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Cycling routes around Lake Faak: the finest routes for leisurely cyclists & e-bikers
Set right on the southern shore, Strandhotel Faak makes an ideal cycling base: flat along the shore, out onto the great long-distance cycle paths or sporty up into the mountains. An overview of the routes around Lake Faak.
Cycling base on the southern shore
Why Lake Faak is well worth cycling
Carinthia is one of Austria's densest cycling regions, and Lake Faak lies right in the middle of it. From Strandhotel Faak right on the southern shore you set off by the water in the morning, take a leisurely lake loop or add a day on the great long-distance cycle paths – and in the evening you're back on your own private beach.
In this article we sort the options by level: the flat loop around the lake, the connection to the long-distance cycle paths and the sportier routes in the mountains. Everything else about charging, storage and location can be found on our page Active & Cycling at Lake Faak.
Question 1 · Right by the lake
Which route is suited to right by Lake Faak?
For a relaxed start there's no getting around the lake loop – flat, short and almost always by the water.
The Lake Faak cycle loop
The Lake Faak cycle loop is a short, easy loop of around 10 kilometres around the lake – mostly on surfaced cycle paths, past Faak, Drobollach and Egg, time and again with views of the turquoise water. Ideal for leisurely cyclists, families and e-bikers who like to take it easy.
- Short, flat lake loop (around 10 km)
- Mostly surfaced cycle paths along the shore
- Perfect for leisurely cycling & e-bike
- A stop along the way or at the Lakeside Restaurant
Question 2 · Further afield
How do I get onto the great long-distance cycle paths?
Lake Faak lies within reach of Villach – Carinthia's cycling hub, where many important cycle paths come together. From here you can reach the Drau Cycle Path (R1), which runs for 366 kilometres from Toblach in Italy to Maribor in Slovenia and has been awarded five stars by the ADFC – one of the finest river cycle paths in Europe. The Gailradweg and the cross-border Alpe-Adria Cycle Path are also within reach of the region.
Handy: with the region's bike buses you and your bike can travel comfortably to the starting points of popular routes – these can be used with the Erlebnis CARD included with us. Read more in the article Drau Cycle Path from Lake Faak.
In the saddle in the morning, by the lake in the evening
“A loop along the shore, a stretch of the Drau Cycle Path or up into the mountains – and back to your own private beach in the evening.”Strandhotel Faak · right on the southern shore of Lake Faak
Question 3 · Sporty & uphill
Are there more demanding routes too?
Anyone after more climbing will find it in the mountains around the lake – easily done with an e-bike anyway.
Trails on the Baumgartner Höhe
Right nearby, the trails on the Baumgartner Höhe invite you on sportier routes – a lovely contrast to the flat lake loop.
Charge & store securely
The hotel offers charging points for e-bikes and a lockable bike room – so your bike is safe and ready to go overnight. Read more under Active & Cycling.
Distances & elevation
You'll find exact lengths, elevation gain and GPS tracks of the individual routes on the region's official cycling portals, such as kaernten.at/rad.
After your ride, our Lakeside Restaurant right on the water invites you to stop in – and the private beach to cool off.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions about cycling routes around Lake Faak
Which cycling route is suited to right by Lake Faak?
The most relaxed is the Lake Faak cycle loop: a short, flat loop of around 10 kilometres mostly on surfaced cycle paths along the shore, past Faak, Drobollach and Egg – ideal for leisurely cyclists, families and e-bikers.
Can I reach the Drau Cycle Path from Lake Faak?
Yes. Via Villach, Carinthia's cycling hub, you can reach the Drau Cycle Path (R1), which runs for 366 kilometres from Toblach to Maribor and has been awarded five stars by the ADFC. With the region's bike buses you and your bike can travel comfortably to the starting points.
Can I charge and securely store my e-bike at the hotel?
Yes. Strandhotel Faak offers charging points for e-bikes as well as a lockable bike room, so your bike is safe and ready to go overnight.
Your cycling base at Lake Faak
Cycling holiday right on the southern shore
Lake loop, Drau Cycle Path or mountain tour – and back to your own beach in the evening. Book directly with us, with a guaranteed best price and a lockable bike room.