Stadl an der Mur – Accommodation for Cycling and Cultural Trips

Stadl an der Mur is located directly on the Mur River and the Mur Cycle Path. This makes it possible to plan your stay along the river, with a circular walk or with regional excursions. When choosing your accommodation, it is particularly important to consider whether you would like to focus on trails and landscapes, local culture or an excursion combined with an additional activity.

Key facts on the subject

• The Mur Footbridge is a 44.5-metre-long bridge made of laminated larch timber. It was built in 1995 in the run-up to the provincial exhibition “Holzzeit”.
• The Mur Footbridge is intended for bicycle and pedestrian traffic.
• A circular walk leads from the village square or Gasthof Ortner along the Mur Cycle Path to Goppelsbach Castle, then through a short section of woodland and along Hiking Trail No. 8 to the vlg. Hiasbauer farmstead.
• The Stadl an der Mur bathing lake recreation facility is located on the southern edge of Stadl/Mur and offers children the “ICE Tower” and the “FREEFALL Slide”.
• The parish church of Stadl an der Mur stands on a northern slope at an exact elevation of 914 metres above sea level; the path to the church is illuminated at night.
• Goppelsbach Castle is a three-storey Renaissance building with a hipped roof and was rebuilt between 1587 and 1595 by Seifried von Moßheim.
• From Stadl an der Mur, you can join an organised rafting tour on the Mur.

Along the Mur and the Mur Cycle Path

The location directly on the Mur makes the river an important point of reference for finding your way around the area. The Mur Cycle Path is relevant not only for cyclists: the circular walk described here connects the village square or Gasthof Ortner with Goppelsbach Castle, a short section of woodland and Hiking Trail No. 8. The destination is the vlg. Hiasbauer farmstead. If you are looking for a tour with several different sections, you can take this sequence into account when planning your day without assigning the route a specific walking time.

Another special feature is the Mur Footbridge. The 44.5-metre-long structure made of laminated larch timber was built in 1995 in the run-up to the provincial exhibition “Holzzeit” and is reserved for bicycle and pedestrian traffic. The footbridge is therefore part of both the local history and the specific points of interest for visitors who want to explore Stadl an der Mur on foot or by bicycle.

Leisure activities and regional excursions

The Stadl an der Mur bathing lake recreation facility is located on the southern edge of Stadl/Mur. The “ICE Tower” and the “FREEFALL Slide” are mentioned there as special attractions for children. This is a separate option for planning your day and complements the routes along the river with a leisure activity clearly aimed at younger visitors.

An organised activity is also possible on the Mur: from Stadl an der Mur, you can join a rafting tour. For such an excursion, you should check the tour organisation and the specific conditions directly with the respective provider. In the wider regional area around Stadl an der Mur, the Hoher Steg via ferrata is also located in the Turrach Gorge at the entrance to the Turracher Valley. Its sections extend over 400 metres and have difficulty ratings from A to C. This information helps you choose an activity suited to your own experience.

Culture, townscape and history

The parish church of Stadl an der Mur is dedicated to Saint John the Baptist. Its patronal feast is also dedicated to Saint John the Baptist and is celebrated on 24 June. The church stands on a northern slope that borders the village and the valley, at an exact elevation of 914 metres above sea level. The path to the parish church, which is illuminated at night, provides an additional point of orientation.

Goppelsbach Castle provides a historical point of reference within the circular walk described above. It is a three-storey Renaissance building with a hipped roof. Seifried von Moßheim had the castle rebuilt between 1587 and 1595. The Griessner Stadl represents a different cultural focus. It is the home of events organised by the Stadl-Predlitz Art Association. In 2015, it was planned as a multifunctional event space in a historic barn that originated from traditional woodworking craftsmanship dating back to 1767. For this site, the planning from 2015 should be understood as a historical classification.

Arrival and further orientation

For travelling by train, there is Stadl an der Mur railway station. It is a smaller station where passengers can board and disembark. In summer, it was possible to observe the steam locomotive of the Murtal Railway filling its water tender there. This time-specific observation belongs to the station's history and should not be confused with a current event or timetable notice.

For further orientation when choosing a destination, you can also place Sankt Blasen, Zeutschach, Schöder, Mariahof, Murau, Mühlen, Stolzalpe and Krakauhintermühlen in context.

FAQ

Is Stadl an der Mur located directly on a river?

Yes. Stadl an der Mur is located directly on the Mur River and the Mur Cycle Path.

Which route can you plan to walk or cycle?

A circular walk leads from the village square or Gasthof Ortner along the Mur Cycle Path to Goppelsbach Castle and then through a short section of woodland and along Hiking Trail No. 8 to the vlg. Hiasbauer farmstead.

What attractions are there at the bathing lake recreation facility?

The Stadl an der Mur bathing lake recreation facility is located on the southern edge of Stadl/Mur. Special attractions for children include the “ICE Tower” and the “FREEFALL Slide”.

Which cultural destinations are part of the local townscape?

The parish church of Stadl an der Mur is dedicated to Saint John the Baptist. The Griessner Stadl and Goppelsbach Castle are also among the cultural and historical points of reference described here.

Can you join a rafting tour from Stadl an der Mur?

From Stadl an der Mur, you can join an organised rafting tour on the Mur.

Is there a railway station in Stadl an der Mur?

Stadl an der Mur railway station is a smaller station where passengers can board and disembark.

Where is the Hoher Steg via ferrata located?

The Hoher Steg via ferrata is located in the wider regional area around Stadl an der Mur, in the Turrach Gorge at the entrance to the Turracher Valley. Its sections are spread over 400 metres and are rated from A to C in difficulty.

To the higher-level travel overview: Murau District.