SW_N1 Lamprechtbauer

Starting from the center of the mountaineering village Mauthen, the ascent begins via the narrower path – with somewhat steeper switchbacks – which runs along a section of the Marian pilgrimage route.

After about 15 minutes you reach the Maria Snow Church. Here, depending on the season and height of the shrubs, you can enjoy a beautiful view of Kötschach-Mauthen.

The path continues – on the left side of the church – along an initially slightly ascending but soon flattening forest road up to the Plöckenpass road (B110).

After crossing the pass road, a signpost marks the continued ascent via a narrower, steeper path – which after about 20 minutes leads to an asphalted farm driveway opening onto a clearing.

The final section of the ascent leads across open areas to the Lamprechtbauer at 1,011 m – with its extensive valley views.

The indicated time refers "only" to the ascent, not to the descent (the descent follows the same route as the ascent).

Care for nature – landowners – your health... and safety in the mountains have the highest priority for your route and the related route planning!

Therefore, before every snowshoe hike, inform yourself about the rules of conduct - Mountain safety, as well as the current snow and avalanche report Carinthian Avalanche Warning Service and the weather situation.

Waste disposal:

Waste is not always avoidable – but it has no place in nature and must be properly disposed of (preferably in the valley or at home).

Emergency numbers:

European emergency number: 112 (access to every available network)

Austrian alpine emergency number: 140

Travel by car:

From Hermagor via the B111 (Gailtal road) or from Oberdrauburg via the B110 (Plöckenpass road) to Kötschach-Mauthen.

The most sustainable travel option is by train to Oberdrauburg (coming from Lienz or Villach) or to Hermagor (coming from Villach).

From Oberdrauburg or Hermagor, you can then reach the town of Kötschach-Mauthen by bus.

Details at - Mobility information Nassfeld as well as Kärntner Linien route planner

Free parking is available in Mauthen at the natural swimming pool as well as at the bus station in the immediate vicinity of the center of the mountaineering village Mauthen (opposite the church) - directly next to the B110 Plöckenpass road.

You can find this and many more infos at - Route tips and provider info

In Kötschach-Mauthen, there are numerous year-round open dining options - details at Service A-Z