Experience nature by train - station hikes
Arrive by train. Start hiking right away.
In the Hohe Tauern National Park region in Carinthia, the “Bahnhofswandern” project combines a relaxing journey with breathtaking moments in nature. In the Upper Drau Valley, various hiking trails begin right at the train stations—ideal for anyone who wants to arrive by train and dive straight into the hiking experience.
Hiking begins on the platform
No stress about parking, no traffic jams—instead: buy a train ticket, arrive, and set off. In the Upper Drau Valley, the “Station Hiking” project was first launched in 2025. The idea: hiking routes that start and end directly at train stations like Oberdrauburg, Dellach, or Greifenburg—perfect for day trips or weekend adventures. Whether along the Drau Cycle Path, up scenic high-altitude trails, or leisurely through the valley: the region offers tours for both leisure seekers and active travelers alike.
Take the train to the starting point
With “train-station hiking,” the tour begins right at the train station. The selected hiking trails in the Upper Drau Valley are accessible by train and start and end at a train station. This makes it easy to plan a day of hiking without a car: just get off the train, shoulder your backpack, and start hiking.
Tour variety for every fitness level
Hiking from train stations in the Hohe Tauern National Park region in Carinthia offers a variety of ways to explore the area on foot without a car. From short, leisurely hikes to more challenging summit and alpine pasture hikes, there’s a tour to suit every level of ability and fitness.
Short hikes are ideal for leisurely walkers, families, and anyone who wants to take it easy. The hikes last about one to two hours and lead along rivers, through riparian forests, or along themed trails such as the “Path of the Senses” in Dellach.
Day tours offer a little more exercise, but are usually on well-maintained paths with a moderate elevation profile. Ideal for anyone who wants to spend a whole day in nature without having to cover too many meters in altitude. Tours along the Drau hiking trail or through the idyllic river landscape around Greifenburg are particularly popular.
Summit and alpine hikes appeal to ambitious hikers who are not afraid of altitude. From train stations such as Oberdrauburg, more challenging routes lead to alpine pastures and panoramic heights such as the Jaukenhöhe - with impressive panoramic views of the Drau Valley and the surrounding mountains.
