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A pleasure trip for true gourmets and nature lovers is waiting for you in the southernmost state of Austria. Eight days of walking with minimal altitude sounds good, doesn’t it?

High peaks, countless sunny days and lakes wherever you look: the federal state of Carinthia has a lot to offer for an extensive hiking holiday. From Villach across the Alps, around the numerous lakes and back to the starting point after eight days: this is what the hike in the southernmost state has to offer. But not only the idyllic landscape is absolutely worth seeing. You should also experience the Carinthians with their relaxed philosophy of life and their sense of enjoyment.

Radiate with the sun, which is reflected in the sparkling lakes!

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Carinthian Mountains and Lakes Walking Tour

Walk the combination of trails on easy and enjoyable paths of Southern Austria.
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(133 reviews)
8 Days from $1,125USD
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Duration
8 Days
Season
Apr-Oct
Activity
Walking
Type
Self-guided, Private
Accommodation
Hotels
Difficulty
Easy (2/5)
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A pleasure trip for true gourmets and nature lovers is waiting for you in the southernmost state of Austria. Eight days of walking with minimal altitude sounds good, doesn’t it?

High peaks, countless sunny days and lakes wherever you look: the federal state of Carinthia has a lot to offer for an extensive hiking holiday. From Villach across the Alps, around the numerous lakes and back to the starting point after eight days: this is what the hike in the southernmost state has to offer. But not only the idyllic landscape is absolutely worth seeing. You should also experience the Carinthians with their relaxed philosophy of life and their sense of enjoyment.

Radiate with the sun, which is reflected in the sparkling lakes!

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Trip highlights

Enjoy the views of beautiful peaks, green valleys and picturesque lakes along your walking route.

Take in the awe-inspiring sights from the Pyramidenkogel, where you can feast your eyes upon the magnificent Carnic Alps and Slovenia.

Descend down Europe's highest closed slide, followed by a visit to the famous Maria Wörth peninsula by boat.

Embark on the Jewel Trail, leading you to Radenthein in the Nockberge, where a tantalizing cheese tasting experience awaits at the esteemed Kaslab'n Nockberge dairy.

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Day 1
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Arrival in Villach
Explore the stunning historic centre of Villach, the bridge across the river Drau, the promenade and the Italian flair at the main square.
Distance None
Overnight Location Hotel in Villach
Included Meals None
Day 2
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Walk to Velden/Surroundings
A short train ride takes you directly to Lake Wörthersee. During a leisurely loop tour via the peninsula you discover the noble villas along the Brahms-promenade, high up from the viewpoint “Hohe Gloriette“ you enjoy fabulous views onto the turquoise-green lake. Onwards through green forests and vast fields all the way to Lake Forstsee, on its shores you get to enjoy a break and marvel at the surrounding mountain world. In the afternoon you walk past the magnificent casino and palace along the lakeside to Velden.
Distance 5 hours, 15km, 400m of ascent, 350m of descent
Overnight Location Hotel in Velden/Surroundings
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 3
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Circular walk from Velden
Along diverse forest paths you ascend to the Teixelkreuz. Climb up the viewpoint tower Pyramidenkogel, from where you enjoy panoramic views as far as the Slovenian mountain world in good weather conditions. You descend in a spectacular fashion via Europe’s highest enclosed slide. In the afternoon you leisurely cross the lake by boat and from the water you get to marvel at the renowned peninsula and church of Maria Wörth.
Distance 4.5 hours, 14km, 300m of ascent, 300m of descent
Overnight Location Hotel in Velden/Surroundings
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 4
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Walk to Döbriach
In the morning by train through the Drautal-valley to Spittal. Stroll through the castle grounds to the famous Renaissance palace ‘Porcia‘. After that you walk through the spectacular gorge ‘Lieser Schlucht‘ and reach Seeboden on Lake Millstätter See. A fantastic lakeside trail leads you directly along the water, accompanied by stupendous views onto the deep-blue lake and the fancy holiday resorts opposite. Delightful boat ride to Döbriach, today’s Day Finish.
Distance 4hours, 15km, 150m of ascent, 100m of descent
Overnight Location Hotel in Döbriach
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 5
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Circular walk from Döbriach
Today an entire day spent in the hiking village of Döbriach awaits, you havenumerous activities and hiking paths to choose from. Ascend to the ‘Sternenbalkon‘ offering the best view across the entire length of the lake all the way into the Central Alps, you hike along the panorama path to Glanz and climb up the Hohe Wand-rockface. Alternatively, you can simply embark on a loop tour in the village via dirt tracks and lakeside paths with wonderful opportunities for a swim in the bay ‘Döbriacher Bucht‘ – there are plenty of possibilities!
Distance 4 hours, 10km, 550m of ascent, 550m of descent
Overnight Location Hotel in Döbriach
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 6
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Walk to Feld am See
The Juwelenweg-path leads you to Radenthein situated in the Nock Mountains, where a cheese tasting in the dairy Kaslab´n awaits. After this rewarding break you continue along forest paths and trails across meadows to the wildlife park, where you get to marvel at all kinds of animals. In the afternoon you reach Feld on Lake Brennsee, here we highly recommend you enjoy a swim in the cool water.
Distance 3.5-4 hours, 10km, 200m of ascent, 50m of descent
Overnight Location Hotel in Feld am See
Included Meals Breakfast
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Walk and transfer back to Villach
Along the spectacular lake-trail over hedge and ditch to the Finsterbach-waterfalls and onwards to the viewpoint pavilion at the rockface ‘Peterlewand‘. Optionally you can also ascend by cable car to the Gerlitzen and embark on a loop tour on the alpine pastures to some wonderful mountain huts. In the afternoon you get to marvel at Lake Ossiacher See again, this time as part of a boat ride, before you return to your starting point after a short train ride: at the beautiful main square in Villach it is time to relax and with a glass of wine make a toast to your adventurous hiking week.
Distance 4 hours, 10km, 300m of ascent, 300m of descent
Overnight Location Hotel in Villach
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 8
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Departure or extra days
Depart Villach after breakfast.
Distance None
Overnight Location None
Included Meals Breakfast

