New Year's Eve in Carinthia A magical turn of the year between lake and mountain

Pigs, mushrooms and lucky coins are simply part of New Year's Eve with children. On the New Year's Eve trail, families can experience the blacksmith Ernst Wolf forging traditional horseshoes in the old forge.

Start: 16:00 hrs.

Torchlight procession, fire and juggler show in the Fischerpark as well as children's fireworks provide magical moments on New Year's Eve at Lake Millstatt.

Meeting point: Sagamundo - House of Storytelling
Start: 16:00 hrs

At KAP 4613 in Millstatt, the New Year is welcomed early. Young and old alike enjoy the family fireworks display on New Year's Eve in Millstatt.

Start: 17:30 hrs.

If you set off along the Millstätter Lichtweg at dusk, you will pass the large old lime tree in the courtyard of Millstatt Abbey just in time. Children's eyes light up when Lindarius opens his eyes punctually at 17:00 on New Year's Eve and begins to tell his story!

New Year's Eve with children in Carinthia could also be combined with a torchlight hike into the New Year. At Lake Falkertsee, the guides from the ski school accompany the torchlight procession. Participation is free for children up to the age of eight. Registration required!

That sounds like TIME for relaxation: the two thermal spas in Bad Kleinkirchheim, the Millstätter See bathhouse and the "drautalperle" adventure pool in Spittal are ideal retreats at the start of the year.

The brave start the year with a refreshing dip in the lake. Cold bathing is the trend and 01.01. makes for a special start to the new year. Tip: How about taking part in the Epiphany swim in Lake Millstatt on 06.01.?

For sporty New Year's resolutions: In Bad Kleinkirchheim, a beginners' course offers the opportunity to learn how to ski tour safely and try out new things.

Children can bake their own pizza at the Einkehr restaurant in Bad Kleinkirchheim. Under expert guidance, the dough is kneaded and the topping chosen. An experience for little chefs.

The MS Porcia glides gently over the winter waves of Lake Millstätter See. Mulled wine and apple punch are served on board while Captain Franz tells stories of his adventures. A perfect combination for New Year's Eve on the lake.