Ringwarte Observation Tower – Ringwarte rest stop loop from Hartberg Umgebung

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Hartberg Umgebung

Ringwarte Observation Tower – Ringwarte rest stop loop from Hartberg Umgebung

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Ringwarte Observation Tower – Ringwarte rest stop loop from Hartberg Umgebung

02:20

7.47km

280m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 5, 2026

Waypoints

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Bus stop

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86 m

Neuberg Castle

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The castle Neuberg (also castle Neuberg or Neuburg) is one of the most important preserved fortifications of Styria. It is located west of the district capital Hartberg at 513 meters above sea level at the foothills of the Ringkogel above the village Löffelbach. Neuberg Castle is a Styrian hill fort whose medieval structure was incorporated into a modern fortress.

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2.63 km

Hubertus Chapel

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On the way to the Ringwarte one passes by the Hubertus Chapel with a representation of a hunter and the Hubertushirsch.

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3.76 km

Ringwarte Observation Tower

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The ascent to the viewing platform is worthwhile, from the top you have a magnificent view. The ground floor of the tower, built in 1906, is made of granite, on which is the 30-meter high wooden tower. The entrance fee is one euro, the tower is open from 10 o'clock.

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3.79 km

Ringwarte rest stop

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This observation tower with a height of 30 meters and 99 steps offers a fantastic panoramic view over the Eastern Styrian hill country and an archaeological trail can also be visited there. The Ringkogel north of the city of Hartberg is 789 meters above sea level. and is part of the Masenberg massif. It is considered the local mountain of the district capital Hartberg at its foot.

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4.28 km

Rest Area at the Forest Crossroads

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The rest area is very quiet in the half forest, where even sun comes through to the table, he is right at a large crosswalk and a single sports facility.

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4.97 km