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Via ferratas in Carinthia

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Carinthia in the south of Austria is no longer an unknown climbing destination for climbing fans. The Galital Alps, the Carnic Alps and other alpine mountain ranges are home to popular via ferratas of all levels of difficulty. Some of them are high up, while others are close to the valley, which is particularly favourable for beginners.
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The 10 most beautiful via ferratas in Carinthia

The four entrances
Via Ferrata · Katschberg-Liesertal-Maltatal
Via ferrata Kölnbreinsperre - "Damm High"
Toprecommended route Difficulty C moderate
0.7 km
1:00 h
75 m
75 m
From the car park at the Berghotel Malta there is a short descent to the via ferrata and via this back to the starting point.
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Shortly before the exit...
Via Ferrata · Nassfeld-Lesachtal-Weissensee
Via ferrata crossing Winkelturm & Rosskofel
Toprecommended route Difficulty D/E difficult
1
10.9 km
6:00 h
1,020 m
1,020 m
Grandiose and adventurous crossing of two mountain peaks in the Carnic main ridge. The long, varied and cross-border descent via the wild Alta Via - with stimulating climbing sections up to the second UIAA grade - adds the finishing touch to this panoramic round tour!
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Shortly before the pulpit...
Via Ferrata · Katschberg-Liesertal-Maltatal
Fallbach - via ferrata
Toprecommended route Difficulty E difficult
2.1 km
3:00 h
315 m
315 m
Grandiose and extremely spectacular via ferrata in the idyllic Malta Valley. The challenging via ferrata runs right next to the highest waterfall in Carinthia and has now mutated into a great classic!
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The striking summit is soon reached...
Via Ferrata · Nassfeld-Lesachtal-Weissensee
Monte Chiadenis "Via ferrata CAI Portogruaro"
Toprecommended route Difficulty C moderate
13.1 km
8:30 h
1,350 m
1,350 m
La traversata - grandiose and cross-border via ferrata tour in the heart of the Carnic Alps! This moderately difficult iron path leads through the east face of the striking mountain formations in a somewhat bizarre but extremely scenic way.
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After the descent from the larch tower.
Via Ferrata · Woerthersee
Larch tower and Koschutni tower from the Koschutahaus
Toprecommended route Difficulty D difficult
6.1 km
8:00 h
1,060 m
1,060 m
A great mountain experience with challenging climbing and wonderful panoramic views along the "Carinthian border wall".
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Cellon-Stollen
Via Ferrata · Kötschach-Mauthen
Cellon-Stollen
Toprecommended route Difficulty B moderate
1
3.3 km
3:00 h
400 m
400 m
Der Cellon-Stollen ist ein sehr ausergewöhlicher und recht anspruchsvoller Klettersteige.
Nassfeld - Pressegger See
Board at the start of the via ferrata
Via Ferrata · Carnia
Cellon (Frischenkofel, Creta di Collinetta) via Steinbergerweg via ferrata (B)
Toprecommended route Difficulty B/C moderate
6.8 km
5:30 h
1,041 m
1,064 m
The Steinbergerweg on the Cellon was built in 1965 in memory of the gendarmerie constable Steinberger, who first climbed the Cellon in 1915.
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Overhanging crux (D/E)
Via Ferrata · Eisenkappel-Vellach
Türkenkopf via ferrata D/E
Toprecommended route Difficulty D/E difficult
1.5 km
2:45 h
290 m
290 m
The Türkenkopf via ferrata is a difficult sport via ferrata near Bad Eisenkappel. The key section is in the upper third of the climb. Due to its length and difficult sections, this via ferrata is a real challenge.
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Am Hochstuhl Klettersteig
Via Ferrata · Karavanke and Pohorje
Klettersteig Hochstuhl
Toprecommended route Difficulty B/C difficult
1
10.6 km
6:00 h
1,089 m
1,097 m
  Der Klettersteig führt über die Nordwestflanke auf den höchsten Gipfel der Karawanken. Der unterste Teil stellt die Schlüsselstelle dar.
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The exit of the via ferrata
Via Ferrata · Hermagor-Pressegger See
Trogkofel up via Crete Rosse and Überlachersteig down
Toprecommended route Difficulty B/C moderate
5.1 km
4:00 h
762 m
762 m
The "Crete Rosse" ferrata leads from the Italian side to the Trogfkofel (Creta di Aip). It is a rather short but beautiful and rather lonely via ferrata.
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Via ferratas for every level in the mountains of Carinthia

The Carinthian Alps are a paradise for via ferrata fans and offer the right tour for every taste. In the north of the sunny province, the Hohe Tauern where experienced mountaineers will find challenging routes. Especially in the areas around Mallnitz and in the Maltatal offer great routes into the alpine world of the Hohe Tauern.

