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Austria
Carinthia
Bezirk Spittal an der Drau
Mörtschach

Wangenitztal to the Wangenitzseehütte and on to the Petzeck

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Hiking trails & Routes
Austria
Carinthia
Bezirk Spittal an der Drau
Mörtschach

Wangenitztal to the Wangenitzseehütte and on to the Petzeck

Hard

4.7

(11)

66

hikers

Wangenitztal to the Wangenitzseehütte and on to the Petzeck

11:52

23.3km

1,950m

Hiking

This challenging mountain hike takes you from the Wangenitz Valley to the Petzeck, the highest point in the Schober Group. You'll have quite a few meters of elevation gain ahead of you – but you'll be rewarded with stunning views and can look forward to a stop at the Wangenitzsee…

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Last updated: June 16, 2025

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 8.73 km for 5.91 km

Waypoints

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3.99 km

Rest Area with Wooden Lounger by the Stream

Highlight • Rest Area

A beautiful spot in the middle of the forest. It invites you to relax and enjoy.

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2

6.69 km

Smaragdsee

Highlight • Lake

If you're lucky, you might see marmots scurrying around here. Be sure to listen for their whistling, and you can be sure they're watching you.

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8.22 km

At Lake Wangenitz

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Lake Wangenitz is the largest mountain lake in the Austrian province of Carinthia. Beautifully situated in the Schober Group, it's a wonderful place for a break during your hike.

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8.39 km

Wangenitzsee Hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Idyllically located on the Wangenitzsee, the mountain hut offers 63 hikers and mountaineers an overnight stay.

You can find more information at alpenverein.at/lienz/huetten/wangenitzseehuette.php.

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11.4 km

Petzeck

Highlight • Summit

Mountain tour (high tour) from Seichenbrunn over the Untere Seescharte to the Wangenitzseehütte and onto the Petzeck

To the Wangenitzseehütte (896 m in altitude/5.2 km; 2.5-3 hours): From the car …

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23.3 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.8 km

8.53 km

3.10 km

915 m

Surfaces

13.9 km

9.44 km

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Sunday 31 May

17°C

8°C

85 %

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May 31, 2025

This challenging mountain hike takes you from the Wangenitz Valley to the Petzeck, the highest point in the Schober Group. You'll have quite a few meters of elevation gain ahead of you – but you'll be rewarded with stunning views and can look forward to a stop at the Wangenitzsee Hut.



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