The road bike route (12 km, 400 m elevation gain) offers even gradients, quiet roads and wonderful views of Central Carinthia - perfect for sporty cyclists and nature lovers.
The road bike route from Kraig to Pisweg is a varied and scenically impressive route in Central Carinthia. Over a length of around 12 kilometers, the route covers around 400 meters in altitude, which makes it particularly attractive for sporty cyclists. The even gradients make it possible to cycle at a constant pace without having to tackle extreme climbs.
The route leads along roads with little traffic and good asphalt. Again and again, there are magnificent views of the surrounding Carinthian mountain landscape, inviting you to pause for a moment.
Pisweg, situated at around 960 meters above sea level, offers cultural highlights such as the church of St. Lambert and a quiet village atmosphere, ideal for a short break. The route is particularly recommended in the snow-free months from spring to fall and is suitable for anyone who wants to combine sporting challenges with the enjoyment of nature.
Author’s recommendation
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Rest stops
Müllers HofladenWimitzbräu
Gasthof "Zum Kramer"
Safety information
pay attention to the weather; tell someone where you are going and when you will be back; loaded cell phone pay attention to local traffic rules and occasional agricultural vehicles on the roads
Tips and suggestions
You can find more tours here:
https://regio.outdooractive.com/oar-mittelkaernten/de/
Roadbook
Length: The direct route from Kraig to Pisweg is around 12 kilometers.
Elevation gain: This distance involves climbing around 400 meters in altitude, which corresponds to an average gradient of around 3.3%.
Road conditions: The route is mostly on well-paved roads with little traffic, ideal for racing cyclists.
Scenery: The route leads through the Gurktal valley
Pfarrkirche Kraig
Müllers Hofladen
Wimitzbräu
Die "Weibertauschzentrale" | Lost Place
Krön, Fischerkreuz
Pisweg, Gurnerkreuz
Pisweg, Karner
Pisweg, Pfarrkirche hl. Lambert
Pfarrkirche Pisweg
Gasthof "Zum Kramer"
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
ÖBB timetable information: https://fahrplan.oebb.at/webapp/#!P|TP!H|704158
Directions
use your route planner
Parking
Sufficient parking spaces available
Coordinates
Book recommendation by the author
please contact your bookseller
Author’s map recommendations
can be ordered here:
www.mittelkaernten.at/prospekte/#/prospekte
Equipment
comfortable clothing, suitable bike, provisions, sufficient water
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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