Two people are riding mountain bikes along a bend in an MTB trail towards the valley. In the valley, you can see a small mountain village surrounded by green forests and meadows.
Two people are riding mountain bikes along a bend in an MTB trail towards the valley. In the valley, you can see a small mountain village surrounded by green forests and meadows.
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Outline of a mountain flower in black.

Bike vacation in Carinthia

Mountain bike paradise in the Nockberge mountains

Experience the mountain bike paradise of Bad Kleinkirchheim in summer - right in the Carinthian Nockberge mountains. Whether downhill action, flow country trail or leisurely e-bike tour around Lake Millstätter See - your unforgettable cycling vacation starts here at the bike hotel with the longest flow country trail in Europe in the immediate vicinity! With the Sonnenschein Guest Card, you can also enjoy numerous bike experiences for free or at a reduced price.

Two people on mountain bikes ride a trail through a mountain meadow. In the background is an impressive mountain panorama and the peaks are illuminated by the sun. There is cloud cover in the valley, but the sun is shining on the mountain.

Why a bike vacation in Bad Kleinkirchheim?

The well-developed, extensive network of cycle paths on natural trails in the nock/bike region Bad Kleinkirchheim/Nockberge/Millstätter See or pleasure bike region offers around 300 kilometers of tours and trails of all levels of difficulty and lengths. A total of 45 kilometers of trails, from classic mountain bike tours to various single trails and road bike routes, await bike enthusiasts in the region.

For your biking vacation, you not only need beautiful trails, but also accommodation that is geared towards biking. The COOEE alpin Hotel Bad Kleinkirchheim, right next to the Kaiserburgbahn, is the ideal starting point:

  • Just a few meters from the Kaiserburgbahn, where the longest flow country trail in Europe awaits you
  • Bike room with free e-bike charging station (subject to availability)
  • sporty breakfast & wellness area with sauna for regeneration

The Kaiserburgbahn takes you quickly and comfortably to the summit - ideal for anyone who wants to get up high. This is where your trail experience begins - whether you're a beginner or a downhill pro.

Can I charge my e-bike at the hotel?

While you recharge your batteries in the restaurant or sauna, your e-bike can do the same, as you can charge it for free at the charging station in the bike room.

Are bicycle tickets available for the Kaiserburgbahn and the Brunnach Biosphere Park Railway?

The mountain lifts in Bad Kleinkirchheim take bikers and their sports equipment comfortably and effortlessly to the starting points of numerous tours, trails and viewpoints. You can buy the ascent including bike transport directly at the ticket counter of the cable cars.

Where is the nearest bike rental shop?

You can hire e-bikes, mountain bikes and everything else you need for a bike trip from Intersport Rent right next to the Kaiserburgbahn valley station.

The mountain station of the Kaiserburgbahn next to where a MTB flow country trail with lots of bends starts. There is a summit cross behind the mountain station.

Mountain bike tours & flow trails in the Nockberge mountains

In Bad Kleinkirchheim you can experience mountain bike tours at the highest level - on all tours in the nock/bike region you can conquer a total of ~23,000 meters in altitude.

  • Flow Country Trail Bad Kleinkirchheim: 15.9 km of pure riding fun await you on Europe's longest flow country trail. The start is right at the Kaiserburgbahn mountain station and then it's full of action down into the valley.
  • FIS Franz Klammer Tour / nock/bike Tour 09: With a total of 20.7 km, this challenging mountain bike tour requires a very good level of fitness and advanced riding technique. A wonderful panoramic view of the peaks of the Nockberge mountains awaits you on the 910 meters in altitude that you overcome on this mountain bike tour.
  • Short panoramic tour in Bad Kleinkirchheim / nock/bike Tour 31: On this easy bike tour, you start directly at the Kaiserburgbahn valley station. This exploratory tour is ideal for families or anyone who likes to take it a little easier. Over a distance of just under 4.5 km, you will cover 155 meters in altitude and have a great view of Bad Kleinkirchheim.

Whether you are looking for downhill or want to collect altitude meters - in Carinthia you will find the ideal trail for your bike experience. The nock/bike region offers a variety of different routes for mountain biking or leisurely routes for families and leisurely cycling.

What bike tours are there in the Nockberge?

Numerous bike routes await you in the nock/bike region. You can find an overview on this mountain bike region map.

Are there also trails for inexperienced bikers?

