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Carinthian Mountain Trail

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Hribovc8811. 09. 2011 20:18:37
Here, just two hours ago I rolled homevelik nasmeh, today I stamped Sleme and Smrekovec, mostly I miss stamps of Dravski Kozjak (Bricnik, Kapunar, Sršenov vrh, Rdeči Breg.... Otherwise I'm slowly approaching halfmežikanje

I agree with the previous one, this transversal is really beautiful, especially this Dravski part gives charm when the path runs all along the border with our beautiful neighbor Austria, really beautifulnasmehmežikanje

I went exactly on 27.08. along Košenjak ridge, from home on Košenjak, over Sv. Urban all the way to Spodnja Mutamežikanje
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Hribovc8828. 09. 2011 21:07:18
Yesterday, on 27.09.2011, a nice autumn day lured me into nature, actually I've been planning this trip for a while, recently I got the guidebook for the Carinthian Hiking Trail. I already have quite a few stamps from the Carinthian Hiking Trail points, just a few missing, especially those in the hills above the Drava river valley. Yesterday I visited the first and second control point of the Carinthian Hiking Trail; Šteharski vrh (1018 m), which rises above Ravne na Koroškem, and Sv. Križ pri Dravogradu (526 m).
The Carinthian Hiking Trail starts at the bus station in Ravne na Koroškem. Along the main road Prevalje-Dravograd we go to the turnoff for Zelenbreg, at the agricultural cooperative we turn left and a bit further to the railway viaduct, where the markings direct us sharply right. After ascending stairs, not many of them, and a few bold steps we're already at farmer Žmolak. Behind the farm building we continue across the road into the forest on a nice, mostly forest path. Still past farms Vegel, Ivad, Šteharska bajta and Šteharnik and we're at Šteharski vrh. Then we continue the trail towards Dravograd or Sv. Križ pri Dravogradu (detailed description in the Carinthian Hiking Trail guidebook).

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https://picasaweb.google.com/110923433743609005746/KoroskaPlaninskaPotSteharskiVrhSvKrizPriDravogradu27September2011#
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Janezs30. 04. 2013 23:55:27

Today Romana and I walked part of the Carinthian Hiking Trail. We started at 3:50 am in Ožbolt and walked on asphalt for a while, at the direction signs turned towards Sršenov vrh, at the first farm we stored the headlamps. We also looked into Kapla, then continued towards Remšnik. Up to here the trail is commendably well maintained-marked. Towards Kapunar maybe the letter K could be added. Also Kapunar Žoher, could be clearer how and what. Down into the ravine and across Graben?. In 2004 I think there was a little bridge over the stream. Later around the hunting lodge something could be added and also on the road. Hats off to PD Muta. You can walk fast and without anger on their trails. To Knez and higher no problems, towards the top of Košenjak there is still some snow in places. To Dravograd we chose the path over Goriški vrh. The watch measured 64 km and 3421 m of elevation gain for us; the trail took us 16 h 30''. Regards.
Start in the early morning1
Here the ascent along the stream begins2
From here on we no longer need lanterns, the first dog also greets us3
Past the chapel4
Well marked path5
Near Sršenov vrh.6
Antenna on the summit.7
The chapel.8
From the chapel.9
Kašman farm.10
Below Kašman farm.11
Pot potrebna (Frizerja).12
Up on the other side of the stream.13
New direction signs.14
At Remšnik.15
Remšnik.16
Those two didn't (oblajali) us.17
Temu was bored.18
Morning run.19
From Remšnik to Glavarja the new direction signs are still in the warehouse.20
Sv. Urban 15' snack.21
Towards Kapunar.22
The marks could be added the letter K-(Koroška).23
Former guardhouse (I was also a border guard).24
Also riders spiced up their day.25
Žohar26
Obstacles begin27
How across?, the women and children wonder28
Too wide for a jump29
On the other side steeply upwards30
Around the hunting hut, searching31
Here we go left on the road and miss the signs for Koroška32
Timidly marked path to the top, Bricnik33
From here on the continuation is carefree, the markings offer themselves34
It must be admitted that it is also steep35
Summit logbook36
Descent from the summit37
Descent to the stream38
Well marked and cleared path39
Heritage from JLA as are some parts of the path40
Linden tree worth admiring41
Sv. Jernej42
Descent into Bistriški jarek43
Water does not lack in this steepness44
In Bistriški jarek45
Former short home of my colleague Milan46
One has to toil hard for the elevations47
A little break48
St. Simon49
At Knez50
Towards Kozji vrh51
Along the ridge by the border52
St. Urban53
Towards Košenjak the snow begins54
At the rocks55
More and more snow56
Košenjak57
Over Goriški vrh to Dravograd58
Darkness will fall again59
It ends in front of the kindergarten60
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Janezs9. 05. 2013 18:42:58

