The region of Villach

The majestic mountains, the gentle shores, the warm crystal clear lakes and a variety of leisure facilities – all of it located in the heart of Carinthia! Welcome to the holiday region of Villach which offers the full diversity of a vacation in Carinthia.

Lake Ossiach, Lake Faak and seven other warm lakes are essential parts of this paradise for your summer vacation. In addition there is the modern thermal spa KärntenTherme in Warmbad-Villach. In winter, the ski mountains Gerlitzen and Dreiländereck offerfun on the slopes and the Villach Advent romantic hours in Villach´s old town.

The beautiful mountains are ideal for hiking on - such as the unique hiking trail around the nature park Dobratsch or the Alpe-Adria-Trail, which leads also through our region on its way from Grossglockner to the Adriatic Sea. The numerous marked cycling routes and a comfortable e-Bike renting system make it easy to explore our region by bike. From a leisurely hiking tour with the family to sport climbing in the border triangle between Austria, Italy and Slovenia -the region of Villach offers something for every taste! You can find all the possible tours here.

The center of our region is Villach with its delightful old town and many traditional events as the carnival and the largest traditional festival in Austria, the Villacher Kirchtag!

Whether a high rope course, cultural walks in the old town or a guided tour - with the Erlebnis CARD you can take part in a huge number of activities from May to October!

Download the Region Villach app which gives you an overview of the most exciting tours, the best restaurants and the most entertaining attractions.

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