Panoramaweg Südalpen: Etappe 03 vom Gasthof Baumgartnerhof zur Bertahütte
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Panoramaweg Südkärnten Etappe 03
High above Lake Faak, the eye wanders once again over the gentle cultivated landscape before the trail stage leads up through the trenches of the north-facing Karawanken to the former Annahütte hut. The panorama becomes increasingly impressive as you ascend through the various altitude levels with mixed forest, spruce forest and mountain pine bushes. Alpine skills are particularly in demand on the rugged ridge of the Kleiner Mittagskogel. The wild western flank of the Mittagskogel awaits as a reward, with deep views of the Julian Alps and finally the summit of the Mittagskogel. After descending via the normal path on the east side, you reach the idyllic Berta hut.
Hike carefree on the Panoramaweg Südalpen!
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Ascent: 1279 m
Descent: 669 m
Minimum Altitude: 919 m
Maximum Altitude: 2145 m
Length: 10 km
Duration: 330 min
Difficulty: hard
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Author: Marc Horbal
After successful registration the day before (until 6 p.m.) a more comfortable arrival (Villach main station - Baumgartnerhof) is also possible with the train station shuttle Carinthia.
Here you can find the online bookable train station shuttle.
Parking lot Baumgartnerhöhe
instructions
Starting at the parking lot at Baumgartnerhof, we follow the signpost "ehem. Annahütte" (marked as "603") in an easterly direction slightly downhill to the Rotschitzabach, cross it over a wooden bridge, briefly steeply uphill and then continue along the trail in the same contour line until a driveway is reached. Here the original route of the Panoramaweg Südalpen branches off to the right (south), which we follow on trail no. 682 along the Kropiunabach stream past the former customs hut (1,101 m) to the source of the stream. Shortly thereafter we reach a forest road, which we cross several times during the further ascent to the dilapidated Annahütte (1,700 m).
From the Annahütte, the Grenzsteig leads below the ridge - south of the Kleiner Mittagskogel - in a south-easterly direction. In addition to short, easy climbs, we are accompanied by the view of the impressive western flank of the Mittagskogel and the north walls of the eastern Julian Alps, which are close enough to touch. The path lined with mountain pines leads to another climbing spot just before the western flank. Here you still have to make a very narrow crossing, sloping on both sides, which immediately turns into a short rock climb and requires appropriate surefootedness, head for heights and climbing skills.
The further now steeper ascent over the western flank requires again concentration and surefootedness on partly loose gravel (ATTENTION, in poor visibility the wayfinding is difficult!). The trail joins the normal path at the wider, partly grassy summit ridge. This leads in a few minutes to the summit of the Mittagskogel (2,145 m).
The descent to the Berta hut takes place over numerous gravelly hairpin bends on the normal path (marked as "680"), on which in the area of the mountain pine fields short and rocky steep steps or gravelly crossings of gullies have to be mastered again and again. However, the path is well developed by means of steps, which make the descent somewhat easier.
At the Ferlacher Sattel the path leads to a forest road junction. We reach the Berta Hut (1,567 m) in a few minutes' walk along a gently ascending forest road.
Route description alternative:
Starting at the parking lot at Baumgartnerhof, follow the signpost "ehem. Annahütte" in an easterly direction slightly downhill to the Rotschitzabach stream, cross it over a wooden bridge, briefly climb steeply uphill and then continue along the same contour line until you reach a driveway. Here the original route of the Panoramaweg Südalpen leads to the right (south) - however, we turn left here and shortly reach an asphalt road. We follow this road (also marked as "603") to the right until we reach the Martinihof inn.
Here we turn right into a forest road and hike up this road for a while, until in the second right turn a marked hiking trail leads up. Via this path we reach - finally along the Worounitzabach stream - the access road to the Berta hut, which is closed to car traffic. We follow the road (marked as "603" and Kärntner Grenzweg) uphill to the Berta hut, mostly taking marked shortcuts parallel to the road, especially in the upper part of the climb.
If we still feel unused after this short stage, we can climb the Mittagskogel from the Bertahütte via the normal path. This walking section is also the last section of the original route of the Panoramaweg Südalpen (additional time required there and back about 3 hrs. 30 min).
