Hiking (mountain trail, in places narrow and exposed)
Alpine route (equipped or very exposed section, snow field, blocks)
R21
Untere Valentinalm » Wolayersee Hütte
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3h15 |
7.8 km
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911 m
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160 m
A somewhat shorter stage awaits you, its destination being the Wolayersee Hut in the lovely setting of the Wolayersee lake. At the Valentintörl pass, the trail to the Hohe Warte, the main peak of the western Carnic Alps, standing at 2,780m already branches off. But other summits, such as the Frauenhügel, whose flanks are dotted with military posts from World War I, likewise guarantee a wonderful view over the Wolayersee lake.
From the Untere Valentinalm meadow, follow the forest road westwards. Several little tracks make it possible to shorten the road route. The last stretch then leads to a steep uphill track through the wood and close to the stream up onto the road again, from where there is another short walk to the Obere Valentinalm meadow (approx. 1h). Just before the mountain huts, the signs lead away from the road, which in any case comes to an end at the pastureland, and follows the stream to a green meadowland area below the steep walls of the Rauchkofel mountain. Here, turn to the left and climb steeply over the moraines of the eastern Valentingletscher glacier. Cross several snowfields, boulders and alpine grassland to finally reach the Valentintörl pass at 2,138m (approx. 1h 45min from the Obere Valentinalm meadow). From the Valentintörl pass, a wonderful view over the Wolayersee lake and the Seekopf peak towering above it can be enjoyed. The Rauchkofel can be climbed in approx. 1h and it offers a breathtaking view, but the climb is very steep. Climbing the Hohe Warte (2,780m) starting at the pass cannot be recommended due to high rock fall risks. From the Valentintörl pass, climb downward in steep hairpin bends over boulders and alpine grassland. Within a short while, you will come to an easy walk across the snowfields of the western Valentingletscher glacier (according to the time of year and snow conditions). Just a little later, you will reach the beautiful setting of the Wolayersee Hut. The hut is also known under its old name: "Eduard-Pichl-Hut". From the Wolayesee Hut, head first of all on a steep uphill course over boulders and alpine grassland to the Valentintörl pass. In early summer, expect to tackle several snowfields, which are part of the western Valentingletscher glacier. (Christina Schwann, OeAV)
Natural and cultural heritage
The following daily stages lead again and again to dilapidated military posts and war memorials that indicate the past of the western Carnic ridge. The borderline, naturally set by the clear ridge, was the subject of several fierce disputes, although the events of the first World War here should above all be remembered, as they are scarcely conceivable: everything began on 28.6.1914, when the Austrian heir to the throne and his wife were murdered in Sarajevo. The Austrian-Hungarian monarchy thereupon declared war on Serbia. Due to alliance obligations, this declaration of war triggered a chain reaction. Italy was actually supposed to intervene in favour of Germany, in accordance with the Triple Alliance, but its position became increasingly uncertain. The Austrian-Hungarian military commando therefore received the order on 14.8.1914 to establish a closed line of resistance for South Tyrol. The eastern dolomites and the western Carnic ridge were thus declared border section 10. Italy temporarily adopted a "well-meaning neutrality", but when Italian territorial claims were made by France and England in order to secure their position, Italy declared war on Austria-Hungary on 23.5.1915. The high mountains were the scene of long drawn-out conflict that claimed a great many lives. Just the harsh climate and the hostility of the terrain were a source of trouble for the soldiers, some of whom had little mountain experience. Trails and shelters first had to be created, and roads, mule trails and cable cars were built through strenuous labour. Ropes, corded ladders and footholds were set in place on perpendicular rock faces, in order to advance and thus gain ground, little by little. The sheer face of the towering Kellerwand was scaled in this way on 16.7.1916. On 5.8.1916, Fähnrich Enzenhofer and a team of 6 men managed to occupy the western peak of the Kellerspitze after a difficult climb, during which they also laid a telephone line. The Italians immediately reacted by occupying the eastern summit. When the reinforcement with support teams tried to climb to the summit, the little group came under Italian fire at the ledge above the Eiskar glacier. Two thirds of the men lost their lives. At the same time, the Italians also attacked the soldiers storming the summit and only succeeded in warding off the attack with targeted, single shots and stone avalanches. The issue of supplies suddenly turned into a matter of survival. As the ascent route was easily seen, it could only be undertaken at night and owing to stone avalanches and frequent infantry fire, the support teams had to reckon with 1-2 lives lost each time. On 27.9.1916, the Kellerspitze peak finally had to be surrendered in order to escape being taken prisoner by the Italians. (Christina Schwann, OeAV)
Other long-distance trails and alternative routes
South alpine long-distance trail 03, KGW Carinthian border trail. Geo-trail/geological museum and peace trail. Wolayersee nature theme trail. Wolayerweg trail/Sentiero die Cramaras v. Birnbaum - Collina. Variations: From Valentintörl pass to N Rauchkofel 2,460m, to S Hohe Warte/M.Coglians 2,780m (via ferrata via trail no. 26)/ via ferrata Sentiero Spinotti, Austria pass 2,370m (Prusiksteig track). There is often snow until early summer between the Wolayersee Hut and the Valentintörl pass!
