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Hike to the Simale Inn

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  • St. Peter and Paul Church, Hart
    St. Peter and Paul Church, Hart
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    Our hiking tour follows in the footsteps of Simon Kramer, alias “Krapfenbäck Simale,” who was one of the most feared thieves in Carinthia during the Napoleonic era—though his story ended badly.

    moderate
    Distance 13.3 km
    4:00 h
    370 m
    370 m
    1,211 m
    878 m

    After many raids, the “Wolschart Robber” met his end in the parlor of the inn at Wegscheide during a surprise nighttime raid. We’ll fare better, for the wanderer’s reward will be the delicious dishes served here. The tour begins at St. Peter and Paul Church in the village of Hart and winds through mixed forests up to the Wegscheide, where Andrea Kogler conjures up hearty Carinthian delicacies on her wood-burning stove. Known by both names, the “Gasthof Wegscheide” or “Gasthof zum Simale” is a gathering spot not only for hikers—cyclists, day-trippers, and archers also meet here! On the way back toward Hart, your gaze will fall on the extensively renovated Liebenfels Castle. The fortified complex, featuring the tallest accessible medieval tower in Carinthia, has been opened to the public as a tourist destination in recent years. Reason enough to stop here for a break!

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    T1 moderate
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    1,211 m
    Lowest point
    878 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 13.67%Forested/wild trail 74.60%Path 5.13%Road 2.44%Unknown 4.14%
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    1.8 km
    Forested/wild trail
    9.9 km
    Path
    680 m
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    324 m
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    Rest stops

    Gasthaus Simale Wegscheide
    Gasthaus Harterwirt

    Roadbook

    Middle Section: The trail gradually ascends and winds through dense mixed forests that provide welcome shade on hot days. Here, hikers can enjoy the tranquility of nature and the diverse flora and fauna.

    Highest Point: The highest point of the route, the Wegscheide, offers an impressive panoramic view of the Central Carinthia region. It’s worth taking a break here to enjoy the view and recharge your energy.

    Descent: The descent is gentle and leads through idyllic valleys and small, picturesque villages. The trail is well-maintained and safe, even in slightly damp weather.

    First Section: The trail begins in Hart and winds through rolling hills and expansive meadows. This section is easy to hike and offers beautiful views of the surrounding fields and forests.

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    Filialkirche St.Peter und Paul in Hart
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    Coordinates

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    46.772887, 14.250650
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    46°46'22.4"N 14°15'02.3"E
    UTM
    33T 442789 5180199
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    Difficulty
    T1 moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    13.3 km
    Duration
    4:00 h
    Ascent
    370 m
    Descent
    370 m
    Highest point
    1,211 m
    Lowest point
    878 m
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