Holidaying in Kötschach-Mauthen, Carinthia, Austria

In case you’re pondering a trip to Austria but don’t know exactly how to approach it, may we suggest going on a local tour of Kötschach-Mauthen.

Located in the state of Carinthia, the town is located very close to the border with the Carnian region of Friuli, Italy.

There are lots of reasons to head for this little-known Austrian destination, the town offering lots of attractions and activities whether you’re interested in relaxing, history, gastronomy or hitting the slopes.

This region has been settled since about 200 BC and contains many places of historical interest. For instance there is a Venetian rock inscription, a Roman road, a late Gothic parish church, the ruins of Weidenburg Castle, and numerous WW1 sites just to name a few.

Get Local Tours offer packages ranging from 3 to 7 days, as well as customized packages of any duration. Tours feature English- and German-speaking guides, daily organized activities and include all fees, transfers and meals while on the actual tour.

Accommodation will be arranged in local bed and breakfasts in Kötschach-Mauthen. Beside all the daytime and evening activities available via the tours, there is still a lot of free time to go exploring on your own.

The Lesachtal Valley is one of the places that you’ll want to visit while in Carinthia, an area offering a great array of hiking opportunities as well as other activities, not to mention the incredible views.

Going for a Kötschach-Mauthen tour can make for a great holidaying idea and depending on the season you can either enjoy the great hiking or some of the top 10 ski slopes in the whole of Austria. There’s also the option of a day-trip into Italy, so you’ll basically get to visit two countries for the price of one!