Hike, indulge and experience autumn in Bad Waltersdorf
On Sunday, October 11, 2026, Bad Waltersdorf once again becomes the meeting place for everyone who loves hiking, enjoying regional specialties and sharing a special autumn day together. At the Genusstour Hiking Day Bad Waltersdorf, the approx. 12 km route takes you through the charming countryside around Bad Waltersdorf, combining exercise with culinary enjoyment.
Participants can look forward to 25 experience stations, including 14 indulgence stations, regional delicacies, musical entertainment, a stamp card with prize draw, and a free shuttle service along the route. The Indulgence Tour is suitable for hikers and e-mountain bikers.
An indulgent hike for the whole family
Whether you take it easy with the family, head out with friends, go as a couple or plan a club outing – the Indulgence Tour can be tailored entirely to you. The approx. 12 km route can be explored at your own pace and offers plenty of opportunities for enjoyable breaks.
Styrian specialties, regional products and homemade treats await at the participating venues. Several stations also feature live music and musical entertainment.
The indulgence stations along the Indulgence Tour
Along the route, the following venues invite you to stop by and indulge:
- Kulturhauscafé – Station 1
from 8:00 AM - Thermenrestaurant Quellblick – Station 5
Location: pavilion in the Heiltherme car park, from 9:00 AM
Hirschbirn liver cheese roll and filled bread rolls - Buschenschank Der Pieber – Station 6
until 12:30 PM
Open sandwiches, Sturm & chestnuts
Musical entertainment: “Wamperl Trio” - Weinhof Buschenschank Thaler – Station 7
from 10:00 AM: sweet yeast pastries and Apfelschlankerl
from 11:00 AM: Kistenfleisch with bread roll & sauerkraut, pork fillet wrapped in bacon with grilled vegetables & fries, plus cheese spaetzle
Musical entertainment: “Strawanza Musi” - MALUHOF Heurigenschenke & farm shop – Station 12
from 9:00 AM
Buschenschank platter à la carte, fried chicken salad, kids’ menu and homemade pastries
Musical entertainment: “Ewald & Kurt” - Janisch farm shop – Station 13
from 10:00 AM
Hot chocolate and Bauernkrapfen
Musical entertainment: “Paradeis Buam” - Fiedler farm shop – Station 18, location: Leitersdorf train station
from 11:00 AM
Beuschel soup made with Duroc pork, pork chop roll and sweet yeast pastries - Dorfgasthaus Seiler-Ziegler – Station 16
from 10:00 AM
Potato sausage with sauerkraut, venison ragout with dumplings, pumpkin vegetables with parsley potatoes, Kardinalschnitte and chestnut mousse
Musical entertainment: “Musi on Fire” - Thaller farm dairy – Station 17
from 10:30 AM
Wagyu burger from their own cattle with sweet potato fries, plus open sandwiches with their own products
Musical entertainment: “Das Pernreit Echo” - Weinhof-Bergstadl Pichler – Station 20
from 11:30 AM
Pumpkin specialties: pumpkin soup, lasagne with meat or vegetarian, plus more local treats
Musical entertainment: “Feuer & Eis” - Heschl fruit farm – Station 21
from 2:00 PM
Apfelschlankerl, Styrian Lambadaschnitte, apple crescents and pizza sticks - Gasthof-Restaurant Teuschler-Mogg – Station 22
from 1:00 PM
Summit indulgence with small Styrian dishes to sample, homemade pastries, ice cream and farmers’ tequila - Willis – Good food. Good drink. – Station 24
from 12:00 PM
Beef tartare, venison ragout with dumplings, boiled beef with pumpkin vegetables and palatschinken - Thermen-Bauernladen – Station 25
from 9:00 AM: hiking provisions to take away
from 12:00 PM: a relaxed finish with the Thermomix fresh bar including tasting
Stamp card, prize draw and shuttle service
In addition to hiking and culinary delights, the stamp card with prize draw for all participants provides extra motivation to discover the experience and indulgence stations along the route.
For a relaxed day out, a free shuttle service runs along the route from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM. From 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM, the Thermen Indulgence Taxi operates.
Genusstour Hiking Day at a glance
Sunday, October 11, 2026
Start: Bad Waltersdorf Spa Park
Start time: 9:00 to 11:00 AM
Route: approx. 12 km
Suitable for: hikers and e-mountain bikers
Experience stations: 25, including 14 indulgence stations
Entry fee: Adults €6.00 | Children aged 4 and over €3.00
Stamp card & prize draw: for all participants
Shuttle service: 2:00 to 8:00 PM
Thermen Indulgence Taxi: 8:00 to 11:00 PM
Event: takes place in all weather
An autumn day full of indulgence
The Genusstour Bad Waltersdorf is the perfect opportunity to discover the region actively while enjoying regional cuisine, Styrian hospitality and musical entertainment. As part of the Thermal Spa & Volcano Country Styria, Bad Waltersdorf stands for relaxation, movement and enjoyment – and that’s exactly what the Genusstour Hiking Day brings together for a truly special experience.
A little tip for anyone who wants to indulge even more
A prize draw for the Genusstour is currently running on Instagram and Facebook. With a bit of luck, you can win 2 nights in Bad Waltersdorf and combine your stay with a visit to the Genusstour Hiking Day.
Enter the prize draw now and, with a bit of luck, win two nights in Bad Waltersdorf!
