Hiking Tour through the Garnitzenklamm Gorge
moderate
Distance 10.1 km
1. From Möderndorf through the 1st and 2nd section of the gorge to the shelter and then returning to Möderndorf via St. Urban (approx. 2.5 hours.). 2. Crossing all 4 sections of the gorge right through to the end (approx. 2.5 hours) a.) From the end of the gorge to the Kühweger Alm (approx. 1 hour) and then via the Kühweger Thörl to the Gartnerkofel (approx. 2.5 hours) or from the Kühweger Thörl to the Nassfeld (approx. 1 hour) b.) From the end of the gorge via Garnitzenklamm Gorge - Garnitzenhöhe – Garnitzenklamm Gorge - Watschiger Alm to the Nassfeld (approx. 3 - 4 hours).
Author’s recommendation
Difficulty
moderate
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
1,188 m
Lowest point
610 m
Best time of year
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Track types
Show elevation profileSafety information
Description 1. From Möderndorf through the 1st and 2nd section of the gorge to the shelter and then returning to Möderndorf via St. Urban (approx. 2.5 hours.). 2. Crossing all 4 sections of the gorge right through the end (approx. 2.5 hours) a.) From the end of the gorge to the Kühweger Alm (approx. 1 hour) and then via the Kühweger Thörl to the Gartnerkofel (approx. 2.5 hours) or from the Kühweger Thörl to the Nassfeld (approx. 1 hour) b.) From the end of the gorge via Garnitzenklamm Gorge - Garnitzenhöhe – Garnitzenklamm Gorge - Watschiger Alm to the Nassfeld (approx. 3 - 4 hours). Character The Garnitzenklamm Gorge, a natural landmark, is without doubt one of Carinthia’s most beautiful natural attractions. Situated 2 km south of Hermagor (starting point Eggeralm main road), the lower section of a 6 km long canyon, created over the years by the Garnitzenbach stream, has been made accessible for hikers. The gorge is through canyon-crossing via ferrata, bridges and waterfalls fully accessible throughout until the end of the gorge. This tour takes approx. 2.5 hours. A head for heights is required for some of the sections. Infrastructure No details Points for refreshment Klammwirt, inns/restaurants in Möderndorf and Hermagor. Nassfeld: Garnitzen Alm, Watschiger Alm, Alpenhof Plattner, Dorfgasthaus Noldi Stub´n, Ristorante da Livio, Al gallo Forcello Attractions Nassfeld: Ice Age flower: Blue Wulfenia – blossoming time from mid-June until end of July. NTC – Rock Labyrinth / Flying Fox Mile- Tressdorfer Alm, "AquaTrail BergWasser", Gartnerkofel chair lift, Millennium Express (Tröpolach to Nassfeld), summer toboggan run Pendolino, Lift & Bike Giro, show cheesemaking dairy Tressdorfer Alm. Waterfalls, bridges, canyons“ More details- Starting point: Eggeralm main road
- Finishing point: end of the gorge
- Distance: 6
- Total walking time: 4-5
- Trail number: 409 and/or 410
- Level of difficulty: moderate
Tips and hints
www.nassfeld.atStart
Eggeralm main road (654 m)
Coordinates:
DD
46.600420, 13.362930
DMS
46°36'01.5"N 13°21'46.5"E
UTM
33T 374616 5162063
w3w
///unionists.meek.yelling
Turn-by-turn directions
Description 1. from Möderndorf through the 1st and 2nd part of the gorge to the emergency shelter and via St. Urban back to Möderndorf (approx. 2.5 hours). 2. through all 4 parts of the gorge to the end (approx. 2.5 hours) a.) From the end of the gorge to the Kühweger Alm (approx. 1 hour) and further via the Kühweger Thörl to the Gartnerkofel (approx. 2.5 hours) or from the Kühweger Thörl to the Nassfeld (approx. 1 hour) ) b.) From the end of the gorge via the Garnitzenklamm - Garnitzenhöhe - Garnitzenklamm - Watschiger Alm to Nassfeld (approx. 3 - 4 hrs.) Condition The natural monument Garnitzenklamm is undoubtedly one of the most famous natural beauties of Carinthia. 2 km south of Hermagor (starting point Eggeralm-Landesstrasse) the Garnitzenbach has created a 6 km long gorge in the course of history, the lowest section of which has been opened up for hikers. The gorge is accessible on alpine paths over gorges, bridges and to waterfalls in about 2.5 hours to the end of the gorge. Some parts of the gorge require a head for heights. Infrastructure No information Refreshment facilities Klammwirt, inns/restaurants in Möderndorf and Hermagor. Nassfeld: Garnitzen Alm, Watschiger Alm, Alpenhof Plattner, Dorfgasthaus Noldi Stub'n, Ristorante da Livio, Al gallo Forcello Erlebnisspunkte Nassfeld: Ice Age flower: Blue Wulfenia - flowering time from mid-June to the end of July. NTC - Rock Labyrinth / Flying Fox Mile - Tressdorfer Alm, "AquaTrail BergWasser" mountain water, Gartnerkofel chairlift, Millennium-Express (Tröpolach to the Nassfeld), Pendolino summer toboggan run, Lift & Bike Giro, Tressdorfer Alm show dairy. Waterfalls, bridges, gorges" Further information
Starting point: Eggeralm country road
Target point: end of ravine
Length: 6
Total walking time: 4-5Path
number: 409 or 410
Level of difficulty: medium
Note
all notes on protected areas
Public transport
Public transport available in July and August.Getting there
Drive through Hermagor to the end of the town and then turn in direction Möderndorf, Egger Alm. From here, continue on the main road for approx. 2.5 km.Parking
Car parks - in front of the Garnitzenklamm Gorge and/or KlammwirtCoordinates
DD
46.600420, 13.362930
DMS
46°36'01.5"N 13°21'46.5"E
UTM
33T 374616 5162063
w3w
///unionists.meek.yelling
Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Author’s map recommendations
Wanderkarte
- Nummerobject_container_element1746_object_def124
- Verlagobject_container_element1747_object_def125
- Titelobject_container_element1748_object_def180
- Maßstabobject_container_element1749_object_def126
- Isbnobject_container_element1750_object_def127
- Druckausgabeobject_container_element1752_object_def129
- Digitalausgabeobject_container_element1751_object_def128
Weitere Wanderkarte
- Nummerobject_container_element1753_object_def124
- Verlagobject_container_element1754_object_def125
- Titelobject_container_element1755_object_def180
- Maßstabobject_container_element1756_object_def126
- Isbnobject_container_element1757_object_def127
- Druckausgabeobject_container_element1759_object_def129
- Digitalausgabeobject_container_element1758_object_def128
Equipment
Rucksacks should be packed individually, - but absolutely necessary are:- Sturdy hiking or mountain boots, rainwear, packed lunch/snacks, beverages, headwear, sun screen, warm jacket, change of clothes, hiking stick, First Aid kit!
Reviews
Difficulty
moderate
Distance
10.1 km
Duration
4:00 h
Ascent
1,023 m
Descent
1,023 m
Highest point
1,188 m
Lowest point
610 m
Statistics
2D
3D
Maps and trails
- 2 Waypoints
- 2 Waypoints
Distance
km
Duration
: h
Ascent
m
Descent
m
Highest point
m
Lowest point
m
Questions and answers
Would you like to the ask the author a question?
Rating
Photos from others