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Dates and prices

This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only, where the pricing depends on your travelling dates, as well as the types of rooms that you need.

2025 Departures:
The departures are available every Saturday, from April 26th to October 4th, 2025.

  • Single room: from $1,525USD*
  • Sharing a double room: from $1,125USD*

*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip. Please click the booking button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates. The prices listed are per person.

What’s included

Meals

7 breakfasts are included.

Accommodations

Accommodations for 7 nights are included.

Transportation during the Tour

Transportation for your luggage is included. This tour also includes 1 ,Kärnten Card‘ (Gerlitzen-ascent, boat rides on Lake Millstätter See and Lake Ossiacher See, entrance fee for wildlife park, Porcia palace as well as reductions for boat trip on Lake Wörthersee, and many more) and one transfer from Feld am See to Annenheim. Note that there are a couple of transfers not covered by this tour and paid locally.

Also Included

  • Carefully elaborated route description
  • Welcome briefing (German, English)
  • Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English)
  • App for Navigation and GPS-data available
  • Service hotline

Not included

  • Getting to and from Villach
  • Airport transfers
  • Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
  • Transfers to and from the trailhead
  • Tourist tax (paid locally)
  • Boat ride on Lake Wörthersee, approx. EUR 8 per person, alternatively bus ride approx. EUR 2.50
  • Fares for public transport, approx. EUR 15 per person

Optional Extras

  • Additional nights before or after the tour
  • Single occupancy upgrades
  • Optional activities or excursions

Accommodation for Carinthian Mountains and Lakes Walking Tour

This tour is based in hotels. Hotels on this trip are mostly 3-star and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.

Frequently asked questions

How hard is the Carinthian Mountains and Lakes Walking Tour?

We rate this tour as a 2 / 5. You walk along beautiful, diverse hiking paths and trails, forest roads and forest paths. Surefootedness is required for a few narrow short rocky sections. For the hiking tours with a maximum walking time of 5 hours a good basic fitness level is sufficient. Often you have a choice between an easy and a more challenging option.

Do I need a visa to travel to the Carinthian Mountains and Lakes Walking Tour?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Are meals included on the Carinthian Mountains and Lakes Walking Tour?

7 breakfasts are included.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking. Get your travel insurance.

How do I get to Villach to start this tour?

The most convenient way to get to Villach is by flying to Klagenfurt Airport, taking the shuttle bus to the train station and from there by train in approx. 40 minutes to Villach.

Is the Carinthian Mountains and Lakes Walking Tour in English?

Yes, the tour description is in English.

Where does the Carinthian Mountains and Lakes Walking Tour end?

The Carinthian Mountains and Lakes Walking Tour ends in where it starts, in Villach.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Austria?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Austria?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

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