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In the section between the Baumgartnerhöhe and the Jepzaalm - Annahütte (dilapidated) no technical difficulties on well-marked paths and climbs. From the Annahütte on a narrow steep trail towards Mittagskogel west flank. Shortly before the west flank short secured passage that requires surefootedness and a head for heights. The climb over the western flank to the summit of the Mittagskogel is again narrow and steep and requires a good technique in walking on gravel paths. Also be careful in poor visibility due to fog! This makes orientation considerably more difficult. The descent via the normal route leads to the Berta hut on a gravelly path, partly over steep terrain.
ALL ASCENTS TO THE MITTAGSKOGEL ARE ALPINE HIKES WITH CORRESPONDING DANGERS (THUNDERSTORMS, FOG, ICING, DANGER OF FALLING, ETC.)! APPROPRIATE TOUR PLANNING IS OBLIGATORY!
As a bad weather variant, the much easier variant via Outschena and Untergreuth to the Bertahütte is also possible.
10 recommendations of the ÖAV
As a nature sport, mountain hiking offers great opportunities for health, community and experience. The following recommendations of the alpine associations serve to make mountain hikes as safe and enjoyable as possible.
1. healthy in the mountains
Mountain hiking is an endurance sport. The positive stress stimuli for heart and circulation require health and a realistic self-assessment. Avoid time pressure and choose the pace so that no one in the group gets out of breath.
2. careful planning
Hiking maps, guide books, the Internet and experts provide information on length, elevation gain, difficulty and current conditions. Always adapt tours to the group! Pay special attention to the weather forecast, as rain, wind and cold increase the risk of accidents.
3. complete equipment
Adapt your equipment to your undertaking and make sure your backpack is light. Rain, cold and sun protection always belong in your backpack, as well as a first aid kit and cell phone (Euro emergency 112). A map or GPS can help you find your way.
4. suitable footwear
Good hiking shoes protect and relieve the foot and improve the surefootedness! Make sure they fit perfectly, have a non-slip treaded sole, are waterproof and lightweight.
5. surefootedness is the key
Falls, as a result of slipping or tripping, are the most common cause of accidents! Note that too much speed or fatigue will greatly affect your surefootedness and concentration. Beware of falling rocks: by walking carefully, you avoid hitting rocks. 6.
6. stay on marked paths
In pathless terrain, the risk of disorientation, falling and falling rocks increases. Avoid shortcuts and return to the last known point once off the trail. Often underestimated and very dangerous: steep old snow fields!
7. regular breaks
Timely rests are for recreation, enjoying the scenery, and socializing. Food and drink are necessary to maintain performance and concentration. Isotonic drinks are ideal thirst quenchers. Granola bars, dried fruit, and cookies satisfy hunger along the way.
8. responsibility for children
Note that variety and playful discovery are paramount for children! In passages with a risk of falling, an adult can only supervise one child. Very exposed tours that require prolonged concentration are not suitable for children.
9 Small groups
Small groups ensure flexibility and allow for mutual help. Inform familiar people of destination, route, and return. Stay together in the group. Beware of lone hikers: even minor incidents can lead to serious emergencies.
10. respect for nature and environment
To protect mountain nature: do not leave litter, avoid noise, stay on trails, do not disturb wild and grazing animals, leave plants untouched and respect protected areas. To get there, use public transportation or carpool.
equipment
Packing list - multi-day hike
- Breathable hardshell jacket Fleece or softshell jacket
- Hiking pants, zip-off
- Hiking boots
- Backpack (approx. 35 liters)
- Functional T-shirts
- Functional underpants
- Pair of hiking socks
- Sun headgear
- Rain pants
- Thin hat and gloves
- Maps & tour description
- Water bottle or hydration bladder
- Hut sleeping bag/silk inlet
- Trekking poles
- GPS device
- LED headlamp
- Cell phone & alpine emergency number
- Sunglasses
- First aid kit
- Blister plaster
- Small pocket knife
- Sunscreen
- Toiletries
- Travel towel
- Tour provisions
maps
Compass No. 062 - Villach Faaker See (M 1:25000)
Compass No. 218 - Panorama Trail Southern Alps
See also
Unterkünfte buchen und entdecken
Wörthersee INFOMATERIAL
