StuhleckStuhleck at a Glance
About Stuhleck
Stuhleck is a mountain in the state of Styria in eastern Austria and is a well-known local ski and recreation area. The summit and slopes are used year-round for winter skiing and summer hiking.
The mountain features lift infrastructure and groomed pistes on its flanks, together with summer trails that attract day visitors and local outdoor recreationists. Facilities at the resort include ski lifts, rental services and marked hiking paths.
As a geographic feature it has long been used for grazing and later developed for alpine recreation; infrastructure grew in the 20th century as skiing became established in the region. The mountain is now a managed recreational area rather than a wilderness peak.
Stuhleck lies in the eastern Austrian Alps of Styria, visible from surrounding valleys and reachable by road from nearby towns and transport hubs in Styria.
- Ski and hiking area: Popular regional ski area with lift-served runs and summer hiking trails, offering relatively easy access from nearby towns in Styria.
Nearby Attractions to Stuhleck
Best Time to Visit Stuhleck
Summer for hiking and winter for skiing; late spring can still have snow at higher elevations.
Weather & Climate near Stuhleck
Stuhleck's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -8°C to 16°C. Abundant rainfall (1394 mm/year), wettest in July.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -8° - -2° | -12° | 79 mm | overcast | 93% | 5.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Poor | -8° - -1° | -11° | 78 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.4 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.1h |
| March | Poor | -6° - 1° | -8° | 103 mm | overcast | 85% | 5.1 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -3° - 5° | -4° | 111 mm | overcast | 78% | 4.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Poor | 2° - 11° | 3° | 126 mm | overcast | 78% | 4.6 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.9h |
| June | Poor | 5° - 13° | 7° | 155 mm | overcast | 76% | 4.2 m/s | 1.5 high | 15.7h |
| July | Good | 7° - 16° | 11° | 165 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 4.3 m/s | 1.5 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Good | 7° - 16° | 11° | 146 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 4.1 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Acceptable | 4° - 12° | 5° | 125 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.6 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Poor | 0° - 8° | 0° | 99 mm | partly cloudy | 86% | 5.1 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | -5° - 2° | -7° | 106 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.3 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -7° - -1° | -11° | 101 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
How to Get to Stuhleck
Located in Styria, access is by regional roads from Graz and Semmering; local lifts and tourist services operate from nearby towns such as Spital am Semmering. Train connections to Semmering followed by local bus or taxi are common approaches.
Tips for Visiting Stuhleck
- Use the Stuhleck cable car from Spital am Semmering to reach higher trailheads quickly in summer.
- Trail networks are extensive; consult local maps for routes graded by difficulty if unsure about exposure and gradient.