Sports & Activities

Digital leisure companion “My Nassfeld Buddy” – the web app offers you an interactive holiday planner. In addition to topographical hiking maps of the entire region, it includes cycling, hiking or mountain tours. Besides numerous tour tips, you will also receive interesting information about various attractions and excursion destinations in the Nassfeld Pressegger See region.

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The free +CARD holiday is available at the hotel reception upon check-in and offers free travel on the summer mountain lifts in the Nassfeld region. Entry to the public beaches around Lake Pressegger See is also free of charge with the +CARD holiday. In addition, many other benefits are included in the +CARD holiday, which will enrich your family holiday with unforgettable experiences! 

The Nassfeld summer mountain lifts are perfect for families and offer hiking and biking enthusiasts an unforgettable experience. With marvellous panoramic views of the mountain landscapes, they are the ideal starting point for adventures. Comfortable and carefree, they transport visitors to the summits and allow them to enjoy nature to the full. Whether on foot or by bike, the mountain lifts are in operation throughout the summer and guarantee unforgettable moments in the mountains.
Opening hours of the following mountain lifts in summer:

• Gartnerkofelexpress 30.05. - 07.06.2024 & 03.10. - 06.10.2024
• Millenium Express 16.09. - 29.09.2024
• Madritschen chairlift 17.10. - 03.11.2024
• all 3 lifts 08.06. - 15.09.2024

Around the Nassfeld in the Carnic Alps - in the Rosskofel massif as well as on the Trogkofel and Gartnerkofel - there are some attractive climbing possibilities. One of the most attractive routes - the "Däumling" - is located at the freely accessible Gartnerkofel massif. With difficulty level B/C and a length of 500 metres, 150 metres of altitude difference are overcome. Further up, at the top of the rock tower, a great view of the Alps awaits you.

On over 1000 kilometers of marked hiking trails, 25 themed trails as well as long-distance hiking and pilgrim trails, hiking enthusiasts can really unfold their hiking potential. The breathtaking mountain landscape is dominated by the Gailtal Alps (Drauzug) on one side and the Carnic Alps on the other. The +CARD holiday is included in your booking and allows free use of the cable cars, bus lines, free access to lidos on Lake Pressegger and many more benefits in the region.

Travel through a unique natural world on the Nassfeld Geotrail, straddling the border between Austria and Italy.

Take a mountain cart on an adventurous ride around Tressdorfer Alm. Closed in winter. Children from 14 years of age and a minimum height of 150 cm. The Millennium Express journey is covered by the +Card Holiday.

46 marked mountain bike and bicycle tours - including 8 single trails - can be ridden at all levels of ability and altitude. Many mountain bike routes, the "MEX-Line I" trail directly in Tröpolach and the the "Nature Lines" provide a vast variety for the likes of all bike fans. Three summer cable cars with bike transport provide a comfortable "uphill" if required. Tip: Arrive directly at the hotel. The over 4 km long flow trail "MEX - Line I" stretches from the Gmanberg at 1044 m to Tröpolach. This trail runs over forest and meadow passages and includes steep curves and jumps.

Experience a golfing holiday on 70 hectares between the impressive landscapes of the Gailtal Valley and Carnic Alps. Enjoy benefits with the +Card Holiday

In the middle of the World of Mountains & Lakes, holidaymakers embark on an adventurous journey along the Gail. The 122-kilometre-long river runs partially through a deep gorge. From canyoning to river tubing and kayaking, adventurers and water fans have all kinds of options for water sports.

Tobogganing is also fun in summer. Especially on the longest summer toboggan run in Carinthia. June 12th to September 26th, children up to 7 years of age are only allowed to ride with their parents. The Millennium Express journey is covered by the +Card Holiday

The Lake Pressegger See slow trail offers peace and quiet by the reeds.
 

A short break to Italy to take in a little of the Mediterranean lifestyle is worthwhile at any time of year.

A guided llama trek promises adventure and new experiences for the whole group. Children under 10 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. A carrier backpack for small children is recommended.

Taking a peek together behind the scenes at the Gailtålbauer farm is both fun and educational. Open from April to October. Benefits can be enjoyed with the Kärnten Card and the +Card Holiday. Advance booking is required for weekends.

Enjoy impressive views on the Carnic Milky Way while hiking through dairy pastures and constellations.

Best hiking time: June – October

Climbing, flying fox and archery? Try them all out at Carinthia's largest outdoor park at Tressdorfer Alm. Open: June-September, For children over 100 cm high, Book online. The Millennium Express journey is covered by the +Card Holiday

Whether for skiing or snowboarding, for sunbathing or the après-ski: the versatile ski area at Sun Ski World has just the right thing to offer for every winter fan. 110 kilometres of slopes at all levels of difficulty offer the perfect stage for everyone, from beginners to professionals. A large number of rustic huts and culinary delights provide that extra helping of mountain delight.

The Nassfeld ski area is one of the largest and most diverse ski areas in Carinthia. Enjoy the luxury of the 40 different slopes at different difficulty levels, the freestyle area and the fun slope. There are also 25 different restaurants and ski huts, where you can linger over a meal.

A true highlight for all freestyle fans is Snowpark Nassfeld, located in the Gartnerkofel-Watschiger Alm area. With kickers, rails and boxes with different degrees of difficulty, freestyle rookies and pros alike will find the obstacles for them. The setup is also constantly being updated, and therefore offers constant variations. Free freestyle workshops with professional trainers take place in the snow park every Sunday.

With the skins on the skis, going up over the snow is easy, while you are so close to nature. The equipment is provided by ski rentals in the area. It is recommended you do a tour like this with a guide, as a certain amount of knowledge is required to stay safe in open terrain. There are a multitude of options offered on the various tours, for example, from tour 14 towards Auernig (approx. 3 h) to tour 11 on the Gartnerkofel (approx. 4.5 - 6 h).

A great hike through the snow-covered fields and forests without constantly falling into the snow? This is exactly what you can do on a snowshoe hike. If you are looking for a change from the slopes, this is just the thing. Our guides take you through forests and over fields through the beautiful winter wonderland. Discover unique and secret spots. Further information is available at reception or in the Base Camp Sports Corner.

Enjoy the wonderful hiking trails away from the ski slopes. Stroll through the snow-covered meadows and along the hiking trails in the Nassfeld area. Here, too, you can find everything from easy to difficult and from short to long winter hikes. You can find a wide selection of hiking trails and times for the various trails at reception or here.

Ready, steady....Go! Put your feet up and the toboggan goes down at full speed. The perfect change from a day of skiing. You can get to the starting point of the toboggan run on foot, by train or by shuttle. 5 toboggan runs are also illuminated in the evening, and you can linger a little longer in the rustic huts and then start the return journey under the starry sky. Toboggans are available to rent for a small fee at various locations on site, depending on which toboggan run you choose.

Try the 22 km long network of trails on Nassfeld, where you can also take in the biathlon practice centre and improve your shooting. Equipment and cross-country skiing boots can be rented on site (At our partners), so nothing stands in the way of your cross-country skiing adventure! Enjoy the view while you glide along the cross-country ski trails.

If you love ice skating, you will be in a true ice-skating paradise here. With 55 hectares of natural ice and a 2.5 km long circular track, you will find everything that makes an ice skater's heart beat faster. There are various ice rinks, which all offer unique flora and fauna to enjoy. All you have to do is grind the runners and hit the ice!

A leisurely horse-drawn sleigh ride follows an enchanting winter backdrop. Perfect for revitalizing tired legs. More information at Falkensteiner Sonnenalpe hotel reception