Today on the Carinthian Hiking Trail, Mežica, Pikovo, štinge. From home on Pikovo we also stepped to Pikov vrh and to the converter on Veliki vrh (Šumahov vrh). We returned by the same path. It was interesting to walk on paths that I walked on more than 40 years ago, as an elementary school kid, and there were also many afternoon wanderings. Regards.
Through the shrubbery1
Cart track towards upper Brego2
Here we continue along the ridge3
Some flatter path sections4
Gathering strength for the steep part5
At the saddle6
Here we choose the direction of Pikovo7
Also here there are paths for nice walks8
Crossroads9
Past the cross10
From Pikov travnik, view of Peca11
St. Helena12
Stamp at Pikova vrh13
Tower on Veliki vrh (for 50 years I thought it was Šumahov vrh)14
Ridge path15
Again at Pikov travnik - now we go to see Štenge too16
Here we leave the path or road - depending on the direction of travel17
Return to Gmajna18
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Misantrof10. 05. 2013 07:13:37
Šumahov and Veliki vrh are not exactly the same nasmeh.
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Janezs10. 05. 2013 08:39:32

Thanks, until now I thought the tower was on Šumahov vrh.
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Misantrof10. 05. 2013 10:45:31
On Šumahov vrh there is only a wooden cross, from the top we have an excellent view of Žerjav and Death Valley and of course plenty of nearby and distant peaks. nasmeh. Best regards.
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Janezs15. 05. 2013 22:20:09

KPP From Ožbalt to Slovenj Gradec.
Today Romana and I rang at Ožbalt Power Plant at 5 am, the sliding gate moved and allowed us access to the reservoir. We did the same on the other side and rushed uphill, which didn't last long. We continue on the forest road, then on a steep logging trail that brings us to Glančnik. Here we continue on the road for a while. Low in the valley we still go on a somewhat steep and poor logging trail that brings us to the asphalt road. On asphalt we walk quite a few km. Then also on gravel road and we are in Ribnica. By the ski slope we continue and reach Pesnik hut. From here another push to Ribniška koča. Here it's already classic. Črni vrh. Pungart, Partizanski dom, at Kaštivsko sedlo we turn behind Planinc hut, from here towards Kremžerjev vrh, at the hut we eat something and our trail ends at Gradiški križ in the valley. The trail was nicely walked in beautiful sunny weather. Best regards.
At the power plant1
First direction sign2
Above the railway, new and old marking3
After this, some time along the road4
Here into the steep gully5
Here we come out of the forest and see Pohorje6
On Glančnik7
We continue along the road8
Nice road9
Again we are on asphalt10
Animals are not lacking either11
New municipality12
Here we leave the main road13
Here left14
Across the stream and road the ascent begins15
Past some farms16
And we are in Ribnica17
Still a view back18
Next to the ski slope a nicely arranged path19
Path to Pesnik20
No refreshments available21
We continue towards Ribniška22
At Ribniška a drink and onwards23
At Črni vrh24
Near Pungart25
Here a new curious one26
They were ready to play27
Below Velika Kopa28
A little shelter from the wind29
Ridge path30
Partizanski dom31
At the saddle we choose the Planinc direction32
The saddle is my favourite spot on this path.33
Descent towards Planinec.34
Short break here for a snack.35
We head towards Kremžarev vrh.36
Here a somewhat steep path section.37
A place very familiar to us.38
Presence confirmed.39
Romana chooses food from the menu.40
Today's hike is finished.41
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Janezs18. 05. 2013 19:30:50

