Discover culture and nature in Bodensdorf on Lake Ossiach

Vacation in Bodensdorf

The picturesque vacation resort of Bodensdorf is located on Carinthia's third largest lake, Lake Ossiacher See - a hotspot for active people and culture enthusiasts.

Bodensdorf is the ideal starting point for hiking and cycling tours as well as winter sports on the Gerlitzen. The lake offers numerous opportunities for wind and water sports such as sailing, surfing and SUP. Access to the Bodensdorf lido is free of charge.

There are real cultural treasures in the immediate vicinity of Bodensdorf, such as Ossiach Abbey, the Domenig Steinhaus in Steindorf and the fortified church in Triffen.

Do not miss

  • Gerlitzen panoramic road: Enjoy breathtaking views on the 13-kilometre-long mountain road, which takes you directly from Bodensdorf up to 1750 meters above sea level.
  • Visit to the Seepark: This public green space offers a playground, a lakeside café and an impressive view of Lake Ossiacher See and the historic Ossiach Abbey.
  • Going on deck: One of the eight boat stops on Lake Ossiacher See is in Bodensdorf. From the boat, you can experience the emerald-green gem from a unique perspective.

Accommodation nearby

A picturesque landscape with a sunrise over the mountains. Gentle hills and fog cover the valley.
5/5

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Bodensdorf/Gerlitzen Alpe

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A charming two-story house with a red roof and large windows. The garden is green and inviting, surrounded by trees.

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Bodensdorf

A snow-covered landscape with cozy huts. Below, a blanket of fog stretches between the mountains.
4.9/5

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Bodensdorf

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A modern building in a snowy landscape. Snow-covered mountains can be seen in the background.

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Bodensdorf

A snowy landscape with a calm body of water and a modern building in the background. The image also features a snowboarder going down a slope.

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Bodensdorf

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Discover nearby

Two children are happily swimming in the water and splashing around. In the background, a picturesque landscape with a church tower can be seen.
Seebad Bodensdorf

E-Bike Ladestation

lido

Bodensdorf

A beautiful church with a festive altar and wooden benches. Gentle colors and light stream through the windows.
Evangelische Kirche Tschöran

Baroque

churches/monasteries/convents

excursion tips

+3

Bodensdorf

Open 24 hours
A tennis racket lies on a red clay court next to a tennis ball. In the background, a player can be seen playing tennis.
Tenniszentrum SCO Bodensdorf

tennis

tennis court

Bodensdorf

A water skier glides over a calm lake. In the background, gentle hills and a tall church tower can be seen.
Sportschule Blasge

boating

canoeing/kayaking

parasailing

+11

Bodensdorf

A large platter dish with grilled seafood, vegetables, and bread. There are also two bowls with dips and additional seafood.
Trattoria - Pizzeria Casa Mira - Familie Pagitz

café-restaurant

home-style atmosphere

Italian cuisine

+3

Bodensdorf

Closed, opens tomorrow at 11:30 AM o'clock

Tours in the vicinity

Bodensdorf Ost Runde - Bewegungsarena Ossiacher See

Easy

Peterlewand Rope Bridge

Medium

Peterlewand climbing garden

Fixed rope route

310,67 m

00:15 h

118 m

633 m

515 m

Hiking on the Sassler circular route

Medium

Sassler circular route

Nature adventure path

10,98 km

04:00 h

660 m

1009 m

514 m

Ossiacher See Radweg - R2 und R2A

Medium

Lake Ossiach cycle path - R2 and R2A

Cycling

28,27 km

01:45 h

61 m

538 m

503 m

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Gerlitzen Alpe and Lake Ossiacher See

The Gerlitzen Alpe and the lake Ossiacher See combined nature, sport and culture like no other adventure region in Carinthia. The nearness to the Drau town of Villach, the cultural highlights around the lake Ossiacher See and the Gerlitzen Alpe - a mountain for everyone- guarantee a fantastic and eventful holiday in this region.