Of course, there is something for everyone in Carinthia. In addition to the short panoramic tour through Bad Kleinkirchheim, the Drau cycle path or the circular route around Lake Millstätter See, for example, are easy tours.

Pleasure routes & cycle paths around lakes & mountains

In addition to action, Carinthia and the Nockberge region also offer wonderful cycling tours to enjoy:

The over 500 km long Drau Cycle Path Carinthia is one of the most famous river cycle paths in Europe. Spittal an der Drau marks the end of stage 2 and the start of stage 3, making this tour ideal for one-day stages from Bad Kleinkirchheim. The gentle route along the Drau combines exercise and deceleration.

Three people ride bicycles across a long suspension bridge over the Drau. The turquoise water is moving and large trees with lush green leaves grow on the banks. The landscape is surrounded by mountains and the sun shines down from the blue sky.

Just a short ride from Bad Kleinkirchheim, the Millstätter See cycle path invites you to enjoy a leisurely circular tour:

  • approx. 28km around the whole lake
  • Flat stages, many bathing opportunities
  • Ideal for cycling trips with children & tours by e-bike
  • Can be combined with a boat trip: the scheduled boats of Schifffahrt Millstatt take you from one shore to the other

Thanks to shady passages and lake view terraces, this route is the ideal day trip for families and for enjoyment.

Four people are riding bicycles on a cycle path along the shore of Lake Millstätter See. The calm waters of the lake reflect the sun shining from behind the mountain behind them. It gives the picture a warm color and on the opposite shore is a small mountain village.

The Carinthian Lake Loop connects several of Carinthia's most beautiful bathing lakes - including Lake Ossiach, Lake Faak, Lake Wörthersee and Lake Millstätter See.

  • Over 400 km of perfectly developed cycle paths
  • Combination of cycling pleasure & refreshment
  • Well signposted & GPS compatible

This route is an absolute highlight for anyone who wants to explore the most beautiful shores and natural bays in Carinthia by bike.

Two people on bicycles ride along an asphalt cycle path on Lake Millstatt. The shore is separated from the lake by a fence and colorful flowers and green trees and bushes grow along the shore. The water of Lake Millstatt is a deep blue and the sky is cloudless on a sunny summer's day. Behind the cyclists is a small jetty where three white boats are moored. On the opposite shore, forest-covered mountains can be seen stretching into the distance along the lake.

Which cycle routes are particularly family-friendly?

The Millstätter See circular cycle path is flat, well developed and very popular because it provides the necessary cooling on hot summer days. The Drau cycle path is also recommended with children, as it is also easy.

Can I also ride the tours on an e-bike?

Yes, these routes are ideal for e-bike tours.

Bike rental & e-bike service in the region

Traveling without a bike? No problem! In the region around Bad Kleinkirchheim you will find well-equipped bike rentals and stores.

How can I reserve a bike?

You can easily reserve your bike online in advance or directly in the store.

Can the bike be returned to another location?

The "Kärnten rent e bike" initiative has set up a network of bike pick-up and return points. You can find all information about the locations and options on the Carinthia Advertising website.

Bike events & season highlights

Every year, hundreds of cycling enthusiasts are drawn to Carinthia and in particular to the Bad Kleinkirchheim region for various bike events:

  • ARBÖ Carinthia Cycling marathon Bad Kleinkirchheim: The annual cycling marathon in Bad Kleinkirchheim is a sporting highlight in the region.
    • Challenging route over 106 km and more than 2,000 m elevation gain
    • Alternative short route with 65 km
    • Start & finish directly in the center of Bad Kleinkirchheim
  • Nockbike MTB Trophy: The 20 km long pleasure race leads along natural trails from Feld am See up to the Feldpannalm and on towards the Maibrunnhütte, where the downhill fun on Europe's longest flow country trail down to Bad Kleinkirchheim becomes a highlight.
The start of the ARBÖ Cycle Marathon in Bad Kleinkirchheim with many participants just leaving the start zone with the red arch, which is inflated with air. The start area is right next to the Thermal Römerbad and the Kaiserburgbahn.

Whether you are gliding over the gentle trails of the Nockberge mountains, challenging yourself on the Flow Country Trail in Bad Kleinkirchheim or leisurely cycling along the Millstätter See cycle circuit - biking in Carinthia offers you a combination of nature, sport and comfort.

Experience Bad Kleinkirchheim on two wheels - active, relaxed and unforgettable.

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