The history of the Stubenberghaus
The Schöckl (1,445m) rises around 1,100m above the provincial capital of Graz and is regarded as Graz's local mountain par excellence. With its vast expanse, it offers many leisure opportunities, and its abundance of forest makes it an ideal recreational area. Built from limestone, the free-standing mountain rises directly on the edge of the Alps and offers an outstanding panorama over large parts of south-eastern Austria and neighbouring areas.
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The history until 1960
In 1872, the Styrian Mountain Club (St.G.V.) built the first shelter on the Jahnwiese. Soon afterwards, the association decided to build a new, more spacious shelter. Following an exchange of land with Count Stubenberg, this was erected on 14 September 1890 on the south side of the summit, visible from Graz.
Built in 1889-90 according to plans by Friedrich Sigmundt and named after Count Stubenberg, the shelter was built on the initiative of the Styrian Mountain Association of the time. The two-storey building with a crested hipped roof and a wooden shingle-clad façade with carved beam heads characterises the appearance of Alpine architecture.
The building was officially opened on 15 September 1890.
From 1930, the Stubenberghaus was supplied with electricity.
In 1935, the Styrian Mountaineering Association merged with the Graz AV section, and the section name has been supplemented by St.G.V. ever since
The charming south terrace was created in 1936.
In 1872, the Styrian Mountain Club (St.G.V.) built the first shelter on the Jahnwiese. Soon afterwards, the association decided to build a new, more spacious shelter. Following an exchange of land with Count Stubenberg, this was erected on 14 September 1890 on the south side of the summit, visible from Graz.
Built in 1889-90 according to plans by Friedrich Sigmundt and named after Count Stubenberg, the shelter was built on the initiative of the Styrian Mountain Association of the time. The two-storey building with a crested hipped roof and a wooden shingle-clad façade with carved beam heads characterises the appearance of Alpine architecture.
The building was officially opened on 15 September 1890.
From 1930, the Stubenberghaus was supplied with electricity.
In 1935, the Styrian Mountaineering Association merged with the Graz AV section, and the section name has been supplemented by St.G.V. ever since
The charming south terrace was created in 1936.
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The history 1960 to 2000
In 1990, exactly 100 years after its construction, the Stubenberghaus was placed under a preservation order.
In spring 1999, an invited architectural competition was held with the aim of modernising and renovating the Stubenberghaus.
The project by architect Dipl. Ing. Karl-Heinz Winkler emerged as the winner: due to its sensitive handling of the existing building and the integration of infrastructural measures combined with the creation of new utility and utilisation rooms on the north side of the Stubenberghaus. The access via a newly created east entrance using contemporary architectural elements was considered a convincing change, at the same time as a break with the historical building.From the four guest rooms and the south-facing seminar room under the existing sun terrace, you can enjoy an enchanting view far into the Styrian countryside and as far as Slovenia.
There were some initial surprises with regard to the structural and constructional treatment of the Stubenberghaus, which culminated in the installation of 60 glulam supports to secure the block walls. This was followed by the foundation of the south-facing plinth wall, which had to be stabilised using reinforced shotcrete and by placing several rock anchors. In the area of the bed wing on the first and second floors, 16 rooms were extended, the wet rooms of which were built in the form of an external system construction. This ensured that the existing timber construction was preserved and not substantially impaired.
The existing larch shingle cladding of the Stubenberghaus was renewed exactly according to the historical model in terms of material, shape and format. In addition to the extended south-facing terrace, two further terraces are planned on the south and west sides so that the option of self-service for day tourists - separate from the catering area - can be fulfilled in the event of heavy visitor numbers.
With the refurbished Stubenberghaus, the Graz-St.G.V. section has a building that is equally impressive in terms of beauty and content. It was only possible to secure a jewel of Styrian building culture for posterity with the great participation of the population.
The Oberlandlerstube
The current generation of the Oberlandler Graz took over the responsibility and obligation to maintain traditions from the "old ancestors" and made a contribution to the revitalisation of the Stubenberghaus in 2000. A separate Oberlandlerstube was set up with € 18,200. This amount comes entirely from the farmers' own funds; the "Kindlkassa" itself is used exclusively to help people in need.
