The Alpe-Adria region.
Vacation at the intersection of three cultures.
Where Austria, Italy and Slovenia meet, the influences of three cultures merge into a special living space that also presents itself as an exceptional place to enjoy. Carinthia, Slovenia, Friuli-Venezia Giulia: three countries, three regions, three cultures. Each unique and yet closely connected - in terms of customs, lifestyle and, of course, cuisine. In the border triangle, you can hear three languages and experience three cultures in one day, look down from high mountain peaks onto an idyllic lake landscape and enjoy a cappuccino on the Mediterranean. Here you will find all the ingredients for an unforgettable vacation in the heart of Europe.
The variety of flavors of the Alps-Adriatic region has developed from the hospitality of the past centuries as well as from the innovative and creative talent of the new generations. The triad of mountain - lake - sea is the basis for an extraordinary culinary and experience quality that is well worth exploring. So it's no wonder that southern temperament and alpine down-to-earthness have produced the most delicious dishes. It is no coincidence that Carinthian Kasnudeln resemble Italian ravioli. And the Carinthian Reindling is also known as Gubana in Friuli and Pohača in Slovenia. The region places great value on traditional preparations and fresh, regional products. Friuli is ahead when it comes to wine, but Carinthia - where vine cultivation has been documented since 888 - and Slovenia are catching up with ever better red and white wines.
The people in the Alps-Adriatic region are close to their homeland and tradition-conscious, yet open and hospitable. Lively cities such as Ljubljana, Trieste and Udine are just a stone's throw away. Thanks to its location on the southern side of the Alps, the pleasant climate with many hours of sunshine makes the southern lifestyle tangible. The Carinthian cities of Klagenfurt and Villach also have a Mediterranean feel. Here, a borderless Europe is truly lived: Carinthians travel to the Italian border town of Tarvis for a quick lunch, Italians come to Lake Wörthersee for an evening at the casino.
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Day trips to the Alps-Adriatic region.
The location of the Karnerhof is ideal for day trips in the Alpe-Adria region. The borders to Italy and Slovenia are only a few minutes away by car. If you like it sporty, you can hike Carinthia, Slovenia and Italy on the Alpe-Adria Trail or explore them by bike on the Alpe-Adria Cycle Path.
The Alpe-Adria-Trail.
The Alpe-Adria-Trail connects the three regions of Carinthia, Slovenia and Friuli-Venezia Giulia over a total of 43 stages and around 750 km. The long-distance hiking trail leads from the foot of Austria's highest mountain, the Grossglockner, through the most beautiful Carinthian mountain and lake regions and without major detours to the crossroads of the three countries of Austria, Italy and Slovenia and on to the Adriatic Sea in Muggia.
Stage 21 Alpe-Adria-Trail: Velden - Faaker See / Baumgartnerhöhe
21.3km 559hm 6:45 hours
Over 21.3 km and approx. 560 meters in altitude, this enjoyable tour takes you from Velden along the picturesque Drau river, home to numerous birds and animals, and past an idyllic valley called Turkey (site of a Turkish army camp in the 15th century) in an estimated seven hours. Lake Faak, with its impressive turquoise color, then awaits, and along the Way of St. James, the path leads skywards to the Finkenstein castle arena.
