Located in southern Austria and to the west of Vienna, lies the sunny city Klagenfurt. Tourists come here for relaxation and to explore the lakeside villages of Wörthersee – the alpine lake stretches approximately 24km between market town Velden and Klagenfurt. Have a leisurely sail around the lake, or potter around and take in the awe inspiring views.
For those who wish to explore the full beauty of this region, hiring a car in Klagenfurt is possibly the best way to do it. Visit Landhaus for an authentic culinary Austrian experience – considered to be one of the best restaurants in the city, tourists can enjoy the beautiful surroundings while tasting some of the best goulash in Austria.
Watch the sunset over the lake while sipping coffee at Maria Loretto Castle or check out Klagenfurt's eye-catching attraction Lindwurmbrunnen – there are plenty of things to do in the city but escaping the confines adds a new layer of discovery.
Take a scenic drive to other side of the lake and reach market town Velden in under 30 minutes. This town is still a relatively undiscovered part of Austria so you won't have to fight off the crowds like you would in Vienna, for example. Visit Velden and be greeted with traditional Austrian architecture, fresh seafood restaurants and a laidback feel.
