# Burgruine Finkenstein on the Faaker See > URL: https://apartments-faakersee.at/en/blog/burgruine-finkenstein-on-the-faaker-see > Language: en > Description: On the Alpe-Adria-Trail up to the ruins above the lake Medieval castle ruins high above the Faaker See, and on the way there Austria's largest climbing crag: the hike to the Burgr… --- ## On the Alpe-Adria-Trail up to the ruins above the lake Medieval castle ruins high above the Faaker See, and on the way there Austria’s largest climbing crag: the hike to the Burgruine Finkenstein combines history, views and exercise. From the tourist information office in Faak am See, follow the Alpe-Adria-Trail to Pogöriach and on towards Finkenstein, past the Kanzianiberg. ## Why the hike to the Burgruine Finkenstein is worth it The woodland path leads to the edge of Finkenstein and then around the Kanzianiberg, where there is also a water adventure trail to cool off. From the ruins you can see the Faaker See and the Karawanken. In summer, concerts are held here. ## What to expect - A hike along the Alpe-Adria-Trail from Faak am See - Past the Kanzianiberg, Austria’s largest climbing crag - A water adventure trail to cool off along the way - Panoramic view from the castle ruins of the Faaker See and the Karawanken - Summer concerts and events at the castle ruins ## Our insider tip When there is a concert at the castle ruins in summer, walk there instead of driving. The walk then becomes part of the evening. ## Practical information Burgruine Finkenstein Difficulty medium, woodland paths with a moderate gradient Admission free of charge, tickets required for events Distance from the apartment on the Faaker See approx. 6 km, 10 min. by car to the starting point in Faak am See Getting there Start at the tourist information office in Faak am See. More at visitvillach.at [Book apartment](https://apartments-faakersee.at/en/book) ## Frequently asked questions about the Burgruine Finkenstein The questions that come up most often before a visit. ### Contact us Would you like to know whether there is a concert during your stay? Ask us. - [+43 664 4616660](tel:+436644616660) - [faakersee@apart-of-me.at (Opens the e-mail program)](mailto:faakersee@apart-of-me.at) ### Depending on the route and your pace, about 2 to 3 hours there and back. ### The trail is of medium difficulty with a moderate gradient and manageable for walkers of average fitness. ### Yes, regular concerts and events in summer. ### Yes, the trail goes right past it, water adventure trail included. ![](https://apartments-faakersee.at/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2026/09/apartments-faaker-see-impressionen-r-04-320x180.avif?v=1790767110) ## On foot to the concert at the ruins Ten minutes by car to the starting point, and the rest is hiking with a lake view at the end. [Check availability](https://apartments-faakersee.at/en/book)