Sankt Peter am Kammersberg

Sankt Peter am Kammersberg combines mountain scenery, family experiences and cultural-historical discoveries. At 2,474 metres, Greim is a distinctive mountain in the southern Wölzer Tauern. In summer, hikes lead to the summit, while winter sports are enjoyed at Greim in winter. This gives the area different starting points for planning a trip in which nature experiences and regional history can exist side by side.

Hiking, alpine pasture life and trails for active days

One of the illustrative excursion destinations is the Eselsberg Alpine Experience Trail near Oberwölz. At seven stations, it provides information about alpine farming in the past and present, as well as about fauna and flora. The trail is particularly suitable for families with children. There are traditionally managed mountain huts with playgrounds in the surrounding area, allowing an exploration of the landscape to be combined with a family-friendly break.

The “Tierisch Wild” adventure hiking trail displays life-size images of native wild animals and provides information about them. Those who prefer a longer route can include the Hemma pilgrimage route in their plans: it leads via Sankt Peter am Kammersberg onward to Stolzalpe. The hike from Winklern to Sankt Peter am Kammersberg along this route takes just under three hours. Cyclists can reach the valley villages of Sankt Peter am Kammersberg and Schöder via the Katschtal cycle path; the trail also provides a connection to mountain bike tours at the foot of Greim.

Churches, castle and regional culture

The parish church of St. Peter am Kammersberg was built in 1072 and features Romanesque and Gothic elements. Frescoes of the Procession of the Three Kings and the Last Judgment can be seen in the church ossuary. Althofen is also worth exploring from a cultural and historical perspective: its branch church is dedicated to Saint Bartholomew and stands in a walled churchyard. A church is believed to have already existed in Althofen around the year 1000.

Feistritz Castle is a late medieval fortified structure that was expanded into a castle in the 16th century. It provides a festive setting for concerts, readings and weddings; guided tours took place there during the summer months. The Hans and Marga Leitner Studio displays sculptures and wooden objects by the Leitner family. A visit could be arranged by telephone. Another way to get to know the landscape is offered by Putzenbacher horse-drawn sleigh and carriage rides. An outing lasts around two hours in total, and appointments are requested for the rides.

The right accommodation for planning your trip

When looking for a holiday apartment or holiday home in Sankt Peter am Kammersberg, it is worth using your preferred daily activities as a starting point. Families can include the Alpine Experience Trail, the stations of “Tierisch Wild” and the huts with playgrounds in their plans. For hikers, Greim and the Hemma pilgrimage route are the main attractions, while cyclists can take the Katschtal cycle path and the mountain bike connection into account. Those who prefer culture will find several different themes in the parish church, ossuary, Feistritz Castle, Althofen and the studio. Public parking spaces are available directly on the main square of Sankt Peter am Kammersberg, which is helpful when planning the day.

More places to help you get your bearings

If you would like to explore additional pages alongside Sankt Peter am Kammersberg, the location navigation will take you to Pöllau Am Greim. For additional orientation, Mariahof, Stolzalpe, Winklern bei Oberwölz, Sankt Lorenzen bei Scheifling, Sankt Ruprecht Ob Murau, Sankt Marein Bei Neumarkt and Kaindorf-Süd are also available.

For the overarching travel overview: Murau.