From Sirnitz to the ruins of Albeck – hiking on historical traces

The route begins at the municipal office in Sirnitz, from there it passes by the Raiffeisenbank and the playground until the bridge over the Sirnitzbach. After crossing the bridge, keep left to the water trough, then take the path on the right side and walk to the junction near Albeck Castle. The route continues to the right. At first still over a street, then straight on the forest path to the ruins of Albeck. Upon arrival at the ruins of Albeck, there is a rest area to take a break. Afterwards, continue straight on the right path uphill for about one kilometer. A sign marks the path junction on the right side in the forest, where the hiking route continues and the descent begins. After this junction, the route continues for about 2 km to the end of the path at a junction, where it again turns right and leads back to the starting point at the bridge over the Sirnitzbach.

Comfortable, well-broken-in footwear, sun and rain protection, provisions, durable clothing,

Important prerequisites for the success of a mountain hike, besides careful study of guides and maps, are optimal equipment.

The basic equipment includes:

Stick to the prescribed hiking route.

Proper behavior in the mountains

Here are the most important emergency numbers in case of an accident in Austria: 

Feldkirchen i. K. - Sirnitz

Ebene Reichenau - Hochrindl - Sirnitz

Althofen - Straßburg - Gurk - Weitensfeld - Sirnitz

By bus 5208 from the bus station in Feldkirchen to the center of Sirnitz

Parking lot at the municipal office

More information about the hiking area of the region is available at:

Region Millstätter See - Bad Kleinkirchheim - Nockberge

+43 (0) 4246-37444

info@mbn-tourismus.at

www.seeundberg.at/wandern

The UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Nockberge

Imposing, mighty, and unique – the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Carinthian Nockberge is an alpine gem with unique natural treasures, a diverse cultural landscape, and rare animal and plant species. People have lived here in harmony with nature for centuries. Gently hilly with peaks over 2400 meters and picturesque alpine meadows – the Biosphere Reserve Carinthian Nockberge is a rare natural idyll in the midst of the Austrian Alps and covers an area of about 500 square kilometers.

In 2012, it was designated as a biosphere reserve by UNESCO. The park is based on the three pillars of sustainability: ecological balance, economic security, and social justice. Life here is in harmony with nature, with respectful appreciation and protection of the rare animal and plant world.

Regional products processed according to old traditions testify to careful work following inherited recipes. Trained biosphere park rangers promise unforgettable tours for families, and several educational programs pass this knowledge on to students. Whatever the season, a visit to the biosphere park always offers a treasure trove of experiences.

For more information about the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Carinthian Nockberge visit: www.biosphärenparknockberge.at

A visit to Albeck Castle is a must.