Nordic Walking Active Arena
The unique Active Arena in the idyllic climatic health resort Dellach im Drautal offers several delightful running- and Nordic walking trails for an active way to explore our picturesque nature while inhaling our healthy air.
A convenient overview map at the start, right next to the Drau bridge, gives you the choice of 4 different, but equally idyllic trails.
Camping Circuit:
Difficulty: easy; Length: 2.15 km; Elevation: 35 metres
The Camping Circuit is perfectly suited as a morning wake-up run, a quick training session, or an excellent beginners' circuit. The running trail leads runners and walkers on a circuit around the Dellach swimming pool and the camp site Am Waldbad. The trail starts evenly, then gently leads up & down the forest trail, and finally back to the starting point on an asphalted path.
Knotenblick Circuit:
Difficulty: medium; Length: 4.55 km; Elevation: 160 metres
Short & challenging trail perfectly suitable for all runners and walkers who enjoy being active out in the great outdoors. The Knotenblick circuit starts with a steep asphalt path all the way up to the ski lifts, leads past the crucifix, descends on a natural trail via Glatschach and Nörenach, then continues downhill on a gravel track, and finally a section of asphalt back to the starting point.
Reisskofelblick Circuit:
Difficulty: medium, Length: 5.10 km, Elevation (total): 115 metres
The red, diverse Reisskofelblick circuit leads through the Drau valley's idyllic, tranquil natural setting. The predominantly solid-ground trail, starts with an uphill climb towards Grientschnig and Frallach, then rewards all runners and walkers with magnificent views of the majestic Gailtal Alps. The trail continues back downhill a trail for 2.5 km, then continues on an asphalted path. Pass the "Marterl", a traditional Christian shrine, and welcome back to your starting point.
Stein Castle Circuit:
Difficulty: hard; Length: 11.9 km; Elevation (total): 195 metres
The Stein castle circuit is perfectly suited for a longer run or walk and leads through our pristine nature – ideal to clear your mind while training on your endurance. The circuit starts evenly, on a natural trail heading towards the Drau river bridge, ascends on a challenging, steep uphill through the forest towards the Stein castle. The stunning medieval castle perched on the side of the mountain is well-worth the climb! The circuit continues back downhill along lush alpine pastures, with one more up- and downhill to conquer at Raßnig. The circuit merges with the Camping circuit taking runners and walkers back to their starting point. A section of the trail suited for high-intensity or interval training is available between 1.0 km and 2.0 km of this circuit.
