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Why
Carinthia is Austria’s sunniest province, it borders Slovenia and Italy. It is renowned for its hot summers and bright crisp winters and hence an excellent place to take the family. The landscape is breath taking and varied, with mountains, gentle hills and rugged peaks. There are also more than 1270 lakes in the region and 200 of those are suitable for bathing.
- Top left: Frauenstein Castle in Carinthia near St. Veit an der Glan
- Top right: Ice skating on Falkertsee Carinthia
- Bottom left: Children enjoying the lake in Carinthia
- Bottom right: Children playing in Carinthian countryside
When
In Winter – There is plenty of snow for winter sports. The nursery slopes are good and there is a host of English speaking instructors. The above average hours of sunshine mean that conditions are usually very good, which really helps when taking smaller children.
In Summer – the beautiful crystal clear warm lakes are very popular in the warmer months. The water is so pure that it is of drinking quality and it is naturally heated up to 28 degrees which is perfect for a whole range of water sports.
How
There are many low cost carriers operating flights to destinations within an hour and halfs drive. There are 3 flights a week from Stanstead to Klagenfurt Airport (capital of Carinthia) with Ryanair. Ryanair also operate flights to Graz, Trieste (Italy), and Salzburg, whilst EasyJet flies to Ljubljana Airport (Slovenia).
Stay
There are 9 Kinderhotels in Carinthia, two of which have 5 smiley faces which is the best of the group. They offer a fantastic service and the hotels are only occupied with families with babies and young children. For more information on accommodation visit the Carinthia Tourist Board site.
Do
Skiing, Skating and winter sports
There are 800km of pistes offering the variety to suit all abilities. Snow shoe walks, cross country skiing and skating are also popular and widely available.
Outdoor Activities
There are lots of watersport opportunities, such as windsurfing, water skiing and sailing as well as great terrain for hiking, cycling, rock climbing.
Minimundus on Lake Worthsee
One of Carinthia’s most popular attractions, this park full of 150 minature models of the world’s most famous buildings is probably worth a visit.
From hearty snacks with bacon over the delicious homemade Carinthian cheese pasta, the famous ‘yellow soup’, the sweet ‘Reindling’ pastry to excellent dining at fine restaurants. Find out more about Carinthia here.
Eat
From hearty snacks with bacon over the delicious homemade Carinthian cheese pasta, the famous ‘yellow soup’, the sweet ‘Reindling’ pastry to excellent dining at fine restaurants.
Travel reading
Lonely Planet Austria
by Mark Honan
A comprehensive guide to Austria, useful for trips in both the winter and summer.
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Europe’s 1st Baby + Children’s Hotel, Carinthia
from £455*
Specialised babycare from 7days, 70 hours of childcare included each week.
* for a 2 room family apartment in low winter season
Gina's - Europe's 1st Adventure Children's Hotel, Carinthia
from £567*
Small friendly hotel caters exclusively for 30 families includes 67hrs childcare.
* for a big family suite in the summer low season
Post Family Hotel, Carinthia
from £52*
All season hotel, lakeside setting, outdoor activities, with 65 hours Free Child Care
* from £52 per adult per day in a 2 bed family apartment in winter, includes 65 hours free child care
Brennseehof Hotel, Carinthia
from £50*
Year round family hotel, at least 10 sports all year, with 60 hours Free Child Care
* from £50 per adult per day in winter in a small family apartment, includes 60 hours free child care
Sonnelino Baby & Children’s Hotel, Carinthia
from €76*
Lakeside, private sandy beach, 48 hrs Free Child Care
* from €76 per adult per day in a Melisse Bambino Apartment, on an all inclusive basis, with 48 hours free child care
Heidi-Hotel Falkertsee, Carinthia
from £57*
Newly refurbished family adventure hotel, with 50 hours Free Child Care
* from £57 per adult per day in summer in a 2 room family apartment, includes 50 hours free child care
Smiley’s Children’s Hotel, Carinthia
from £53*
Lakeside setting, private beach, luxurious facilities, with 60 hours Free Child Care
* from £53 per adult per day, in a family suite in winter, includes free transfer and 60 hours free child care
Hubertushof Children’s Hotel, Carinthia
from £42*
Year round family hotel ideal for babies to teens, with 50 hours Free Child Care
* from £42 per adult per day in a small family apartment, with free shuttle in winter and 50 hours free child care
St. Urbanerhof Family Hotel, Carinthia
from £49*
All inclusive family hotel, lakes in summer, ski in winter, with 40 hours Free Child Care
* from £49 per adult per day, in summer, in a small family apartment, includes all inclusive board and 40 hours free child care
