Cycling holidays in Austria by the lake

Cycling at Lake Faak

Karglhof is right in the heart of one of the most diverse cycling regions in the Alps. Between lakes and mountains, on well-maintained paths or technical trails - here you’ll experience cycling holidays at the highest level. Thanks to the long cycling season on the southern side of the Alps, the adventure starts right outside your door.

Relaxed riding fun at Lake Faak

E-biking & leisure cycling

Carinthia is easy to explore on the region’s many signposted cycle routes. A particular favourite: the cycle tour around Lake Faak. It takes you through idyllic landscapes, past fields and small villages, and always invites you to stop and linger. Rental stations in the area offer modern e-bikes, with child seats or trailers available on request. We’re happy to help with planning and always have the right tips - from leisurely family rides to more challenging routes.

More about Lake Faak

On the region’s best trails

Mountain biking at Lake Faak

As an official lake.bike basecamp, Karglhof is the perfect starting point for your mountain biking adventures. You set off straight into an extensive network of built trails and natural routes. Highlights include the Flowgartner Trail, the Kopein Trail or the 3-Country Tour into neighbouring Slovenia and Italy.

The region around Villach, Lake Faak and Lake Ossiach has won multiple awards - Karglhof itself is a recipient of the MTB-hotels.info Award and is one of the best bike accommodations in all of Carinthia.

Perfectly prepared for cycling tours at Lake Faak

Service & facilities at Karglhof

At Karglhof, you’ll find bike-friendly apartments, lockable bike storage rooms, washing facilities and plenty of space to relax. For those who want to go deeper, professional bike guides are also available - for example, through our partners like Alpbrothers or Ride Company. If you don’t bring your own bike, you can easily rent one at the Faaker See Bike Centre - right nearby.