The Wörthersee is the greatest. Because of its size, of course, but also because of all it has to offer. With its outstanding water quality, a water temperature reaching as much as 27°C and 18 lakeside swimming areas, this celebrity amongst Carinthia’s lakes is a mecca for water-lovers from across Austria.

No matter whether you simply wish to relax in the sunshine, or look for fun and adventure in the cool, wet waters, this place offers you everything you seek! Water slides, water skiing, banana-boat rides and parasailing are just a few of the activities possible on or in the lake.

You don’t have to be an “Optimist” to sail or learn the basics on the Wörthersee. "Aquila-", "Jolle-", "Zugvogel-" and "Laser-" class boats are also well represented.

At the lake’s 6 sailing schools, they will be happy to show you what direction the wind is blowing. Before you know it, you’ll feel right at home on the boat – just like a fish in water.

Whether you prefer a relaxing pedal through delightful countryside, or combining exploration of the Wörthersee and its environs with serious athletic challenges, cyclists will soon learn that the Wörthersee is a true paradise. What better way to discover this region and all its special places than perched on your bicycle saddle. Variety-filled bike tours take you to our most beautiful sights and scenic lookout points.

There are many different routes featuring a range of difficulty, suitable both for families and more athletic bikers.

Were you "born to be wild"? Then it’s time to head to Velden and the Wörthersee! Awaiting you are wonderful routes around the lake, up into the mountains and, above all, out to the Landhotel Marienhof, where our motorcycle-loving guests will find everything their hearts desire.

We would be glad to custom-tailor a special offer for your one- or multi-day stay with us.

Golf is a sport that looks back on a long tradition. 13 golf courses are located in the region, while 4 top courses find themselves in our immediate vicinity, none more than a 20-minute drive away and each classified as "Leading golf courses of Austria". Due to the southerly setting of the Three Countries Region, with a climate verging on Mediterranean, golf season on the Wörthersee gets underway earlier than elsewhere in Austria. Score your own personal birdie – with a vacation at the Marienhof golfing hotel!

Click here for further information about all regional golf courses:

www.golfland.kaernten.at

www.1golf1.com

Klangwelle

Animal Park Rosegg

The Pyramidenkogel lookout tower offers views as far as the eye can see. The Wörthersee and the Keutschach “4-lake valley” are a true feast for the eyes, while the mountain world of Carinthia seems almost close enough to touch.

The Rosegg Animal Park is so enjoyable: more than 400 animals look forward to your visit. It also features a garden maze where a good sense of direction is definitely the order of the day.

Around the world in 80 days? You can manage it in just one afternoon! Minimundus – the little world on the shores of the Wörthersee makes it possible. Awaiting you here are around 140 of the most beautiful models of buildings and popular world attractions you will ever see.

Right next door is Europe’s biggest reptile zoo, where you will be able to encounter up-close-and-personal the snakes, crocodiles, piranhas, giant turtles and so much more.

Don’t just take our word for it, come experience it all for yourself in this fascinating world on the Wörthersee.

» Eagle Show at Castle Landskron

» Information about the Karawanken

Whether at cafés, discos, bars, night clubs or perhaps a nice evening at the Velden casino – the entertainment is as good as it comes.

Links to the most important events in spring:

» Carinthian Lakes Bike Marathon

» Grand Slam Beach Volleyball

» Klangwelle Wörthersee – Wave of Sound

Shopping
in Klagenfurt: www.city-arkaden.at
in Villach www.atrio.at