City break in Carinthia. Active leisure ideas for Carinthia - attractions, recreation and nightlife
Carinthia is perfect for family holidays, as the region is famous for its splendid nature, favorable climatic conditions and a huge selection of interesting places to stay. The region is rich in stalactite caves and mines that attract curious tourists like a magnet. One of the most beautiful caves is located in Grifften; fans of natural attractions will be interested in visiting the cave located in Eisenkappel.
Each city of Carinthia has its own unique historical monuments giving travelers a lot of impressions. Klagenfurt is the capital of the region; it has lots of historical objects, as well as … Open
1. Going for a trip, you should definitely learn a few phrases in Austrian and take a phrasebook with you. Almost all the locals speak foreign languages, but prefer to communicate in their … Open
The region can boast excellent national parks and numerous lakes, which have become a real symbol of Carinthia. Nockberge and Hohe Tauern parklands are considered the most picturesque; hikers enjoy the Nockberge Mountains too. Warmbad Villach spa resort, which was founded at mineral springs, is also situated in Carinthia. There are all conditions for a relaxing stay in it, as you can find a great wellness center and thermal pools here; younger guests would enjoy bright playgrounds and water rides.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Carinthia and surroundings
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National and city parks around Carinthia
♥ Nature Park 'Dobersberg' , 27.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Landscape Park 'Spominski park Udin Boršt' , 48.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Landscape Park 'Logarska dolina' , 50.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Triglavski narodni park' , 50.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Landscape Park 'Topla' , 52.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Nature Park 'Dobersberg' , 27.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Landscape Park 'Spominski park Udin Boršt' , 48.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Landscape Park 'Logarska dolina' , 50.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ National Park 'Triglavski narodni park' , 50.9 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Landscape Park 'Topla' , 52.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
Amusement parks near Carinthia
♥ Amusement park 'Kärntner Erlebnispark' Hermagor, 57.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Wild und Erlebnispark' Mautern in Steiermark, 88.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Adventure Park Postojna' Postojna, 104.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Erlebnispark Strasswalchen' Strasswalchen, 156.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Kärntner Erlebnispark' Hermagor, 57.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Wild und Erlebnispark' Mautern in Steiermark, 88.2 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Adventure Park Postojna' Postojna, 104.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Erlebnispark Strasswalchen' Strasswalchen, 156.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
Sites around Carinthia from our surveys on extreme Earth places
Blejski Grad
From the series “The Most Inaccessible Buildings in the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Carinthia center - 39.7 km.
One of the most impregnable buildings in the world can be found in Slovenia. Here the old castle Bled is located on the summit 130-meter-high rock. Bled is one of the oldest castles in the country. The castle is located in the incredibly beautiful terrain, next to the lake of the same name. The rocky cliff, on whose summit Bled is located, literally hangs over the shores of the lake and is covered with the lush forest from all sides. Surprisingly, people built the castle in this difficult-to-access area more than a thousand years ago. The first mention of the castle date from 1004. …
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Minimundus
From the series “Famous Miniature Museums of Architectural Objects and Cities”
Check on the map: Distance from Carinthia center - 12.9 km.
In Austria, the most interesting park of miniatures is to be found in the city of Klagenfurt. It covers an area of 26000 square meters and presents to the attention of visitors 150 mini-copies of outstanding world sights at a scale of 1:25. About half of park models are dedicated directly to Austria, except for the copies of architectural structures. There are incredibly beautiful canals and rivers, along which ships sail, as well as a railway with trains in the park. …
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Guide to your best city break in Carinthia - popular places for recreation and leisure. Things to do during the day in Carinthia - attractions, parks, beaches, aquaparks, racing tracks, biking trails or waterski. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) where to spend your time in the evening (bars, discos, clubs, etc.). We share some good ideas and the question 'What to do in Carinthia?' disappears immediately.