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Where is Bad Schwanberg?
The Austrian market town of Bad Schwanberg sits in the heart of Styria, the region is also known as “Schilcherland“. The town includes twelve communities, among them Aichegg, Hollenegg, Garanas and Hohlbach. The Bad Schwanberg Mud Bath makes this community a renowned spa. The town covers an area of 124.25 km² and is home to around 5,000 people. The region believes in soft tourism, home-like atmosphere, and pristine nature. Schilcherland is a very popular destination and attracts people from all over Europe, especially from Germany, Switzerland, and Italy. Together with St. Peter im Sulmtal and St. Martin im Sulmtal, Bad Schwanberg forms Sulmtal-Koralm tourism federation.
How is the weather in Bad Schwanberg?
Schilcherland enjoys a moderate climate with a rather mild and hot summer, perfect for the growth of grapes and fun at the lake. In the winter temperatures are rarely below 0°C. Check out our live webcam for the current weather forecast for today, tomorrow or the weekend. Our live webcams also provide stunning views of the Koralm region. Book the perfect hotel or room in Schilcherland via our web cams.
What´s going on in Bad Schwanberg?
The idyllic south western region of Styria offers a wide array of leisure activities suitable for families as well as nature and sports enthusiasts. The diverse landscape covers about 350m in altitude from Sulmtal to Koralm at 2000 m a.s.l. Bad Schwanberg is a well-known wine-growing region. Besides the Mediterranean character of the vineyards, the region features stunning alpine meadows. Hikers love the surrounding hills and mountains which are perfect for extended tours and hikes, such as the 85km long distance hiking trail “Kristall Trail Koralm” leading through fantastic scenery. Kristall Trail Koralm can easily be managed in a few days, also by mountain bike.
What to do in Bad Schwanberg in winter?
Winter in Bad Schwanberg is just as beautiful as summer, offering loads of fun and activities for everyone. Enjoy skating on the lakes, cross-country skiing, winter hiking, or Bavarian curling – relax and forget about your daily routine. The ski resort of Weinebene - Frantschach - Sankt Gertraud in Lavanttal valley features 18km of piste of various degrees of difficulty, a terrain park, a beginner’s slope and a local ski school. After a long and exhausting day outdoors, relax at one of the spa hotels.
What sort of wine is Schilcher?
Schilcher wine is made from the dark-skinned Blauer Wildbacher grapes mostly grown in the south-western part of Styria. A genuine Schilcher has to be produced in this region and from this type of grapes. Only Schilcherland ranging from Gundersdorf to Eibiswald via St. Stefan, Greisdorf, Stainz, Bad Gams, Wildbach, Deutschlandsberg and Schwanberg has the ideal soil and weather for the growth of Blaue Wildbacher grape. Along Schilcher wine road leading through the western part of Styria you find many taverns famous for their traditional Styrian character. This light red wine is also very popular among wine connoisseurs all over Europe. You want to see where the Schilcher grows? Have a look at our live webcams!
How far is it from Graz to Bad Schwanberg?
The capital of Styria, Graz, is about 55km and an hour’s drive from Bad Schwanberg. The motorway takes you right to the capital, first passing the well-known communities of Aichegg and Leibnitz. Tourists visiting from Switzerland, Germany or other European countries can take the plane to Graz Airport and then travel to Bad Schwanberg. Enjoy relaxing holidays in Schilcherland and book the hotel perfect for you via our webcams!
