Lake Klopein

The absolute south of Austria with the warmest bathing lake in Europe.

Excellent water quality, a continuous lakeside promenade, numerous lidos and water temperatures of up to 29 °C await you here.

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Highlights

Lake Klopein is 48 metres deep, with water temperatures of up to 29 °C. It is the largest, best-known and warmest of Southern Carinthia’s 7 ½ lakes. It is Europe’s warmest bathing lake and, with its wide range of water, sport and leisure activities in, on and around the lake, a true all-rounder. With Austria’s only continuous lakeside promenade and excellent water quality, it is perfect for swimming, strolling, sport or wellness. Around the lake, there are many private and public lidos. Each one is unique and special.
Lake Klopein has something going on all year round. Highlights include the family lake festival at Whitsun, the weekly Promenade Magic with street performers and live music from June to September, and the spectacular «Lake in Flames» with fireworks in July. From May to October, the multimedia water show «Lake Klopein in Motion» fascinates visitors. Food lovers can enjoy the Genuss-Seefest, while cycling fans get their money’s worth at the Family Bike Festival at Lake Turnersee. Lake Klopein and Lake Turnersee, the warmest bathing lakes in Europe, offer visitors numerous free events.
Lake wellness in Southern Carinthia brings relaxation and nature together in a unique way. Enjoy luxurious spa experiences, unwind at the Carinthian Badehaus with lake views or feel the revitalising power of cold-water bathing. A highlight: the Lake Wellness Festival in October, with special sauna infusions and the legendary bathrobe party. Dive in and recharge your batteries.
Family adventures in Southern Carinthia. Enjoy exciting excursions, from canoe tours through old mine tunnels to the Flying Fox Park at the Wildenstein Waterfall. Experience pure nature on family hikes or discover unusual bird species at the Lake Turnersee Bird Park. The Forest Adventure World with its indoor playhouse at Lake Klopein also promises an unforgettable experience.
Our hotel tips for you at Lake Klopein in Southern Carinthia:

Amerika-Holzer Hotel and Resort**** in Sankt Kanzian at Klopeiner See, bookable in the Travelshop

Hotel Birkenhof**** in Sankt Kanzian at Klopeiner See, bookable in the Travelshop

Aktivhotel Marko**** in Sankt Kanzian at Klopeiner See, bookable in the Travelshop

Insider Tips

Cycling highlight: 6 Lakes Loop

Where the lake is a little warmer and holidays feel a little more carefree, there is always room for taking it easy. With a cycling network of 1,500 km in total, Southern Carinthia gets every cycling holiday rolling in the most enjoyable way. The legendary «6 Lakes Loop» covers 54 km and 760 metres of elevation. It connects all the lakes in the region: Lake Klopein, Kleinsee, Turnersee, Gösselsdorfer See, Sonnegger See and Pirkdorfer See. Do not forget your swimsuit. A refreshing dip in the turquoise-blue water will revive tired legs.

Mythical place of power with a healing spring

Excavations on the Hemmaberg reveal a settlement history that reaches far back into the past. Yet the place reveals its special mysticism on the north face below the summit, where the Rosalia Grotto, chapel and spring are located. Saint Rosalia, protector against the plague, has been venerated here since the Baroque period. Many stories and legends surround the grotto as a place of power, reflection and peace. The freely accessible spring is still said to have healing powers similar to those of Lourdes, especially for the eyes.

Trögen Gorge

In this wildly romantic gorge landscape, water has cut deep into the rock, creating an impressive natural monument. Trögen Gorge is a paradise for hikers and anglers. This gorge, around 3.5 km long, can be explored on level ground on foot or by bike. An insider tip for hot summer days. Thanks to its unique character, it has been declared a nature reserve and provides a habitat for rare plants and animals. Since 1997, the Potokgraben has been home to a natural forest reserve with black pines and manna ashes.

Hadn: Southern Carinthia’s superfood

Buckwheat is known in Southern Carinthia as «Had’n». The name probably comes from the pagan Tartars, who are believed to have brought it from Asia to Carinthia. Pink-flowering Had’n is not a grain, but a gluten-free plant. It is a firm fixture in Southern Carinthia’s regional cuisine. From simple country inns to fine dining restaurants, Had’n is on the menu. The small, tranquil village of Neuhaus in particular has dedicated itself to this plant. It is the centre of the «Jauntaler Had’n» culinary region.