Art, culture, & tradition at the intersection of 3 countries.
In every season, Carinthia will surprise you with a diverse art and cultural offer. Impressive natural spectacles and well-known excursion destinations are as much a part of the recreational program as are the numerous cultural sites, which tell of the long and eventful history of Austria's southernmost region.
Top excursion in Carinthia
Vacation often means discovering new things
Top 7
excursion destinations in Austria
Pyramidenkogel on the Wörthersee
From the world's highest viewing tower made of wood, you can marvel at the beauty of Carinthia.
Hochosterwitz Castle
A historic experience in one of the most picturesque valleys in Carinthia. This popular excursion destination is one of Central Europe's most beautiful castles.
Minimundus
Since 1958, the small world on the Wörthersee has been a fixture of every recreational calendar. 159 models of the most noteworthy structures from over 40 countries are nestled in the park landscape.
Großglockner High Alpine Road
Europe's most famous high alpine road in the Hohe Tauern National Park leads through all vegetation zones.
Obir stalactite caves
Nature and man in harmony. A 200 million year-history and modern technology have given rise to a fascinating natural wonder.
Malta High Alpine Road & Kölnbrein Dam
Through the "valley of rushing water", you can reach Austria's highest dam wall with the spectacular "Airwalk".
Rosegg animal park, castle, & labyrinth
For almost 50 years, the animal park with over 400 animals and ca. 35 animal species has been a part of the recreational program.
Art & culture
in Carinthia
Carinthia is rich in culture. In summer, numerous music and theatre festivals invite you to listen, watch, and enjoy. Culture lovers can relate to the feeling of "Der Zerrissene" by Johann Nestroy and put together their own personal festival program. What a joy!
Cultural
recommendations
Idyllic, romantic,
contemplative during Advent
Lovingly arranged Christmas markets around the Wörthersee with their music and traditions will put you in the mood for the most contemplative time of the year. The aroma of Christmas spices, mulled wine, and cookies wafts through the air. You can also look forward to small handmade presents and Carinthian specialties from the Genuss Regions (culinary regions), which can be found at the Advent markets in Velden, Pörtschach, Maria Wörth, on the Pyramidenkogel, and in Klagenfurt. Find peace and tranquility and get in the Christmas spirit with our package Advent deluxe by the lake.
