Millstatt, located in the district of Spittal an der Drau, is an idyllic community in Austria and a true paradise for hiking enthusiasts. The geographical location on Lake Millstatt and the surrounding mountains make this region an ideal starting point for numerous hiking tours.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Millstatt
Hiking Trail
· Millstätter See - Bad Kleinkirchheim - Nockberge
Circular route Rosenkofel, Granattor, Lamersdorfer Hut
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
15.7 km
6:40 h
1,289 m
1,343 m
Beautiful circular hike, mostly taking place above the tree line.
Hiking Trail
· Millstätter See - Bad Kleinkirchheim - Nockberge
Long circular hike in the Nock Mountains
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
difficult
33.1 km
10:30 h
1,760 m
1,760 m
From Dabor to the Millstätter Hut and back via the Jufen
Hiking Trail
· Millstätter See - Bad Kleinkirchheim - Nockberge
Hiking in Seeboden: Elevation circuit route (Tschiernockalm) - short round
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
easy
8 km
2:45 h
413 m
413 m
From the Jagahüttn, the path continues directly to the Steinernes Mandl – crossing two more summits along the way. A rewarding section that delights with magnificent views and quiet moments.
Hiking Trail
· Millstätter See - Bad Kleinkirchheim - Nockberge
High-altitude circular route (Tschiernock) full round
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
moderate
10.8 km
3:30 h
480 m
480 m
A wonderful hike that presents itself as an impressive three-peak route. Along the scenic ridge, you get fascinating views of Lake Millstatt, deep into the Hohe Tauern, and as far as Katschberg.
Hiking Trail
· Nock Mountains
Hemmaweg 5 Pilgrimage route Millstatt - Gurk first extended stage to Rottenstein
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
30.8 km
8:00 h
1,550 m
980 m
Three Hemmaweg stages combined into two stages. Here is the first extended stage. Possible due to the low snow cover in December.
Hiking Trail
· Millstätter See - Bad Kleinkirchheim - Nockberge
Carinthia-Enzian Garnet Trail-"Stana Mandl" -"Granattor"
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
7.7 km
2:48 h
488 m
488 m
An eventful hike with fantastic views. From the Lammersdorfer Hut to the Lammersdorfer Almkreuz, past the Stanamandl to the Granattor.
Hiking Trail
· Millstätter See - Bad Kleinkirchheim - Nockberge
From the plateau to the Alm - 3 huts route
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
Open
12.5 km
4:30 h
760 m
760 m
ATTENTION: From August 19, 2024, the Panorama route over the Tschierweger Alm with trail number 194 is closed due to logging work! The outbound and return routes of this route therefore both follow the gorge path (see current route).
A somewhat more demanding but toll-free and impressive alpine ascent to the Millstätter Alm. A varied circular hike through the pristine Millstätter Gorge and well-maintained cultural and natural landscapes past three culinarily excellent alpine huts. On the descent, the Millstätter Lake literally lies at your feet.
Hiking Trail
· Millstätter See - Bad Kleinkirchheim - Nockberge
Nockberge-Trail: stage 8 hiking route
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
Stage 8
15.6 km
4:45 h
160 m
1,450 m
And the best is saved for last: a final panoramic hike up to Tschierweger Nock and a long descent to the beautiful Lake Millstätter See.
Hiking Trail
· Millstätter See - Bad Kleinkirchheim - Nockberge
Via Paradiso - Stage 2
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
Stage 2
13.5 km
4:20 h
540 m
550 m
Between lake and mountain: shady gorges and sunny meadows above the Millstätter See.
Hiking Trail
· Millstätter See - Bad Kleinkirchheim - Nockberge
Via Paradiso - Stage 1
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
Stage 1
14.9 km
4:30 h
460 m
470 m
On the sunny side: hiking on the sunny terrace with dreamlike views of Lake Millstatt.
The special feature of Millstatt lies above all in the diversity of the landscape. Here you will find both gentle hills and steeper mountain peaks - so hikers of every level of difficulty will get their money's worth. The view over glittering Lake Millstatt rewards every effort.
There are various hiking routes around Millstatt, each with its own charm. One popular tour, for example, leads from the centre of the village up to the famous collegiate church. On the way there you can not only admire the beautiful architecture, but also enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view.
Those who like to hike with children will also find what they are looking for: There are special family hiking trails where little explorers can discover nature in a playful way. A special highlight here is certainly the "Path of the Elements", where children can discover exciting stations such as the sound forest or the water feature.
The best seasons for hiking in Millstatt are spring and autumn. During these months, temperatures are pleasant and nature shows its most beautiful side - be it through flowering meadows or autumn-coloured forests.
In summary, Millstatt offers a variety of hikes for every age and every level. The geographical location on the lake and the surrounding mountains make this region a true hiker's paradise. Whether you take a leisurely stroll through the town centre, let your gaze wander over Lake Millstatt or go on a discovery tour with children - everyone will find their own personal favourite route here. So lace up your hiking boots and explore the breathtaking nature around Millstatt!
There are various hiking routes around Millstatt, each with its own charm. One popular tour, for example, leads from the centre of the village up to the famous collegiate church. On the way there you can not only admire the beautiful architecture, but also enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view.
Those who like to hike with children will also find what they are looking for: There are special family hiking trails where little explorers can discover nature in a playful way. A special highlight here is certainly the "Path of the Elements", where children can discover exciting stations such as the sound forest or the water feature.
The best seasons for hiking in Millstatt are spring and autumn. During these months, temperatures are pleasant and nature shows its most beautiful side - be it through flowering meadows or autumn-coloured forests.
In summary, Millstatt offers a variety of hikes for every age and every level. The geographical location on the lake and the surrounding mountains make this region a true hiker's paradise. Whether you take a leisurely stroll through the town centre, let your gaze wander over Lake Millstatt or go on a discovery tour with children - everyone will find their own personal favourite route here. So lace up your hiking boots and explore the breathtaking nature around Millstatt!
Reviews
Find hikes in neighboring regions
AI-generated
The content was generated entirely by AI and published without meaningful human review or approval. more
Localization
Parts of this content were machine translated from German.

