NEW: Carinthia 2026 will be even more accessible by train:
The Koralmbahn, a milestone for rail travel in southern Austria
From December 14, 2025, the new Koralmbahn will make travel in southern Austria even more comfortable and faster. The 33 km long Koralm Tunnel will reduce the travel time between Graz and Klagenfurt to just 42 minutes, and from Vienna to Klagenfurt by an hour, to just 3 hours 10 minutes – perfect for reaching Carinthia's beautiful cycling regions more quickly. Whether you're cycling on the well-developed cycle paths along the Carinthian lakes, exploring the idyllic Drau Cycle Path, or cycling from Villach towards the sea on the Alpe-Adria Cycle Path – with the Koralmbahn, you'll reach your destination relaxed and in record time.
For cyclists, this means more time to enjoy the scenic cycle paths! Whether you're traveling from Graz, Vienna, or Salzburg, the new, faster connections will get you to your destination quickly. And best of all, the modern trains offer more space for your bike, so you can arrive relaxed and start your cycling adventure right away.
To make your journey even more convenient, we recommend renting a bike from Kärnten Radreisen, which will be waiting for you at your hotel. This way, you can start your cycling adventure immediately upon arrival without having to worry about transporting your own bike.
Our tips for cycling tours, which are even easier to reach thanks to the new Koralmbahn cable car:
From the Drava to the Adriatic: On this 8-day cycling tour, you'll start in Oberdrauburg in the Drau Valley and experience a thrilling blend of Alpine and Mediterranean landscapes. First, you'll cycle along the Drau River and then continue on the Alpe-Adria Cycle Path to Grado, where the sea provides the perfect ending to this unforgettable tour.
More info: From the Drava to the Adriatic
Leisure bike tour Carinthian lake bikingStart your relaxing cycling tour in Spittal an der Drau and explore the well-developed cycle paths around Lake Millstatt, Lake Ossiach, Lake Wörthersee, and Lake Weissensee – with relaxing swimming stops. Ideal for leisurely cyclists seeking the perfect blend of cycling and relaxation.
More info: Leisure bike tour Carinthian lake biking
From Villach to Trieste: The Ciclovia Alpe-Adria Cycle Route takes you from Villach in 8 days along old railway lines through Italy's Val Canale, past Udine and Aquileia to the seaside resort of Grado. It continues along the coast to the historic port city of Trieste – an experience full of scenic diversity.
More info: Alpe Adria bike tour Villach – Trieste.
Information about the Koralmbahn timetable can be found here.
Photo above: New Koralmbahn (c) ÖBB, evmedia
Drau Bridge Koralmbahn (c) ÖBB,evmedia