It is the imposing fortified church from the 12th century that first catches the eye of visitors when they arrive in Deutsch Griffen. The village lies above the fog line, far away from the major Carinthian centres. If you are looking for the original and authentic, you will find it here.
A relaxed hike along the Griffnerbach stream and a visit to the mills on the Mühlenwanderweg (Mill Hiking Trail) will quickly pick up the pace. If you want to hike further, follow the Hemma Pilgrimage Trail or the markings that point from Deutsch Griffen to the Eisenhut or the Wintertaler Nock. In addition to numerous mountain bike trails, bridle paths, a bowling alley and tennis courts, there is also an archery course in Deutsch Griffen, which invites you to go on an adventure with bow and arrow in the high forest.
The ski mountain of Deutsch-Griffen is the Hochrindl. Around 20 kilometres of pistes, winter hiking trails, toboggan runs, a ski school and much more make the Hochrindl a popular winter sports area for the whole family! Both amateur and professional cross-country skiers can put their sporting skills to the test on the panoramic high-altitude trail. In the village itself, the ice rink and the curling rink are popular winter meeting points.
Tip: Year after year, new, skilfully crafted nativity scenes are created in Deutsch Griffen. The members of the nativity scene association start work as early as September. Some special examples can be admired in the local history museum.
The village's cultural monuments, including a medieval charnel house and a fortified church with valuable Gothic frescoes, large grain mills and a 200-year-old stable barn, characterise the rural landscape. During a visit to the local museum of local history, you can learn about the historical context and see authentic exhibits that illustrate rural life before and after industrialisation. For a glimpse into the present, a visit to one of the inns in Deutsch Griffen is a must. They are not only places for socialising, but also places of regional enjoyment.
Deutsch-Griffen in Carinthia, not to be confused with (Windisch) Griffen in the district of Völkermarkt, lies in the Nockberge mountains 847 metres above sea level. Thanks to its location on the south side of the Alps, the municipality of Deutsch Griffen spoils its visitors with many hours of sunshine. If you want to take a look at the current weather in Deutsch Griffen, you can do so conveniently via the webcam.
