Lake Worthersee Holidays

The Worthersee is one of the most famous holiday lakes in Austria and has been attracting discerning holiday visitors since the 19^th century. Breathtaking scenery and sophisticated resorts make for memorable holidays in the Austrian lakes. The sunny summer climate and Mediterranean holiday atmosphere are reminiscent of the famous lake resorts of Italy. Towns like Velden and Portschach still retain the rather exclusive atmosphere of the “Austrian Riviera”. Worthersee holiday resorts are particularly romantic at night. The summer holiday season sees plenty of festivals and concerts in towns and villages. You can search and book Worthersee lake holidays online or by phone with directline-holidays.

 

Most visitors head for the famous towns on the north shore. Velden is a sophisticated resort with a stylish lakeside promenade and a cosmopolitan ambience. Beautiful hotels and fine dining make Velden a top destination for luxury holidays in the Austrian lakes. Stylish Portschach enjoys a gorgeous location on a peninsula on the north shore. You will also find Worthersee holiday accommodation in the Carinthian capital of Klagenfurt. For quiet Worthensee holidays head for the less developed southern shore. The ferry service is an idyllic way to explore the main resorts and smaller lakeside villages. For cheap holidays on Lake Worther try guest houses, private rentals and campsites. Look out for surprisingly cheap Worthersee holiday offers in early and late season.

 

In common with all the holiday lakes of southern Austria, the Worthensee boasts idyllic water temperatures for swimming and water sports. Walkers will find gentle lakeside strolls and a wealth of beautiful marked footpaths in the surrounding hills. Cyclists will enjoy the lakeside cycle path that runs from Velden to Klagenfurt. Few Austrian lake holiday destinations can rival the Worthensee when it comes to gloriously scenic golf. Winter holiday visitors will find open-air skating and a charming Christmas atmosphere. Excellent public transport make this stunning Austrian lake holiday region a terrific base for touring Carinthia. Lake Worther is also a great stopover for travellers heading to Italy and Slovenia Find cheap Worthersee lake holiday deals and the best Austrian lakes and mountains holiday offers with our online search.