The rocky Karawanken range, with numerous separate peaks, continues the line of the Carnic Alps eastward, and since 1919 has formed the frontier between Austria and Yugoslavia. This long ridge extending between the valleys of the Drau (Drava) and Save lacks the rugged conformation of the Carnic Alps, but consists of a series of finely shaped
mountains falling steeply away on the northern side. Most of the principal peaks are relatively easy to climb and command magnificent views of the Carinthian lake basin; and there are a number of ridge walks which enable several peaks to be climbed without losing too much height. The highest point in the Karawanken is the Hochstuhl (2,238m/7,343ft), and there are several important routes through the Alps.