Ferlacher Stausee is a region in Carinthia, Austria, characterized by its emerald green reservoir, the Drau River, and the surrounding Rosental Valley. The landscape features gentle hills, lush meadows, and dense forests, with distant views of the Karawanken mountain range. This diverse terrain provides a suitable environment for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more. The area's natural features make it a focal point for various outdoor pursuits.
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4.9
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3,453
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.9
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237
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Moderate hike. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.

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176
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14.7km
05:09
600m
600m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.

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86
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13.2km
04:20
390m
390m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.7
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246
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77.9km
05:25
460m
460m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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15.3km
01:06
160m
160m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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42.5km
04:16
1,250m
1,250m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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54.0km
03:45
790m
790m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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4.9
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218
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17.3km
07:47
1,280m
1,280m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.7
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30
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Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.

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32
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14.6km
06:27
930m
930m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

9
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9.66km
04:37
820m
820m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.8
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761
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44.0km
01:59
440m
440m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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160
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32.5km
01:38
120m
120m
Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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26.5km
01:15
100m
100m
Moderate road ride. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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66
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77.3km
03:23
690m
690m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.7
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248
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40.4km
04:00
1,250m
1,250m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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44.8km
02:59
500m
500m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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48.5km
03:14
690m
690m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.

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32.5km
02:30
740m
740m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required.
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35
runners
22.1km
02:23
70m
70m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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5.61km
00:36
70m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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4.90km
00:30
10m
10m
Easy run. Mostly paved surfaces.
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65
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59.6km
03:07
330m
330m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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36.0km
02:07
320m
320m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

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45.5km
02:57
350m
350m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.

4.6
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46
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54.2km
03:09
710m
710m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
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Ferlacher Stausee offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Mountaineering, Gravel biking, and Jogging. The region features 7 routes with an average rating of 4.55 stars. These activities utilize the diverse landscape of the Ferlacher Stausee, the Drau River, and the surrounding Rosental Valley.
Yes, Ferlacher Stausee provides easy hiking trails suitable for beginners and families. These routes often lead along the lakeshores and through forests. For specific options, explore the Easy hikes around Ferlacher Stausee guide.
A popular option is a roughly 6-mile [10-kilometer] circular route around the Ferlacher Stausee, offering views of the water. Other trails provide panoramic vistas of the Karawanken and Rosental Valley. More detailed information can be found in the Hiking around Ferlacher Stausee guide.
Ferlacher Stausee offers family-friendly options, particularly easy hikes and cycling routes. The Drau Cycle Path is generally easy to navigate, and specific hiking trails are designed for families. Consult the Family-friendly hikes around Ferlacher Stausee guide for more information.
The region is well-equipped for touring cycling, road cycling, and mountain biking. The renowned Drau Cycle Path runs through the area, offering varied perspectives. For mountain bikers, numerous trails exist through green forests and rolling hills. Explore guides like Cycling around Ferlacher Stausee and Traffic-free bike rides around Ferlacher Stausee.
Yes, Ferlacher Stausee offers mountain biking trails characterized by green forests and rolling hills. The Ferlach reservoir serves as a starting point for MTB tours that can lead to historical sites. For specific routes, refer to the MTB Trails around Ferlacher Stausee guide.
Key natural features include the emerald green Ferlacher Stausee, the Drau River Valley, and distant views of the Karawanken mountain range. Notable landmarks include Hollenburg Castle, believed to have been built around 1100, and the Ferlach Dam. The Ferlach Bathing Lake (Ressnig Teich) is also nearby.
Ferlacher Stausee is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 323,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The region's 7 routes have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Ferlacher Stausee, covering various sports and interests. Examples include Hiking around Ferlacher Stausee, Traffic-free bike rides around Ferlacher Stausee, and MTB Trails around Ferlacher Stausee.
Official tourist information for Ferlacher Stausee and the surrounding Rosental region is available from Tourismusinformation Rosental – Schloss Ferlach. They can be reached at Sponheimer Platz 1, 9170 Ferlach, Austria, or by phone at +43 4227 49200.
Yes, some routes in Ferlacher Stausee are accessible from bus stations, providing options for those using public transport. For specific routes, consult the Hikes from bus stations around Ferlacher Stausee guide.
The Drau Cycle Path (Drauradweg) is a renowned cycling route that runs through the Ferlacher Stausee area. It offers varied perspectives and connects Ferlach with other locations like Villach and Klagenfurt. The path is largely made of gravel in some sections and is generally easy to navigate.

