Peaks & hikes in Bad Kleinkirchheim
Nockberge Wandern – experiences and tastes
Wandern Bad Kleinkirchheim.
Trails & Wonders.
Hiking in Bad Kleinkirchheim is much more than just a walk. A special balance of nature, culture and hot thermal water will define your time along the routes of the Nockberge Wandern. As Goethe said: "You have only really been where you have walked." Here, the Wandern Nockberge experience is matched with the world of wellness, water sports, cycling, golf, culture and relaxation. A hike on the peaks of the Nockberge followed by relaxation in the warm thermal water – and all this is made complete with countless extra services. This is how Bad Kleinkirchheim becomes a true first-class destination.
Hiking Nockberge - smart, inspiring, well looked after.
Nock / art & Services.
Nock / art is the further development of hiking: a combination of sport, art, cultural sights and bathing culture – created in and for Bad Kleinkirchheim.
The Birkenhof is one of the „mountain lovers“: 15 hotels in a prime location, organized around hiking, regional cuisine and the passion for the Nockberge mountains. We offer information, our own programs and guided tours. For our guests we provide hiking folders, maps, trekking routes free of charge – so that your Hiking Bad Kleinkirchheim is a perfect success.
Our highlights around Bad Kleinkirchheim:
Top 5 hiking trails – recommended excursions
- Kaiserburg panorama – a classic, spectacular boulevard with a panorama of the village, thermal baths and mountain peaks.
- Falkertsee – Falkertspitze – a moderately difficult hike with breathtaking views.
- Brunnach High Altitude Trail (Biosphere Park) – an enjoyable high-altitude hike with a wide view.
- Wöllaner Nock – a family-friendly hike with an easily accessible peak and a 360° panorama.
- Thermal and cultural trail – an easy walk through nature, through the village to the baths of Römerbad and St. Kathrein.
Well prepared on the go – your safety is our top priority.
Safety & responsibility.
The success and enjoyment of Nockberge Wandern requires preparation. Always make sure that you have enough fluids and keep the following rules in mind:
- Fitness & experience: a steady step and dizziness-free physical conditon is required for mountain hikes.
- Planning: use tour descriptions, maps, ask for advice from locals or the Alpine Association.
- Equipment & clothing: sturdy, high-top hiking boots with good grip; protection against rain, sun and cold.
- Information: share your route, destination and estimated time of return before departure.
- Pace: adjust to the slowest level, go slowly at first.
- Signs: always follow the marked paths. Caution on steep fields and snow patches.
- Rock slide: cross dangerous sections one by one and quickly.
- Turning back: in case of unfavorable circumstances, turning back is always the safest decision.
- Accident: stay calm, ask for help by phone, make good use of light or hand signals.
- Environment: don't leave garbage, take everything back to the valley.
Animals on alpine pastures: don’t irritate animals, keep dogs on a leash. If you are attacked, let go of the leash – your safety comes first.
IImportant phone numbers to always have at hand.
Help & Contact
- Alpine emergency number: 140
- International emergency number: 112
Whether you're looking for an easy walk or a real summit hike, the Bad Kleinkirchheim wandern in the heart of the Nockberge offers a special experience. And we at Hotel OTP Birkenhof have the knowledge, service and heart to make Nockberge Wandern safe, enjoyable and unforgettable at the same time.
