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St. Josef Challenge
A road cycling route starting from Voitsberg
Conquer the challenging ascent to Sankt Josef (Weststeiermark)
![Map miniature of "St. Josef Challenge" cycling inspiration in Steiermark, Austria. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/austria/steiermark/voitsberg/road/58293.webp)
The St. Josef Challenge is a thrilling round-trip cycling route that takes you through beautiful landscapes, picturesque villages, and a legendary climb. With a total distance of 87 kilometers and an ascent of 910 meters, this route is suitable for well-trained amateur cyclists. Starting near Voitsberg, the highlight of the route is the ascent to Sankt Josef (Weststeiermark), a famous climb known for its steep gradients and breathtaking views. Other highlights include Ruine Krems, offering a glimpse into history and ancient castle ruins, Hallersdorf, a charming village with traditional architecture, Höllerkogel, known for its panoramic views, Groß Sankt Florian, home to a stunning monastery, Mooskirchen, featuring beautiful churches and historic buildings, Stallhofen, a picturesque village with traditional houses, and Ruppbauernhöhe, a scenic spot with panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes from Voitsberg:
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Rosental an der Kainach](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/austria/steiermark/rosental-an-der-kainach-4.webp)
![Image of Bärnbach](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/austria/steiermark/baernbach-5.webp)
![Image of Köflach](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/austria/steiermark/koeflach-5.webp)
![Image of Pichling bei Köflach](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/austria/steiermark/pichling-bei-koeflach-5.webp)
![Image of Maria Lankowitz](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/austria/steiermark/maria-lankowitz-5.webp)
![Image of Gratwein](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/austria/steiermark/gratwein-4.webp)
![Image of Strassengel](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/austria/steiermark/strassengel-5.webp)
![Image of Lieboch](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/austria/steiermark/lieboch-5.webp)
![Image of Thal](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/austria/steiermark/thal-5.webp)