Alpe-Adria-Trail: From the Grossglockner to the sea.
From summer 2012 the nature paradise of Carinthia will be enticing hikers to take an inspiring journey of discovery on the new Alpe Adria Trail. This leads for 690 kilometres, from the perpetual ice in Carinthia through Slovenia to the Italian Adriatic.
Good old summer holidays are enjoying a comeback. Swimming in Europe’s warmest lake of drinking water quality, cycling through the beautiful countryside, going for scenic, idyllic walks and enjoying culture from serious theatre to light-hearted comedy – all that is only to be had in the region of Southern Carinthia round Klopeiner See (Lake Klopein).
The region around the city of Villach is a swimming and hiking paradise for all the family: beautiful, crystal-clear lakes and a natural landscape that provides everything from quiet walks to adventurous climbing tours. Tthere are also numerous alpine chalets and inns that offer culinary delicacies influenced by the three different cultures of Carinthia, Slovenia and Italy.