{"id":2481,"date":"2025-09-15T13:58:45","date_gmt":"2025-09-15T13:58:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/worthersee-11-trip-ideas-accommodation\/"},"modified":"2026-04-06T12:32:19","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T12:32:19","slug":"worthersee","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/worthersee\/","title":{"rendered":"W\u00f6rthersee: 11 Trip Ideas + Accommodation"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/worthersee\/#Worthersee_11_Trip_Ideas_Verified_Accommodations\" >W\u00f6rthersee: 11 Trip Ideas + Verified Accommodations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/worthersee\/#Worthersee\" >W\u00f6rthersee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/worthersee\/#Accommodation_at_Worthersee\" >Accommodation at W\u00f6rthersee<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/worthersee\/#Our_Verified_Accommodation_Tips_at_Worthersee\" >Our Verified Accommodation Tips at W\u00f6rthersee:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/worthersee\/#Worthersee_plus_Card_%E2%80%93_Free_with_your_Stay\" >W\u00f6rthersee plus Card &#8211; Free with your Stay<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/worthersee\/#11_Trip_Ideas_around_Worthersee\" >11 Trip Ideas around W\u00f6rthersee<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/worthersee\/#1_Pyramidenkogel\" >1. Pyramidenkogel<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/worthersee\/#2_Maria_Worth\" >2. Maria W\u00f6rth<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/worthersee\/#3_Boat_trip_on_Worthersee\" >3. Boat trip on W\u00f6rthersee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/worthersee\/#4_Cycling_around_the_lake\" >4. Cycling around the lake<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/worthersee\/#5_Hiking\" >5. Hiking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/worthersee\/#6_Velden_am_Worthersee_or_Portschach_am_Worthersee\" >6. Velden am W\u00f6rthersee or P\u00f6rtschach am W\u00f6rthersee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/worthersee\/#7_Klagenfurt\" >7. Klagenfurt<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/worthersee\/#8_Minimundus_Klagenfurt\" >8. Minimundus (Klagenfurt)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/worthersee\/#9_Trip_to_Tscheppaschlucht_gorge_or_Hochosterwitz_Castle\" >9. Trip to Tscheppaschlucht gorge or Hochosterwitz Castle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/worthersee\/#10_Portschach_Beach\" >10. P\u00f6rtschach Beach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/worthersee\/#11_Swimming_outside_public_beaches\" >11. Swimming outside public beaches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/worthersee\/#Where_Can_Dogs_Swim_at_Worthersee\" >Where Can Dogs Swim at W\u00f6rthersee?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Worthersee_11_Trip_Ideas_Verified_Accommodations\"><\/span>W\u00f6rthersee: 11 Trip Ideas + Verified Accommodations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"515\">W\u00f6rthersee is the most famous lake in Carinthia. You&#8217;ll be amazed not only by its length but also by its stunning turquoise color. It&#8217;s surrounded by hills and towns that buzz with cafes, beaches, and promenades (not just) in summer. Thanks to its location in southern Austria, it&#8217;s pleasantly warm during the season, and the water temperatures are unusually high for Alpine conditions.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"515\">So for those of you who complain to us about the water temperature in mountain lakes in Upper Austria, head to Carinthia. Whether you come for swimming, cycling, viewpoints, or trips around the area, W\u00f6rthersee is an ideal base for a relaxing holiday.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"515\"><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/booking.stay22.com\/dovolenkarka\/UkTpiTcEXq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>&gt;&gt;HOT DEALS ON ACCOMMODATION AT W\u00d6RTHERSEE&lt;&lt;<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"515\"><a href=\"https:\/\/booking.stay22.com\/dovolenkarka\/UkTpiTcEXq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2066\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-16.-9.-2025-13_36_27.jpeg\" alt=\"W\u00f6rthersee\" width=\"1536\" height=\"737\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-16.-9.-2025-13_36_27.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-16.-9.-2025-13_36_27-768x368.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><\/a><\/h2>\n<h2 data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"515\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Worthersee\"><\/span>W\u00f6rthersee<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"515\">It&#8217;s located in the Austrian state of Carinthia, just a few hours&#8217; drive from us in southern Bohemia. It&#8217;s long been not just a destination for Austrian high society, but also a popular spot for Czech holidaymakers looking for a combination of swimming, nature, and cultural activities. W\u00f6rthersee can excite families with children, sports enthusiasts, couples, and solo travelers alike.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"515\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Accommodation_at_Worthersee\"><\/span>Accommodation at W\u00f6rthersee<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"515\">There are plenty of accommodation options around the lake, from <span style=\"color: #008000;\"><a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/booking.stay22.com\/dovolenkarka\/UkTpiTcEXq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">luxury hotels in Klagenfurt and Velden<\/a><\/span> to <span style=\"color: #008000;\"><a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/booking.stay22.com\/dovolenkarka\/UkTpiTcEXq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">smaller guesthouses and apartments in quieter parts of the lake<\/a><\/span> like P\u00f6rtschach or Krumpendorf. Prices tend to be higher than at typical Alpine lakes, but they match the quality of services.