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Hikes in Weissensee
Carinthia,Austria
A turquoise-blue lake framed by the lush mountains of the Gailtal Alps – Lake Weissensee in Carinthia offers postcard motifs non-stop. With a hiking trail network of more than 200 kilometres, Lake Weissensee is also a paradise for hikers. The range of tours here is particularly varied and ranges from easy hikes along the lake to challenging, difficult tours to the peaks over 2,000 metres high. We show you the most beautiful tours:
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Weissensee
Gentle hiking in the Weissensee Nature Park
Around Lake Weissensee you hike in a nature park that has dedicated itself to gentle tourism. Here, tourism development is being worked on very carefully. As a guest, you will notice this in the original character of the places around the lake, in the unspoilt shores and the sustainable traffic solutions. This preserved originality makes Lake Weissensee a great destination for all those who are looking for peace and authenticity and appreciate being out and about in an intact cultural landscape. And not to forget: After every hike you can refresh yourself in the crystal-clear lake. Lake Weissensee, situated at 930 metres above sea level, is the highest bathing lake in Carinthia and boasts good drinking water quality and an abundance of fish.
By boat to the hike
Since large parts of the shore are not accessible by road, there is the possibility of being brought to the starting point of the hike by boat or boat taxi. There are several landing stages around the lake that are regularly visited. One of the most popular hikes with boat assistance is the one from the landing stage on the eastern shore via the Steinwand back to Techendorf. There are also two other landing stages if you want to shorten the walk – perfect for families.
Pleasure hikes to huts and alpine pastures
In addition to enjoyable hikes, the region around Lake Weissensee also offers culinary delights. Regionality is on the agenda at the huts that can be reached on the hikes. Here you will be served real local delicacies. The following hiking highlights have an alpine hut as their destination:
- The alpine hike at Lake Weissensee is the hike to the Naggler Alm. It is easy and can also be shortened with the cable car.
- On a scenic saddle below the Laka mountain lies Hermagorer Bodenalm. The idyllic alpine pasture can be reached on easy paths.
- Kohlröslhütte is known for its beautiful location high above the Gitschtal valley. The hike from Lake Weissensee is quite long, but it is worth it for the panoramic terrace alone.
- On the sunny side of the Weissensee you will find the Alm hinterm Brunn, a family-friendly destination.
Things to know about the region
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How deep is Lake Weissensee in Carinthia?
Lake Weissensee reaches a maximum depth of 97 metres at its deepest point. -
Where is the most beautiful spot on Lake Weissensee?
The most beautiful spot far and wide, according to many Weissensee fans, is the Ronacherfels on the north shore. -
Can you go round Lake Weissensee?
It is not possible to go round the whole lake, but you can still have a wonderful hike here.
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