Local Attractions Around Stegersbach

Experience the unique atmosphere of the rustic walls of the “Schalk Mühle” and immerse yourself in the traditional production process of genuine Styrian pumpkin seed oil during a personally guided gourmet tour. The tour culminates in a tasting of the 30 or so in-house products - all of which are of outstanding organic quality, made with raw materials that are almost 100% Austrian, sustainable and CO2-neutral.

New paths emerge as you walk. Embark on the journey to the centre of your vitality by taking a hike around Lake Rauchwarter (only 6 km from Stegersbach). Prepare to be enchanted by the idyllic surroundings and untouched nature of southern Burgenland.

The open-air museum Ensemble Gerersdorf consists of 32 properties, mostly ancient thatched housing and farm buildings, which house an abundance of down-to-earth everyday objects and farm equipment.

The oldest castle in Burgenland, Güssing Castle, sits enthroned on a long-extinct volcanic cone, where it was erected as a fortification in 1157. It was expanded into a brick-walled fortress to ward off threats from the east in the 16th and 17th centuries.

A look behind the scenes reveals how a flour mill works and what a miller's job is like. Early tours and workshops on request.

Hartberg calls itself the first Styrian "Città Slow"! Along with the atmospheric historic quarter, a visit to the Kröpfl Classic Car Museum is also worthwhile.

The listed castle with its English garden is used today primarily as a venue for events.

Experience the variety that the world of chocolate has to offer over the course of a guided tour through the unique chocolate shop theatre, and let the most extraordinary range of flavours "melt in your mouth"!

Experience the “boiling village” – there are 30 distilleries in Kukmirn, and more than 50 different types of brandies and liqueurs are produced here. Here, you can learn everything there is to know about distilling schnapps, as well as tasting one or two specialities straight away.

Here you can get exclusive insights into the castle and its history. One attraction is Europe's largest carpet exhibition!

Take a romantic walk through untouched natural surroundings to the thousand-year oak. The oak grows in Bierbaum, has a circumference of 8.75m, and, at an estimated 1,200 years of age, is the oldest oak in Europe. The beautiful natural wonder can easily be reached via Bad Blumau circular trail 3 or via the B7 or FF8 bike paths.

The Althodis Treetop Walk invites you to take a journey through the tree tops of the Geschriebenstein Nature Park. At a total length of 500 metres, there are eleven towers, rising up to 20 metres high and connected by wooden bridges.

Myths, adventures, and grisly tales all intertwine around Eastern Styria's impressive landmark. Today, the many rooms of the castle house two exhibitions: the "Witch Museum" in the basement and the exhibition "Legendary Riegersburg – Legendary Women" in the State Apartments.

The Gölles manufactory specialises in the production of fine distilled spirits and fine vinegar, made solely from the fruit itself. 

From the Burgauberg observation tower, the view extends from Geschrittenstein mountain over Hochwechsel mountain to Karawanken mountain.

On grounds covering over 1,000 m², the Vulcano Tour provides information on the techniques used to produce, process and mature ham. Includes sample tasting, vegetarian options available. Free of charge with the Steiermark Card. An individual tour can be booked for groups of 10 or more.

Peruse impressive sculptures at Seppi Eder's art garden & gallery.

The highlight of a hike through the magnificent Eisenberg wine region is a visit to a Buschenschank tavern.

Around Lake Stubenberg, you'll find relaxation and adventure, from hiking and bicycling to taking off in a hot air balloon.

At Herberstein Animal World, visitors can get up close to animals from all five continents. Petting zoo included!

As one of the best preserved medieval castle complexes in the country, Schlaining is now known as the “castle of peace”.

A trip to the Pannonian low moor awakens the thirst for adventure with interactive and discovery paths.

The border experience trail highlights the issue of borders for all age groups and encourages you to take an informative walk. Start at Bildein village square (Dorfplatz). Length: 5km; Bicycling also an option.