Guide for  Langenwang

Langenwang is a well-connected town in the upper Mürz Valley and offers a high quality of life for families and professionals. Great infrastructure, local amenities and high-quality educational facilities make the town particularly attractive for returnees and newcomers.

Day nursery, kindergarten, primary school, secondary school and music school enable a continuous educational career where nobody is left behind. Check out all regional educational opportunities at Education and further education.

Langenwang has excellent traffic connections with a modern railway station and direct slip-road to the S6 motorway – ideal for commuters and leisure trips. The night bus takes you home safely on Saturday nights.

General practitioners, a pharmacy and nearby specialists ensure consistent, reliable medical care.

Langenwang is an attractive place to live. Find out more about current housing offers at the municipality office or visit Building and living for housing information in the region.

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Leisure in Langenwang

Langenwang inspires an active yet laid back lifestyle. Hiking routes, sports facilities, cultural events and very active clubs enrich everyday-life in town. Surrounded by nature and with plenty of space for social gatherings.

To the west of Langenwang lies an idyllic floodplain area with nature trails, bird watching, a bee trail and an interactive sundial. The eco-cell, an open-air classroom and natural water landscapes appeal to your curiosity. Ideal for walks, cycle tours or a sporty round in the countryside.

The ruins of Hohenwang Castle look down from a steep rocky plateau – a silent yet awe-inspiring witness to a very turbulent past. Built in the 11th century, it even defied the Turkish army in 1529. Today, the remains of moats, gates and walls still breathe its former strength and remind of its formerly strategic position. Discover this exciting place!

The Christmas Day Bliss Hike in Langenwang is a heart-warming Advent tradition. Inspired by Peter Rosegger’s story “When I went to get Christmas Day Bliss”, it leads from the poet’s birthplace on Alpl to the Siglhof in Langenwang. Accompanied by readings and carols, participants take a wintry hike through Rosegger’s “Mountain Home”. Don’t just dream about a white Christmas. Go for it!

Relaxation is right outside your doorstep in the Hochsteiermark tourist region from the Hochschwab massif to the Upper Mürz Valley Nature Park. Find your next tour right here.

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Career opportunities in Langenwang

Langenwang offers jobs in trade, service, nursing, care and tourism. Conurbations like Mürzzuschlag and Kapfenberg are only minutes away. Apprentices are in demand, and businesses are family-friendly.

Many regional companies offer jobs for upwardly mobile individuals, with special focus on quality and sustainability. Get to know the employers in the region.

Looking for a new professional challenge? Our job portal is your “golden gate”!

An apprenticeship is a sure bet. Find the current offers in eastern Upper Styria right now.

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