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Carinthia

Austria’s southernmost state runs from the Hohe Tauern peaks to the Slovenian border, with Klagenfurt and Villach among its main towns. Its lakes are warm enough for swimming in summer.

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Tandem Paragliding Adventure in Carinthia

A paragliding tandem flight offers you a unique perspective of the alpine landscape with lakes, valleys and mountain panorama. You start at selected air mountains in the region and experience Carinthia from a bird's eye view, calm, free and intense. The great advantage of this activity : you do not need any prior knowledge and fly safely with an experienced, locally trained tandem pilot. This gives you real insights into free flying, weather and thermals, explained directly during the flight. Each launch site was deliberately chosen to offer particularly impressive views and optimal flight conditions. If desired, your experience can be captured by photo or video. This activity is ideal for adventurers, nature lovers and first-time flyers, but also for couples, friends and families with children fit to fly who want to experience an extraordinary highlight of their Carinthia stay.

$182.68

5/5

Motor kite Trike sightseeing flight over Carinthia

Experience Carinthia and Styria from a bird’s eye view – on an unforgettable sightseeing flight in a motor kite trike. Together with an experienced pilot you will glide gently over dense forests, sparkling lakes and majestic peaks. This adventure delights not only nature lovers, but all those who seek the extraordinary. Take advantage of flexible flight times and capture your impressions in stunning photos and videos.

$74.21

3.3/5

2 h

Waldseilpark Wörthersee

Forest rope park with view over the Wörther See Elements such as: Flying Fox, suspension bridges, via ferrata, ... at a height of up to 12m

$25.77

8 h

Lake Millstatt & Medieval Towns: Private Tour with Scenic Stops

Escape the crowds and explore the picturesque beauty of Lake Millstatt and its charming town on this private day tour. Enjoy breathtaking views of one of Austria’s most stunning lakes, where you’ll have time to relax and discover Millstatt's quaint town center. Along the way, take in short stops at Werfen, famous for its Sound of Music picnic meadow, and Gmuend, home to a historic medieval castle. Your private guide will share fascinating stories and help you uncover hidden gems, making this the perfect day trip from Salzburg.

$508.07

2 h

Klagenfurt - Private Historic Walking Tour

This walking tour of Klagenfurt’s historic Old Town begins at the Fellner & Helmer–designed Stadttheater near Schillerpark and follows Ursulinengasse to the 17th-century Stadtpfarrturm, an Eclecticism-style church with panoramic tower views. Continuing into the city’s oldest quarter, you visit the late-16th-century Landhaus with its twin towers, courtyard, and Obelisk fountain, then pass through the adjacent park to reach the notable Wörtherseemandl fountain, surrounded by cafés and restaurants. The route then leads to the baroque Klagenfurt Cathedral on Domplatz, also dating from the late 16th century and dedicated to the Holy Trinity. The tour concludes at Minimundus, a unique attraction featuring 159 miniature models of famous monuments from 40 countries.

$419.01

2 h

Magic Christmas Private Tour in Klagenfurt

How does Carinthia celebrate Advent and Christmas? How many Christmas markets are in Klagenfurt? Discover a wide variety of Austrian traditions and customs, which include a wide range of seasonal products, including the traditional Glühwein. The Christmas and Advent special times brings magic to Klagenfurt. Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most beautifully decorated places and markets. You will feel spellbound with the charming atmosphere in the streets which you can feel only this time of the year! You will experience Austria from a different perspective: filled with holiday lights illuminating the Christmas Markets. The most wonderful time of the year is even better in Klagenfurt!

$1,154.28

5/5

Zagreb - Monkey Park (Affenberg) - Klagenfurt - Minimudus

MONKY PARK An unforgettable animal experience is awaiting you at the Affenberg (“monkey mountain”)!. Biologists and animal caretakers will guide you through the world of about 164 Japanese macaques without any barriers between you and the animals. You will learn plenty of interesting facts about the monkeys. During summer time you might even see them swim and dive! Minimundus is a miniature park in Klagenfurt, Austria. It is located on Lake Wörthersee (Slovenian: Lake Vrbsko). It contains over 150 miniature models of architecture from around the world, made at the scale of 1:25. MINIMUNDUS KLAGENFURT Since opening in 1958, more than 15 million visitors have visited the park's 26,000 square feet. The proceeds go to the "Rettet das Kind" child care facility, which owns the park. Some of the featured models: Statue of Liberty St. Basil's Basilica Petra CN Tower in Toronto Hochosterwitz Castle in Austria Sydney Opera The Tower of London White House Taj Mahal Atomium

$117.89

3/5

The Best of Klagenfurt: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

On this self-guided audio tour, you'll enjoy an easy stroll around the gorgeous Renaissance city of Klagenfurt, best-known for its stately homes’ beautiful inner courtyards, and the dragon-shaped Lindwurm Monument, where our walk begins. On this walking tour, you’ll visit St Egyd Church’s tower, from where its keeper guarded the city. We’ll browse the wares of the daily Benediktiner Market, where you’ll find Carinthian delicacies and tasty treats from neighbouring Italy and Slovenia. You’ll meet the fish seller who turned to stone, and uncover the legends behind the Lindwurm and the Wörtherseemandl. You'll learn about colourful characters like Bernhard of Spanheim, the city’s founder, Emperor Maria Theresia, the mother of Austria, and famous Klagenfurt artist, Kiki Kogelnik. Take this GPS-guided walking tour for a fascinating dive into what the capital of Carinthia has to offer.

$7.99

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