Another important centre for via ferratas in Carinthia are the Carnic Alpswhich lie on the border with Italy. There are numerous via ferratas in these impressive mountains, which can even take adventurers across the border into Friuli.

A real insider tip are the via ferratas in the Karawanken. This mountain range on the border with Slovenia offers both short via ferrata routes close to the valley for after work as well as challenging multi-day tours for experienced mountaineers. The beauty of this region, together with its neighbouring mountains, the Julian Alps and the Kamnik-Savinja Alps, is simply incomparable.

Challenging, high alpine via ferratas in Carinthia

The Säuleck south face climb is one of the highest via ferratas in Austria. Climbers can expect a long climb up to a 3000 metre peak. The Rabenstein climbing area in Lavanttal also requires experience and stamina.

Carinthia has been home to the Bella Vista via ferrata since 2003. The name definitely says it all. After climbing up the north-west ridge over airy passages to the Hohe Leier, you can enjoy the marvellous view from the top.

Sankt Paul im Lavanttal
Recommended route St. Paul: Klettergarten und Klettersteig Rabenstein
Hohe Tauern National Park Region
Recommended route Hohe Leier (2770m) via Bella Vista Klettersteig

Easy via ferratas for beginners, families and connoisseurs

The Fallbach via ferrata is located near the valley at Kernten's highest waterfall. It captivates with its impressive views. The Millnatzenklamm via ferrata in the centre of Lesachtal scores highly in terms of scenery and enjoyment. It is particularly suitable for climbing beginners and connoisseurs due to its proximity to the valley.

The "Dreifaltigkeitsfelsen" and the adventure via ferrata on the Klippitztörl are also among the easier via ferrata routes and are therefore particularly suitable for families.

  • Climbing · Klopeiner See-Südkärnten-Lavanttal
    Klettersteig/Klettergarten "Dreifaltigkeitsfelsen"
  • Via Ferrata · Lavamünd
    Lavamünd: Klettergarten u. Klettersteig Dreifaltigkeitsfelsen
  • Via Ferrata · Sankt Andrä
    St. Andrä: Klettergarten und Klettersteig Eitweg

Which via ferrata is the most spectacular in Carinthia?

The most spectacular via ferrata in Carinthia leads through the imposing south face of the Säuleck in the Hohe Tauern. The summit of the Säuleck rises majestically at an altitude of 3079 metres above sea level. This via ferrata is well secured, but without ladders and pegs, which makes it technically demanding. The approach through the picturesque Dösental valley to the Arthur-von-Schmidhaus is an experience in itself. Due to the length of the ascent, an overnight stay at the refuge is recommended. The descent then follows the normal route, so that climbing enthusiasts can experience an unforgettable adventure in a breathtaking alpine setting.

Via Ferrata · Hohe Tauern National Park Region
Säuleck-Südwand-Steig
Toprecommended route Difficulty D/E difficult
Distance 18.3 km
Duration 9:00 h
Ascent 1,640 m
Descent 1,640 m

Einer der höchstgelegenen Klettersteige Österreichs! Lange, eindrucksvolle Steiganlage auf einen formschönen 3.000er-Gipfel. Durchgehend sehr gut ...

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from Andreas Kleinwächter,   Hohe Tauern - die Nationalpark-Region in Kärnten Tourismus GmbH

Where are the most via ferratas in Carinthia?

There are an impressive number of via ferratas in the Nassfeld region in Carinthia. In total, there are 13 via ferratas that challenge adventure-seekers in the fascinating Carnic and Julian Alps. Among the most popular via ferratas in this region are the "Cellon via ferrata" and the "Winkelturm via ferrata". In addition, the Nassfeld Pass and the area around Mauthen offer great climbing opportunities, with highlights such as the via ferrata on the Trogkofel. This variety of climbing routes makes the region a paradise for climbing enthusiasts.

Carnic Alps
Recommended route Cellon - Weg ohne Grenzen (Senza Confini)
Nassfeld-Lesachtal-Weissensee
Recommended route Via ferrata crossing Winkelturm & Rosskofel
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Weittalspitze (2.539 m) - Allmaier Toni Weg by Ronald
September 05, 2023 · Community
because of recent bad weather, the way back took us 4 hours, the walking path was completely gone and we had to search a few times 5-9-2023 total of 10 hours!
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Klettersteig Döbriach - Weg der ktn. Jäger (2023) by Heinrich
August 27, 2023 · Community
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Via ferrata crossing Winkelturm & Rosskofel by Robert
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