Gösselsdorfer Lake is a region in Southern Carinthia, Austria, characterized by its tranquil waters and surrounding nature reserve. The area features an idyllic landscape of meadows and forests, providing a serene backdrop for outdoor pursuits. The lake itself is known for its clear, warm water and shallow depths, bordered by reeds and aquatic plants. This environment supports several sports like road cycling, hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more, offering diverse terrain for various activity levels.
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132
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.39km
03:15
380m
380m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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5.95km
01:38
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.41km
01:36
250m
250m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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25.2km
01:05
210m
210m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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64.1km
02:53
500m
500m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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60.6km
02:46
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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75.4km
03:24
680m
680m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26.8km
01:40
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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36.4km
02:55
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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54.2km
05:08
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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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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39.9km
02:21
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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33.8km
02:50
900m
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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54.4km
03:04
440m
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31.3km
01:53
340m
340m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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6.21km
00:39
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.18km
00:53
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.22km
00:45
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Gösselsdorfer Lake is a lake located in Southern Carinthia, Austria, within a nature reserve. It is known for its clear, warm water and tranquil natural surroundings of meadows and forests. The lake has a maximum depth of 3 meters.
The Gösselsdorfer Lake region offers various outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, and Jogging. The area provides diverse terrain suitable for different skill levels.
Yes, the region around Gösselsdorfer Lake offers road cycling routes that wind through natural landscapes. Cyclists can find detailed information and routes in the Road Cycling Routes around Gösselsdorfer Lake guide. Carinthia is known for its road cycling routes with little traffic.
The immediate area around Gösselsdorfer Lake is suitable for walking and nature exploration. The Hiking around Gösselsdorfer Lake guide provides options for various trails. The broader Southern Carinthia region offers extensive hiking opportunities, including waterfall hikes.
Yes, the Southern Carinthia region, including areas near Gösselsdorfer Lake, is suitable for mountain biking. Numerous trails and tours for all skill levels are available. The MTB Trails around Gösselsdorfer Lake guide offers specific routes.
Gösselsdorfer Lake is considered a tranquil spot for family-friendly activities, with amenities like spacious sunbathing areas and playgrounds. For hiking, the Family-friendly hikes around Gösselsdorfer Lake guide provides suitable options.
Gösselsdorfer Lake is special due to its designation as a nature reserve, offering unspoiled natural beauty. Its exceptionally clear water has drinking water quality and can reach temperatures of up to 28°C in summer. The water is noted for its skin-regenerating properties.
The Gösselsdorfer Lake region is popular among outdoor enthusiasts on komoot. More than 118,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 stars for routes in the area.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Road Cycling Routes, Hiking, MTB Trails, and Touring Cycling. There are also guides for family-friendly hikes, easy hikes, and gravel biking.
The mild climate in Carinthia allows for extended cycling tours from March to November. This period generally offers favorable conditions for exploring the region's diverse cycling routes.
The official website for the Strandbad Gösselsdorfer See (beach) is goesselsdorfersee.com. For tourism information related to the broader Eberndorf area, the phone number is +43 (0) 4236 2221.

