Hiking tour Starting from SOCAR Gas Station in Mariazell
Circular hike via Grünau, Marienwasserfall and Lake Erlaufsee
Circular hike via Grünau, Marienwasserfall and Lake Erlaufsee
The Mariazellerland circular hiking trail is an easy and varied hike around the pilgrimage site of Mariazell. The route runs along easily accessible paths through meadows, forest sections and quiet residential areas of Grünau. On the way, there is a short detour to the Marienwasserfall, which cascades over a rock face into a natural pool and is one of the most atmospheric natural sites in the area.
The trail continues to Lake Erlaufsee, whose clear water and surrounding mountain landscape form the highlight of the tour. In summer, the lake is ideal for a rest or cooling off and offers numerous viewpoints along the shore. The route then leads back to Mariazell via St. Sebastian and the promenade. The tour is particularly suitable for pleasure-oriented hikers and families due to the low difference in altitude and the good composition of the path. The combination of nature, water and proximity to the town makes the hike a relaxed discovery tour through the Mariazell region.
Hiking gear, possibly hiking poles, water bottle
Start at the SOCAR gas station in Mariazell
→ Cross the street at the crosswalk to the information sign
→ Take Grünauer Kirchenweg (Feldbauerweg) to the Teichmühle settlement / Rasing district
→ Follow the signs, partly through the woods and alongside the road toward Grünau
→ At the former Hotel Marienwasserfall, head to the wayside shrine (optional detour to the Marienwasserfall)
→ Turn right and take the forest trail to the Gretenalm
→ Continue along the forest trail to Lake Erlauf
→ Walk along the right shore of the lake, above the state highway, around Lake Erlauf
→ Rest area at the swimming area
→ Follow the walking/biking trail to St. Sebastian
→ Return to Mariazell via the Hans-Wertanek Promenade to the starting point
The municipality of Mariazell has a comprehensive paid short-term parking zone covering the entire area. This zone is in effect Monday through Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The rate within the town is as follows: €0.60 per half hour (maximum parking duration: 180 minutes!)
For more parking options, visit www.steiermark.com/de/hochsteiermark.
Coming from Bruck an der Mur via the B20 over the Seebergsattel and through Gußwerk. Just follow the road.
Coming from St. Pölten via the B20 (Annaberg and Josefsberg), through Mitterbach and St. Sebastian. Always follow the road.
Mariazell Railway
A detour to the Marienwasserfall and a stop at Lake Erlauf (beach buffet or boat ride on Lake Erlauf) are especially worthwhile.
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Letzte Änderung: 4 Aug 2026
