Fölling: Trails, Wine-Growing History and Streams

In Fölling, trails, a former wine-growing area and the course of a stream provide specific points of reference for planning your stay. The Pope Francis Pilgrimage Trail passes through the village; hiking and cycling routes name prominent starting points, destinations and points along the way. If you are looking for accommodation in Fölling, you can use these connections to organise your excursions.

Hiking: Trails and Landmarks

The Pope Francis Pilgrimage Trail runs from the Basilica of Mariatrost via Fölling to the Basilica of Weiz. The two basilicas mark the endpoints of the route described; Fölling lies along it. This gives pilgrims a specific point of reference for finding their way around the area.

Further trail connections meet at the Tischlerwirt. The Roseggerweg ends there in Fölling and runs along the Höhenweg in the Nadischhöhe area. A hike from Fölling to Niederschöckl also starts at the Tischlerwirt. The Langeggerweg and Jakobweg are also named as routes to Niederschöckl. These place and trail names help distinguish the destination from the route when planning.

Wine-Growing History and Stream

Nadischberg is an old, abandoned wine-growing area in the cadastral municipality of Fölling. Its connection to wine-growing places the area in a historical context: here, the focus is on former land use, while the trail details primarily identify starting points, routes and destinations.

The Föllinger Bach originates in the Fölling district of Weinitzen, where several small streams converge, and follows Neusitzstraße. Its source and course are thus linked to specific geographical points of reference. Together with the historic Nadischberg, it offers a nature- and history-focused perspective on Fölling alongside the hiking trails described.

Cycling Routes and Activities in Weinitzen

A cycling tour around the Schöckl climbs Föllinger Straße and then continues towards Niederschöckl. A route around the Schöckl is also described that returns via Holzwastl and Sternwirt to Föllinger Straße and the starting point. The named roads and places provide specific points of reference for planning the tours.

The Nature Adventure Trail is an activity in the municipality of Weinitzen: it is a circular route with ten stations that can also be walked in winter. Four high-quality e-bikes are available to rent at Weinitzen Municipal Office; an appointment is required. Confirm the appointment details in advance. These destinations are in the municipal area and complement the routes that start or end in Fölling.

Getting There and Practical Information

Regional buses 200, 201, 220, 221, 250 and 260 stop at Fölling Tischlerwirt. Check the timetable for the line you need before travelling. Weinitzen municipality can be reached from Graz-Mariatrost via Föllinger Straße. This road connection and the bus lines serving the stop are different points of reference for getting there.

The Tischlerwirt inn is a place to stop for a meal on Weizer Straße near Nadischhöhe; check whether it is currently open before visiting. Parking for cars at the inn is indicated for a hike to Niederschöckl. Before setting off, check whether this parking option applies to your visit.

Plan according to what matters for your trip, such as the bus stop, a hike or your booked e-bike rental.

Discover more destinations: Laßnitzhöhe, Sankt Peter, Graz, Sankt Radegund Bei Graz, Thondorf, Semriach, Mantscha, Edelsbach Bei Graz.

View the overview of the wider area: Graz-Umgebung.