Enjoy the nature
Discover the Garden of Austria
Experience the natural diversity of Eastern Styria
Eastern Styria is a region of natural beauty, culinary delights, inspiring atmosphere and beautiful picnic spots. The region is also known as Austria’s Garden, because the diversity of its landscapes is an attraction in itself.
Enjoy the slow side of life. Picturesque meadows, rolling hills, deep green forests – the panorama invites you to enjoy the freedom. Discover Austrias Garden on a walk along orchards, listening to the birdsong and the silence. Or discover the charm of the East Styrian hill country on a (E-)bike tour.
Have a good time. Enjoy naturally.
Biodiversity – Diversity in Nature
Our “Biodiversity – Diversity in Nature” walk around the RETTER Bio-Natur-Resort invites you to enjoy nature. The richness of life in the Pöllau Valley Nature Park is revealed here.
Johanna Almasy, our sustainability expert, is delighted: “It’s a true natural paradise for everyone. On the trail, people discover the diversity around the RETTER Bio Nature Resort, relax on loungers, swings and benches in the orchard and forest and learn more about the diversity in nature.
Some facts about the circular trail
The biodiversity trail on the topic of ‘Biodiversity – Diversity in Nature’ starts at the orchard just opposite our hotel. The entire trail is well signposted and leads through the forest, over bridges, past the rose hill and the BioGut and to the orchard with the sheep and chickens. The round trip takes about 45 minutes (walking time only). You can extend the time individually depending on your personal abilities. Explore the diversity around the RETTER Bio-Natur-Resort and relax on loungers, swings and benches in the orchard and forest.
Flourishing Nature
The theme gardens around the Pöllauberg pilgrimage church invite you. You see, such as: Herb garden: a herb garden with traditional culinary and medicinal herbs. Devotional Garden: A garden with plants such as honeyweed, angelica and St. John’s wort. Rose Garden: A rose garden symbolising love. Vineyard Garden: A vineyard garden presenting local grape varieties. Flower Garden: A flower garden with a variety of flowers. Seasonal Garden: A garden that changes with the seasons. Bee and Butterfly Garden: A bee and butterfly garden.
These and furhter gardens are open to the public and offer a wonderful opportunity to explore the natural and cultural heritage of the Pöllau Valley.
E-Bike or E-Cabrio?
Whether by bike or cabriolet, the target is the most romantic castle in Styria: the Herberstein Garden Castle. Ask at the reception and rent your bike or cabriolet for a day.
Our recommended tour: From Pöllau Castle to Herberstein Castle. Did you know that Eastern Styria is the region with the highest number of castles in Austria? The reason: At the end of the 12th century began the construction of a belt of castles as a defence against incursions from the east. In the 21st century the “Castle Road” connects castles and palaces that are much more than just dots on a map. They are witnesses to an eventful history. Explore meanfull places.