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"515\">If you&#8217;re traveling with family, I recommend finding <span style=\"color: #008000;\"><a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/booking.stay22.com\/dovolenkarka\/UkTpiTcEXq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">an apartment with a kitchenette and access to a private beach.<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"515\">For more demanding guests, there are <span style=\"color: #008000;\"><a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/booking.stay22.com\/dovolenkarka\/UkTpiTcEXq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">design hotels with wellness centers and lake views<\/a><\/span>. However, it&#8217;s necessary to book in advance during the season &#8211; W\u00f6rthersee is a popular destination (not just) in summer<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_Verified_Accommodation_Tips_at_Worthersee\"><\/span>Our Verified Accommodation Tips at W\u00f6rthersee:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/booking.stay22.com\/dovolenkarka\/UkTpiTcEXq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&gt;&gt;SHOW AVAILABLE ACCOMMODATIONS AT W\u00d6RTHERSEE HERE&lt;&lt; <\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p class=\"ddb12f4f86 pp-header__title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/booking.stay22.com\/dovolenkarka\/VqKCUU8Wdc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Das Seepark W\u00f6rthersee Resort<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Beautiful wellness hotel in nature and in the city at the same time <\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/booking.stay22.com\/dovolenkarka\/VqKCUU8Wdc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong><em><span style=\"color: #008000;\">Check available dates and price HERE<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/booking.stay22.com\/dovolenkarka\/VqKCUU8Wdc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2033\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Obrazek-10.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Obrazek-10.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Obrazek-10-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/booking.stay22.com\/dovolenkarka\/ivtZFCZF2z\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Boutique Apartments Velden <\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Nice and well-rated <span style=\"caret-color: #000000;\">boutique hotel right by the lake in Velden<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/booking.stay22.com\/dovolenkarka\/ivtZFCZF2z\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><em>Check available dates and price <\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/booking.stay22.com\/dovolenkarka\/ivtZFCZF2z\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2035\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Obrazek-13.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"569\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Obrazek-13.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Obrazek-13-768x426.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"https:\/\/booking.stay22.com\/dovolenkarka\/i5ujVLGEU4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Hotel R\u00f6sch<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Pleasant 3* accommodation with breakfast by the river, about a kilometer from W\u00f6rthersee<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/booking.stay22.com\/dovolenkarka\/i5ujVLGEU4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><em><span style=\"color: #008000;\">Check available dates and price HERE<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/booking.stay22.com\/dovolenkarka\/i5ujVLGEU4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2034\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Obrazek-12.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Obrazek-12.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Obrazek-12-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Worthersee_plus_Card_%E2%80%93_Free_with_your_Stay\"><\/span>W\u00f6rthersee plus Card &#8211; Free with your Stay<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"24\" data-is-only-node=\"\">W\u00f6rthersee Plus Card<\/strong><\/span> is a welcome bonus for tourists and offers dozens of discounts and free entries that can significantly enhance and reduce the cost of your stay. With it, you can visit places like the Pyramidenkogel observation tower for free or at a discounted rate, enjoy a boat trip on the lake, have free entry to several beaches or swimming pools, visit Minimundus, or use discounted cable car rides in the area.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/booking.stay22.com\/dovolenkarka\/UkTpiTcEXq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2055\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/pyramidenkogel-4871400_1920.jpg\" alt=\"W\u00f6rthersee\" width=\"1870\" height=\"1139\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/pyramidenkogel-4871400_1920.jpg 1870w, https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/pyramidenkogel-4871400_1920-768x467.