Varied circular hiking route through the idyllic Elsgraben to St. Florian, past Mannsberg castle and the ruins of Altmannsberg back to Launsdorf.
Follow the hiking trail sign No. 5
The hiking trail leads east from Launsdorf over a canal and the Gurk. From the village of Gösseling, it goes through the quiet and idyllic Elsgraben and Garzern on shady forest paths and forestry roads to St. Florian. The return route leads through the forest valley – part of the Natura 2000 area Mannsberg-Boden – past the impressive Mannsberg castle and continues into the village of Pölling. The railway line is crossed through a tunnel, then we follow the ascending forest road towards the east. At the fork, we observe sign No. 5 and reach the settlement area of Launsdorf and our starting point, the train station, again on the forest road.
Author’s recommendation
Bring enough provisions and water on this hike and enjoy your snack in nature at one of the viewpoints!
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Safety information
please pay attention to the weather
Tips and suggestions
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Roadbook
Follow the hiking trail sign No. 5
The hiking trail leads east from Launsdorf over a canal and the Gurk. From the village of Gösseling, it goes through the quiet and idyllic Elsgraben and Garzern on shady forest paths and forestry roads to St. Florian. The return route leads through the forest valley – part of the Natura 2000 area Mannsberg-Boden – past the impressive Mannsberg castle and continues into the village of Pölling. The railway line is crossed through a tunnel, then we follow the ascending forest road towards the east. At the fork, we observe sign No. 5 and reach the settlement area of Launsdorf and our starting point, the train station, again on the forest road.
Ruine und Burg Mannsberg
Burg Hochosterwitz
Launsdorf - Hochosterwitz railroad station
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
By train to Launsdorf - Hochosterwitz stationDirections
By car via the S 37 (Klagenfurt expressway) and the B 82 (Seeberg road) to Launsdorf - Hochosterwitz station
Parking
Parking available at Launsdorf - Hochosterwitz stationCoordinates
Book recommendation by the author
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Author’s map recommendations
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Equipment
Sturdy footwear, water supply, and sun protection are recommended.
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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