KPP Today I tackled the trail from Mežica to Šteharski vrh. Already on the way I was wrestling with the thought whether to stop by a former colleague, when I overcame the steep from Mežica I decided to visit him. We had a coffee and recalled some "shift" days from 30 years ago. My continuation was now easier, the trail descended to Leše (unfortunately poorly marked). Quickly the trail started ascending, steepest to Obretanovo, even there, walking in bad weather, I would hardly notice the faint markings. Towards Ledine it was a bit better. From Ledine I chose the path to Godca, first part great then problems around Godca. Next time I'll choose another path (simpler). To Prežihovina I know the path. From Tod onwards to Šance (but this path probably has no marker). Later to Šteharski vrh, probably thanks to Milan very well marked. I descended part of the way towards Dobrava and returned by road to Šteknijo. Best regards.
Morning view of Peca1
Here I turn into the forest2
Path in the forest3
Possible water supply4
Direction of the path5
New life6
now downhill7
Here I leave the road8
here past9
The stamp is now here10
Through Leše11
Leše12
Here we leave the asphalt13
I choose straight ahead (correct)14
Also at this junction guessing15
Also through the courtyard is questionable16
Horses on pasture17
Now along the ditch to the road18
Part of the bad path19
Fortunately it doesn't last long20
Along the road it's better21
Past the climbing area22
under Obretan I noticed markers, they are barely noticeable23
Leaving Obretanovo Soon under the ramp of Dvom - via upper or lower path24
Here a bit more uphill25
Here I reach the road26
Here it's already familiar to me27
In the hut there will be a snack28
here still easy29
Little path meditation30
Here the difficulties begin31
The markers also run out32
For a while I went my own way, now descending to the road33
Here I am already (home)34
Šteharski vrh and behind Košenjak35
Kremžerca and Partizanka, where KPP runs36
šrotnek37
Prežihovina38
Uršlja39
Above Prežihovina40
Western part of Šanc41
Narrow street -Ravne42
Grad Javornik43
Here the path to Šteharski vrh starts44
Proceed at your own risk45
Lots of markers46
Path well trodden and marked47
That's how it looks at the top48
Path on the north side - Dravograd49
I descend to that farm50
View of Dravograd51
Now also a race with the grandchildren, then pick up the car in Mežica52
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Janezs16. 06. 2013 16:32:28
I WALKED THE CARINTHIAN HIKING TRAIL IN ONE GO. ROMANA AND ALEŠ HELPED ME WITH THIS


On 12.6 I started walking the Carinthian trail at 4 am. I chose the direction of the clock hand. On Uršlja the sun overtook me by a few minutes. After drinking tea I went towards Križan, Andrejev dom then to Smrekovec, here I eat stew. Then across Smrekovsko pogorje to Loka. Here I immediately continue to Raduha, from the top I return to Durce and descend on the new path to Grohat. Here at the hut I eat whatever is quickest to prepare. Over the lower-upper pass I head to Olševa. Also here I return part way and via Mrzli dol go to Kum. Here Aleš waits for me as agreed. I equip for night trip on Peč. We agree on meeting at Karavla. Here he waits again. Then I past šting, Pikovo to the hut. Then I return part way and descend to Mežica. I cross Meža and collect elevation again. To the saddle I head to Leše past Pristava on meadow road I step into Leše, behind me first 24 hours walked. Then again collect elevation all to Naravske ledine. Here I order coffee, coke from backpack I eat rolada. This takes me 20 minutes. Now I return part way then through forest, when I reach the house straight along the stream to the bridge. Now I walk mostly on road. I visit Prežih then to Šance through forest. Along the way I go to Aleš. Here I shower, rent and my path continues to Šteharski vrh. At the top I choose direction to Dravograd. I cross Meža second time, then Drava. I drink Coke. For Košenjak I choose path over Goriški vrh. Then descent to Bistriški jarek. All the height I wasted now I have to gain back. At Jernej I stop. Already cross new stream then again uphill. From farm to Bricnikov vrh runs "peaceful" path. On mobile I agree with Romana to meet at Glavar and we will walk my second night together. In two it's easier but inappropriate path under hunting house to Žohor spoiled the mood. To Kapunar we went by road. Mostly the trail leads on road, all to Sršenov vrh. Now we have day for some time (daylight). While walking to Ožbalt, we forge plan for breakfast and further path.
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Janezs16. 06. 2013 17:06:24

