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Two women go hiking in the Nockberge mountains in Carinthia
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Hiking vacation in Bad Kleinkirchheim

Hiking in spring, summer, and fall in the Carinthian Nock Mountains

The region around Bad Kleinkirchheim offers ideal conditions for an unforgettable hiking vacation in the Nock Mountains in every season. Whether it's the gentle awakening of nature in spring, sunny hiking in summer, or the colorful "larch gold" of autumn. Hiking trails in Bad Kleinkirchheim invite you to enjoy nature all year round.

Hiking in Bad Kleinkirchheim in spring

In spring, the landscape around the Trattler farm chalets is at its freshest. When colorful flowers add their first splashes of color and the air is pleasantly mild, it's the perfect time for spring hikes. Particularly family-friendly: easy tours such as the "Speik-Genusswanderung" or the St. Oswald circular trail, both ideal for a relaxed hike with children.

From April onwards, the sun-kissed region invites you to enjoy scenic spring hikes. The first alpine huts open, marmots become active, and the view of the Nockberge mountains is clearer than ever.

A family of four goes hiking in the Nockberge mountains when the weather is nice
Go hiking with the family on the Nockberge mountains in Carinthia in spring
A couple stands at the top of the viewing platform admiring Lake Millstatt

Summer hiking vacation in Bad Kleinkirchheim

Hiking vacation in Bad Kleinkirchheim in summer
In summer, numerous hiking trails in Bad Kleinkirchheim await ambitious mountaineers, families with children, and connoisseurs alike. Thanks to the cable cars "Biosphärenparkbahn Brunnach" and the "Kaiserburg", you can hike comfortably at over 2,000 meters above sea level in Carinthia. Ideal for those who want to get up high quickly: stages of the Alpe Adria Trail or circular tours in the Nockberge Mountains.

Highlights:

  • Hike up Klomnock (2,331 m)
  • Family hike to the lake "Windebensee"
  • Relax after the tour in a private chalet spa or in a rustic alpine hut

Autumn hikes in the "golden larch" of the Nockberge Mountains

Hiking in Bad Kleinkirchheim during the fall holidays

When the larch trees turn golden yellow and the clear autumn air allows distant views as far as the Hohe Tauern mountains, the quietest and perhaps most beautiful time for hiking in the Nockberge mountains begins. Hiking is particularly appealing in autumn: stable weather, pleasant temperatures, and rustic alpine huts that spoil you with Carinthian delicacies.

Recommended tours in fall:

  • Rinsennock hike: 11.3 km, 631 m elevation gain, 3.5 hours
  • Goldeck tour: 6.7 km, 510 m elevation gain, 3–4 hours
  • Obermillstätter Almkreuz: 8.6 km, 460 m elevation gain, 3.5 hours
A father, mother and son go for an autumn hike on the mountains and hike to a hut
Enjoy the autumnal mountain panorama during your hiking vacation in Carinthia

Hiking with the Kaiserburgbahn

The cable cars "Kaiserburgbahn" takes hiking enthusiasts directly from Bad Kleinkirchheim to over 2,000 meters above sea level. At the top, you will find numerous hiking trails with fantastic panoramic views, themed trails, and delightful places to stop for refreshments. The cable car is ideal for both leisurely and challenging tours, especially in summer and fall.

Hiking trails in Bad Kleinkirchheim – experience diversity

From family-friendly walking trails to alpine summit tours, Bad Kleinkirchheim offers a wide range of options for hiking enthusiasts. The region is particularly appreciated for its clarity, good signage, and connection to the Alpe Adria Trail.

From Austria's highest mountain to the sea

Yes, you can, on foot. The Alpe Adria Trail long-distance hiking trail covers 750 kilometers and 43 stages.

This challenging adventure journey leads from the Großglockner to Trieste, taking you through three countries, offering diverse natural and cultural experiences, and unforgettable views and impressions. To relax between the strenuous stages, we recommend a relaxing stopover at the exclusive Trattlers Hof Chalets or at the Hotel GUT Trattlerhof**** in Bad Kleinkirchheim.


"From the Grossglockner to the sea. It's possible. Yes, even on foot. 750 kilometers away, with a week's break at Trattlers Hof-Chalets."

A man and a woman look at the hiking map with a beautiful view of Carinthia and Lake Millstatt

5 reasons for a hiking holiday at Trattlers Hof Chalets

  1. Colorful natural wonders: In autumn, the entire natural landscape and mountains around Bad Kleinkirchheim in Carinthia are transformed into a dazzling kaleidoscope of colors. The golden larch trees, colorful deciduous forests, and bright cranberry and blueberry bushes literally shimmer in the gentle autumn sun.

  2. Take a deep breath: With the end of the summer heatwave, the already high air quality in Carinthia's Alpine world improves even further. Thanks to the pleasant coolness and a hint of humidity, every autumn hike in the Nockberge Mountains feels pleasantly refreshing.

  3. Stable weather: With the arrival of the golden season, sudden summer storms become a rarity and the hiking weather is much more stable. Thanks to the often deep blue sky, autumn offers the best views of the surrounding landscape and the majestic Nockberge mountains.

  4. Cable cars & alpine huts: Until the beginning of November, you can take the cables cars in Bad Kleinkirchheim up above the autumn mist to over 2,000 meters above sea level during your autumn hiking vacation in Carinthia. In addition, a variety of rustic alpine huts invite you to linger and enjoy Carinthian specialties and autumnal dishes. These are often refined with freshly picked chanterelles and blueberries, especially during fall vacations in Carinthia.

  5. Exquisite wellness: After an active day in the autumnal mountains, you can relax your tired muscles in the private panoramic sauna or enjoy the heated outdoor tub right in your private Trattlers Hof chalet. In addition, the two thermal baths, Thermal Römerbad & Therme St. Kathrein in Bad Kleinkirchheim, as well as the private spa in the chalets invite you to enjoy alpine wellness.

Book your hiking holiday now and experience the Nockberge Mountains

Whether spring, summer or autumn – start your break in the Carinthian mountains with just one click. Send your non-binding enquiry to Trattlers Hof-Chalets now and look forward to mountains of happiness in Bad Kleinkirchheim.
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