{"id":2382,"date":"2021-10-17T14:33:35","date_gmt":"2021-10-17T14:33:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cyclingdestination.cc\/?p=2382"},"modified":"2021-10-17T14:33:35","modified_gmt":"2021-10-17T14:33:35","slug":"cycling-in-carinthia-is-fantastic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cyclingdestination.cc\/en\/verhalen\/fietsen-in-karinthie-is-fantastisch","title":{"rendered":"Austria with a touch of the Mediterranean: Carinthia."},"content":{"rendered":"


Forget Tyrol<\/a>, Salzburgerland or Stiermarken<\/a>. There is a piece of Austria that can compete with the top of beautiful cycling destinations. We are talking about Carinthia, or Karinthia. It borders Slovenia<\/a> and Italy and with a lovely mix of hills, flat land, water and gravel, this is a must-see destination in the famous Alpine country. Cycling in Austria and especially cycling in Carinthia is fantastic. To underline the quality of the region: Johnny Hoogerland has landed there and runs a beautiful cycling pension<\/a> that\u2019s what his name stands for. Perhaps it\u2019s a coincidence or just talent, but \u2018sjonnie\u2019 has since won the Granfondo World Championships. There\u2019s good reason to take a closer look at the region and see where your cycling holiday should begin.
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View over Carinthia (C) K\u00e4rnten Tourismus<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Not much to complain about(furt)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We couldn\u2019t let this wordplay go unpunished. To be honest, there\u2019s not much to complain about in this region. The weather is pleasant from March to November. There\u2019s little traffic, and with the Hohe Tauern National Park you have a variety of climbs and stunning nature. So you don\u2019t have to get bored. You can only complain about the weather back home, because cycling in Carinthia is fantastic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The gravel around the W\u00f6rthersee is beautiful<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

High Tauern<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In the west of this federal state you will find the outlet of the Hohe Tauern, the national park that stretches across several federal states. If you want to start your cycling holiday properly, take the beautiful climb to Frans Jozef H\u00f6he. From Reintal it is a 40-kilometer climb at an average of 3.8%. Not a world-shattering figure in itself, but the adder is in the second part. For the first 10-15 kilometers it goes gradually uphill. Then you come across long stretches of almost 10% on average and the peak to 18%(!). Then after 40 kilometers it is nice to have a stunning view. Reward: check! The Hochtor is also included. That road takes you across the bridge on the Grossglocknerstraat. Oh man, what a hump that is. But the view: superb! Be prepared for climbing over 30 kilometers with steep slopes ahead. This is also known as the Grossglockner Hochalpenstrasse. Need we say more?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Grossglockner Hochalpenstrasse<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s worth it.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Of course, there is much more to discover in this huge region. Around the Worthersee you will find a beautiful hilly landscape. You can climb the Pyramidenkogel (on the south side), for example. It is not particularly long and does not go to dizzying heights, but with a total of about 7 kilometers, an average of 5.8% and a maximum ascent of 16.2%, you will need the right resistance and the right legs. Overall, the terrain around this lake (see = lake) is easy to describe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best of three worlds<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the reasons to also head to Karinthia is the possibility of driving both to Italy and Slovenia on the same trip. In fact, for the real adventure seekers, you could include both the Zoncolan and Vrsic passes in your trip. Maybe you should make it a mini adventure then. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gravel for days<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Thanks to the mild climate, the mountain range that does not reach to the sky, and the many \u2018lost places\u2019, this area is perfect for a beautiful cycling holiday on a gravel bike. You have plenty of choice, and the many routes offered by, among others, the Worthersee tourism office are mostly approved and tested by the former pro Johnny himself. Furthermore, with several variations, from flat to mountains, and the possibility to also ride to the Julian Alps, this offers a multitude of options for great trips or a bikepacking trip. In short: cycling in Carinthia is fantastic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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(C) Worthersee Tourismus<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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(C) Worthersee Tourismus<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Gravel routes \u2013 Carinthia \u2013 W\u00f6rthersee<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Below you will find some beautiful gravel routes around the W\u00f6rthersee, which are sure to make you happy. This is for your inspiration!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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