Raudenspitze, Mountain summit in Carnic Alps, Austria and Italy
Raudenspitze is a mountain summit in the Carnic Alps reaching 2,507 meters, forming a border between Carinthia and Friuli Venezia Giulia. The slope alternates between rocky sections and grassy terrain along the ridge.
Austro-Hungarian forces established military positions on the mountain during World War I and constructed mule paths that remain in use for hiking today. These historical routes represent part of the alpine military heritage in the region.
The mountain region demonstrates the intersection of Austrian and Italian influences through local traditions, architecture, and mountain-climbing practices of surrounding communities.
Marked trails begin near the marble quarry at Rio Fleons, with clear route markings along the hiking path. The Stretta di Fleons gorge at approximately 1,360 meters elevation is encountered on the main approach routes.
A mineral water spring called Goccia di Carnia originates on the mountain and was developed following the 1966 flood by entrepreneur Franco Tettamanti from Como. This source gave the peak commercial importance beyond its role as a hiking destination.
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