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Klagenfurt am Wörthersee [4] (German: [ˌklaːɡn̩fʊʁt ʔam ˈvœʁtɐzeː] ⓘ; [5] Slovene: Celovec; [6] Austro-Bavarian: Klognfuat; Carinthian Slovene: Clouvc; usually known as simply Klagenfurt (English: / ˈ k l ɑː ɡ ən f ʊər t / KLAH-gən-foort [7])) is the capital and largest city of the Austrian state of Carinthia ...
Oct 5, 2013 · Finding the pleasure of life between downtown and the lake. What to do & where to go: Discover Klagenfurt am Wörthersee from the experts, including fun activities & year-round events. More here!
- Lake Worthersee. One of the main reasons people visit the beautiful town of Klagenfurt is to take advantage of the immense Lake Worthersee that sits right next to Klagenfurt’s west side.
- Hochosterwitz Castle. Located in the small village of Hochosterwitz which is a 20 minute drive to the north east of Klagenfurt, Hochosterwitz castle is a stunning piece of medieval architecture and is considered one of Austria’s finest examples remaining.
- Worthersee Stadium. Sporting stadiums are often huge structures that take the centre of attention in a city – The Worthersee stadium fits this mould and has a capacity of 32,000 and is used for various sporting events.
- Rauschelesee. Klagenfurt is surrounded by beautiful lakes and woodland and the Rauschelesee lake has both. While only small in comparison to its larger sisters Worthersee and Keutschacher, this lake is still a wonderful place to visit and offers swimming and fishing in its waters.
- Take a Drive to Hochosterwitz Castle. Perched high atop a craggy peak some 160 meters above the town of Launsdorf, just 21 kilometers northeast of Klagenfurt, the imposing Hochosterwitz Castle (Burg Hochosterwitz) makes a perfect diversion on your way to (or from) this popular Austrian city.
- Make a Pilgrimage to Maria Saal Cathedral. The Pilgrimage Church of Maria Saal (Propstei- und Wallfahrtskirche Maria Himmelfahrt), more often than not referred to as Maria Saal (St.
- Visit Neuer Platz and the Dragon Fountain. The central feature of the newer part of Klagenfurt is the spacious Neuer Platz. Home to the city's most famous landmark, it's here you'll find the famous (and massive) Dragon Fountain (Lindwurmbrunnen).
- The Landhaus and the Emblem Halls. Between Alter Platz and Heiligengeistplatz stands Klagenfurt's most imposing secular building, the Landhaus. Constructed between 1574-90 on the site of an earlier moated ducal castle, the building is notable for its two impressive onion-domed towers and its lovely two-storied arcaded courtyard.
The Carinthian provincial capital Klagenfurt am Wörthersee enchants everyone with its southern buzz and distinctive charm.
Klagenfurt am Wörthersee offers a wonderful blend of nature and culture, indulgence and outdoor adventure. The vibrant old town is edged by idyllic surroundings with green woods, gentle meadows and the crystal-clear water of Lake Wörthersee.
Sep 24, 2018 · Carinthia’s capital, Klagenfurt, in Southern Austria is a pretty and laid-back town perfect for a weekend getaway. Its location right at the Lake Wörthersee makes it especially attractive in summer when sunbathers and water sport enthusiasts hit the city beaches.
