Faak am See Travel Guide

City Town in Carinthia on Lake Faak, Austria

A small town hugging Faaker See, where turquoise water invites swimmers, sailors and stand-up paddleboarders; nearby Burg Landskron stages birds-of-prey shows and alpine trails climb toward meadows. Summer draws cyclists, lake festivals and quiet beer gardens.

Costs

Midrange: $90-140/day

Affordable guesthouses, lake activities and cafe meals.

Safety

Very safe - low crime

Typical Austrian safety; standard precautions after events.

Best Time

Late spring-early autumn (May-September)

Warm lake weather and biking festivals in September.

In This Guide

Why Visit
Best Things to Do
Bucket List
Best Time to Visit
How to Get There
How to Get Around
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

Local Time

10:52 AM

GMT+2

Weather

49°F

Partly Cloudy

Population

1,049

Infrastructure & Convenience

Walkable lakeside, regional buses, tourist info, German signage.

Popularity

Attracts families, hikers, swimmers and European motorcycle enthusiasts.

Known For

Lake Faaker See, turquoise water, European Bike Week, swimming, sailing, hiking, cycling routes, lakeside promenades, Carinthian cuisine, fishing

Every September Faaker See hosts European Bike Week, one of Europe's largest motorcycle gatherings, drawing tens of thousands of riders.

Why Visit Faak am See? #

Surrounded by alpine slopes and turquoise water, Faak am See is a haven for lake lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Faaker See’s clear swimming and boating, the climbing and paragliding accessible from Gerlitzen Alpe, and the annual European Bike Week bring very different crowds to the same shoreline. Regional specialties like Kärntner Kasnudeln and lakeside cafés add a culinary angle, and the mix of active pursuits and relaxed lakeside dining sets it apart.

Best Things to Do in Faak am See

All Attractions ›

Lake Bled

Scenic Alpine lake with church-topped island

Lake

Triglav National Park

Alpine national park centered on Slovenia's highest peak

National Park

Vintgar Gorge

Scenic river gorge with wooden walkways

Mountain

Triglav

Slovenia's highest peak and national symbol

Mountain

Julian Alps

Mountain range in Slovenia with alpine landscapes

Mountains

Lake Bohinj

Scenic glacial lake in Triglav National Park

Lake

Wörthersee

Large Alpine lake near Klagenfurt, popular summer resort

Lake

Wörthersee Stadion

Modern stadium in Klagenfurt, hosts football matches

Stadium

Faak am See Bucket List

Don't Miss

Faaker See (Lake Faak) - Swim or paddle in Lake Faak's clear waters at the public beach.
Strandbad Faak - Relax at Strandbad Faak public lido with grassy lawns and easy lake access.
Landskron Castle (Burg Landskron) - Explore Landskron Castle ruins and watch bird of prey demonstrations on weekends.

Hidden Gems

Faak lakeside cycling trail - Cycle the lakeside trail for quiet viewpoints and local picnic spots along shore.
Gerlitzen Alpe cable car - Ride the cable car for alpine walks and accessible summit trails and viewpoints.
Local craft cafés in Drobollach - Stop in nearby Drobollach cafés for homemade pastries and lakeside people-watching moments.

Day Trips

Villach - Visit Villach's old town, Rathausplatz and riverside cafés a short drive away.
Lake Wörthersee - Drive to nearby Wörthersee for elegant villas, swimming and lakeside promenades.

Best Time to Visit Faak am See #

Faak am See is best in summer (June-August) for swimming, boating and alpine hikes. Late spring and early autumn offer milder weather and fewer people; winters are cold and snowy, good for nearby skiing.

Winter

December - February · -5-5°C (23-41°F)

Cold, often snowy; quiet lakeside with frost and short daylight - good for winter sports nearby but not ideal for swimming.

Summer

June - August · 15-28°C (59-82°F)

Warm, long days; ideal for swimming, boating, and alpine hikes - expect occasional thunderstorms late afternoons and lively lakeside cafés.

Spring/Autumn

March - May & September - November · 5-18°C (41-64°F)

Mild, changeable weather; blossoms or golden foliage make landscapes lovely, and trails are quieter than midsummer, perfect for peaceful walks and photos.

Best Time to Visit Faak am See #

Climate

Faak am See's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 25°C. Abundant rainfall (1250 mm/year), wettest in July.