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1870px) 100vw, 1870px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>You usually get the card <span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"464\">for free directly at the reception of your hotel, guesthouse, or apartment<\/strong><\/span> if it&#8217;s among the official partner accommodations in the W\u00f6rthersee, Klagenfurt, and surrounding region. It&#8217;s valid for the duration of your stay and for some services even for children, so it&#8217;s particularly worthwhile for multi-day holidays when you can combine swimming, trips, and cultural experiences.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/booking.stay22.com\/dovolenkarka\/UkTpiTcEXq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2059\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/minimundus-375285_1920.jpg\" alt=\"W\u00f6rthersee\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/minimundus-375285_1920.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/minimundus-375285_1920-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Most accommodations offer it from just 1 night. <span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>You can get more information directly at the reception of your chosen hotel. <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Trip_Ideas_around_Worthersee\"><\/span>11 Trip Ideas around W\u00f6rthersee<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Pyramidenkogel\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1040\">1. Pyramidenkogel<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>An iconic observation tower above the lake that you can&#8217;t miss. You can take a panoramic elevator up and come down via Europe&#8217;s longest covered slide. The views of the entire W\u00f6rthersee and the Karawanks always take our breath away. We&#8217;ve put this trip first because you can do it even as a supplementary excursion when just passing by the lake.<\/li>\n<li>It&#8217;s the world&#8217;s tallest wooden observation tower (100 meters) and offers a panoramic view of the entire W\u00f6rthersee and surrounding mountains. You can get here by car or on foot.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/booking.stay22.com\/dovolenkarka\/UkTpiTcEXq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2056\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/landscape-7096758_1920.jpg\" alt=\"W\u00f6rthersee\" width=\"1920\" height=\"933\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/landscape-7096758_1920.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/landscape-7096758_1920-768x373.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2054\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/pyramidenkogel-4582252_1920-2.jpg\" alt=\"W\u00f6rthersee\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/pyramidenkogel-4582252_1920-2.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/pyramidenkogel-4582252_1920-2-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Maria_Worth\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"1715\">2. Maria W\u00f6rth<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>A picturesque peninsula with a small church that often appears on postcards. A place made for romantic walks or a short stop during a boat trip on the lake. One of our favorite spots by the lake.<\/li>\n<li>The local church is mentioned as early as the 9th century. An ideal place for an evening walk and sunset photography<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2064\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-16.-9.-2025-13_18_26.jpeg\" alt=\"W\u00f6rthersee\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-16.-9.-2025-13_18_26.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-16.-9.-2025-13_18_26-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Boat_trip_on_Worthersee\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"1918\">3. Boat trip on W\u00f6rthersee<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>A cruise between towns is a comfortable way to see the lake from a different perspective. Boats run regularly and stop at the main resorts.<\/li>\n<li>Plan a &#8220;hop-on\/hop-off&#8221; trip around the lake. It&#8217;s a convenient way to alternate between beaches and towns without having to drive. The fleet runs daily from spring to autumn, and a day ticket allows unlimited transfers.<\/li>\n<li>Four-legged friends are also welcome on board &#8211; muzzle and leash are, of course, required.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/booking.stay22.com\/dovolenkarka\/UkTpiTcEXq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2050\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/austria-2283548_1920-2.jpg\" alt=\"W\u00f6rthersee\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1277\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/austria-2283548_1920-2.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/austria-2283548_1920-2-768x510.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2041\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Snimek-obrazovky-2025-09-15-v-14.31.17.png\" alt=\"W\u00f6rthersee\" width=\"954\" height=\"736\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Snimek-obrazovky-2025-09-15-v-14.31.17.png 954w, https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Snimek-obrazovky-2025-09-15-v-14.31.17-768x592.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 954px) 100vw, 954px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Cycling_around_the_lake\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"2046\" data-end=\"2073\">4. Cycling around the lake<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>A relatively easy 41 km route along the shore with cafes and swimming bays along the way. If you&#8217;re doing a cycling trip just for one day, you can find bike rentals ideally in Klagenfurt and Velden.