Since I was afraid it would delete what I wrote, I just published. In Ožbalt we eat, then over the dam of the power plant we go to Rdeči breg past the hunting lodge to Glančnik. While descending we call (Šerpo). He waits for us at Orešje. We resupply then on foot on the trail, past Ribnica, Pisnik to Ribniška koča, here we eat, then on home terrain towards Kopa. We go also to Planinc, then Kremžerjev vrh. Stop at the hut. Descent to SG through old town, to Klanec, from there on muddy path. Now I'm already walking the third night. From Saluna (INN) we go along the road to Poštarski dom.
My walk lasted 67 h
I walked 220km.
14,000 elevation meters
I didn't stop once for rest to sit and relax
Of course you wonder about sleep, there was none for three nights

Romana walked with me 90 km
Active walking 22 h 28'
Walking (supply) nutrition 25 h 13'
She gained 3964 vm.
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Janezs17. 11. 2013 21:35:36
https://plus.google.com/115716222052982162515/posts/H3Xf48sBBsH

Posting photos late of the entire KPP hiked in one go. Some photos are bad, but still they are "evidence material for those who might doubt the hiked trail", Canon slipped from my hands at night, when I caught it in the air, I accidentally pressed something wrong that I couldn't fix. I plan to repeat the trail next year, this time maybe via shortcuts. Best regards.nasmehnasmeh
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Spelcarocket11. 09. 2020 08:46:45
Hello
Planning to hike (at least one part) of this interesting KPP. Wondering approximately how much time it would take from St. Ožbalt to Smrekovec or then from Smrekovec back to the valley. I have a guide for the trail with approximate times but we all know times are relative and interested in how it was for someone who hiked this part. I'll drive from Vrhnika which takes almost three hours and plan to overnight. Not sure yet if two or three days hiking. Thanks for all info
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Janezs12. 09. 2020 22:55:06

Hi, first day overnight at the hut below Kremžerjev vrh. Second day finish Smrekovec and overnight at Loki, next day to the valley. Best regards.
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Spelcarocket17. 09. 2020 15:32:50
wonderful three days of hiking behind me. Start was at Ožbalt at Drava (p.s. stamp is at the shop in the village now not at he anymore). Started around 9.30 and finished around 17h at Ribniški where I slept. Next day through Kope and Slovenj Gradec to Uršlje where I rested overnight and morning continued past Sleme to Smrekovec all the way to Črna where bus took me to original starting point. Viewranger counted round 90km and around 5700m ascent. Total hiking around 23h. Beautiful landscape and friendly people so can't wait to return and continue nasmeh
Mighty Drava and the sun's morning greeting1
The only church on our soil dedicated to St. Ignatius Loyola2
At the Ribniška hut3
Morning encouragement4
Kope5
A little before Kremžarjev vrh6
At Kremžarca. View on Slovenj Gradec below and Uršlja above7
After night rest on Uršlja beautiful path to Smrekovec8
End of hiking. In the back Peca which still awaits me9
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zokipoki17. 09. 2020 18:30:28
Bravo Špelca! Very nice! The chapel on Kremžarjev vrh is really special.
I wish you many more such adventures.nasmeh
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Janezs17. 09. 2020 19:20:41

Congratulations. The distance in km doesn't matter, but that each individual invests time and effort to reach their goal. Enjoy the continuation. Best regards, J
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Hribo Vanja11. 12. 2024 06:47:50
I also started the Carinthian hiking trail. I don't know when I'll complete it and in how many parts. I feel it's beautiful and that by hiking it you embrace the whole Carinthia.
This time I went with company from Dravograd over Vrh Košenjaka to Knez na Pernicah, descent to Gortina, we walked 7h 20min: https://hribovanja.blogspot.com/2024/12/dravograd-vrh-kosenjaka-1522-m-pri.html?m=1
Best regardsnasmeh
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Hribo Vanja22. 01. 2025 10:04:53
On a sunny Saturday I hiked a mini mini 3-hour part from Ravne na Koroškem to Šteharski vrh and Sv. Križ near Dravograd. Higher up a bit of snow, slippery here and there. The trail goes through forest, road, slope. Very steep only from Šteharski vrh towards Sv. Križ, but just one part.
https://hribovanja.blogspot.com/2025/01/ravne-na-koroskem-steharski-vrh-1018-m.html?m=1
Best regardsnasmeh
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yovo6. 02. 2025 21:00:30
Bravo Hribo Vanja, keep going like that. Stage by stage. True, KPP is wonderful!
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