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

Following the Upper Drau Valley, you cycle partly along the river bank and partly through smaller villages. In Spittal/Drau you should take the time for a city tour. The Renaissance castle of Porcia is especially worth a visit.

Drau Cycle Path Bridge Puch (c) Austria Advertisement, Martin Steinthaler

Today we head to Villach, the city with southern flair, directly on the banks of the Drau. Take a break and experience the lively city up close with a cozy coffee on the main square. Passing the small Silbersee bathing lake, you will soon reach Rosegg with the largest animal park in Carinthia or Latschach near Velden on the famous Wörthersee.

Schlosshotel Velden, © Pixabay

Enjoy the impressive landscape as you drive on beautiful dam paths through the wonderful Rose Valley. Accompanied by the Karawanken, you cycle past the large reservoir to the gunsmith town of Ferlach. From here you continue to the Klopeiner See, the warmest swimming lake in Carinthia.

The Drauradweg in the beautiful Rosental, © Franz Gerdl

When you arrive at your destination, you have the opportunity to go on other bike tours and excursions in the Southern Carinthia region on this day. Of course, you can also just relax and enjoy a day of swimming at Lake Klopein.

Bathing fun at the Klopeiner See in southern Carinthia (c) SUEDKAERNTEN

Individual journey home or booked return transfer from Klopeiner See to Sillian, your place of departure.

View of the Klopeinersee (c) SUEDKAERNTEN