Cycling at
Lake Wörthersee
For cyclists
Cycling holidays on Lake Wörthersee
A paradise for cycling enthusiasts
In the Wörthersee region, the first rays of sunshine spark a passion for cycling earlier than anywhere else in the Alps.
Whilst the snow is still melting elsewhere, trekking cyclists, mountain bikers, road cyclists
and the growing community of gravel cyclists here in southern Austria are already clocking up the first kilometres of the year.
Discover the Wörthersee region
At WERZERS, your cycling holiday becomes a journey of discovery
What makes every tour we organise at Lake Wörthersee so special? It’s the unbeatable Carinthian trio. Whilst the Mountain-Lake Panorama provides the perfect backdrop, the Alps-Adriatic cuisine provides the energy you need for the next climb. Best of all – after a gravel adventure in the hinterland, a leisurely ride round Lake Wörthersee on a trekking bike or a road bike lap of the lake, ultimate refreshment awaits right there in the turquoise waters. Anyone looking for a combination of first-class facilities, unspoilt nature and a mild climate will love cycling here.
Leisurely cycling between the mountains and the lake
Welcome to the Wörthersee Bike Hub! All around our hotel on Lake Wörthersee, you’ll find facilities that leave nothing to be desired. Whether you love a gentle ride alongside the water, are looking for a sporting challenge in the mountains, want to pick up speed on the road, or wish to discover the new ‘Hidden Trails’ on a gravel bike – here in the sunny south of Austria, thanks to the mild climate, the cycling fun often begins as early as the end of March.
Set off. Live life to the full.
For anyone wishing to combine cycling with a zest for life, wellness, Lake Wörthersee and fine dining, the WERZERS is the ideal base. Cycle at a leisurely pace along the sparkling lakeshore or explore the nearby Keutschach 4-Seental valley or any of the many other routes; you can also hire any type of bike from the local tourist office and the two specialist cycle shops in Pörtschach. Whether it’s an (e-)trekking bike, an (e-)mountain bike, a road bike or a gravel bike – there’s the right bike for every need.
Cycling holiday
The top reasons
We are a Bett + Bike member establishment. This certification by the ADFC (Allgemeiner Deutscher Fahrrad-Club) as Bett+Bike establishment is a genuine mark of quality that guarantees safety and comfort for cycle tourists.
Here are the top reasons why we are your perfect cycling base:
Stay for just one night: We warmly welcome cycling guests even if they’re only staying for one night. (Subject to availability)
Security for your bike: Park your bike in our specially lockable bike storage room.
No bike with you: We have all kinds of hire bikes, child trailers, children’s bikes and helmets
Service whatever the weather: A sudden rain shower or a breakdown. We’ll come and pick you up.
First aid for your bike: A bike repair kit is available right here in the building for minor breakdowns.
For more serious issues, we’ll immediately put you in touch with the nearest specialist bike repair workshop
Refreshments & directions: Start your day with a cyclist’s breakfast rich in vitamins and carbohydrates.
Radhotel Pörtschach
Countless routes for all levels of ability
Carinthia is a paradise for cyclists of all kinds. Right from the hotel, you can enjoy a leisurely cycle along Lake Wörthersee or explore the rolling hills over hill and dale. There’s a route to suit every preference.
Tour highlights from Pörtschach:
- Cycle one stage of the Carinthian Lake Loop along Lake Wörthersee to Velden, then take cycle routes R4 and R1 to Villach. The final stage to Villach takes you along the Drau Cycle Route. Once you arrive in Villach, take the S-Bahn with your bike and return to Pörtschach. If you’re not ready to stop there, cycle back along the same route.
- Another stage takes you directly north from us towards Moosburg, continuing on to Lake Maltschach or Lake Hörzendorf. This tour takes you to lesser-known and smaller lakes that are every bit as beautiful as the famous Carinthian lakes.
A route of around 30 kilometres, of moderate difficulty, takes you right through the nearby Rosental valley.
The route stretches over 48 kilometres from here to Klagenfurt and on to Lake Rauschele and Lake Keutschach, via Velden, back to Pörtschach
Discover Carinthia on 1,300 km of signposted cycle routes. Whether you’re taking it easy by the lakeside or tackling top routes such as the Drau Cycle Route and the Seen-Schleife – thanks to “Kärnten rent e-bike”, you can enjoy maximum freedom. With around 50 hire stations across the region, you can flexibly hire and return your e-bike wherever suits you best.
For anyone who loves speed
Road bike
Our mild climate on the southern side of the Alps means you can enjoy cycling from as early as March right through to November. For road cycling enthusiasts, we offer a wide variety of routes to suit all ability levels. Discover the many routes starting right from our house.
Adventures off the tarmac
Gravel bike
Gravel adventures & World Series at Lake Wörthersee
Discover Carinthia’s ‘Hidden Trails’ off the tarmac – the perfect blend of speed, nature and culinary breaks. Whether it’s a leisurely search for Soul Places or a sporting challenge: As an official part of the UCI Gravel World Series, the Wörthersee Gravel Race offers both professionals and amateur cyclists a world-class event right on our doorstep.
For more information, click here.
Over hill and dale
Mountain bike
Around Pörtschach, Techelsberg and Krumpendorf, you can enjoy relaxing mountain bike rides away from the hustle and bustle. Instead of steep drops, the focus here is on peaceful forest trails and gentle panoramic routes – ideal for enjoying nature on the northern shore to the full.
Enjoy magical
moments at
Lake Wörthersee
Your break starts here
