Discover and experience the region

Activities in the region

Take special paths: on the Gerlitzen Alpe, the Nature Park Dobratsch, the Dreiländereck as well as the Mittagskogel, the Nockberge and the Verditz. With endless far-reaching views and tangible impressions of nature. For fans of fantastic panoramas, refreshing mountain air and the Carinthian joie de vivre.

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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.

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Water sports in the Villach region

Here, in the sun-drenched south of Austria, water sports are at home: discover the Villach - Faaker See - Ossiacher See vacation region in an attractive and active way on the water. On one of the beautiful lakes and on the powerful Drau. On a paddleboard, in a sailing boat or on water skis.

Paragliding

The Gerlitzen Alpe with the Kanzelbahn cable car, open all year round, is a perfect mountain for more than hiking and culinary enjoyment. If you would like to take off into the air, this is a perfect spot for paragliding whether as a beginner, more experienced or a complete novice. Having enjoyed the spectacular views over Region Villach – Faaker See – Ossiacher See you can glide back down into the valley.

Climbing around Villach

The vacation region Villach - Faaker See - Ossiacher See offers a variety of climbing opportunities that will introduce you to the south of Carinthia from a completely new perspective. Whether you are a bouldering beginner or an experienced sport climber - an unforgettable experience is guaranteed in the climbing hall or the climbing gardens on the Kanzianiberg, the Peterlewand, in Arnoldstein and in Villach. The region also has numerous exciting routes for via ferrata enthusiasts.

Golfing

Discover the golf courses and top hotel offers throughout Carinthia.

Tennis

Discover attractive offers at specialised tennis hotels throughout Carinthia.

Erlebnis CARD

With the Erlebnis CARD you can enjoy a variety of unforgettable holiday moments in the heart of Carinthia almost all year round. And completely free of charge! In a unique mountain and lake setting in the south of Austria, numerous experiences for young and old, extraordinary moments of pleasure and many other activities await you.

Excursion destinations

A climber in a red climbing harness is climbing up a rock face. In the background, mountains and a clear blue sky are visible.

Alpinschule high life

climbing wall/fixed rope route

climbing/sport climbing/rock climbing

mountaineering/climbing

Finkenstein

(0043) 463 595189

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A serene lake with clear blue water and gentle hills in the background. At the shore, there are trees and a small bathing area.

Strandbad Sattendorf

adventure pool

boating

lido

Sattendorf

+434248 2805

Open until 07:00 PM

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Three children are sitting on a wooden pier by the shore of a lake. In the foreground, there are mountain bikes, and in the background, mountains are visible.

E-Bike Verleih Papin Bodensdorf

bicycle rental

bicycle riding

bicycling

Bodensdorf

+43 4243 476

Closed, opens tomorrow at 09:00 AM

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A green meadow by the water with lounge chairs and boats. Surrounded by buildings and trees, the place offers a relaxed atmosphere.

Strandbad Steindorf

banana rides

bathing lake/quarry pond

boating

Steindorf am Ossiacher See

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A beautiful church in neo-Gothic style with a tall tower. The sky is clear and the surroundings are green and inviting.

Evangelische Kirche im Stadtpark

buildings

churches/monasteries/convents

excursion

Villach Stadt

+43 0699 18877249

Open until 06:00 PM

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Events in the region

A relaxing holiday combined with great experiences - that's what you'll find in the Carinthia holiday region! Every year, the Villach - Faaker See - Ossiacher See region hosts numerous events and top events that attract numerous visitors.

Culture

Carinthia is part of the Alpe-Adria region, which is characterized by a unique blend of rich history, diverse cultures and breathtaking landscapes. The area has no fixed borders, but is defined by its geographical features, which extend across parts of Austria, Italy, Slovenia and Croatia. The Villach - Faaker See - Ossiacher See region lies at the gateway to Italy and Slovenia and allows you to experience the historically evolved interplay of Germanic, Romanesque and Slavic cultures in a unique way.

Holidays without a car

Leave your car at home: the infrastructure in the Villach - Faaker See - Ossiacher See holiday region is perfect for this. Find out how you can explore the picturesque region comfortably with public transport and shuttle services - all year round. With us, you switch into holiday mode as soon as you arrive: Here you will find helpful tips for your journey and an unforgettable time on site with the S-Bahn, buses and shuttle services ...