Description
Book SynopsisA guidebook to trekking the Karnischer Höhenweg, or Carnic Peace Trail. The 170km hut-to-hut trail follows the World War I front line through the Carnic Alps, along the border of Austria and Italy, and is rich in historical, geological and cultural interest. It can be hiked in 1–2 weeks and is suitable for walkers with a reasonable level of fitness, a sense of adventure and a head for heights.
The guidebook covers both the Austrian variant, which is presented in 8 day stages, and the Italian variant, presented over 10 days, with stages ranging from 6 to 28km. Also included are optional detours to climb neighbouring peaks, such as Monte Coglians.
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1:50,000 mapping and elevation profile provided for each stage
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GPX files available to download
- Handy route summary tables help you plan your itinerary
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Accommodation listings included
- Advice on planning and preparation
Table of ContentsMap key Area map Route overview map Route summary tables Introduction The Peace Trail The route World War I earthworks and remains The landscape and views Geology Plants and wildlife How hard is the walk? Selecting an itinerary Getting to and from the route When to go Accommodation and food Budget What to take Routefinding Safety and emergencies Using this guide The route Stage 1 Arnbach to Obstanserseehütte Stage 2 Obstanserseehütte to Porzehütte Stage 3 Porzehütte to Hochweißsteinhaus Stage 4 Austrian route: Hochweißsteinhaus to Gasthof Valentinalm Stage 4A Italian route: Hochweißsteinhaus to Rifugio Marinelli Stage 5 Austrian route: Gasthof Valentinalm to Zollnerseehütte Stage 5A Italian route: Rifugio Marinelli to Plöckenpass Stage 5B Italian route: Plöckenpass to Casera Pramosio Stage 5C Italian route: Casera Pramosio to Zollnerseehütte Stage 6 Zollnerseehütte to Nassfeld Stage 7 Nassfeld to Gasthaus Starhand Stage 8 Gasthaus Starhand to Arnoldstein Appendix A Route breakdown Appendix B Accommodation Appendix C Useful contacts
