Krottendorf bei Ligist: Wartenstein, Nature and Culture

Krottendorf bei Ligist combines striking landscapes, hiking experiences and noteworthy cultural heritage. At its center is the Wartenstein, a spur of the Reinischkogel region extending far to the northeast and therefore part of the Koralpe. Those planning a trip with opportunities to experience nature and make discoveries will find various ways to shape their days here.

Hiking around the Wartenstein

The marked hiking trail no. 20 leads from Krottendorf over the Wartenstein to the junction with trail no. 568 and is 6.5 km long. This provides a clear basis for planning a day of hiking. Take the total length into account when planning your personal schedule and choose your accommodation according to the focus you want to give your stay.

Another option is the scenic tour “Up and around the Wartenstein.” It offers views over the middle and lower Kainach Valley and can be walked in either direction. The choice of direction is therefore part of your individual planning. The Wartenstein itself is 803 m high. Its summit rock is a distinctive rocky outcrop; the landscape also includes long, deeply incised valleys such as the Teigitschgraben, as well as numerous alpine pasture-like meadows.

Natural Areas and Protected Features

The Krottendorfer Kainachinsel nature reserve is also part of Krottendorf’s landscape. The 6.5-hectare promontory was created through the construction of a STEWEAG facility and lies along a diversion channel of the Kainach. Part of the area contains an orchard with around 10, some of them old, standard apple trees. Those who enjoy consciously observing landscape formations and special natural areas while on holiday can plan this place as a separate point of interest.

The area’s history can also be seen at the Wartenstein. The prehistoric hilltop settlement on the Wartenstein is protected as a monument in the cadastral area of Krottendorf. Together with the protected Arnstein power plant, an impressive technical facility, this creates a diverse thematic range: natural areas, early settlement history and the history of technology can all be taken into account side by side when planning a trip.

The Right Accommodation for Your Travel Plans

When looking for a holiday apartment or holiday house in Krottendorf bei Ligist, the desired balance of activity, landscape and culture is initially the key consideration. If the Wartenstein and the 6.5 km-long trail no. 20 are to be the main focus, personal planning of your hiking days takes center stage. Those who want a more varied itinerary can also include the Kainachinsel, the hilltop settlement and the Arnstein power plant in their considerations. This creates not just an arbitrary stay, but a program tailored to your own interests.

Getting There and Other Destinations in the Area

Krottendorf-Ligist railway station is served by the S7 connection Graz–Lieboch–Voitsberg–Köflach. Krottendorf is also connected by RegioBus route 720 on the Graz–Lieboch–Krottendorf (–Ligist)–Voitsberg route. You can take this information into account when choosing how to travel and looking for suitable accommodation.

For further orientation, you can also explore Bärnbach, Bernau, Köflach, Rosental an der Kainach, Steinberg bei Ligist, Rauchegg, Ligistberg and Ligist.

For the higher-level travel overview: Voitsberg.