{"id":896,"date":"2026-10-29T18:33:00","date_gmt":"2026-10-29T17:33:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hotel-post.ws\/woerthersee-extrem-2027\/"},"modified":"2026-10-29T18:33:18","modified_gmt":"2026-10-29T17:33:18","slug":"woerthersee-extrem-2027","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hotel-post.ws\/en\/woerthersee-extrem-2027\/","title":{"rendered":"W\u00f6rthersee EXTREM 2027"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the night of January 9th to 10th, 2027, precisely at midnight, the starting signal will be given in the Kurpark of Velden am W\u00f6rthersee, Carinthia, for one of Austria&#8217;s toughest, yet most fascinating winter hikes: W\u00f6rthersee EXTREM.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">62 kilometers, 1,800 meters of elevation gain, four refreshment stations \u2013 and an unforgettable adventure around the wintry Lake W\u00f6rthersee.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Magical Start at the Witching Hour<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The start is in the heart of Velden, surrounded by fire bowls, lights, and hot tea. As the last New Year&#8217;s resolutions are cast into the lake, the tension rises: midnight, the witching hour \u2013 and off they go. The W\u00f6rthersee EXTREM route leads counter-clockwise along the W\u00f6rthersee circular hiking trail, through quiet forests, past snowy shores, and with views of the glittering winter scenery.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Refreshment &amp; Motivation at Four Aid Stations<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Those who persevere kilometer after kilometer will be rewarded with warmth again and again along the way:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Restaurant Karawankenblick: first rest stop after the descent from Pyramidenkogel \u2013 with hot food and drinks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Klagenfurt (Stocksportanlage): second breakfast to re-energize.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gasthaus Pisl in Krumpendorf and Thad\u00e4ushof in Sekull: additional stops to warm up, enjoy, and catch your breath.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All four stations are heated, offering warm food, drinks, and a motivating atmosphere. Anyone who has to drop out will be safely brought back from there.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Goal: Honor, Pride &amp; Pasta at Wrannissimo<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Those who reach the Kurpark in Velden again after 62 kilometers and 1,800 meters of elevation gain can officially call themselves a W\u00f6rthersee EXTREM Finisher \u2013 rewarded with a medal, certificate, souvenir photo, and a well-deserved finisher pasta at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wrannissimo.at\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Restaurant Wrannissimo<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Supporting Program at Hotel Post Velden<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hotel Post Velden is the perfect starting and finishing point for W\u00f6rthersee EXTREM \u2013 just a few steps from the Kurpark:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><ol start=\"9\"><li>January, 8:30 PM: Inspiring multi-vision lecture &#8220;Hohe Tauern&#8221; in our seminar room at Hotel Post (free for participants).<\/li><\/ol>\n<ol start=\"10\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>January, from 2:00 PM: Official wrap-up with pasta, souvenir photos, and Casino Velden lucky wheel at our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wrannissimo.at\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Restaurant Wrannissimo<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Relaxation at Hotel Post<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After 62 kilometers in cold and darkness, the well-deserved reward awaits at Hotel Post: comfortable <a href=\"https:\/\/hotel-post.ws\/uebersicht\/\">rooms and suites<\/a>, a fortifying breakfast, and the in-house wellness area with sauna and steam bath for tired legs \u2013 the perfect way to unwind after the extreme hike.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hard Facts<\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Start\/Finish:<\/strong> Kurpark Velden am W\u00f6rthersee, Carinthia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Date:<\/strong> Night of January 9th to 10th, 2027<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Distance:<\/strong> 62 km \/ 1,800 meters of elevation gain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mode:<\/strong> Non-stop, regardless of snow, storm, or cold \u2013 the march always continues!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Secure your room at Hotel Post Velden now and be right in the middle of the action as a participant or companion of W\u00f6rthersee EXTREM \u2013 with comfort, direct proximity to the start, and perfect relaxation after an unforgettable winter challenge.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions about W\u00f6rthersee EXTREM<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When does W\u00f6rthersee EXTREM 2027 take place?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the night of January 9th to 10th, 2027, starting precisely at midnight in the Kurpark Velden am W\u00f6rthersee, Carinthia.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long is the W\u00f6rthersee EXTREM route?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">62 kilometers with 1,800 meters of elevation gain around Lake W\u00f6rthersee, with four heated aid stations along the way.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where is the best place to stay during W\u00f6rthersee EXTREM?<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Hotel Post Velden \u2013 just a few steps from the Kurpark, the start and finish point of the hike.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On the night of January 9th to 10th, 2027, the toughest participants will embark on a 62 km winter hike around Lake W\u00f6rthersee. 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