Bad Kleinkirchheim in the Nockberge National Park
Holidays in the majestic mountains of the Nockberge National Park in Austria
The Nockberge Mountains in the south of Austria count among the most ancient mountain massifs in the world. The beautiful Nockberge National Park comprises the northern part of your holiday resort of Bad Kleinkirchheim. Many plants and animals make their home in the 1,843 hectare national park.
A precious natural and cultural landscape is carefully groomed and lovingly protected in the Nockberge Mountains of Carinthia. Three goals are close to the hearts of the people of Carinthia:
- The preservation of the pristine landscape.
- The protection of local plants and animals and their natural habitats.
- To ensure guests and future generations are able to enjoy this experience of nature.
The unique flora and fauna of the Nockberge National Park has many surprises to offer. Various nature paths, educational boards, museums and a wide range of guided tours provided by the management of the national park spirit you away on fascinating journeys of exploration. Discover the secrets of one of the oldest mountain regions in Austria – from the lovingly groomed mountain pastures to the romantic wilderness of the pristine mountain landscapes.
The gold of the Nockberge Mountains in Carinthia
A unique member of the valerian family grows in the Nockberge Mountains: Alpine valerian. Thousands of years ago the beauties of the orient imported the much-coveted gold of the Nockberge Mountains. Alpine valerian was one of the first cosmetic goods. The experienced national park rangers offer interesting guided tours to treasure troves of this gold of the Alps.
Find out more about the Nockberge National Park in Carinthia.
Nationalpark Nockberge
9565 Ebene Reichenau 117
Phone: +43(0)4275 665
www.nationalparknockberge.at
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