Vacations at the intersection of three cultures

Welcome to the Villach - Faaker See - Ossiacher See vacation region

Our vacation region is worth a visit at any time of year. Discover the region all year round with our free Adventure CARD on numerous guided tours and experiences. Winter also entices with variety, whether skiing on the Gerlitzen Alpe , but also off-piste with winter hiking and co. or relaxing in the KärntenTherme spa. Vacation enjoyment at the crossroads of three cultures, in the south of Austria, right on the border with Italy and Slovenia.

Discover the magic of winter

When the slopes of the Gerlitzen Alpe glisten in the sunlight, the winter magic begins in our region. Days on the slopes with panoramic views, contemplative walks in the Dobratsch Nature Park and soothing warmth in the KärntenTherme thermal spa - this is where active winter enjoyment meets quiet moments.

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Top 7 off-piste opportunities

Whether you are feeling sporty or a little less active - in the region “Villach – Lake Faaker - Lake Ossiacher” you will find guaranteed winter fun! Delightfully prepared slopes, snowy hills and romantic winter landscapes - everyone gets their money's worth in our winter sports paradise. Discover the wide range of opportunities.

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Ski area Drei.Länder.Eck

At the Dreiländereck where Austria, Italy and Slovenia meet, 15 kilometres of varied pistes, a 3-seater chairlift and 6 T-bar and platter lifts await guests – including a boundless panorama. For beginners and children, there is a practice lift in the valley area as well as the "Happy Ski School".

Ski centre Gerlitzen Alpe

Powder and piste fun are back in season. A glance up reveals: Mother Hulda is doing her job really well, having cloaked the whole mountain massif in a wintery new snowy dress. Gerlitzen Alpe is considered THE top family ski resort in Carinthia and is the only certified ski centre for families with children, as well as beginners.

Ski centre Gerlitzen Alpe

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NEW! HYPERSHELL Rental and Test Centre

From January 2026, visitors to the Dreiländereck ski resort will be able to hire and test the innovative HYPERSHELL exoskeleton technology with no obligation . Hire and instruction are provided by the HAPPY Skischule 3Ländereck ski school, located directly at the mountain railways in Seltschach. In addition, the Erlebnis CARD entitles you to take part in guided tours free of charge :

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Hypershell - guided test hike

Schmöe Jörg

Next Appointment:
Saturday, March 7, 2026

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Erlebnis CARD Programme

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Free entry - The Citrus garden

Zitrusgarten

Next Appointment:
Saturday, March 7, 2026

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A climber is hanging on a bouldering wall and working on overcoming a route. The wall is colorfully designed and has different holds in various colors.

Free entry - Volume Bouldern

Volume Bouldern

Next Appointment:
Saturday, March 7, 2026

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An elegant indoor pool with a clear water surface and impressive wall painting. The architecture features a bright wooden ceiling and modern lighting.

Thermal spring pool & tepidarium

Thermalquelle

Next Appointment:
Saturday, March 7, 2026

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Free entry - FUN at the KärntenTherme

KärntenThermeWarmbad

Next Appointment:
Saturday, March 7, 2026

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All about cycling

Do you love the feeling of the wind whizzing past your cheeks, the moment when happiness flows through your body, the view when the horizon keeps getting a little bit further away? Experience enjoyable cycling in all its diversity in the Villach - Faaker See - Ossiacher See region.