Discover Burgau: Culture, Trails and Water

Burgau combines historic culture with trails through forests and the Lafnitz floodplains, varied cycling tours and special opportunities for days by the water. Anyone looking for a holiday apartment in Burgau can therefore plan their holiday around different interests: with exhibitions and guided tours, a hike, a cycling tour or a visit to Schlossbad.

Forests, floodplains and trails for different kinds of days

In Burgau, walking, cycling and hiking trails lead through extensive forests and the unspoilt Lafnitz floodplains. Around the town, there are eight well-signposted hiking trails marked in different colours, with varying lengths and different trail conditions. You can therefore plan your day around the route length and the character of the trail you want, without having to commit to just one type of hike.

Cyclists also find excellent signposted routes around Burgau with different levels of difficulty. The EURO VELO 9 European cycling route passes through Burgau; the Thermenland cycle route from Mönichkirchen to Bad Radkersburg also runs through the town. This means Burgau can be considered both a destination for individual days of cycling and a stop on a long-distance route.

Moated Castle and Pilgrimage Church

The former moated castle “Burg in der Au” was first mentioned in official records in 1367 under the rule of the Lords of Puchheim. Burgau Moated Castle hosts numerous exhibitions and guided tours throughout the year. The vaulted cellar, the magnificent banqueting hall and the courtyard with its arcaded vaulting are used for cultural events, weddings and conferences. Those interested in history and spaces with a special character will find a distinctive focus of their stay here.

The religious and art-historical side of Burgau also includes the Maria Gnadenbrunn pilgrimage church in Burgau. It houses a carved Madonna dating from around 1420/1430. The Gothic building was destroyed by the Hungarians in 1418. A pilgrimage takes place at the church every year from May to October on the thirteenth day of each month; in addition, a pilgrimage from Burgau to Mariazell takes place every August.

Near Burgau, a faithfully reconstructed Tschartake, a border guard house, stands along the “Kuruzzenwanderweg” trail. This destination combines a glimpse into cultural history with a route that fits into an exploration of the surrounding area.

Water Experiences and Nature Observation

Ziegelteich Burgau is a 2.5-hectare fishpond with carp, tench, whitefish, perch, pike and zander. During excursions and events organised by the Burgau Biological Working Group, you can discover nature and experience it up close. For travellers who want to alternate between active pursuits and more detailed observation, this provides a different way of experiencing the landscape than a simple circular tour.

Schlossbad Burgau features a quartz-filtered natural pond, a modern swimming pool and non-swimmers’ pool, as well as a children’s pool. There are also SUP boards, pedal boat hire and a sand court for beach volleyball. In winter, Schlossbad becomes an ice-skating rink illuminated in the evening. These different options make it easier to decide whether to swim, spend time on the water or choose a seasonal activity on a given holiday day.

The Right Accommodation for Your Holiday Plans

When looking for accommodation in Burgau, it is worth first deciding on the rhythm you want for your holiday. For those interested in culture, exhibitions, guided tours, the moated castle and the pilgrimage church can form the main focus. Those who prefer active pursuits can plan around the hiking trails, the “Kuruzzenwanderweg” or the cycling routes. For a day featuring water activities, Schlossbad and Ziegelteich offer different destinations to choose from. A holiday apartment is particularly suitable when you want to plan your days flexibly between nature, culture and activities.

For further orientation in the region, you can also explore Großwilfersdorf, Grafendorf Bei Hartberg, Siebenbrunn, Mönichwald, Söchau, Penzendorf, Sebersdorf and Kaindorf.

For the higher-level travel overview: Hartberg-Fürstenfeld.