<\/li>\n<li>The route is mostly flat, with a few gentle climbs, and passes through picturesque towns like <strong data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"228\">Velden, P\u00f6rtschach, Maria W\u00f6rth, Reifnitz, and Klagenfurt<\/strong>. It mostly runs on asphalt or high-quality paved roads and is suitable even for recreational cyclists.<\/li>\n<li>At several points, there&#8217;s an option to combine the trip with the aforementioned <strong data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"400\">boat transport<\/strong> if you want to shorten or vary your route.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Hiking\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>5. Hiking<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2474\">There are several marked trails in the area not only for cyclists but also for hiking holidaymakers, such as climbs to nearby hills with beautiful views. You can also hike from the lake to the aforementioned observation tower.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1292\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2051\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/carinthia-3671365_1920-2.jpg\" alt=\"W\u00f6rthersee\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1285\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/carinthia-3671365_1920-2.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/carinthia-3671365_1920-2-768x514.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Velden_am_Worthersee_or_Portschach_am_Worthersee\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1124\">6. Velden am W\u00f6rthersee or P\u00f6rtschach am W\u00f6rthersee<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1292\">A stylish town on the western shore of the lake is also known for its vibrant atmosphere. We were personally impressed by the promenade and the iconic Schloss Velden hotel. Ideal for evening walks and a drink by the water.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1292\">It&#8217;s also worth visiting the town of P\u00f6rtschach am W\u00f6rther See, which we find great for water activities\n<div class=\"r2VLS\">\n<div data-ias=\"false\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2053\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/portschach-2399292_1920.jpg\" alt=\"W\u00f6rthersee\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1075\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/portschach-2399292_1920.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/portschach-2399292_1920-768x430.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1485\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Klagenfurt\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1311\">7. Klagenfurt<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1485\">The capital of Carinthia offers many places worth visiting. You&#8217;ll find a historic center, a beautiful botanical garden, and most importantly, Minimundus.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Minimundus_Klagenfurt\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"1892\">8. Minimundus (Klagenfurt)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The so-called &#8220;Small World&#8221; with famous buildings at a 1:25 scale. The place is great to visit with children or as a relaxing program during bad weather.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2057\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/minimundus-375281_1920.jpg\" alt=\"W\u00f6rthersee\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/minimundus-375281_1920.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/minimundus-375281_1920-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2058\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/minimundus-375288_1920.jpg\" alt=\"W\u00f6rthersee\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/minimundus-375288_1920.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/minimundus-375288_1920-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Trip_to_Tscheppaschlucht_gorge_or_Hochosterwitz_Castle\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"2235\" data-end=\"2300\">9. Trip to Tscheppaschlucht gorge or Hochosterwitz Castle<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Adrenaline-pumping walkways, waterfalls, and a suspension bridge in the gorge near Ferlach (open only in season), or a medieval castle on a rock with the famous 14 Gates Path. Both places can be visited by car from W\u00f6rthersee in less than half an hour.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2062\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-16.-9.-2025-13_11_09.jpeg\" alt=\"W\u00f6rthersee\" width=\"1536\" height=\"862\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-16.-9.-2025-13_11_09.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-16.-9.-2025-13_11_09-768x431.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2063\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-16.-9.-2025-13_16_12.jpeg\" alt=\"W\u00f6rthersee\" width=\"1536\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-16.-9.-2025-13_16_12.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/ChatGPT-Image-16.-9.-2025-13_16_12-768x512.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Portschach_Beach\"><\/span><strong data-start=\"2078\" data-end=\"2110\">10. P\u00f6rtschach Beach<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>If you&#8217;re looking for swimming with all the comforts and attractions for both young and old, this is the place for you. A well-maintained beach, slides, diving boards, and a view of the lake straight out of a catalog. Promotional photo of the beach:<\/li>\n<li>Link to the beach: <b>sup.woerthersee.com\/promenadenbad-poertschach<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2031\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Obrazek-17.jpg\" alt=\"W\u00f6rthersee - beach\" width=\"950\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Obrazek-17.jpg 950w, https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Obrazek-17-768x509.