Velden am Wörthersee, otherwise known as ‘Velden am See’ is one of the Austria’s most popular holiday resort towns. Although locals love it, Velden am Worthersee is yet to break the tourist international market the way that destinations like Hallstatt have.

If you’re going around Austria, Velden am Wörthersee is a destination you need to put on your itinerary. Not only is it scenic and beautiful, but you can tell your friends about this peaceful resort town that not many international visitors have been to!

We recently visited Velden am Wörthersee and found that it was worth-a-see (yes, we’re so clever) – and can’t wait to share with you guys our experience!

How do I get to Velden Am Wörthersee?

By Car

It’s possible to get to Velden am Wörthersee by public transport, but we would still highly recommend renting a car so you can stop at other sites along the way to Velden am Wörthersee. Cities like Villach and Klagenfurt are well worth a visit too if you have the time!

We usually rent from Europcar and haven’t had any problems so far. If you want to book a car, click here. Here are some approximate driving times from major cities...

From Salzburg, Velden am Wörthersee is 2 hours and 15 minutes away. This road uses tolls.
From Vienna, Velden am Wörthersee is 3 hours and 40 minutes away. This road also uses tolls.
From Graz, Velden am Wörthersee is 1 hour and 50 minutes away. This road also uses tolls.

By public transport

There are a range of public transport options available from any major city, and this can be a good alternative if you’re looking to save money. The downside is, of course, that the journey will take longer and the bus/train times might not be convenient. Still, public transportation is pretty good in Austria so you won’t be waiting too long.

Google Maps is a good tool to use when you’re routing public transport options from wherever you are. There are busses and trains available from any major city going into Velden am Wörthersee.

Where do I stay in Velden Am Wörthersee?

Apart from the previously mentioned Schloss Velden, there are many other hotels and apartments in Velden am Worthersee that are great. Here are some of the best options, suited for every type of budget!

Budget: Gasthof Pension Jägerwirt

Gasthof Pension Jägerwirt is a guest house that’s a cozy option for travelers on a budget. This is a great value-for-money property in Velden am Worthersee.

You can take a closer look at Gasthof Pension Jägerwirt by clicking here.

Mid-Range: Hotel Goritschnigg

This trendy hotel sits right in the centre of Velden am Worthersee, next to Casino Velden. Tennis courts, a golf course and a sailing school are within walking distance from the Hotel Goritschnigg. The Wörthersee lake, as well as many hiking and mountain bike trails are also closeby.

You can take a closer look at Hotel Goritschnigg by clicking here.

Luxury: Seehotel Hubertushof

The Seehotel Hubertushof is a 5-star luxury hotel that won’t completely break your bank! Compared to the Schloss Velden hotel, the prices here go for about less than a third of the price. Featuring a swimming pool and an excellent central location, this hotel sees near-perfect reviews from guests.

You can take a closer look at Seehotel Hubertushof by clicking here.

History of Velden am Wörthersee

The resort town of Velden am Wörthersee has been around since at least the 12th century, with many old documents mentioning the resort town.

Velden am Worthersee has an interesting history behind it

In 1545, a noble family had acquired the lands of Landskron and Velden, and had a giant mansion built on the land. Later, the castle was acquired by the House of Dietrichstein. Unfortunately, the castle was destroyed by a fire and it wasn’t until 1892 that Schloss Velden was rebuilt as a hotel.

Today, Velden am Wörthersee serves visitors looking to relax, take in the proudly blue Wörthersee lake and enjoy this underrated resort town.

What is there to see in Velden am Wörthersee?

Schloss Velden

Schloss Velden is a brightly-coloured yellow castle, and is known as the Velden am Wörthersee’s icon.

Schloss Velden interior

Interior views in Schloss Velden

This castle also doubles up as a hotel that visitors can enjoy, staying in its lavishly decorated, luxurious rooms or dining at top-rated restaurants such as the Schlosstern Gourmet Restaurant, which has 2 Michelin Stars. Schloss Velden’s Aurgia Spa is also an award-winning spa that has previously been voted as Europe’s “Best Destination Spa”. In a whole continent full of some of the most amazing spa’s, this is no small feat! If you fancy a gamble, Casino Velden is just footsteps away.

Schloss Velden beachside pool

Lounge chairs by Schloss Velden views

To stay here, you’ll probably need to be carrying some serious cash on you as rooms start at 505 EUR per night in the Summer. By all accounts, people say that a stay at Schloss Velden is unforgettable one, and this is reflected by its near perfect score on aggregators such as Booking.com and TripAdvisor.

But if you can’t stay at the Schloss Velden, don’t fret – you can still freely walk across the grounds and take pictures of the epic architecture.

Interested in staying at Schloss Velden? Check out the property by clicking here.

Strandbad Velden

Strandbad Velden is an area of Velden am Wörthersee where you can cool off and swim in Worth lake by using public boardwalks or Velden am Worthersee’s small beach.

This is a great activity for families and for those who want to experience Velden am Wörthersee’s attractive blue water!

Wörthersee Boat Trips

One of the best things you can do in Velden Am Wörthersee is go on a Worthersee boat trip. Going on a boat trip will give you an idea of Worthersee’s size and beauty, and you’ll pass landmarks along the way too. Not to mention, it’s just an overall really relaxing experience cruising down an Austrian lake.

There’s many different types of boat tours, so I would suggest walking down to the jetty where several tour operators are. From here, you can compare prices and itineraries of the all the boat trips.

Worthersee Schiffahrt is a boat company that takes you from Velden town to Klagenfurt, and then return back to Velden town in just over 3 hours. On the way, you’ll have the to see many attractions such as the Minimundus in Klagenfurt, which is a miniature park filled with world landmarks, and Pyramidenkogel, a cutting-edge viewing tower. To check timetables, prices and schedules, please visit their website here.

Shopping and Dining

Honestly, the best park about Velden Am Wörthersee was strolling casually around the town and visiting shops and restaurants. Velden Am Wörthersee has some of the finest restaurants in the country, as well as lots of cute shops.

We dined at Restaurant Caramé and the food was great. You should check out other famous restauratns suvh as Seepitz, SOL Beach Club and Strandclub Velden too.

Want to learn more about another lakeside Austrian destination? Visit our post on the ever-popular Hallstatt here!

Did this post inspire you to visit the beautiful town of Velden am Worthersee? Let us know in the comments below!

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