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Griffen Castle Ruins

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Griffen Castle Ruins

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Location: Griffen, Bezirk Völkermarkt, Carinthia, Austria

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Spauker

July 30, 2019

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The castle was built between 1124 and 1146 by the Bamberg prince-bishops. A hiking trail now leads the Schlossberg up to the castle ruins Griffen. Inside the 130 m high castle hill is the Griffener stalactite cave.

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Wandermax 🚶‍♂️

January 30, 2022

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Inside the 130 m high Schlossberg is the Griffen stalactite cave. The mountain consists of yellowish limestone.

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Andrea

May 7, 2023

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At the entrance to the stalactite cave you will find a sign describing all three ascent options to Griffen Castle

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Griffen Castle Ruins – Castle Ruins loop from Griffen

2.28km

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70m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Castle Ruins – Griffen Castle Ruins loop from Griffen

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Castle Ruins – Griffen Castle Ruins loop from Griffen

3.85km

01:06

90m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 660 m

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Friday 8 May

23°C

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70 %

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Max wind speed: 12.0 km/h

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Location: Griffen, Bezirk Völkermarkt, Carinthia, Austria

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Griffen Castle Ruins

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Griffen Castle Ruins – Castle Ruins loop from Griffen

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Castle Ruins – Griffen Castle Ruins loop from Griffen

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