Discover Höflein

Höflein offers several different starting points for hikes: one route leads from Bassgeigensee towards Rauschelesee, while another starts at the Höflein/Rauschelesee bus stop and climbs from the lakeshore to Plöschenberg. There is also a circular route around Rauschelesee and trails with views of the lakes. A viewpoint, nature trail and recreational activities at the family lido round out the trail descriptions. For planning, it is worth paying attention to the starting points, trail type and direction of travel.

Hikes and Landmarks

The “Keutschach Circular Tour (Public Transport)” leads from Bassgeigensee towards Rauschelesee near Höflein. The “Plöschenberg, up to 780 m” hike starts at the Höflein/Rauschelesee bus stop, passes along the shore of Rauschelesee and climbs towards Plöschenberg. The routes therefore differ in their reference points: the first is described as leading from Bassgeigensee to Rauschelesee, while the second starts at the bus stop and then climbs uphill.

In the area around Höflein, the Plöschenberg hike offers a very beautiful view of the Keutschach Valley of Lakes and the Klagenfurt Basin from a viewpoint with a panoramic information board. At the beginning, the hike points out the Zwergohreule nature trail. A section of the Keutschach Panorama Trail passes Bassgeigensee and Rauschelesee. After crossing the Keutschach regional road in Höflein, Trail 17 leads towards Pertitschach.

Circular Route and Recreational Activities

The Rauschelesee circular route goes around the lake near Höflein on natural ground and passes a campsite and a lido. Unlike the directional routes described above, this hike is centred on walking around the lake. Check trail conditions before setting off.

At the Rauschelesee family lido in the Keutschach 4-Lake Valley, there is a nature adventure playground near Höflein. It offers children opportunities to swim, play, climb, slide and use the seesaw. Access conditions may vary seasonally.

If you would also like to use a bike: e-bikes and classic city bikes can be rented in Keutschach am See. Check availability before your trip.

Types of Accommodation in Höflein

In 2024, the Perdacher Helga holiday apartment at Höflein 27 had lake access and bicycles. In 2024, Pichlerhof at Höflein 3 was a guesthouse and holiday apartment with a large garden, a children's playground and its own bathing beach. Check the current availability and amenities of both accommodations before making your choice.

The hikes described offer different highlights: the trail between Bassgeigensee and Rauschelesee, a climb towards Plöschenberg, a viewpoint or a circular route on natural ground. This lets you compare the route highlights that best suit your plans.

Discover more destinations: Schiefling Am See, Sekull, Plescherken, Töpriach, Lukowitz, Sekirn, Ludmannsdorf, Pischeldorf.

For the overview of the wider region: Klagenfurt-Land.