Delightful hiking along the Carinthian Lakes
Hiking Collection by Kärnten Werbung
14
Tours
121:39 h
201 mi
55,150 ft
In the distance impressive mountain chains of the Hohe Tauern and the Karawanken uplift, while the rays of the morning sun sparkle in turquoise blue lakes. The combination of the Carinthian mountains, lakes, forests and meadows offers you unforgettable impressions - combined with a mediterranean sense of life. In addition, the hiking region offers endless possibilities for day trips and long distance like the Nature Park Dobratsch, the Gerlitzer Alpe or the popular Karnische Höhenweg. In addition, there will alway be a rich covered table awaiting you. Thus, you should plan enough time ahead on the panoramic trail around Carinthia's great lakes as culinary enjoyment is in the focus of this region's trails. Especially the pleasure walks of the region Villach - Faaker See - Ossiacher See perfectly combine culinary joy with sports activities. This is what makes the enjoyment of traveling in Carinthia a first class hiking experience - sort of Austrian Dolce Vita.
Our nine tours offer a compilation of the most exciting hiking trails in this region. Have fun exploring!
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Tours & Highlights
- 03:565.15 mi1.3 mph2,350 ft2,350 ftIntermediateIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
Getting up early is definitely worth it: experience a breathtaking and atmospheric sunrise in the Carnic Alps at the summit of the Gartnerkofel (2,195 m) when the sun dips the surrounding mountains in a golden shimmering light.
To make sure you do not miss out on this unforgettable experience, you'll…
- 58:3291.9 mi1.6 mph25,425 ft29,550 ftExpertExpert Hiking Tour. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
If you follow the Carnic High Trail from Silian to Arnoldstein, you will be rewarded with a wonderful mountain world, splendid panoramas and excellent hut experiences and can thus recharge your batteries for everyday life. You can always avoid difficult passages, which makes this popular path accessible…
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- 13:4421.3 mi1.6 mph7,250 ft6,250 ftExpertExpert Hiking Tour. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
Stage 3 of the Gailtaler Höhenweg is probably the most fascinating but also a very long stage of the high altitude hike. It takes you across the Gailtal Alps with a magnificent view of the Gailtal and Weissensee as well as the Carnic and Julian Alps.
You start the first section from Weißbriach after lunch…
- 07:049.17 mi1.3 mph4,100 ft4,100 ftExpertExpert Hiking Tour. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
At 2,145 meters, the Mitterskogel is one of the highest mountains in the western Karawanken. There are several ways to reach the 2,000m peak. The variant shown in this tour is the normal route that passes by the Bertahütte. At 1,567 meters, it is the only refuge on the way to the summit and therefore…
- 16:2134.3 mi2.1 mph4,400 ft4,400 ftExpertExpert Hiking Tour. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
The Wörthersee circular walk with its 55 km is the ideal long-distance trail for those hungry for discovery: Shady forest sections, demanding passages with single trails and viewpoints over the lake. Wooden parasols, swings and loungers at the most beautiful moments invite you to rest. Boarding possibilities…
- 02:084.43 mi2.1 mph1,025 ft100 ftIntermediateIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
The "way of love. Sentiero dell'Amore "leads you and your better half from the Alexander hut over the pastures of the Millstätter Alpe to the Granattor. On the Bike and Hike route, you can ride your bike or walk. Thereby you will be asked questions about love on the way. "What's the craziest thing you…
- 01:433.21 mi1.9 mph825 ft825 ftIntermediateIntermediate Hiking Tour. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
The H2öhenweg offers a water experience for the whole family. Start is the excellent Schwaigerhütte, from which it is half an hour's walk to Alexander hut. From here, a unique panorama awaits you with views of Lake Millstatt embedded in the surrounding mountain landscape. The dessert you earned after…
- 03:176.62 mi2.0 mph1,325 ft1,325 ftIntermediateIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Many roads lead to Rome. Just like the Pyramidenkogel. This eventful tour combines a boat trip across the lake with the shady hiking trails of Maria Wörth or Reifnitz up to the summit. Also on the ship you can already experience a lot. Past showpieces of the Wörthersee architecture and untouched nature…
- 02:365.12 mi2.0 mph1,100 ft1,100 ftExpertExpert Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
The nature park Dobratsch has everything to offer what the hiker's heart desires. In the 7,250 hectare area you have the choice of a variety of viewpoints, beautiful sunsets and unique restaurants. The whole in landscape, nature and European protection areas, which contribute to the protection of the…
- 02:374.73 mi1.8 mph1,825 ft325 ftIntermediateIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
The Gerlitzen Kostaleweg hike offers sporting as well as culinary highlights: namely from the beginning to the end. Kostale is Carinthian and can be compared with Spanish tapas. You will be served small delicacies that will give you the taste of the region without complaining.
The start of this hike is…
- 01:362.57 mi1.6 mph1,325 ft0 ftIntermediateIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
The start of this short hike is the Lammersdorfer Hütte, where you can fortify yourself with regional delicacies. Then it's a good 4 kilometers and 400 meters in the direction of Granattor. Along the route, you will always enjoy a wonderful view of Lake Millstatt, the mountains and the wide Carinthian…
- 03:073.83 mi1.2 mph1,725 ft1,750 ftIntermediateIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
During this hike, enjoyment of the view is perfectly staged with physical enjoyment. From the Hochobir, one of the most beautiful mountains in Carinthia, you have a wonderful view of the Klagenfurt Basin and the Lower Carinthian Lake District.
You can easily reach the fully paved toll road - the Hochobir…
- 01:473.54 mi2.0 mph725 ft700 ftEasyEasy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
This easy mountain tour combines water and hiking enjoyment. The wonderful Lake Klopein is always in the center of the action. Perfect for a small family trip or hike with a dog.
From the starting point you hike steadily uphill to the summit of the Kitzelberg. In between you can enjoy a beautiful view…
- 03:124.99 mi1.6 mph1,800 ft1,800 ftIntermediateIntermediate Hiking Tour. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
The Upper Petzen Rundmarsch is a beautiful and exciting tour. The requirement level is considered moderate, which requires a good condition and no fear of heights.
On the Petzen you can comfortably walk, climb comfortably and mountaineering comfortably - or exercise the sweaty variants of it. This hike…
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Collection Stats
- Tours14
- Distance201 mi
- Duration121:39 h
- Elevation55,150 ft
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