Alpinsteig
An out-and-back trail, 2.2 miles each way (4.3 miles round trip) in Carinthia, Austria.
- 2.2 mi
- round trip
- 3,278 ft
- climb
- 7,979 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Alpinsteig is an out-and-back trail, 2.2 miles each way (4.3 miles round trip) in Carinthia, Austria. It runs between about 6,570 ft and 7,980 ft above sea level, with roughly 2,280 ft of climbing one way. It is demanding mountain hiking, with rocky or exposed stretches where you need sure footing. The nearest town is Mörtschach, about 2.0 miles west of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Törlkopf, Garnitzen and Kuhleitenkopf. For camping, Camping Lindlerhof and Camping Zirknitzer are within about 6 miles. There are 2 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.
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