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2032\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Obrazek-16.jpg\" alt=\"W\u00f6rthersee - beach \" width=\"950\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Obrazek-16.jpg 950w, https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Obrazek-16-768x509.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Swimming_outside_public_beaches\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>11. Swimming outside public beaches<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Personally, we prefer swimming &#8220;in the wild&#8221;, away from busy public beaches, and from our own experience, we know that even at such a popular lake as W\u00f6rthersee, you can find several pleasant bays for private swimming. Go on foot or by bike around the lake and find your own spot.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/booking.stay22.com\/dovolenkarka\/UkTpiTcEXq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2052\" src=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/lake-3638318_1920-2.jpg\" alt=\"W\u00f6rthersee\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/lake-3638318_1920-2.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/lake-3638318_1920-2-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_Can_Dogs_Swim_at_Worthersee\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"caret-color: #000000;\"><b>Where Can Dogs Swim at W\u00f6rthersee? <\/b><\/span><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Dogs are not allowed to enter the water at public beaches around W\u00f6rthersee, but there are still plenty of options. Proven locations include Forstsee (marked sections), Kleiner See north of Forstsee, Trattnigteich (selected parts), and Hafnersee, which has a designated dog beach. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Right by the lake, there&#8217;s a &#8220;Hundewiese&#8221; next to Strandbad Klagenfurt where dogs can also go into the water. Dogs are also welcome on boats on W\u00f6rthersee, with a muzzle and on a leash. <\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>You could say that W\u00f6rthersee is like an Alpine Riviera, where water activities, light hiking, cycling, and cultural trips are nicely combined. Just choose a place from which you&#8217;ll make your trips, and then it&#8217;s up to you and the current weather whether you&#8217;re tempted by a quiet bay or the vibrant atmosphere of one of the local towns.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you come for an extended weekend or a week, we believe you&#8217;ll leave feeling like you want to come back.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>You might also be interested in: <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dovolenkarka.cz\/vylet-k-hintersee-a-ramsau\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Trip to Hintersee and Ramsau in Bavaria <\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dovolenkarka.cz\/vylety-ve-styrsku\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">8 trip ideas in Styria<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #008000;\" href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/9-autumn-lake-tips-in-austria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">9 autumn tips for lakes in Austria<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/trip-to-lake-schiederweiher\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><strong>Trip to Lake Schiederweiher<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Save this tip for trips around W\u00f6rthersee on Pinterest so you can easily find the post: <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/ext\/embed.html?id=1049057306962282557\" width=\"345\" height=\"714\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>W\u00f6rthersee: 11 Trip Ideas + Verified Accommodations W\u00f6rthersee is the most famous lake in Carinthia. You&#8217;ll be amazed not only by its length but also by its stunning turquoise color. It&#8217;s surrounded by hills and towns that buzz with cafes, beaches, and promenades (not just) in summer. Thanks to its location in southern Austria, it&#8217;s pleasantly warm during the season, and the water temperatures are unusually high for Alpine conditions. So for those of you who complain to us about the water temperature in mountain lakes in Upper Austria, head to Carinthia. Whether you come for swimming, cycling, viewpoints, or <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":3458,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":true,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[467],"tags":[472,475,474,470,471,473,469,468],"class_list":["post-2481","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-carinthia","tag-accommodation-at-worthersee","tag-dog-beach-at-worthersee","tag-dogs-at-worthersee","tag-trips-around-worthersee","tag-what-to-do-at-worthersee","tag-where-dogs-can-swim-at-worthersee","tag-woerthersee","tag-worthersee","has_thumb"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2481","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2481"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2481\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5868,"href":"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2481\/revisions\/5868"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3458"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2481"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2481"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rakouskajezera.cz\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2481"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}