Book a holiday home in Carinthia now: holidays in the sunny south of Austria

Your Holiday Home in Carinthia: Holidays with the Best of North and South

Why always travel to far-distant climes? Here, the perfect mix of alpine scenery and Mediterranean-like temperatures make Carinthia a popular holiday destination. The result is an array of outdoor recreational opportunities in summer, and snow conditions you can count on in winter. Hiking, skiing, biking, water sports: Carinthia invites you to enjoy an adventure-packed vacation 365 days a year.

What makes Carinthia even more special is its landscapes dotted with lakes. Crystal-clear water, mostly in drinking water quality, attracts visitors to over 1300 different bodies of water. The most famous of them is Lake Wörthersee, on which the provincial capital Klagenfurt is also located. In Carinthia, you don't have to choose between a beach vacation or a hiking holiday. Here you can combine both perfectly!

Two of our holiday homes in Carinthia are located on the Turracher Höhe, a border area between Carinthia and Styria. Due to this special location, you can not only add the sights and sporting opportunities of Carinthia to your to-do list, but also those of the neighboring province.

Twice as Good in Many Ways: ALPS RESORTS Holiday Homes in Carinthia

The luxurious semi-detached holiday homes of Turrach Lodges are located on the Turracher Höhe at about 1,800 meters above sea level. The attractive contrast of wood and stone elements is already a treat for the eye from the outside. The view from the inside is no less spectacular. Whether from the balcony, the sunny living room, or your terrace: enjoy a panorama of forests, meadows, and mountains.

Our alternative: the freestanding wooden chalets of Alpenpark Turracher Höhe, located in the middle of the largest contiguous expanse of stone-pine forests in Austria, make the hearts of nature lovers beat that little bit faster. The air smells different here, and the day progresses at the pace of nature itself. In other words, the perfect place to slow down.

The Turracher Höhe is a high plateau flecked with alpine tarns, presenting you with numerous sporting opportunities in the immediate area, both summer and winter. 3 lakes for swimming, over 42 kilometers of pistes, mountain bike trails, and variety-packed hiking routes, all enticing you to indulge in healthy outdoor activities.

At our resort Chalets & Glamping Nassfeld in Gailtal, you likewise have a pair of reasons to be ultra happy. Both the ski slopes and Aquarena Kötschach are located virtually right outside the front door of your holiday home. At the Aquarena, admission is even included for you as our guests!

Holiday home in Carinthia with pool - leave stress behind

At 1,800 meters above sea level, you are not only above the daily grind geographically. Stress and worries naturally roll off your back in the wellness area of your holiday home. Raise your holiday happiness to new heights as you lower your stress levels down to almost zero!

You can make your dream of a holiday home with pool come true at Alpenpark Turracher Höhe. Relax with every fiber of your being in your private hot tub, which you will find either indoors or outdoors depending on your accommodations. Invigorating experiences are guaranteed at any time of the year. A sauna is also part of your in-house wellness area.

Yet another accommodation with sauna can be found at the Turrach Lodges. This holiday home comes with its own spruce sauna, where you can end a day full of activity and sports wonderfully. Feel completely relaxed and rejuvenated, ready for the new adventures that await you on the following day.

At the resort Chalets & Glamping Nassfeld, you can enjoy the attractions of the neighbouring water and wellness oasis, Aquarena Kötschach. In winter, the indoor aquatic facility with a swimming pool, slide, sauna, and relaxation area is open for you. In summer, the outdoor area with pool, diving tower, climbing spiderweb and trampoline, promises recreational fun for the whole family.

Carefree enjoyment thanks to fully equipped kitchens for self-catered holidays

A holiday home in Carinthia for a self-catered stay offers you the greatest possible freedom and flexibility. Enjoy meals, snacks, coffee breaks, and breakfast whenever and however you want. Whether in pajamas, casual wear, or a pretty summer dress. Drink your morning coffee in bed and a glass of wine on the balcony in the evening.

So that you can focus on the enjoyable aspects of food preparation during your vacation, we have equipped our kitchens with everything you need to avoid unnecessary inconveniences. This includes, for example, a dishwasher and practical kitchen utensils. The fully equipped kitchens also feature a refrigerator, range, oven, coffee machine, in some cases a microwave, as well as an ample supply of dishes, glasses, cutlery, etc.

Furry friends welcome: Book a holiday home in Carinthia with your dog

A vacation without a person’s best and most loyal friend? Unthinkable for many. We are happy to offer you special dog-friendly accommodations upon request. For a holiday with your dog, you will discover ideal conditions both in your holiday home and in the surrounding nature. Plenty of space to run around and play, lots of greenery and countless new impressions to sniff out and discover. The forests of Swiss pine, the pleasant climate, and a quick splash in the water - dogs feel completely at home in Carinthia. And of course, so do their owners.

Summer in Carinthia, a paradise of lakes – and recreation for the whole family

Bring on the water! Combine your hiking vacation with a visit to the most beautiful lakes in the province. Wörthersee, the largest lake in Carinthia, with the provincial capital Klagenfurt and the cosmopolitan town of Velden, is highly recommended. Here you will find glamour, a casino, and various shooting locations from the TV series "Ein Schloss am Wörthersee". While at lake Wörthersee, you should definitely also climb the Pyramidenkogel, the world's tallest wooden tower.

The second-largest lake – Millstätter See - as well as the Ossiacher See, Faaker See, and other lakes in Carinthia inspire with their picture-postcard views and crystal-clear water. Here you can swim, hop on an SUP, or go boating.

On land, too, various sporting opportunities await you. Hike through canyons with waterfalls or conquer Austria's highest mountain, the Grossglockner, elevation 3798 m. An array of unique experiences are also guaranteed on the "Kornock Flow Trail" mountain bike course as well as on the exhilarating "Nocky Flitzer", the 1.6 km long alpine slide on the Turracher Höhe.

Other attractions in the Carinthian holiday region include the Terra Mystica and Montana show mines, the Obir dripstone caves, and Rosegg Castle with its animal park and maze.

Celebrating, marveling, and cheering is also on your holiday agenda, for example at the Grossglockner Run, the Fuga300 bike race, or the glamorous lifestyle event "Fête Blanche" on lake Wörthersee.

Sporty winter vacations: Holiday homes in Carinthia near the slopes

In the Turracher Höhe ski area, around 42 kilometers of pistes and 14 lifts await you. And in the spirit of the times, a fun slope with obstacles, a fun cross, and a children's ski world provide plenty of variety.

But it isn‘t only fast downhill runs that entice you during your skiing vacation out into the wintry white. Cross-country ski trails and fascinating snowshoe hikes also turn the region into an unforgettable experience for winter sports enthusiasts. And afterwards, relax back at your holiday home in Carinthia with a pool and sauna – what better way to enjoy the coldest season of the year?!

Holiday Apartment and Glamping: More ALPS RESORTS Accommodations in Carinthia

In addition to your own holiday home in Carinthia, we also have other interesting accommodations in our portfolio. For couples or smaller groups, our individualholiday apartments in Carinthia are an excellent option.

Free spirits and campers looking for something extraordinary will love our resort Chalets & Glamping Nassfeld. Why not spend the night in a treehouse or a luxury tent? This is how today’s adventures are made – and ALPS RESORTS makes it possible.