Peterdorf: Trails between Forests, Meadows and the Katschbach

Peterdorf is a destination for anyone who wants to combine their stay with specific trails, impressions of the landscape and regional history. Two hiking options offer different insights into the village and its surroundings: the Sonnseiten Round leads from starting point S2 in Peterdorf to the Eichberg junction, while the Schattseiten Round runs around Sankt Peter am Kammersberg and Peterdorf. When looking for a holiday apartment in Peterdorf, this selection provides clear guidance: the deciding factor is whether your trip should focus more on forest and meadow paths, the stream, a snack stop or a cycling route.

Hiking the Sonnseiten Round

The Sonnseiten Round connects several scenic trail sections. From Peterdorf, it follows a forest and meadow path to the “Buttererkreuz”, Stage 3. Another section follows a forest path past a wildlife enclosure to Mühltratte. Anyone who wants to include different landscapes in their daily itinerary during a holiday will find a route here with named destinations and a clearly defined starting point.

The recommended period for the Sonnseiten Round is from April to October. This makes it easy to incorporate the hike into travel plans focused on the warmer months.

Schattseiten Round along the Katschbach

The Schattseiten Round has a different character. It crosses the Katschbach before the Peterdorf village sign and later follows the Katschbach back to the starting point. The stream therefore accompanies an explicitly named section of the route. The Speckbauer snack stop is also located along the round.

The recommended period for the Schattseiten Round is from April to November. Compared with the Sonnseiten Round, this period extends one month further into autumn. This difference in the stated seasons can be helpful when choosing your travel period, especially if you are planning several days of nature experiences and do not want to use the routes exclusively in midsummer.

Cycling route and historical traces

Peterdorf can also be incorporated into a regional route by bicycle. The “Stolzalpe Circuit” cycling route continues through Althofen and Peterdorf to Sankt Peter am Kammersberg. Alongside the hiking trails, this provides another described option for travel planning. The specific route runs through these places; no information on its length, cycling time or inclines is associated with it.

Peterdorf also has a historical dimension. The noble family of Peterdorf is mentioned in the years 1330–1385. In addition, Peterdorf presumably had a noble, defensible manor. The cautious wording “presumably” is part of this historical statement. It also makes the village interesting for travellers who want to combine nature trails with a look at its earlier history.

Peterdorf as the starting point for your travel planning

A holiday apartment or other accommodation in Peterdorf suits a trip where you want to alternate between hiking, cycling and historical topics. Anyone wishing to bring together different interests within a travel group can consider these focuses separately and plan the stay accordingly. Choosing a holiday apartment in Peterdorf therefore depends primarily on the desired holiday theme and the period in which you want to use the described trails.

Other places for your planning

If you would also like to compare neighbouring destinations with Peterdorf, here are the other places: Einach, Sankt Marein Bei Neumarkt, Falkendorf, Zeutschach, Schöder, Krakauhintermühlen, Krakaudorf and Neumarkt In Steiermark.

For the higher-level travel overview: Murau.