Tourism and nature in Carinthia and Sexten

The alpine regions of Carinthia, Austria, and Sexten offer diverse recreational opportunities ranging from wellness to outdoor adventure. In Sexten, the Bad Moos hotel utilizes a local sulfur spring as part of a holistic wellness concept, situated against the backdrop of the Dolomites and the Fischleintal valley.

Carinthia features approximately 1,270 lakes, including the Weissensee, a protected nature park known for its fjord-like appearance and high altitude. Visitors can utilize the Slow Trail for hiking or travel via the MS Alpenperle, an electric-hybrid ship. Other regional highlights include the Pyramidenkogel, which boasts the world’s highest wooden observation tower and Europe’s highest indoor slide, and the Wörthersee and Faaker See lakes.

The region is also recognized as the world’s first Slow Food Travel Destination, emphasizing culinary traditions such as Kasnudeln workshops and high-end dining at Michelin-starred establishments.