Useful topographic maps
ÖK50 197 ~ Bundesamt für Eich- und Vermessungswesen (1:50.000)
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Julien Trieste Monaco - 2022-08-15
The most beautiful section on the Karnic High Trail so far. Impressive and awesomely beautiful limestone walls. Pretty easy going til Wolayersee (I took the dirt road to Obere Valentinalm) to avoid the usually too steep 403 trail.
Wolayersee Hütte looks brand new and very comfortable.
POPEYE GG - 2018-06-13
26 juin 2017
De Kötschach où j'ai dû me détourner, j'ai pris le Römerweg (chemin des Romains), très facile même si cela fait 1500m à grimper jusqu'à la Wolayersee Hütte.
Super emplacement au-dessus du lac.
J'y ferai la connaissance d'Egon, sympathique Autrichien qui parcourt le chemin des Alpes Carniques entre l'Italie et l'Autriche, et avec lequel je cheminerai pendant quelques jours.
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June 26, 2017 From Kötschach where I had to turn away, I took the Römerweg (path of the Romans), very easy even if it is 1500m to climb to the Wolayersee Hütte. Great location above the lake. I will meet there Egon, a friendly Austrian who travels the path of the Carnic Alps between Italy and Austria, and with whom I will walk for a few days.
Beautiful red carpet (from Wolayer see to Valentinalm). I camped at Oberer Valentinalm, the people who live there don't mind, as long as you ask.
tof - 2014-12-25
Trieste-Monaco le 14/7/14
Neige persistante avant et au col ainsi que dans la descente vers Woyalersee. Au-dessus du lac traces historiques de la seconde guerre mondiale. Belle ambiance de haute montagne au col !
J'ai choisi de dormir en Italie pour changer et boire un vrai café ! Le refuge Lemberteghi (fléché au lac) est à 5 minutes du refuge Wolayersee. Parlent anglais et italien. Chouette accueil et bon prix.
Pour les plus aguerris, une grotte permet l'abri au col (prendre la direction de la via-ferrata).
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Trieste-Monaco on persistent 07/14/14 Snow before and collar as well as in the descent to Woyalersee. Above the lake historical traces of the Second World War. Beautiful high mountain atmosphere at the pass! I chose to stay in Italy for a real change and drinking coffee! The Lemberteghi refuge (arrow Lake) is 5 minutes of Wolayersee refuge. Speak English and Italian. Nice welcome and good price. For the more experienced, a cave allows the shelter to pass (take direction via ferrata).
Marcello - 2014-11-12
Escursione iniziata da Rif. Tolazzi con Passaggio al Rif.Lambertenghi e tappa obligatoria al Vostro bellissimo Rifugio e silenzioso Lago. Stupenda posizione e molta simpatia da parte tutti voi. Ottime le torte. Colgo l'occasione per chiedervi la possibilità di poter riavere una semplice copia del Vostro timbro Rifugio .
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Tour started from Ref. Tolazzi with Transition to Mandatory Rif.Lambertenghi and stop at your beautiful and peaceful Lake Lodge. Superb location and a lot of sympathy from all of you. Great cakes. I would like to ask you a chance to get back to a simple copy of your stamp Refuge.
Elisabeth - 2012-12-09
Impossible de camper entre les refuges Lambertenghi et Wolayer mais en continuant après Wolayersee, au bas de la descente il y a un super endroit pour bivouaquer.
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Unable to camp between shelters and Lambertenghi Wolayer but continuing after Wolayersee at the bottom of the descent there is a great place to camp.
The Wolayersee Hut is partly closed in 2012 because of reconstructions. Look for the Lambertenghi Hut, 5 minutes away on the Italian side. I prefer the food in Italian huts. Half Pension with dorms and a three dish meal a la carte for 36 euros.
stein203 - 2011-06-02
Guten Tag
Ich hätte die Routen gerne als Overlay (*.ovl). Kann ich
andere Formate in Overlays umwandeln?
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Good day
I would like the routes as an overlay (. * Ovl). Can I
convert other formats in overlays?
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3h15 |
7.8 km
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911 m
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160 m
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