Hoher Gallin

A special highlight along the trail is Gradisch Castle, which is privately owned by the Goëss family and not open to the public. The striking Renaissance building from the mid-16th century dominates the landscape with its characteristic round towers and onion domes. The castle chapel and the historic grounds make Gradisch a cultural and historical highlight well worth seeing along the hike.

After about 3 kilometers on the forest road, the route switches to a steadily ascending forest trail. Short sections run along forest roads once again before narrow forest trails lead further uphill through the dense forest to the summit. The tour runs largely in the shade and is therefore particularly well-suited for warm summer days.

Time and again, small clearings and open spots offer views of the surrounding landscape. Along the way, you’ll enjoy, among other things, a beautiful view of the Pollenitz River, the Feldkirchen area, and the gently rolling landscape of Central Carinthia.

At the summit of the Hoher Gallin, at about 1,045 meters above sea level, a beautiful summit cross awaits, along with a summit logbook and places to sit. The reward for the climb is an impressive panoramic view over Lake Wörthersee and the Klagenfurt Basin all the way to the striking Karawanken Mountains.

For the return trip, you generally follow the same route back to Oberglan. Please note: There are several route options along the return path. Therefore, be sure to follow the signage or the recorded GPS track and choose the correct route back to Oberglan.

Alternatively, the hike can be continued toward Moosburg or Techelsberg. In this case, however, you’ll need to arrange for transportation back before starting the hike.