Region guide
🇦🇹Carinthia, Klagenfurt and the Southern Lakes
Carinthia, Klagenfurt, Wörthersee, warm lakes, southern Alps, castles, sunny valleys, Italian-Slovenian influences and Austria’s relaxed south.
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What to see and do
Current weather
Average temperatures
14 °C
clear sky
Spring
Air10-19 °C
Summer
Air23-30 °C
Autumn
Air9-18 °C
Winter
Air-5-3 °C
General information
Carinthia is Austria’s sunny southern region, known for lakes, mountains, warmer summers, relaxed holidays and a cultural position close to Slovenia and Italy.
Trips and nature
The lakes are the main draw, especially Wörthersee and Millstätter See, with mountains, valleys and Alpine roads nearby.
Food and atmosphere
Klagenfurt, castles, bilingual areas, borderland history and southern food influences give Carinthia a distinct identity within Austria.
Transport and stay
Klagenfurt and Villach are well connected by rail. A car helps for lakes, mountain passes, villages and cross-border trips.