It is the diverse combination of mountains, forests and water that makes hiking in Styria so gratifying. The juxtapostion of Dachstein, Hochschwab and the winegrowing area underline the stark contrast between the Alps in the north, with Dachstein's glacial areas and the rolling hills in the south, chock full of vineyards, apple orchards and pumpkin fields. Long-distance hikers can either make a loop around the rugged Dachstein landscape or embark on an intriguing cultural and culinary journey on foot through the landscapes of "Styria's Tuscany".