The sophisticated holiday resort of Velden is in the western bay of Lake Woerthersee and is particularly famous for its castle. The picturesque scenery is often used as a location for film shoots. Many well-known personalities from society, television, sports and politics cavort at the numerous events around the lake.

Velden offers many shops, restaurants and bars as well as banks with ATMs, hairdressers, bike rentals and medical care.

In summer and winter, there are many sporting and cultural activities in the area.
Trips to Klagenfurt and Villach, as well as to Italy and Slovenia provide variety.

Seasonal-Highlights 2026

Iron Man 2026
Where: around Lake Woerthersee
When: 14^th June

Music Stars at Lake Woerthersee 2026
Where: Bay of Klagenfurt
When: 10^th July & 11^th July

Fête Blanche 2026
Where: Fabrik in Bad Saag
When: 24^th July

Pink Lake LGBTQ* Festival 2026
Where: Poertschach at Lake Woerthersee
When: 24^th August – 30^th August

Open Water – Woerthersee Swim Austria 2026
Where: from Velden to Klagenfurt
When: 05^th September

Harley Meeting 2026
Where: around Lake Faaker See
When: 08^th September – 13^th September

Advent in Velden 2026
Where: Velden
When: 20^th November – 20^th December