Cultural highlights and family experiences on Lake Ossiacher See

Vacation in Ossiach

Picturesque Ossiach on the southern shore of the emerald green lake is a popular vacation destination at any time of year. Here you can enjoy a wide range of leisure activities in the midst of impressive nature - be it on the water, hiking or cycling.

The gentle wind from the nearby Gerlitzen Alpe provides ideal conditions for sailing and SUP adventures. A special highlight for families is the Ossiach adventure pool with a 93-metre-long water slide.

Ossiach Abbey offers cultural highlights with the "Carinthian Summer" and the "Carinthian Music Academy" (CMA). A boat trip on the lake gives you a special view of the historic building.

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Hiking highlights: Two stages of the Alpe-Adria-Trail (No. 19 and No. 20) run through Ossiach. Also recommended: the romantic gorge trail.
Trailcenter Ossiacher See: MTB fans will find a variety of routes between the Gerlitzen Alpe and the Ossiacher Tauern.
Family & climbing forest: The leisure park delights visitors with its treetop trail, forest playground, fly-line and numerous other attractions.

Accommodation nearby

A picturesque landscape with meadows and a calm lake in the foreground. In the background, there are small houses and gentle hills.

Ferienhaus Ingeborg

holiday apartment

Ossiach

from €60.00

per Unit

No Meals

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A cozy wellness area with a whirlpool and modern loungers. Large windows let in plenty of daylight and create a relaxed atmosphere.

4.7/5

Landhaus Parth

hotel

holiday apartment

Ossiach am See

Best Price

from €125.00

per Unit

No Meals

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A peaceful lake surrounded by trees and a green meadow. In the background, gentle hills and houses can be seen.

Ossiacher Hof

holiday apartment

Ossiach

from €147.00

per Unit

No Meals

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A beautiful campsite by the water with a pier. Surrounded by trees and lush greenery.

4.2/5

Seecamping Kölbl

campsite

motorhome area

mobile home

Ossiach

from €9.80

per Person

No Meals

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A wooden frame stands in a meadow overlooking a valley and a lake. In the background, hills and a small town are visible.

4/5

Strandhotel Prinz

hotel

Ossiach

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A modern building with the inscription "Inn to the Post". It offers hotel rooms, a restaurant, and apartments.

Gasthof zur Post

Austrian cuisine

children's menu

drive-in/take-away

+13

Ossiach

(0043) 4243 2004

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An illustrated map of the Family Forest showcases various attractions such as playgrounds, climbing paths, and animal experiences. The map is colorful and inviting for families.

Familywald Ossiacher See

adventure park

adventure sports

place of excursions for families/children

Ossiach

+43 664/56 32 120

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A modern building with large windows and surrounding landscaping. In the foreground, a parking lot is visible.

Tourist Information Ossiach

tourist information/office

Ossiach

(0043) 4243 / 497

Closed, opens at 08:00 AM

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An artistic dish with crispy balls, creamy spread, and fresh herbs. The presentation is elegant and appealing.

CMA - Kulinarik.Campus Ossiach

restaurant

Ossiach

+43 4243 45 594 412

Closed, opens on Saturday 11:30 AM

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Café Candis

Ossiach

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Ossiacher See boat trip

Board the MS Ossiach and the MS Gerlitze and experience Lake Ossiach from a special perspective. Enjoy a round trip of a special kind.

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Family & climbing forest Ossiacher See

Yes, you read correctly. You can expect action, adrenalin and unlimited fun for all the family in the Familywald Ossiacher See (Family Forest Lake Ossiach). You can climb tree houses, master hanging bridges and explore spectacular treetop platforms in a woodland area of over 30,000 m2. Best of all, Familywald Ossiacher See will thrill everyone – from the youngest child to the grandparents.

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Mountainbiking

Carinthia, the region of lakes and beautiful mountains, lies close to the Italian and Slovenian borders. The mountain bike or road bike tours, the unique combination of mountains and lakes, the tasty Carinthian cuisine and the influences of the neighbouring countries Italy and Slovenia all make an active holiday in Carinthia an unforgettable experience.