Cross-country skiing in Carinthia – trails in Bad Kleinkirchheim & Nockberge

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Cross-country skiing in Carinthia Cross-country trails between lake and mountain

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Cross-country skiing on the most beautiful trails in the Nockberge Mountains

in Bad Kleinkirchheim, on the Turracher Höhe, at Falkert, Hochrindl and around Lake Millstatt

Gliding becomes the rhythm of your own TIME: 1-2-3, 1-2-3 – through snow-covered forests and wide open spaces. In the clear winter air of Carinthia, movement combines with tranquillity, strength with lightness. Between Lake Millstätter See and the Nockberge Mountains, cross-country skiing shows itself at its best – as does winter hiking or snowshoeing away from the trails.

Cross-country trails in Bad Kleinkirchheim
Cross-country skiing tips Nockberge
Learn cross-country skiing/guided tours
FAQ Cross-country skiing in the Nock Mountains
Map/Trail report – Lake Millstatt – Bad Kleinkirchheim – Nockberge Mountains

Langlaufen Hochrindl© Christoph Rossmann_MBN Tourismus

Cross-country skiing in the Nockberge mountains

Over 60 kilometres of trails – classic & skating. Ideal for beginners and athletes. Cross-country skiing in the Nockberge Mountains means variety at every altitude. Along Lake Millstatt at around 600 metres or on the high-altitude trails above 1,800 metres, for example at Schwarzsee or in Weitental, athletes and connoisseurs glide through Carinthia's winter landscape in the UNESCO Biosphere Park. From Bad Kleinkirchheim to Turracher Höhe, there is a suitable trail for every pace.

Cross-country skiing trails in Bad Kleinkirchheim

Langlaufloipen Bad Kleinkirchheim © Mathias Prägant_MBN Tourismus

Römerloipe Bad Kleinkirchheim:

Length: 8 km

Altitude: between 1,068 and 1,076 metres

Difficulty: moderately difficult, varied trail

Elevation profile & map

Perfectly groomed trails – for beginners to advanced skiers. This full-body workout can be ideally combined with a visit to the thermal baths in Bad Kleinkirchheim.

Langlaufen auf der Turracher Höhe© Peter Maier_Turracher Hoehe

Sportloipe Bad Kleinkirchheim:

Length: 2.5 km

Altitude: between 1,068 and 1,147 metres

Difficulty: difficult

A challenging high-altitude trail that runs through wooded sections and is connected to the Römerloipe trail. It is covered with artificial snow and, like the Römerloipe trail, is freshly groomed every day.

Children up to the age of 15.99 can use the cross-country trails free of charge. From the age of 16, use of the cross-country trails* in Bad Kleinkirchheim costs €10.00 per person per day. Tickets can be purchased from ticket machines (coins or EC cards only – no notes!). Ticket machines are located at the Römerbad car park and the Sportarena car park.

Weekly ticket per person €45.00 | Tickets are available from the Bad Kleinkirchheim Tourist Office and from the Krainer-Wulschnig Ski & Sports School and Intersport Rent sales outlets at the Kaiserburgbahn valley station
Season tickets per person €110.00 | Tickets are available from the Bad Kleinkirchheim Tourist Office
Discounts: With the Bad Kleinkirchheim Sonnenschein Card, you receive a €3 discount on the daily rate (only at the Ski & Sport School Krainer-Wulschnig & Intersport Rent sales points at the Kaiserburgbahn valley station).

Tickets will be checked! A penalty fee of 20 euros will be charged for any violation of the rules.

*The cross-country skiing ticket is valid for the Römerloipe and Sportloipe trails.

The cross-country trails in Bad Kleinkirchheim have been awarded the Carinthia Cross-Country Trail Seal of Quality. This guarantees snow reliability, an appealing trail length and, of course, a perfectly groomed track!

© MBN - Millstätter See / Bad Kleinkirchheim / Nockberge

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Panoramic and high-altitude cross-country trails in the Nockberge Mountains

© Mathias Prägant_MBN Tourismus
Weitental-Loipe Turracher Höhe:
- Length: 7.2 km
- Altitude: between 1,763 and 1,884 metres
- Difficulty: moderate
- Elevation profile & map
The Weitental trail runs into the Weitental valley and across the romantic high moor. If you like, you can add the high moor trail to your cross-country skiing circuit. **
© Mathias Prägant_MBN Tourismus
Hochmoor-Loipe:
- Length: approx. 3.7 km
- Altitude: between 1,840 and 1,876 metres
- Difficulty: easy
The track leads through moorland with very clear mountain air and expansive views. It can be ideally combined with the Weitental trail to extend the route. **
© Franz Gerdl_BPN_MBN Tourismus
Sonnen-Loipe:
- Length: approx. 5.5 km
- Altitude: between 1,765 and 1,798 m
- Difficulty: easy
- Elevation profile & map
Relaxed movement in winter light. Ideal for beginners or as a gentle technique session, with a mild elevation profile.
© Peter Maier_Turracher Hoehe
Turracher See-Loipe:
- Length: approx. 1.8 km
- Altitude: 1,763 metres
- Difficulty: easy
- Elevation profile & map
Ideal as an introduction or short circuit on the frozen Turracher See lake – an atmospheric gliding experience in the freshly groomed tracks.
© Christoph Rossmann_MBN Tourismus
Panorama-Höhenloipen Hochrindl:
- Length: 11 km
- Altitude: between 1,550 and 1,750 metres
- Difficulty: moderate, with some short sections that are more difficult
The panoramic trail takes you 11 kilometres through the winter landscape in classic style.
© Christoph Rossmann_MBN Tourismus
Höhenloipe Falkert Heidi Alm Bergresort
- Length: 6.5 km
- Altitude: between 1,776 and 1,894 m
- Difficulty: medium
Guests will find the start and end points of the 6 km high-altitude cross-country ski trail at the ski lifts directly above the Schneekönig family hotel.
© Mathias Prägant_MBN Tourismus
Loipe Ebene Reichenau - Gnesau
- Length: 32 km
- Altitude: between 1,000 and 1,100 metres
- Difficulty: medium
When there is sufficient snow, the Römerloipe trail runs from Patergassen to Gnesau. The entry points are located below the Gnesau cultural hall and above the Wunder inn.

