Griffen, a picturesque little town in the district of Völkermarkt in Austria, offers numerous opportunities for hikes and walks in the midst of an impressive landscape. The geographical location of Griffen is particularly charming: nestled between rolling hills and surrounded by dense forests, the region invites you to take relaxing excursions into nature.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Griffen
Hiking Trail
· Klopeiner See - South Carinthia - Lavanttal
Schlossberg 616 m and dripstone cave Griffen, southern Carinthia
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
moderate
2.2 km
2:10 h
190 m
190 m
Short route with subsequent visit of the dripstone cave of Griffen.
Hiking Trail
· Central Carinthia
Saualpen southern round in butterfly shape
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
moderate
15.8 km
5:00 h
700 m
700 m
Along scenic, partly wooded hiking sections, we experience managed huts and gentle summits of the Lavanttal and Noric Alps in the south of the Saualpe.
Hiking Trail
· Klopeiner See - South Carinthia - Lavanttal
Lavanttal High Trail: Stage 8 from Griffner Berg to Gasthof Rabensteiner
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
difficult
16.5 km
5:30 h
752 m
813 m
A picturesque landscape featuring the region’s characteristic orchard meadows accompanies hikers from Griffner Berg to the Granitz Valley and St. Paul.
Hiking Trail
· Klopeiner See - South Carinthia - Lavanttal
Lavanttal High Trail - Overall
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
difficult
163.6 km
51:00 h
5,890 m
5,969 m
Pure hiking pleasure on the gentle ridges of the Lavanttal Alps. A route for anyone seeking peace and relaxation from the stressful everyday life.
Attention: Stage 8 is still closed due to recent storms!!
Hiking Trail
· Sankt Paul im Lavanttal
St. Paul: Most Hiking Trail 1-3
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
22 km
4:45 h
641 m
429 m
The Granitztal Most Hiking Trail takes you through a charming landscape and the culinary delights leave nothing to be desired.
Hiking Trail
· Eberstein
Saualpen ridge – Speikkogel, Großer and Kleiner Sauofen
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
Open
10.8 km
3:27 h
515 m
469 m
From the Drucker hut, the route leads to the Speikkogel - then back via the Großer and Kleiner Sauofen.
Hiking Trail
· Klopeiner See - South Carinthia - Lavanttal
Lavanttal High Trail: Stage 7 from the Wolfsberger Hut to Griffner Berg
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
difficult
15.9 km
5:00 h
53 m
1,170 m
Following forest and meadow trails past pilgrimage churches and mountain villages, this stage offers a relaxing blend of rest and adventure.
Hiking Trail
· Klopeiner See - South Carinthia - Lavanttal
Saualpe: Reisberg, Gasthof Lippbauerhof - 900-year-old historic Gasthof St. Leonhard/Saualpe
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
7.6 km
2:37 h
310 m
221 m
Circular hike with "stopover" in rustic huts and inns and a magnificent view over the Lavant Valley.
Hiking Trail
· Klopeiner See - South Carinthia - Lavanttal
Diex panorama trail
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
Open
12.1 km
3:25 h
316 m
316 m
Relaxing route on the Diex sun plateau. Ideal outing for the whole family!
Hiking Trail
Lavanttal, Highwalk Professional Trail over 105 kilometers
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
104.5 km
33:00 h
4,310 m
3,580 m
The longest of all routes on the Highwalk Trail, which is hiked in two days during the namesake hiking competition in mid-June, is the HIGHWALK Professional covering 105 kilometers. It is the distance and the elevation difference that challenge the trained and athletic hiker extremely during the competition in 2 days (40 hours). As a reward, every hiker can look forward to magnificent nature, unique in Europe, and the Highwalker gold needle. The latter is awarded as an honor for the competition on June 12 and 13, 2021, in recognition of the outstanding achievement. In other years, you should take 4-5 days for the route. It is simply too beautiful to have little time for the distance!
For nature lovers, there are a variety of hiking tours suitable for both experienced hikers and families with children. One of the most popular routes leads to Hochobir, a striking mountain massif near Griffen. The climb to the summit rewards not only with breathtaking panoramic views over the Carinthian countryside, but also with interesting insights into the regional flora and fauna.
Another recommended tour leads along the Schlossberg of Griffen. Here visitors can not only admire historical sights such as Griffenstein Castle, but also enjoy an idyllic circular trail through the adjacent forest. This trail is particularly suitable for family outings, as it is relatively flat and therefore easy for children to manage.
The best seasons for hiking in Griffen are spring and autumn. In spring, nature slowly awakens from hibernation and presents itself with a colourful splendour of flowers. In autumn, on the other hand, the forests turn into a veritable sea of colour when the leaves of the trees turn golden and red.
In addition to the hikes mentioned, there are many other hiking routes around Griffen. Whether short walks along the river or challenging mountain tours - there is something for everyone here. The local tourist offices offer detailed information on the various hiking trails as well as maps so that you can optimally prepare for your tour.
All in all, Griffen thus offers an ideal starting point for varied hikes in a charming landscape. Whether you are a family with children or an experienced hiker - everyone will find their personal hiking paradise here. So lace up your hiking boots and get ready to explore the nature around Griffen!
Another recommended tour leads along the Schlossberg of Griffen. Here visitors can not only admire historical sights such as Griffenstein Castle, but also enjoy an idyllic circular trail through the adjacent forest. This trail is particularly suitable for family outings, as it is relatively flat and therefore easy for children to manage.
The best seasons for hiking in Griffen are spring and autumn. In spring, nature slowly awakens from hibernation and presents itself with a colourful splendour of flowers. In autumn, on the other hand, the forests turn into a veritable sea of colour when the leaves of the trees turn golden and red.
In addition to the hikes mentioned, there are many other hiking routes around Griffen. Whether short walks along the river or challenging mountain tours - there is something for everyone here. The local tourist offices offer detailed information on the various hiking trails as well as maps so that you can optimally prepare for your tour.
All in all, Griffen thus offers an ideal starting point for varied hikes in a charming landscape. Whether you are a family with children or an experienced hiker - everyone will find their personal hiking paradise here. So lace up your hiking boots and get ready to explore the nature around Griffen!
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