The mountains are calling.

A relaxed, family-friendly loop above Kötschach-Mauthen. Small hamlets, forest paths and lovely valley views alternate. Just right for settling in or a gentle half-day walk.

Start: Kötschach-Mauthen town hall · Altitude: 950 m

Route: Kötschach - Kienze - Zoje - Einsiedlwald - Aquarena - Kötschach

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Start in the village. Ideal for scenery without a big mountain day.

A lovely loop on Kötschach’s sunny side. Quiet paths, meadows and woodland climb towards Lanz before returning to the valley.

Start: Kötschach-Mauthen · Altitude: 1,069 m

Route: Kötschach - Dobra - Lanz - Lammerbach - Kötschach

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A pleasant morning outing: the right balance of exercise and views rather than high-alpine drama.

A quiet walk through Einsiedlwald with a historic destination. Pittersberg ruins stand above the Gailtal, combining woodland, history and views.

Start: Kötschach-Mauthen / towards Laas · Altitude: 907 m

Route: Kötschach - Einsiedlwald - Pittersberg ruins - Laas / return

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A good choice on cloudy days or when the high mountains are hidden.

A short walk with grand mountain scenery. A small loop from Tuffbad on alpine and forest tracks through the quiet Lesachtal landscape.

Start: Tuffbad, Lesachtal · Altitude: 1,390 m

Route: Tuffbad car park - alpine track - forest path above Tuffbad - return

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Perfect with a drive through Lesachtal, or when you have just under an hour for a walk.

A particularly scenic alpine pasture walk with broad views of the Carnic Alps. From Lesachtal, woodland and meadows lead to panoramic Lackenalm.

Start: St. Lorenzen / Lesachtal · Altitude: 1,613 m

Route: St. Lorenzen - Bödnerbauer - Lackenalm - Tuffbad

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Technically easy but with a fair climb. Our “Easy Plus” – sturdy shoes still required.

One of the finest routes directly above Mauthen. Through woodland to Enzianhütte, then onto gentle Mauthner Alm. At the top, wonderful views open towards the Carnic Alps and Lienz Dolomites.

Start: Lamprechtbauer · Altitude: 1,782 m

Route: Lamprechtbauer - Enzianhütte - Mauthner Alm - Enzianhütte - Lamprechtbauer

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A LONCIUM classic. Check seasonal refreshment stops and trail status before leaving.

An exceptional loop on the Carnic main ridge. Among rocks and old military positions, the path climbs to Kleiner Pal. Impressive scenery, history and broad views.

Start: Plöckenhaus · Altitude: 1,867 m

Route: Plöckenhaus - Grünsee - Freikofelscharte - Kleiner Pal - open-air museum - return

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Take a head torch to explore the old tunnels. Trails can be slippery after rain.

One of the region’s must-do hikes. Through Wolayertal, past pastures and waterfalls, to turquoise Wolayersee below the Carnic Alps’ mighty rock walls.

Start: Hubertuskapelle / Nostra · Altitude: 1,971 m

Route: Hubertuskapelle - Untere Wolayeralm - Obere Wolayeralm - Wolayerseehütte - return

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Start early and allow time by the lake. Check Wolayerseehütte opening and access to Hubertuskapelle beforehand.

A quiet alpine pasture walk deep in Obergailertal. Forest, water, meadows and distinctive mountains make this an authentic Lesachtal experience away from the crowds.

Start: Obergail / Mühlenstüberl · Altitude: 1,637 m

Route: Obergail - Obergailertal - Obergaileralm - Enderberghütte - return the same way

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Distance and duration are rounded for the return walk. One way is 4.4 km.

A beautiful loop across mountain meadows and open woodland to the Samalm plateau. Summit views stretch from the Lienz Dolomites across the Carnic main ridge.

Start: Maria Luggau · Altitude: 1,990 m

Route: Maria Luggau - Trattenbach - Guggenberg - Samalm - Klammwiese - Maria Luggau

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Check current trail status and any closures before setting off.

A distinctive summit above Kötschach-Mauthen. A fine mountain path leads to Spielbodentörl, then the route becomes loose and rocky. The summit rewards you with a tremendous Gailtal view.

Start: Plöckenhaus · Altitude: 2,332 m

Route: Plöckenhaus - Grünsee - Spielbodenalm - Spielbodentörl - Polinik - return

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Sure-footedness and a head for heights are essential from Spielbodentörl. Only in stable mountain weather.

A long, impressive mountain day in the heart of the Carnic Alps. Via Valentintörl into rocky terrain towards Rauchkofel; a detour to Wolayersee is worthwhile on the descent.

Start: Untere Valentinalm · Altitude: 2,460 m

Route: Untere Valentinalm - Valentintörl - Rauchkofel - Wolayerseehütte - Valentintörl - return

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Sure-footedness is essential. A long day with plenty of ascent: take enough water and allow reserves.

A long mountain walk to one of Lesachtal’s finest viewpoints. Forest tracks lead to marked mountain paths and alpine meadows on the way to the summit.

Start: Obergail / Mühlenstüberl · Altitude: 2,251 m

Route: Obergail - Bödenalm - Fleckenalm - Mittagskofel - return, optionally via Steineckenalm

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Not technically extreme, but a full mountain day for your fitness. Wear sturdy shoes and carry enough drinks.

A demanding alpine undertaking on a mighty Carnic summit. Steep gullies, rocky scrambles, protected sections and exposed terrain require experience and concentration.

Start: Plöckenpass · Altitude: 2,691 m

Route: Plöcken Pass - Collinetta area - protected gullies - Kollinkofel - return the same way

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Experienced mountaineers only. Climbing up to grade II and protected sections; unsuitable for novices.

A long, wild section of the Carnic High Trail. From the historic Plöcken area along the main ridge to broad alpine pastures around Zollnersee.

Start: Plöckenhaus / Plöckenpassstraße · Altitude: 2,167 m

Route: Plöcken Pass - Carnic High Trail eastwards - Zollner area - Zollnerseehütte

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Not a standard loop: arrange return transport or an overnight stay beforehand.