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The Zirbitzkogel is the highest point in the Seetal Alps . It lies south of the upper Mur valley in Styria near the border with Carinthia . The Lavant , a left tributary of the Drau , has its source on its southern slope. The area is known to butterfly enthusiasts for some very rare species. In the summit area, an extensive crooked sedge grassland interspersed with almost flat plateaus predominates . The summit area was known among ornithologists as the breeding habitat of the morellel plover.

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Klippitztörl Pass

Klippitztörl Pass

16.7km from Zirbitzkogel

Klippitztörl is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.642m above the sea level, located in the Bundesland of Carinthia, in Austria. The pass road is 28 km and goes south at Bad St. Leonhard from Federal Highway B78 over the pass to Lölling-Graben, where it joins Federal Highway B92 south of Hüttenberg. There is a ski resort at the Hohenwart, with a number of lifts. Along the road, there are many hotels and rental chalets.

Grebenzen

Grebenzen

18.71km from Zirbitzkogel

The Grebenzen is a high, karstified plateau mountain in the Gurktal Alps on the border between Styria and Carinthia in Austria. Around the highest point are several karst caves. The largest cave is the Wilde Loch. The ski area, also called Grebenzen, is located on the north side of the Grebenzen.

Red Bull Ring

Red Bull Ring

22.05km from Zirbitzkogel

This is probably the most beautiful race track in the world. Embedded in the green Aichfeld and surrounded by the Murtal mountains, the circuit not only offers particularly exciting racing fun but is also a particularly attractive and interesting destination for excursions.

Gaberl Pass

Gaberl Pass

24.88km from Zirbitzkogel

A beautiful high mountain pass in the Austrian Alps in the Bundesland of Styria. A steep road connects Köflach with the upper Mur River valley, running next to the Stubalpe. This road dates from Roman times. It is a popular destination for both summer and winter sports.

Saualpe

Saualpe

27.26km from Zirbitzkogel

The Saualpe is a low mountain range of the Central Alps in the Lavanttal Alps in Carinthia west of the Lavant river. The gentle mountain ridge stretches from the Klippitztörl to the Drautal, running in a north-south direction . The highest peak of the mountain range consisting of gneiss and mica schist is the Ladinger Spitz.

Lavanttal Alps

Lavanttal Alps

28.46km from Zirbitzkogel

The Lavanttal Alps are part of the Central Eastern Alps in Austria and Slovenia, between the river Mur in the north and the Drava in the south. The mountains are named after the central valley of Lavanttal and the Lavant River which runs in their midst. It is one of the iconic attraction in this area which offers trekking and also beautiful views.

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Styria

Styria

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A beautiful state in Austria. It is called as The green heart of Austria is known for its variety of different types of landscapes. Styria has 788 mountains higher than 2000 metres. There is an inexhaustible spectrum of outdoor activities to choose from. No matter if it’s summer or winter, most people will find their favourite past time. The state largely forested state has 7 natural parks and one national park.

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