The natural bird paradise on the Drau

Vacation in Wernberg

The dreamy village of Wernberg is nestled in the Ossiacher Tauern mountains and impresses with its proximity to lake Ossiacher See, lake Wörthersee and lake Faaker See. Active visitors can explore the region on well-marked hiking and cycling trails, such as the Drau cycle path.

The Wernberg Erlebnisbad provides swimming fun for the whole family. In the popular local recreation area of the Wernberg Drauschleife, visitors can experience the protected habitat of around 130 bird species.

Do not miss

  • Wernberg Monastery: The former castle has been run by the Missionary Sisters of the Precious Blood since the mid-1930s. Today, it houses an educational and cultural center with a wide range of activities.
  • Discover the Drau cycle path: The idyllic stage cycle path stretches an impressive 520 kilometers along the Drau. On the fourth section, the route takes you to Wernberg.
  • Slow Trail Wernberg Monastery: explore the highlights of the region on this gentle short hike - from the monastery to shady forests and birdwatching at the Drauschleife.
Slow Trail Kloster Wernberg

Easy

Slow Trail Monastery Wernberg

Hiking Trail

2,55 km

00:45 h

49 m

118 m

566 m

486 m

Accommodation nearby

A historic building with several towers and a large garden. In the background, green mountains are visible.
A modern house with a garden and a terrace. In the foreground are two pots with colorful flowers.

holiday home

holiday apartment

Wernberg

from €40.00
per Person
No Meals
An inviting house with a large balcony, surrounded by lush greenery. In the background, there are trees and a blue sky.

private rooms

Wernberg

from €32.00
per Person
Including Breakfast
A small rural community with houses and green fields. The surroundings are enveloped by nature, ideal for peace and relaxation.
5/5

farm, farmhouse

pension

Wernberg

from €28.00
per Person
No Meals

Discover nearby

An idyllic landscape with well-kept gardens and trees. In the background, there is a historical building with a tower.
Schloss Damtschach

churches/monasteries/convents

excursion

sightseeing/guided tour

+3

Wernberg

A beautiful courtyard with a white building, green lawn, and blooming plants. The architecture is classic and inviting.
Kloster Wernberg

churches/monasteries/convents

historical

sightseeing/guided tour

+3

Wernberg

A sign with the inscription "Frühmann" represents an inn and a butcher shop. Below it, the slogan "Frühmann is home" is written.
Gasthaus Fruhmann

regional cuisine

inn/tavern

Wernberg

Open until 10:00 PM o'clock
A picturesque church stands on a green hill. The blue sky forms a beautiful contrast to the landscape.
Kirche Sternberg

Kirchen

churches/monasteries/convents

Gothic

+4

Wernberg

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Slow Trails

Carinthia’s slow trails - beautiful footpaths that encourage walkers to relax and slow down - are, in the main, short but spectacular. The 14 slow trails scattered around Austria’s southernmost province are all sources of inspiration and regeneration. And four of these slow trails can be found in the holiday region of Villach - Faaker See – Ossiacher See.

Drauradweg Franz Gerdl

Drau cycle path

From the world-famous Drei Zinnen at Toblach, you cycle along the Drau to the sunny town of Lienz, from the river jewel Obere Drau to the cultural town of Spittal. You continue from vibrant Villach to the landscape garden of Rosental and from the gunsmith town Ferlach to the dreamy Jauntal. From the border towns Lavamünd and Dravograd to the university town Maribor.