マリア・ヴェルトのおすすめウォーキング＆ハイキングルート

The freely accessible Hochwart Castle ruins, also known as the "Black Castle," serve as a reminder of the dramatic end of the once mighty fortress of the Counts of Celje, whose line died out in 1456. Destroyed in a succession dispute, the castle was never rebuilt; today, parts of the main tower and walls of the 12th-century chapel still stand in the forest. However, the ruins are unsecured and at risk of collapse, situated partly on steep slopes, and the last 600 meters are only accessible on foot.

The niche shrine, which now stands on Freisinger Platz, was erected in 1962 under Pastor Paul Beier. The frescoes are by Prof. Josefine Kreuzer from St. Nikolai near Keutschach. St. Christopher faces south. His position is chosen so that every visitor to the pilgrimage site is greeted by this saint. To the east, we see St. Rupert (c. 700), founder and patron saint of Salzburg and the second patron saint of Carinthia. St. Corbinian (680-725) was Bishop of Freising (twin city of Maria Wörth) and is depicted in the northern niche. The image facing west depicts St. Emma, mother of the land and protector of Carinthia.

… not only from a distance - a visit is also worthwhile

beautiful little church. In the middle of the forest next to the ruins

There are two painted hammocks hanging here. Just lie down and relax.

Beautiful view towards Lake Wörthersee.

Cozy restaurant with plenty of space and the food tasted very good.

Beautiful view of Lake Wörthersee