With your help in revitalising the Stubenberghau, the "Oberlandler Graz" wishes many generations of Schöckl visitors a pleasant stay and a great time in and around the house. (Ing. Michael Kohlroser vulgo Michlbauer)
Drinking water and waste water supply system
The facilities were built in 1994 and are operated by the community of interested parties, represented by Alpenverein Graz, Schöckl Seilbahn GmbH, A1 Telekom Austria AG and Forstamt Gutenberg. The drinking water is pumped from the spring or pumping station at 920 metres above sea level into the three elevated tanks on the Schöckl plateau at 1,445 metres.
In 1990, exactly 100 years after its construction, the Stubenberghaus was placed under a preservation order.
In spring 1999, an invited architectural competition was held with the aim of modernising and renovating the Stubenberghaus.
The project by architect Dipl. Ing. Karl-Heinz Winkler emerged as the winner: due to its sensitive handling of the existing building and the integration of infrastructural measures combined with the creation of new utility and utilisation rooms on the north side of the Stubenberghaus. The access via a newly created east entrance using contemporary architectural elements was considered a convincing change, at the same time as a break with the historical building.
From the four guest rooms and the south-facing seminar room under the existing sun terrace, you can enjoy an enchanting view far into the Styrian countryside and as far as Slovenia.
There were some initial surprises with regard to the structural and constructional treatment of the Stubenberghaus, which culminated in the installation of 60 glulam supports to secure the block walls. This was followed by the foundation of the south-facing plinth wall, which had to be stabilised using reinforced shotcrete and by placing several rock anchors. In the area of the bed wing on the first and second floors, 16 rooms were extended, the wet rooms of which were built in the form of an external system construction. This ensured that the existing timber construction was preserved and not substantially impaired.
The existing larch shingle cladding of the Stubenberghaus was renewed exactly according to the historical model in terms of material, shape and format. In addition to the extended south-facing terrace, two further terraces are planned on the south and west sides so that the option of self-service for day tourists - separate from the catering area - can be fulfilled in the event of heavy visitor numbers.
With the refurbished Stubenberghaus, the Graz-St.G.V. section has a building that is equally impressive in terms of beauty and content. It was only possible to secure a jewel of Styrian building culture for posterity with the great participation of the population.
The Oberlandlerstube
The current generation of the Oberlandler Graz took over the responsibility and obligation to maintain traditions from the "old ancestors" and made a contribution to the revitalisation of the Stubenberghaus in 2000. A separate Oberlandlerstube was set up with € 18,200. This amount comes entirely from the farmers' own funds; the "Kindlkassa" itself is used exclusively to help people in need.
With your help in revitalising the Stubenberghau, the "Oberlandler Graz" wishes many generations of Schöckl visitors a pleasant stay and a great time in and around the house. (Ing. Michael Kohlroser vulgo Michlbauer)
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The story from 2000 to 2020
Due to the age and condition of the building and the threatened closure of the kitchen and food storage area by the authorities, the board of the Graz Alpine Club was faced with a difficult situation: General refurbishment of the Stubenberghaus or closure. The decision to carry out an ultimately very cost-intensive complete renovation was not an easy one, especially as the association only had modest funds of its own at its disposal. As a result, the organisation had to rely on grants and donations and was forced to take out large loans with long-term maturities in order to restore the special appeal and unique charm of the Stubenberghaus.
However, the Graz Alpine Club simply did not have the financial means for a new roof. The effects of this became increasingly clear and dramatic over the next 17 years: over the years, the penetration of snow and rainwater into the roof truss caused major, visible damage to the roof structure and the transitions of the roofing. There was also a high energy loss due to the lack of insulation. The heating costs for the house and the guest rooms were disproportionately high and were not in line with the sustainable management goals of the Graz section.
As the condition of the building was rated as "imminent danger" by experts at the beginning of 2018, there is an urgent need for action to preserve the Stubenberghaus for future generations.Although the old loans for the renovation of the house from 2000 had not yet been repaid, the Graz section could not hope for better times and continued to wait. Around 600 m2 of roof area was to be covered with a contemporary biological building material, namely new larch wood shingles. Wooden shingles fulfil high aesthetic demands, are an expression of closeness to nature and harmonise with the landscape. Due to their function and resistance to weathering, the shingles are an attractive, natural and sustainable roof covering.
As the Stubenberghaus is a listed building, special requirements had to be taken into account when renovating and renewing the roof.
