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Things to see in Spittal an der Drau (Austria): 82 places and when to go
Spittal an der Drau is a town in Austria, and this site lists 82 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (49), History (19), Mountains (19). The best known are Teurnia, Burg Sommeregg and Latschur. The best time to come is May to October; also possible: November to April. In June there are 15 h 38 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 21. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Austria · 46.7806, 13.5405
- Places
- 82 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Hiking (49) · History (19) · Mountains (19) · Nature (5) · Museums and art (5) · Temples (3)
- Best time
- May to October.
- Also possible
- November to April.
- Nearest airport
- SZG Salzburg, 120 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Latschur, at 2,236 m.
What to see in Spittal an der Drau
The places in and around Spittal an der Drau, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- TeurniaHistory8.5 km
- Burg SommereggCastle6.1 km
- LatschurMountain in the Gailtal Alps in Carinthia12 km
- Burgruine OrtenburgFortification6.4 km
- Schloss PorciaChâteau3.9 km
- Burgruine GmündCastle14 km
- Millstätter AlpeNature · Mountains9.1 km
- Burgruine RothenthurnBuilding in Spittal an der Drau, Austria3.9 km
- Millstatt AbbeyAbbey in Millstatt, Austria3.5 km
- Burgruine Hohenburg auf RosenbergCastle ruin in Carinthia13 km
- HochgoschMountain in Austria1.6 km
- Geteilte Kirche am KreuzbichlChurch14 km
- Feldsberg CastleCastle in Carinthia, Austria13 km
- Castra of DuelRoman fort12 km
- Filialkirche hl. Magdalena, MöllbrückeChurch13 km
- Schloss RaggnitzChâteau15 km
- Schloss PöllanChâteau12 km
- Pfarrkirche Spittal an der DrauParish church in Spittal an der Drau, Austria3.7 km
- TschiernockMountain in the Nock Mountains in Carinthia9.5 km
- 1. Kärntner FischereimuseumMuseums and art4.4 km
- BodeneckMountain in the Nockberge in Carinthia12 km
- Burgruinen LindBuilding in Kleblach-Lind, Austria14 km
- GoldeckSki resort in Carinthia6.6 km
- GranatiumMuseum in Radenthein, Austria13 km
And the other 58, by what you come to do:
- Mountains: Lammersdorfer Hütte, Millstätter Hütte 1880 m, Alexanderhütte, Bergfriedhütte, Erlacherhaus, Goldeckhütte, Gusenalm, Hansbauer Hütte, Kapelleralm, Kohlmaier Hütte, Lamprechthütte, Mähderhütte, Sommeregger Hütte, Thomannbauerhütte
- Museums and art: Museum Carantana, Museum für Volkskultur (Spittal an der Drau)
- History: St Antonius Spital in Gmünd, Schloss Heroldeck, Villa Luisenheim, Millstatt, Gasthof Kohlmayr, Gasthof Prunner
- Hiking: 153, 1917, 1941, 197, Alpe Adria Trail, Alpe Adria Trail E10, Alpe Adria Trail E11, Alpe Adria Trail E12, Alpe Adria Trail E13, Alpe Adria Trail E14, Domitian-Pilgerweg, Lärchriegelsteig - 192, Latschur 264, Perau - Platz - Tschiernock, Rupertiweg, Schluchtweg - 193, Wanderweg 185-1, Wanderweg 185-2, Wanderweg 186, Wanderweg 187 (Döbriach - Mirnock), Wanderweg 188 (Döbriach - Mirnock), Wanderweg 190-1, Wanderweg 191 Tschiernock, Wanderweg 193, Wanderweg 194, Wanderweg 265, Wanderweg 266, Wanderweg 268, Wanderweg 271, Wanderweg 283, Wanderweg 564, Wanderweg 565, Weg des Buches, Weg des Buches - Etappe 7, Weg des Buches - Etappe 8
- With kids: Drautal perle, Freizeitpark Kleblach-Lind
When to go to Spittal an der Drau
The best time to visit Spittal an der Drau is May to October; also possible: November to April. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:44
- FebPossible10:04
- MarPossible11:36
- AprPossible13:21
- MayBest time14:50
- JunBest time15:38
- JulBest time15:18
- AugBest time14:01
- SepBest time12:19
- OctBest time10:37
- NovPossible9:07
- DecPossible8:21
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 38 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 21. In July, 81 of the 82 places are at their best.
When to go to Austria in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Spittal an der Drau
The nearest main airport is Salzburg Airport (SZG, Salzburg), 120 km as the crow flies. How to get around Austria (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of Austria, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Spittal an der Drau?
The best known: Teurnia, Burg Sommeregg, Latschur, Burgruine Ortenburg, Schloss Porcia. In all, 82 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Spittal an der Drau?
May to October; also possible: November to April. In June there are 15 h 38 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 21.
How do you get to Spittal an der Drau?
The nearest main airport is Salzburg Airport (SZG), 120 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Spittal an der Drau as the destination and these 82 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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