The Top 9 Mountain Passes around St. Johann im Walde
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes around St. Johann im Walde and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.
Last updated: December 15, 2025
Gößnitzscharte
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Over the Gößnitzscharte leads the trail between Elberfelder hut and Lienzer hut. Here you can take a short break to enjoy the magnificent view of the high mountain landscape.
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Kreuzseeschartl
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From the Kreuzseeschartl at 2,810 meters you have an incredible view of the Kreuzsee and the Wangenitzsee. Surefootedness and a head for heights are necessary to climb the steep and stony path.
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Untere Seescharte
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Passing from the Debant Valley to the lakes of the Wangenitzseehütte. Further along, one can reach the border with Carinthia.
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From the Isel Valley into the Defereggen Valley
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The beginning of the Defereggental is quite steep but not very long. But it doesn't get really nice until later in the valley.
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Hornscharte
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At 2,958 meters, the Hornscharte scratches the 3,000-meter mark, and the mighty Kreuzkopf towers above it. The steep climb is secured with a rope and offers you impressive views over the Schober group.
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