Sankt Ruprecht an der Raab, a region in Eastern Styria, Austria, is characterized by the picturesque Raabtal valley, rolling hills, and extensive apple orchards and vineyards. This diverse landscape provides a varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. The area is home to the Raabklamm, Austria's longest continuous gorge and a Natura 2000 protected area, which offers unique natural experiences. The region supports several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, jogging, and more.
137
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4.4
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Average rating
2263
People visited

5.0
(1)
79
riders
65.8km
02:44
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

27
riders
102km
05:26
1,910m
1,900m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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118
riders
64.8km
02:40
360m
360m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
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36
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.5
(13)
89
hikers
8.97km
02:28
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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30
hikers
13.2km
03:53
360m
350m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

20
hikers
11.4km
03:12
240m
240m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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18
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(30)
108
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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60
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
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39
riders
37.7km
02:45
430m
430m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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33
riders
47.2km
02:54
390m
390m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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62
runners
6.97km
00:43
20m
20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

55
runners
6.22km
00:39
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22
runners
6.55km
00:47
140m
140m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

20
runners
10.00km
01:02
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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46
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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11
riders
55.3km
04:24
980m
980m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

15
riders
40.4km
03:23
830m
830m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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13
riders
19.7km
01:36
300m
300m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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15
hikers
4.62km
01:57
400m
400m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
hikers
8.03km
03:16
610m
610m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

6
hikers
3.23km
01:32
340m
340m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
hikers
10.5km
03:16
320m
320m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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5.0
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23
riders
32.5km
02:04
370m
370m
Hard gravel ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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9
riders
25.3km
01:40
490m
490m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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6
riders
18.2km
01:05
160m
160m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
19.5km
01:38
650m
650m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Sankt Ruprecht an der Raab offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Touring cycling, Hiking, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 200 routes, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 53,000 visitors.
The region provides diverse terrain for road cycling, including routes through gently rolling hills, apple orchards, and vineyards. Cyclists can find detailed information and routes in the Road Cycling Routes around Sankt Ruprecht an der Raab guide.
Sankt Ruprecht an der Raab is well-equipped with an extensive network of touring cycling trails, including sections of the Feistritztal cycle path through the Raabklamm. Options like the "FunErgy tour" or the "E-bike pleasure tour through Eastern Styria" are available. More routes can be explored in the Cycling around Sankt Ruprecht an der Raab guide.
A well-signposted network of hiking trails leads through forest passages, along watercourses, and offers expansive vistas. Popular routes include the "Panorama route St. Ruprecht/Raab" and the "7 places 7 treasures" themed trail. Further options are detailed in the Hiking around Sankt Ruprecht an der Raab guide.
Many trails in the region feature gentle ascents and diverse scenery, making them accessible for various skill levels, including families. Specific family-friendly hiking options are available in the Family-friendly hikes around Sankt Ruprecht an der Raab guide.
The region offers trails suitable for beginners, with options for easy hikes and accessible cycling routes. The Easy hikes around Sankt Ruprecht an der Raab guide provides specific recommendations for less challenging routes.
Key natural attractions include the Raabklamm, Austria's longest continuous gorge and a Natura 2000 protected area. The Kleeberg features an observation tower offering panoramic views, and the Stefaniequelle is a local spring part of popular hiking loops.
The area features a beautiful baroque church and the Friedensgrotte (Peace Grotto) beneath its staircase. The "7 places 7 treasures" trail connects various chapels and highlights wood carvings by local artist Hans Pendl.
Some hiking routes in Sankt Ruprecht an der Raab are accessible via public transport. Information on trails starting from bus stations can be found in the Hikes from bus stations around Sankt Ruprecht an der Raab guide.
The official website for the municipality of Sankt Ruprecht an der Raab is www.st.ruprecht.at. This site provides general information about the area.
The phone number for the municipal office of Sankt Ruprecht an der Raab is +43 3178 2218-0. For tourism inquiries, the Tourismusverband Oststeiermark can be reached at +43 3335 47 147.