The measures at the time included
- Structural reinforcement of the roof truss
- Insulation measures in the attic area
- Renewal of the roof covering with 3-layer larch wood shingle covering
- Renewal of all tinsmith connections
- Colour renewal of all decorative grilles
- Pre-roofing and labellingOur thanks go to the countless generous donors, without this financial support the comprehensive renovation of the roof and roof truss would not have been possible!
AVL
FEDERAL MONUMENTS OFFICE VIENNA
Deloitte Wirtschaftsprüfung Styria GmbH, Consul Mag. MÖSTL Friedrich
ENERGY STYRIA
GRAZER WECHSELSEITIGE. The insurance on your side
HOLDING Graz FREIZEIT
HYPO STYRIA
LAND Styria
FLECK Dieter
ÖAV Academic Section Graz
ÖAV Innsbruck
Dr PERSCHA Werner
PLANUM Fallast Tischler & Partner GmbH
RAIFFEISEN-LANDESBANK STEIERMARK AG
Dr RIEGLER Günter, City Councillor
Saubermacher company, Hans ROTH
SCHELL Christof
SCHURY Stefan
CITY OF GRAZ
STEIERMÄRKISCHE SPARKASSE
Dr WIESER Oliver
Arch. DI. WINKLER Karl Heinz
WEEK GRAZ/STYRIA
Due to the age and condition of the building and the threat of closure of the kitchen and food storage area by the authorities, the board of the Graz Alpine Club was faced with a difficult situation: General refurbishment of the Stubenberghaus or closure. The decision to carry out an ultimately very cost-intensive complete renovation was not an easy one, especially as the association only had modest funds of its own at its disposal. As a result, the association had to rely on grants and donations and was forced to take out large loans with long-term maturities in order to restore the special appeal and unique charm of the Stubenberghaus.
However, the Graz Alpine Club simply did not have the financial means for a new roof. The effects of this became increasingly clear and dramatic over the next 17 years: over the years, the penetration of snow and rainwater into the roof truss caused major, visible damage to the roof structure and the roofing transitions. There was also a high energy loss due to the lack of insulation. The heating costs for the house and the guest rooms were disproportionately high and were not in line with the sustainable management goals of the Graz section.
As the condition of the building was rated as "imminent danger" by experts at the beginning of 2018, there is an urgent need for action to preserve the Stubenberghaus for future generations.
Although the old loans for the renovation of the house from 2000 had not yet been repaid, the Graz section could not hope for better times and continued to wait. Around 600 m2 of roof area was to be covered with a contemporary biological building material, namely new larch wood shingles. Wooden shingles fulfil high aesthetic demands, are an expression of closeness to nature and harmonise with the landscape. Due to their function and resistance to weathering, the shingles are an attractive, natural and sustainable roof covering.
As the Stubenberghaus is a listed building, special requirements had to be taken into account when renovating and renewing the roof.
The measures at the time included
- Structural reinforcement of the roof truss
- Insulation measures in the attic area
- Renewal of the roof covering with 3-layer larch wood shingle covering
- Renewal of all tinsmith connections
- Colour renewal of all decorative grilles
- Pre-roofing and labelling
Our thanks go to the countless generous donors, without this financial support the comprehensive renovation of the roof and roof truss would not have been possible!
AVL
FEDERAL MONUMENTS OFFICE VIENNA
Deloitte Wirtschaftsprüfung Styria GmbH, Consul Mag. MÖSTL Friedrich
ENERGY STYRIA
GRAZER WECHSELSEITIGE. The insurance on your side
HOLDING Graz FREIZEIT
HYPO STYRIA
LAND Styria
FLECK Dieter
ÖAV Academic Section Graz
ÖAV Innsbruck
Dr PERSCHA Werner
PLANUM Fallast Tischler & Partner GmbH
RAIFFEISEN-LANDESBANK STEIERMARK AG
Dr RIEGLER Günter, City Councillor
Saubermacher company, Hans ROTH
SCHELL Christof
SCHURY Stefan
CITY OF GRAZ
STEIERMÄRKISCHE SPARKASSE
Dr WIESER Oliver
Arch. DI. WINKLER Karl Heinz
WEEK GRAZ/STYRIA
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The story from 2020
The Stubenberghaus was converted to LED lighting in 2022. We are delighted to be making a contribution to climate and environmental protection in Austria with this investment!
