Almweg mit Bergen

Hiking in Bad KleinkirchheimKirchleitn Bad Kleinkirchheim

From your doorinto the Nock Mountains

From your door into the Nock Mountains, by gondola to over 2,000 metres.

Three winter nights for two from €252Arrival Wed 11. Nov book →

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Gentle mountains,short legs

The Nock Mountains are rounded, not rugged. For families, loops of three to six kilometres with picnic spots by the stream are plenty. With the Brunnach Biosphere Reserve gondola or the Kaiserburg lift you’re above 2,000 metres before the kids start moaning.

Around 30 mountain huts in the region serve Carinthian specialities, some of them for over 400 years. Since 2012 the area has been part of the UNESCO Salzburger Lungau and Kärntner Nockberge Biosphere Reserve.

  • Mountain liftsBrunnach and Kaiserburg, free once a day with the Kärnten Card
  • Family loopsThree to six kilometres, many paths suitable for pushchairs
  • HutsAround 30 in the region
  • Nockalm RoadScenic road through the Biosphere Reserve, free with the Kärnten Card
  • Biosphere ReserveNock Mountains, UNESCO since 2012, together with the Lungau
  • WinterCleared winter paths and snowshoe routes
Wanderweg über die Alm

Honestly

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  1. Jausenbox mit Brot und Paprika neben Trachtenhut auf der Bank, Pause beim Wandern
    The Nock Mountains are rounded, not rugged.Good for short legs and long conversations.
  2. Brunnach Bergstation
    By gondola above the tree line before anyone asks “Are we nearly there yet?”
  3. Felsen auf der Alm
    Around 30 huts in the region.Kaiserschmarrn counts as a summit.
  1. Jausenbox mit Brot und Paprika neben Trachtenhut auf der Bank, Pause beim Wandern
    The Nock Mountains are rounded, not rugged.Good for short legs and long conversations.
  2. Brunnach Bergstation
    By gondola above the tree line before anyone asks “Are we nearly there yet?”
  3. Felsen auf der Alm
    Around 30 huts in the region.Kaiserschmarrn counts as a summit.

All year round

Spring, summer,autumn, winter

In spring the streams run with meltwater, in summer the forests give shade, in autumn the larches change colour, and in winter you walk on cleared paths or on snowshoes. Hard to say when it’s at its best.

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Wanderweg über die Nockberge
Above the tree line
Nebel über den Lärchen
In autumn
Familie rastet in der Wiese
A rest in the meadow

Questions

What youwant to know

From what age can you go hiking with kids?

As soon as they enjoy being outdoors. Lots of paths in the Nock Mountains are pushchair-friendly, and a baby carrier always works.

What goes in the rucksack?

Weatherproof clothing, sun and rain protection, water, snacks, plasters, a change of clothes and binoculars.

Are there guided walks?

The region and local hiking schools offer guided walks. Ask early enough.

What is the Nockalm Road?

A scenic road through the Nock Mountains Biosphere Reserve with nature stations, mountain huts and trailheads. About 35 minutes’ drive from Kirchleitn, toll-free with the Kärnten Card.

Where do I park?

Right outside the village, free of charge. No cars drive into the village itself, so you carry your luggage the last few metres.

Still curious? Give us a call or see what is free.

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Whenare you coming?

Pick your dates. We’ll show you straight away which apartments are free and what they cost. You book directly with us, no detour via a booking portal.

  • Bed linen and towels included
  • Free parking outside the village
  • Dogs welcome
  • Free cancellation up to 15 days before arrival, 25 per cent deposit when you book

Questions? Call us on +43 4240 8244 or email booknow@slowtravelling.com.

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