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Long-Distance Hiking recommended route Stage 7

Karnischer Höhenweg – Etappe 7: Nassfeld – Dolinza Alm

Long-Distance Hiking · Carnic Alps
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The Karnische Höhenweg or "Friedensweg" leads along the entire Karnische Kamm, which runs along the border between Austria and Italy.
difficult
Distance 23.6 km
8:00 h
1,120 m
1,270 m
1,870 m
1,324 m
The Karnische Höhenweg is about 150 km long from Sillian to Arnoldstein and can be divided into 8-11 daily stages, a descent into the valley is (almost) possible at any time. Overnight stays in managed huts are sufficiently available.

The somewhat longer section east of the Plöckenpass offers a gentle mountain landscape with extensive alpine meadows and easy hiking mountains. West of the Plöckenpass, the more interesting alpine section stretches along the highest peaks of the Carnic Ridge. The alpine long-distance hiking trail leads through a scenically extremely beautiful and varied area.

Author’s recommendation

In addition to the conventional route, summit ascents can also be included. Especially recommended: Gartnerkofel, Rosskofel and Trogkofel.
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Tourismusinfo Nassfeld-Pressegger See
Update: August 28, 2020
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Safety information

Mostly alpine terrain, especially in the western part of the Karnischen Höhenweg. Sure-footedness, freedom from vertigo and the ability to climb easy climbing sections are required. Conditionally partly very demanding.

Tips and hints

Further information is available from the Nassfeld-Pressegger Information & Service Center at +43 4285 8241 and info@nassfeld.at

The Karnische Höhenweg in the Lesach Valley

The Karnische Höhenweg in the Nassfeld-Pressegger See area

Start

Nassfeld (1,609 m)
Coordinates:
DD
46.564988, 13.285501
DMS
46°33'54.0"N 13°17'07.8"E
UTM
33T 368601 5158252
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Destination

Dolinza Alm

Turn-by-turn directions

  • to the Egger Alm (overnight accommodation) approx. 4.5 hours
  • to the Dolinza Alm (Gasthaus Starhand, overnight accommodation) approx. 8 hours
  • from there descent to Feistritz an der Gail approx. 6,5 hours or via the Achomitzer Alm to Thörl

Note


all notes on protected areas

Public transport

Travel to Tröpolach by public transport is possible. Continue with the Millennium-Express to the mountain station or by car to the Sonnenalpe Nassfeld.

Timetable below:

www.oebb.at

www.mobilbuero.com

Getting there

from Tröpolach about 20 minutes to the Nassfeldpass.

Parking

Parking facilities are available.

Coordinates

DD
46.564988, 13.285501
DMS
46°33'54.0"N 13°17'07.8"E
UTM
33T 368601 5158252
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike

Author’s map recommendations

Hier können sie eine kostenlose Broschüre mit allen Etappen und Hütten herunterladen: www.karnischer-hoehenweg.at Karnischer Höhenweg: Von Sillian nach Thörl-Maglern. 14 Etappen - mit Varianten und Gipfeln. Verlag: Bergverlag Rother; Auflage: 2., aktualisierte Auflage 2013 (19. August 2013) ISBN: 978-3763344048 Karnischer Höhenweg: Wanderführer mit Tourenkarten und Höhenprofilen (KOMPASS-Wanderführer). Verlag: KOMPASS-Karten; Auflage: 1., Aufl. (Mai 2013). ISBN: 978-3850268257 Gailtal, Lesachtal : Karnischer Höhenweg (Kompass-Wanderbuch). ISBN: 978-3870515003 Gailtal /Lesachtal /Karnischer Höhenweg: Wanderführer mit Tourenkarten, Höhenprofilen und Wandertipps. Verlag: KOMPASS-Karten, Innsbruck; Auflage: 6 (August 2008). ISBN: 978-3854915003

Equipment

Checklist tips:
  • Sturdy shoes (hiking boots or mountain boots)
  • (Hiking) Clothing for all weather conditions: rain protection, hats, gloves, ... (according to the season)
  • First aid kit
  • Money
  • Cell phone or radio
  • Hiking maps
  • Backpack
  • Sun protection and sunglasses
  • Flashlight or headlamp
  • Catering (drinks, water bottles and possibly food)
  • Toiletries
  • ev. hiking poles
  • ...

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Difficulty
difficult
Distance
23.6 km
Duration
8:00 h
Ascent
1,120 m
Descent
1,270 m
Highest point
1,870 m
Lowest point
1,324 m
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