Klopeiner See

Location & Connectivity
St. Kanzian at Klopeiner See

Therme St. Kanzian is located in the picturesque municipality of St. Kanzian am Klopeiner See, in the heart of Carinthia (Kärnten) in southern Austria. Nestled between warm alpine lakes and the gently rolling foothills of the Eastern Alps, this region is one of Austria’s most scenic and fast-growing leisure and tourism destinations.

Excellent Accessibility

Improved rail infrastructure makes access to St. Kanzian more efficient and attractive for both domestic and international visitors. With the opening of the new ÖBB Koralmbahn and the expansion of services, travel times have been significantly reduced.

  • From Graz by train in under 35 minutes.

  • From Klagenfurt by train in under 15 minutes.

Once at the regional station, a range of local buses and shuttle services connect travelers directly to St. Kanzian and surrounding destinations, offering flexible, eco-friendly mobility without a car.

A scenic view of a lake surrounded by green trees and hills under a partly cloudy sky.

Natural Beauty & Outdoor Life

The location’s charm begins with Klopeiner See, one of Europe’s warmest alpine lakes, renowned for its clean water and inviting summer swimming opportunities. The lake’s crystal-clear surface and gentle shoreline provide the perfect setting for relaxation, boating, or lakeside trails.

A scenic lake surrounded by lush green mountains with a clear blue sky. There is a grassy area with yellow umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a dock extending into the water.

Active & Leisure Experiences

The area around Therme St. Kanzian offers a variety of outdoor activities, with trails suitable for all levels, from lakeside walks to ridge paths, appealing to hikers and cyclists. Just beyond, the Drau River valley connects Karinthian landscapes to major European cycling and hiking routes, including the scenic Drau Cycle Path, one of Europe's longest.

Two children with helmets sitting on mountain bikes and a mountain bike lying on the grass, overlooking a green valley with a lake, surrounded by forested mountains under a partly cloudy sky.