Klagenfurt
Klagenfurt nestles at Wörthersee, one of Europe’s largest and warmest alpine
lakes. With an Mediterranean summer climate, sunny winter days, a colorful
fall and a mild spring, Klagenfurt is an enjoyable city throughout the year.
Wörthersee near Klagenfurt
Klagenfurt boasts one of Austria’s prettiest old towns and was thrice
awarded the prestigious Europa Nostra Diploma for its lovingly restored
arcaded Renaissance courtyards which today accommodate modern boutiques,
trendy bars, and rustic beer gardens. Neuer Platz is dominated by the
Lindwurm, a winged dragon which is the emblem of the city and was modeled on
the dragon of legend, said to have resided in a swamp here long ago.
A guided tour of the castle takes you back to the Middle Ages. There are
also many museums and galleries of international reputation including the
Museum of Modern Art, the Provincial Museum with its Roman findings (among
them a life-sized bronze statue of a naked boy, called “The Youth from
Magdalensberg”), the Wappensaal (heraldic hall), the Diocesan Museum and the
Landhaus Gallery.
Pedal pushers can choose from a whole host of well-maintained cycle paths,
and for runners there is beautiful half-marathon route. Once a year
Klagenfurt becomes the center of German literature: in June the Ingeborg
Bachmann Prize, the most prestigious Austrian literary distinction, is
awarded. At Minimundus, the Miniature World at Lake Wörthersee, you can tour
the world’s major sights and attractions in one afternoon. There is a
beautiful bathing beach at the lake with cabins, wooden piers, and shady
grass areas. By the way: Klagenfurt was twice granted the Austrian Event
Award for its many cultural and social activities.
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