Winter in Villach Holiday Region

The ski resorts Gerlitzen Alpe and Dreiländereck guarantee the magic of the slopes, offering the best possible pistes with plenty of snow for beginners and pros. Those who don’t do alpine skiing, can enjoy winter hiking, ski touring, cross country skiing or sledging in the Nature Park Dobratsch. Or you can enjoy the hearty hospitality of the town of Villach on the River Drau. The Gerlitzen Alpe provides ski fun for the whole family. The largest ski resort in central Carinthia offers wide slopes and one of the best ski schools of the country, along with plenty of snow. Thanks to the latest snow making technology, you can ski from December 1st to the beginning of April on the south side of the Alps. The family ski resort Dreiländereck near Arnoldstein is another great choice, with pistes for beginners and pleasure skiers alike, quaint huts and an 8 km toboggan run. A tip for winter hiking and ski touring is the Nature Park Dobratsch and the Alpen Arena. For those who like relaxing in the evenings, with the ski pass you can have a 20 percent reduction on the entrance fee to the KärntenTherme Warmbad-Villach, the most modern thermal waterpark in Austria. In addition, Villach on the River Drau invites you to visit its Advent Market with its varied and abundant arts and crafts and culinary offerings.