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Alpe-Adria-Trail Carinthia

Long distance pleasure hike from the majestic Großglockner through Carinthia and Friaul-Julisch Venetia to the azure blue sea of Slovenia.

Architectural Highlights Carinthia

No Austrian province has more water than Carinthia. So it comes as no surprise that any architectural tour of the region invariably leads to the pictureque shores of a lake.

01.08.2013 - 18.08.2013 - Seeboden

Medieval Tournaments at Sommeregg Castle

Enjoy a close-up experience of the Middle Ages at Sommeregg Castle, with tournaments, performances and even a Medieval Market to entertain visitors of all ages.

Breadmaking in the Lesachtal Valley

Home-made bread is an expression of wealth and the joy of living in the Lesachtal valley in Carinthia.

Ferlach's Master Gunsmiths

They are as beautiful as museum pieces when they leave the workshop, but destined for practical use. Renowned for their precision, weapons made in Ferlach make the heart of every collector beat faster and are coveted by hunters all over the world.

Bleiberg's Mining Culture

„Glück auf!“ is the greeting of miners to wish each other a productive day at the face and a safe journey back to daylight. Despite closure of the mine in 1993, this traditional miners’ greeting is still on everyone’s lips in Bad Bleiberg near Villach in Carinthia.

Ski Course with Guaranteed Success

The ski resort of Simonhöhe in St. Urban makes a special promise to kids learning to ski or snowboard: Should they not feel confident on the slopes after a week, then they can repeat the course free of charge!

Experiment on the Slopes

Just bring a good mood and the love of snow - fitness levels and experience can stay at home when you head to the "NTC Blue Day" Fun Park in Carinthia's Nassfeld.

Night Skiing Carinthia

From Nassfeld to Turracher Höhe, see which slopes offer nighttime skiing sessions in Carinthia.

Night Skiing Austria

What an amazing feeling to carve down the slopes on a floodlit ski run, and what a choice you have in Austria!

Snowboarding by Floodlight

Not only skiers can have all the fun after dark. Here is a selection of floodlit parks for snowboarders.

Toboggan Ride in Snow Shoes

Join the evening hike to the floodlit toboggan run on Carinthia's Katschberg, or enjoy a nighttime sleigh ride.

29.08.2013 - 01.09.2013 - Lake Wörthersee

Pink Lake Festival

Not the usual big-city backdrop, no parades for the titillation of curious onlookers, but rather an international get-together for gays, lesbians and everyone in between, including friends of the community, in a beautiful town amidst magical countryside at Lake Wörthersee.

28.07.2013 - 04.08.2013 - Villach

Villacher Kirchtag

Austria’s largest traditional folk festival is a melting pot of traditions and ancient customs. During the one-week celebrations you can also enjoy the fun park and watch presentations and shows on several stages all over the centre of Villach.

Klagenfurt Airport

Klagenfurt Airport is Carinthia's international airport, located 2.8 kilometres north of the city centre of Klagenfurt. The airport is accessible by shuttle bus or city bus from Klagenfurt central station.

Bio-Hotel Retreat

The 'Bio-Hotel' label guarantees guests environmentally-friendly holidays. The hotels try to minimise the consumption of energy, electricity, water, materials and waste, and the restaurants serve organic food.

Castles and Palaces

Austria is filled with magnificent castles and palaces, grandiose witnesses of a bygone era. Follow the footsteps of emperors and knights and let history come alive.

Body and Soul

Thermal waters that massage the skin, relaxation and rejuvenation for the body, and clear alpine air at the door. Did you know physical well-being could be this agreeable?

Family Trips

A family holiday is a holiday with the kids, not all about the kids, and those who think children are obliged to go on countless hikes in Austria are a little behind the times.

Weddings in Carinthia

Carinthia is also known as Austria's Riviera. It is blissfully warm in summer, with plenty of beautiful lakes and resorts that cater for romantic waterside weddings. Or try something a bit more adventurous and make a true entrance at your ceremony by paraglider!

Easter Markets in Carinthia

Artistically designed decorations and traditional crafts at Carinthia's wonderful Easter markets, alongside delicious local food and colouful Easter gifts for the whole family.

Reindling Easter Cake

Reindling originated as an Easter treat in Carinthia, but today there's no need to wait for a celebration to enjoy it.

Cycling & Mountain Bike Holidays

"On your bike! Ready, steady, go!" Travel through outstanding landscapes in pure mountain air with a well-signposted network of cycle paths. Choose Austria for its unrivalled cycling and mountain bike routes, plus accommodation which offers the full service – from repairs to cycle sheds and delicious meals – a cyclist must experience Austria!

30.06.2013 - Klagenfurt

Ironman Austria

Europe's largest triathlon, the Ironman, will take place in Austria on 30th June 2013. Once again the beautiful region of Carinthia will provide the backdrop for this ultimate sporting challenge.

Weddings in Austria

Ever since Will and Kate decided to tie the knot we have all succumb to the Royal Wedding craze. But have you ever thought about celebrating your own big day in Austria? From luxury spa pamper weekends for brides-to-be, to being swept up the mountain to the chapel in a wedding gondola, find royal inspiration here.

Carinthian Summer

A highly attractive combination of culture and nature is offered by the Carintian Summer music festival in the area surrounding Carinthia's Lake Ossiach each year.

29.07.2013 - 04.08.2013 - Klagenfurt

Beach Volleyball Grand Slam

Klagenfurt hosts the Beach Volleyball Grand Slam, one of the premium beach volleyball events in Europe. Renowned for its friendly party atmosphere, the event attracts thousands of fans every year to the Strandbad beside the stunning Wörthersee lake.

Design Hotels in Carinthia

Carinthia is the ideal place to combine Austrian tradtition with upbeat modern lifestyle.

Golf in Carinthia

Carinthia's geographical location guarantees a long golf season. With a dense network of courses and good traffic infrastructure, golfers can enjoy great holidays in Carinthia.

Austria's Most Popular Markets

Farmers’ market, flea market or potters’ market: Markets are a feast for all senses and a celebration of colours, scents and voices.

Bathing Lakes in Carinthia

Carinthia is not known as Austria's Riviera without reason. This South Eastern corner of Austria is blissfully warm in summer, providing excellent swimming and tanning oppurtunties at its many beautiful lakes.

Klagenfurt

For summer holidaymakers, Klagenfurt is ideally located by sunny Lake Wörthersee. The city is, however, enjoyable throughout the year.