From St. Michael in Upper Styria via the Murtal expressway S36 (vignette required) to the exit "Kraubath". Over the highway and the Mur bridge over and to the right over the L553 to Preg, 596 m. From there turn left into and about 5 km along the Preggraben in the direction of Almgasthof Spitzer. Shortly before the inn, the road branches off to the right in the direction of Vorderleitenhütte, which leads to the parking area. (20 km, approx. 30 minutes).
From Judenburg via the Murtal expressway S36 (vignette required) to the exit "St. Lorenzen". From there, continue along the side road to the highway until you reach a fork to the right, which leads over a bridge over the Mur past a gravel works to Preg, 596 m. In Preg to the left in and approx. 5 km along the Preggraben in the direction of Almgasthof Spitzer. Shortly before the inn, the road branches off to the right in the direction of Vorderleitenhütte, which leads to the parking area. (39 km, approx. 40 minutes).
By car to snowshoe hiking - a few things to watch out for!
Good winter tires are an absolute MUST!Ice scraper, snow broom, de-icer for the door locks and a small shovel are part of the basic equipment.Put snow chains and a tow rope in the car, even if you are not good with them yourself. Helping and knowledgeable hikers are always available on the mountain!Clear the car completely of snow and ice, especially sweep off the roof of the car completely.When parking, make sure you leave room for other motorists.Always park so that the rest of the roadway remains clear for cars, logging trucks, and snow removal vehicles.Find out about the snow situation on the access road or parking facilities before setting off. (hut host, webcams)