Nature Reserve Guide
Wildruhezone Duisitzkar is a nature reserve situated within the Schladminger Tauern mountain range in Austria. This area is characterized by its alpine landscape, featuring the Duisitzkarsee lake nestled at 1,665 meters above sea level, surrounded by pine forests, clear streams, and alpine meadows. The terrain includes both accessible paths and more demanding mountain environments, making Wildruhezone Duisitzkar suitable for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, mountaineering, and more.
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8.36km
03:10
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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22.2km
01:30
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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11.1km
06:11
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900m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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10.9km
04:09
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Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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8.26km
00:58
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.32km
00:56
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Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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26.6km
03:07
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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11.3km
01:12
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Wildruhezone Duisitzkar is a nature reserve located in the Schladminger Tauern mountain range in Austria. It features an alpine landscape centered around the Duisitzkarsee lake, surrounded by pine forests, clear streams, and alpine meadows.
The reserve offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Mountaineering, and Jogging. There are more than 50 routes available for exploration.
Popular hiking trails include the 'View of Untertal Valley – Riesachsee loop' (3.6 miles [5.8 km]) and the 'Eschachalm Waterfall – Duisitzkarsee Hut loop' (4.1 miles [6.6 km]). Further options can be found in the Hiking in Wildruhezone Duisitzkar guide.
Yes, mountain biking routes are available, such as the 'Giglachsee loop | 302' and the 'Oberhütte by the Lake – Oberhüttensee loop.' These routes vary in difficulty, with many rated as moderate. Explore more trails in the MTB Trails in Wildruhezone Duisitzkar guide.
Touring cyclists can explore routes like the 'Dachstein Mountains – Waldhäuslalm loop' (13.8 miles [22.2 km]) or the 'Longa at Lahntörl – Grangler Hut loop' (5.1 miles [8.2 km]). Additional routes are detailed in the Cycling in Wildruhezone Duisitzkar guide.
Yes, the reserve offers easy and family-friendly walks, particularly around the Duisitzkarsee lake. These paths often wind through forests and past waterfalls. For more options, consult the Easy hikes in Wildruhezone Duisitzkar guide.
The primary natural attraction is the Duisitzkarsee lake, located at 5,463 feet [1,665 meters] above sea level. Other highlights include the waterfall of Seebach creek and surrounding summits like Samspitze and Sandspitze. Alpine huts such as Duisitzkarseehütte and Fahrlechhütte also serve as popular points of interest.
Routes in Wildruhezone Duisitzkar have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from more than 2,000 users who have completed routes in the area.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for the region, including Hiking in Wildruhezone Duisitzkar, Waterfall hikes, and Mountain Hikes. Guides for mountain biking, touring cycling, and jogging are also available.
The official website for the Duisitzkarseehütte, a central point of interest, is www.duisitzkar.at. For inquiries about overnight stays and bookings at the Duisitzkarseehütte, the phone number is +43 664 9733 684. The Schladming-Dachstein Tourist Office can be reached at +43 3687 23310.
Mountaineering routes in Wildruhezone Duisitzkar, such as the 'Giglachsee Hut – Ursprungalm loop' (6.9 miles [11.2 km]), are generally rated as difficult. These routes require good fitness, sure-footedness, and alpine experience. More details are in the Mountain Hikes in Wildruhezone Duisitzkar guide.

