THE CLASSIC DRAUR BIKE TRAVEL
From Sillian in East Tyrol to Lake Klopein
7
Days
DESCRIPTION:
The Drau Cycle Path is considered one of the most beautiful river cycle paths in Europe and has been awarded 5 stars by the German Cyclists' Association (ADFC). This classic, 230-km Drau Cycle Path tour follows the most beautiful section of the route, leading from Sillian in East Tyrol to Lake Klopeiner See in southern Carinthia. You'll follow the Drau River as it transforms from a wild mountain stream into a wide, turquoise-colored body of water. You'll cycle downstream past imposing mountain backdrops, passing through the charming towns of Lienz, Spittal/Drau, and Villach. The route continues along beautiful causeways through the pristine Rosental Valley to one of the warmest bathing lakes in Europe, whose water quality is definitely worth testing.
SERVICES:
- 6 nights in bike hotels of the category of your choice
- Breakfast buffet or rich breakfast
- Daily luggage transfer from hotel to hotel until 18 p.m. (1 piece of luggage per person, max. 20 kg)
- Parking in Sillian (public and unguarded)
- Bikeline bike tour book "Drauradweg"
- Bike maps, information material, GPS tracks on request
- Service hotline (7 days a week)
GETTING THERE:
Individual arrival in Sillian in East Tyrol
With a minimum number of 4 participants, special dates are possible on request
Event note:
Due to major events, travel is unfortunately not possible on the following dates not bookable:
PRICE:
Category B:
Hotels and family-run inns with 3* star level
Season 1:
€ 599, - per person in a double room
09.05. to 10.05.2026
19.09. to 20.09.2026
Season 2:
€ 659, - per person in a double room
16.05. to 17.05.2026
12.09. to 13.09.2026
Season 3:
€ 699 per person in a double room
24.05. – 06.09.2026
Single room surcharge: € 190,-
Category A:
Hotels with 4* star level (mostly) and 3* star level (occasionally)
Season 1:
€ 799, - per person in a double room
09.05. to 10.05.2026
19.09. to 20.09.2026
Season 2:
€ 879, - per person in a double room
16.05. to 17.05.2026
12.09. to 13.09.2026
Season 3:
€ 999 per person in a double room
24.05. – 06.09.2026
Single room surcharge: € 270,-
local taxAny applicable fees are not included in the travel price.
EXTRAS:
RENTAL BIKES (including delivery, luggage rack bag and service)
Trekking bike: € 109
E-Bike: € 219,-
return transfer In a comfortable minibus including hotel pickup from Lake Klopeiner See – Sillian: €109 per person, excluding bike; customer's own bike €25.
Please make a reservation and prepayment in advance.
Print offerHow to Arrive
Individual arrival in Sillian in East Tyrol and check-in at your accommodation. The day is at your leisure. If you arrive earlier, we recommend cycling to the source of the Drava River in Toblach in South Tyrol/Italy (approx. 33 km round trip).
Sillian in East Tyrol (c) Sam Strauss
Sillian - Oberdrauburg (B) /Berg im Drautal (A), approx. 55/69km
Accompanied by the panorama of the Dolomites, you cycle to the largest city in East Tyrol, to Lienz. Take some time to rest in the charming city and enjoy the hustle and bustle. You drive on strengthened and shortly after Nikolsdorf pass the border to Carinthia.
Carinthian cheese noodles (c) Carinthia advertising, Franz Gerdl
Oberdrauburg (B)/Berg im Drautal (A) - Spittal an der Drau, approx. 55/45 km
Following the Upper Drava Valley, you cycle partly along the riverbank and partly through small villages. In Spittal/Drau, the Renaissance Porcia Castle is worth a visit. Those feeling adventurous can also take a short trip to Seeboden on nearby Lake Millstatt (approx. 10 km round trip).
Drau Cycle Path Bridge Puch (c) Austria Advertisement, Martin Steinthaler
Spittal an der Drau - Villach - Rosegg/Velden(B/A), approx. 57 km
Today, the Drau Cycle Path continues to Villach, a city with a southern flair. Take a break and experience this lively city with a leisurely coffee in the main square. Afterwards, the route continues past the small swimming lake Silbersee to Rosegg. There, you can visit Carinthia's largest zoo or take a detour to the nearby popular resort of Velden am Wörthersee (approx. 10km there and back).
Schlosshotel Velden, © Pixabay
Rosegg/Velden (B/A) - Klopeiner See, approx. 62 km
Enjoy the impressive Drau river landscape as you ride along beautiful causeways through the magnificent Rosental Valley. Accompanied by the Karawanks, you'll cycle past a large Drau reservoir to the gunsmithing town of Ferlach. From there, the route continues directly to Lake Klopeiner See. Relax at your destination and sample the wonderful water quality.
The Drauradweg in the beautiful Rosental, © Franz Gerdl
Lake Klopeiner See - a day for swimming and relaxing
Today, you can enjoy a day of swimming at Lake Klopeiner See and simply relax. Alternatively, you can take shorter bike rides in the Südkarten region to the surrounding smaller lakes or to the large Völkermarkt reservoir (15 to 25 km).
Swimming fun at Lake Klopein (c) KSL, Southern Carinthia
Departure
Individual journey home or booked return transfer from Klopeiner See to Sillian, your place of departure.
View of Lake Klopein (c) KSL, Southern Carinthia
