November 15th, 2023
The 720-kilometre Alpe-Adria Trail is a long-distance hiking trail that stretches from the Grossglockner mountain in Austria through Slovenia and ends at the Adriatic Sea in Italy. It covers approximately 448 miles and passes through diverse landscapes, including alpine regions, forests, lakes, and cultural heritage sites. The trail allows hikers to experience the natural beauty and cultural richness of the Alps, the Julian Alps, and the Karst region as it traverses through three countries. It
October 10th, 2023
Klagenfurt-based Carinthia (Kärnten in German) is nicknamed the southern, sunny area with 9,636 km2, making it the 5th largest region in Austria. It is a mountainous, hilly province that tourists visit mainly in the summer, as you can bathe in its many lakes and go hiking in its forests. 💡Kärnten (Carinthia) was established as a separate duchy in 976. But before 976, the area belonged to the German Bayern region. It became part of Tyrol in the 13th century and later Austria in the middle of th
October 7th, 2023
Heiligenblut is a picturesque town in the state of Carinthia, in the southern part of Austria. It is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and proximity to the Grossglockner (3798 m), Austria's highest mountain. It is called the "Gateway to the Grossglockner" due to its location. The town and its vicinity are a popular destination for mountaineers and nature enthusiasts. The town is surrounded by breathtaking Alpine scenery, making it a favourite destination for hikers, skiers, and climbers.
September 27th, 2023
Nassfeld (Naßfeld) - the popular ski resort in winter - is also worth paying attention to in the summer. The region in Carinthia is crisscrossed by approximately 1000 km of hiking trails that lead through alpine peaks, lakes, valleys, and pastures. It is a real tourist paradise in one of Austria's most popular provinces. In addition to its 110 km ski resort, Nassfeld specializes in families and couples in the summer. There are many returning tourists thanks to its bathing lakes and child-friend
January 9th, 2023
The Nockberge Reserve, an area of 184 square kilometres, was formed around the Nock Mountains, intended to preserve the area's wildlife for posterity. The Austrian mountain range is located in the Alps, and although it extends into Salzburg and Styria, its central part is located in Carinthia. The Nock Mountains and the neighbouring Lungau region were declared a protected area in 1987 and then a biosphere reserve by UNESCO in 2012. Overview Nockberge Reserve Details Country Austri
November 23rd, 2022
One of the best-known attractions of the Hohe Tauern National Park is the Ankogel range (and peak), a Mecca for climbers. The mountain is one of the popular destinations for climbers who have "outgrown" the 2,000-meter mountains and want to jump a level. If you are flirting with the idea of climbing the friendly Ankogel, I recommend our current article to your attention. You can gain a lot of experience and practice on relatively easy terrain so that, in the meantime, you will enjoy a dazzling
November 21st, 2022
One of the most exciting attractions in Carinthia is the Groppensteinschlucht Gorge, which is studded with waterfalls. The wide gorge that can be traversed along a 2.5 km long route is a real treat in the Mölltal region. Since the trail is a kid- and dog-friendly, the whole family can have a great time. During your journey, you follow the river through the forest. Observe pools under your feet, enjoy whirlpools and roars, and count numerous waterfalls, of which a 30-meter waterfall will be the
November 18th, 2022
The 0.8 km long Raggaschlucht gorge is one of Carinthia's eight most famous gorges. According to many, it is the most beautiful gorge in the province and has been open since 1882. The easy, child-friendly trail is approximately 3 km long - which you can combine with a forest route. In the meantime, huge rock walls coloured with mosses and ferns will come across. Map - Where is the Raggaschlucht gorge? The gorge can be found in Austria, in the western part of Carinthia, at the settlement calle
November 16th, 2022
Austria's highest peak, the Grossglockner, is one of the most famous peaks among climbers. The mountain group, located not far from Ankogel and the Krimml waterfall, is one of the jewels of the Hohe Tauern National Park. If you have been planning to climb the Grossglockner for a long time, now you will find all the essential information to make your summit attack successful! If you're hearing about it for the first time but love mountain adventures and are interested in climbing, then by the en
