Holiday in Millstätter See

About Millstätter See

The Millstätter See is Carinthia's tranquil gem - a deep blue alpine lake that majestically stretches between the Nock Mountains and the Millstätter Alps. With a length of almost 12 kilometers, a depth of up to 141 meters, and summer water temperatures of up to 26°C, it is one of the warmest and simultaneously deepest alpine lakes in Austria. Its water shimmers in an almost surreal deep blue reminiscent of Scandinavian fjords. Unlike the bustling Wörthersee or the party-loving Faaker See, the Millstätter See has preserved its serenity. Here, there are no party miles and no jet ski armadas - instead, one swims in crystal-clear water, paddles silently on a stand-up board over the mirror-like lake, or hikes along the scenic trails with views of the mountain backdrop. The south-facing location ensures particularly many hours of sunshine and an almost Mediterranean flair. The town of Millstatt, which gives the lake its name, enchants with its historic center around the Benedictine monastery from the 11th century. The Romanesque cloister is one of the most impressive in all of Austria. In the summer months, the Millstätter Music Weeks take place, bringing high-profile classical concerts to the historic backdrop of the monastery. The Granatweg on the Millstätter Alpe offers a unique hiking experience - here, one can search for and find the red semi-precious stone, the region's landmark. From Germany, the Millstätter See can be reached via the Tauern Autobahn in about four to five hours. The nearest airports are Klagenfurt (80 km) and Salzburg (180 km). The bathing season lasts from June to September, with the lake already reaching pleasant temperatures from May. Holiday apartments and guesthouses by the lake offer excellent value for money compared to the more famous Carinthian lakes.