Cross-country skiing tickets & information – Turracher Höhe, Hochrindl, Falkert

Day ticket €5 per person for the entire network of cross-country trails (approx. 15 km) on the Turracher Höhe. Sales outlets: Ticket offices at the Kornockbahn, Wildkopfbahn, Übungswiesenlift and Panoramabahn.

The Hochmoorloipe and Weitentalloipe trails are most conveniently accessible via the Wildkopfbahn cable car. The return journey to the valley is via the ski trail past s'Hüttenplatzerl; for safety reasons, it is not permitted to take the cable car down to the valley.

Children up to the age of 14 can use the trails free of charge! From the age of 15, use of the trails on the Hochrindl costs €6.00 per person per day (season ticket per person €60.00).

Day tickets can be purchased from the ticket machine (coins only). Season tickets are available at the lift ticket office, the ski school and the Il Gusto Chalet restaurant.

Heidi's snow pass card entitles you to use the cross-country trails (as well as ski touring descents/ski touring trails and winter hiking trails) on the Falkert.

Day ticket per person €6.00

Langlaufen in der Region Bad Kleinkirchheim © Mathias Prägant_MBN Tourismus

Learn cross-country skiing

There are countless videos online on the various techniques. For the first steps on cross-country skis and to take your own technique to the next level, it is advisable to take a few lessons. In addition to taster lessons, ski and sports schools also offer group courses, private lessons and special training sessions.

Regelmäßig werden Langlaufkurse angeboten © Mathias Prägant_MBN Tourismus

Cross-country skiing schools & guides

Bad Kleinkirchheim: Ski- & Sportschule Krainer-Wulschnig, Qualitätsskischule Brunner (more information about trial lessons for beginners)
Falkert: Ski- und Sportschule Falkert (Cross-country skiing lesson for beginners every Tuesday at 2 p.m.)
Hochrindl: Skischule Hochrindl
Turracher Höhe: Skischule Pertl, Skischule Turrach Pro Outdoor

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Langlaufurlaub in der Region Bad Kleinkirchheim © Mathias Prägant_MBN Tourismus

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The appropriate equipment for cross-country skiing is available at ski hire shops in the region. Those who have booked a course often receive a discount on equipment here.

FAQ: Useful information about cross-country skiing between lake and mountain.

Cross-country skiing conditions usually exist from December to March. An early start and long season are possible on high-altitude trails above ~1,600 m (e.g. Turracher Höhe). Trails along the lakes (~600 m) are suitable during cold spells and when there is fresh snow. In Bad Kleinkirchheim (~1,100 m), the high altitude and snowmaking extend the period of use.

In Bad Kleinkirchheim, the Römerloipe and Sportloipe trails are machine-groomed and prepared daily (classic & skating). The high-altitude trails in the Nockberge Mountains are extremely snow-sure due to the weather conditions.

Yes. Ski and sports schools in Bad Kleinkirchheim (taster course at the Krainer sports school), on the Turracher Höhe, at Falkert and on the Hochrindl offer taster lessons, private courses and technique training (classic and skating). Rental outlets are located near the entrances.

Use the track (classic) or respect the skating corridor.
Overtaking: wait for the acoustic signal, then move to the right.
Navigate intersections/crossings with visual contact and reduced speed.
Dogs are not permitted on cross-country trails; use winter hiking trails.
Observe ticket requirements depending on the area.

There are specially marked winter hiking trails for winter hikes and snowshoe tours.

Functional layer system (breathable), gloves, headband/hat, sunglasses or snow goggles. In cold weather, use a rich face cream/scarf. For longer trips: hot drink, small snack, mobile phone. Rental equipment (skis, boots, poles) is available in sports shops – often with a course discount.

Depending on snow conditions, cross-country trails are groomed free of charge in Seeboden, Spittal an der Drau, Gnesau and Ebene Reichenau, among other places. Availability varies depending on weather conditions.

Cross-country skiing is considered a full-body endurance workout (arms, torso, legs) and strengthens the cardiovascular system. Moderate to brisk intensity at your personal comfort pulse rate is recommended, with intervals and breaks depending on your performance level. Energy consumption: approx. 500–700 kcal per hour, depending on style, speed and profile.

Cross-country skiing in Carinthia Cross-country trails between lake and mountain

Cross-country skiing in the Nockberge mountains

Cross-country skiing trails in Bad Kleinkirchheim

Römerloipe Bad Kleinkirchheim:

Sportloipe Bad Kleinkirchheim:

Panoramic and high-altitude cross-country trails in the Nockberge Mountains

Weitental-Loipe Turracher Höhe:

Hochmoor-Loipe:

Sonnen-Loipe:

Turracher See-Loipe:

Panorama-Höhenloipen Hochrindl:

Höhenloipe Falkert Heidi Alm Bergresort

Loipe Ebene Reichenau - Gnesau

Cross-country skiing tickets & information – Turracher Höhe, Hochrindl, Falkert

Learn cross-country skiing

Cross-country skiing schools & guides

Top equipped!

FAQ: Useful information about cross-country skiing between lake and mountain.

All cross-country trails in the Millstätter See - Bad Kleinkirchheim - Nockberge region