The Keutschacher Moor is located in the center of the Keutschacher Seental, south of Lake Wörthersee, and covers an area of about 50 hectares. It is one of the most important wetlands in Carinthia and offers visitors the opportunity to discover an impressive landscape with a diverse flora and fauna. The 7-kilometer circular route leads through extensive fens, reed beds and wet meadows and provides exciting insights into the history of the moor and the local nature conservation work.
The Flatly through the Keutschacher Moor leads through a picturesque and varied landscape. On the well-maintained paths you can fen, alder swamp forests and wet grassland The extensive wetlands, which were previously cultivated, have been gradually overgrown since the 1960s and are in danger of becoming forested. This endangers the diversity of flora and fauna, as many orchid species such as the marsh marigold and the sundew as well as animal species such as amphibians, dragonflies and butterflies increasingly disappear. You can find out more details about this beautiful circular route in our blog post!
To Keutschacher Moor In order to preserve the natural environment, nature conservation measures are regularly carried out. In cooperation with local farmers, overgrown meadows and pastures are cleared by clearing and flailing. These maintenance measures serve to protect the endangered plant and animal species and to secure their habitat in the long term.
Currently, large areas of the moor are being cleared of trees in order to plant communities to preserve and promote biodiversity. The circular trail not only offers the opportunity to experience nature up close, but also provides information about the ongoing nature conservation projects and the formation of the moor.
The Keutschacher Moor is particularly rich in rare plant species, including various orchid species and the sundew, a carnivorous plant. Numerous animal species such as amphibians, beetle and butterflies find a habitat here. The circular trail offers many opportunities to observe this unique flora and fauna.
Whether you want to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the moor or learn more about the local conservation work – the circular trail through the Keutschacher Moor is an ideal destination for nature lovers and offers a fascinating mix of relaxation and education.