Best Time to Visit

AugustJulyJune

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

35°

Warmest Month

-27°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

40 Poor

Comfort

-3°

Feels Like Freezing

-3°C

Temperature

-7° – 1°

89%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

59 mm

Rainfall

0.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.1

UV Index

Low

8.9h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

49 Poor

Comfort

-1°

Feels Like Freezing

-1°C

Temperature

-5° – 4°

88%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

55 mm

Rainfall

1.1 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.3

UV Index

Low

10.2h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -2°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

53 Acceptable

Comfort

4°

Feels Like Cold

4°C

Temperature

-2° – 9°

84%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

80 mm

Rainfall

1.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.6

UV Index

Moderate

11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

8°

Feels Like Cold

8°C

Temperature

2° – 14°

79%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

98 mm

Rainfall

1.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.9

UV Index

Moderate

13.4h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

13°

Feels Like Cool

13°C

Temperature

7° – 19°

78%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

108 mm

Rainfall

1.5 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.3

UV Index

High

14.8h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

16°

Feels Like Cool

16°C

Temperature

10° – 23°

77%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

133 mm

Rainfall

1.4 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.6

UV Index

Very High

15.6h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (140 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

19°

Feels Like Mild

19°C

Temperature

12° – 25°

74%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

140 mm

Rainfall

1.3 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.7

UV Index

Very High

15.2h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

18°

Feels Like Mild

18°C

Temperature

12° – 24°

75%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

121 mm

Rainfall

1.2 m/s

Wind

Calm

1.4

UV Index

High

14.0h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

63 Good

Comfort

14°

Feels Like Cool

14°C

Temperature

8° – 20°

80%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

120 mm

Rainfall

1.0 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.9

UV Index

Moderate

12.4h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

51 Acceptable

Comfort

9°

Feels Like Cold

9°C

Temperature

4° – 14°

86%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

129 mm

Rainfall

1.0 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.5

UV Index

Low

10.7h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

3°

Feels Like Cold

3°C

Temperature

-1° – 7°

89%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

126 mm

Rainfall

0.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.2

UV Index

Low

9.3h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

36 Poor

Comfort

-2°

Feels Like Freezing

-2°C

Temperature

-5° – 2°

89%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

81 mm

Rainfall

0.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

0.1

UV Index

Low

8.5h daylight

How to Get to Faak am See

Faak am See sits south of Villach and east of Klagenfurt in Carinthia. Most visitors arrive via Klagenfurt Airport (KLU) or by rail to Villach/Klagenfurt and then take short regional buses or taxis to Faak am See.

By Air

Klagenfurt Airport (KLU): The closest regional airport for Faak am See, with seasonal and regional services. From KLU you can take a taxi to Faak am See (about 20-30 minutes) for roughly €25-40, or use regional bus connections into Klagenfurt city and onward local buses to Faak for a lower cost.

Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU) / Graz Airport (GRZ): Both airports are viable international alternatives. From Ljubljana (≈1-1.5 hours by road) or Graz (≈1-1.5 hours by road) you can rent a car or use a combination of ÖBB trains and local buses to reach Faak am See; expect transfer times of around 1-2 hours and taxi/shuttle prices appreciably higher than regional bus options.

By Train & Bus

Train: The nearest major rail hubs are Villach Hauptbahnhof or Klagenfurt Hauptbahnhof on the ÖBB network. From Villach or Klagenfurt, regional buses run to Faak am See; train to Villach + bus is a common route and takes about 20-40 minutes from Villach.

Bus: Carinthia’s regional buses (Postbus/ÖBB‑Postbus and local lines) serve Faak am See from Villach and Klagenfurt. Single tickets for short regional hops are typically €2-6 and travel times from Villach are about 15-30 minutes, depending on the service and stop.

How to Get Around Faak am See #

Faak am See is compact and very walkable around the lakeshore and village centre, especially in summer. Cycling is popular (bike rentals available) and a car makes visiting nearby towns easier; regional buses link Faak to Villach and other Carinthian towns, while taxis are available but not frequent.

Where to Stay in Faak am See #

Budget

Faaker See lakeside - €40-90/night

Faak am See has several family-run guesthouses and pensions. Budget stays are cozy and often within easy walking distance of the lake.

Local guesthouses and pensions - Family-run inns close to the lake.
Gasthof Tirolerhof - Simple rooms near the shore.

Mid-Range

Faaker See lakeside - €90-160/night

Mid-range hotels offer comfortable rooms, breakfast service and easy access to lake activities and cycling routes. Family-friendly and well-maintained.

Hotel Krainer - Comfortable rooms, central lakeside location.
Hotel Garni Gabriele - Good mid-range option by the water.

Luxury

Velden / Faaker See region - €180+/night

Luxury properties are found a short drive from Faak am See, offering spas, fine dining and premium lake views; expect higher seasonal rates.

Falkensteiner Carinzia (region) - Spa facilities and upscale rooms.
Schlosshotel Velden (nearby) - Luxury lakeside hotel a short drive away.

Where to Eat in Faak am See #

Breakdown of cuisine types found across Faak am See's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.

Regional

Pizza

Italian

Kebab

Burger

Austrian

Chinese

Pasta

Sushi

Turkish

Asian

Chicken

Sandwich

Breakfast

Steak House

International

Thai

Bagel

Donut

Greek

Nightlife in Faak am See #

Nightlife is seasonal - lakeside beer gardens and casual bars get busy in summer and during events. Outside peak times the village is quiet after dinner, with most evening action linked to festivals such as European Bike Week.

European Bike Week - Major annual motorcycle rally with concerts and lakeside gatherings.

Shopping in Faak am See #

Shopping in town is small-scale: a few shops, bakeries and tourist stalls near the lake selling regional treats and souvenirs. For bigger shopping trips and a wider choice of stores, drive or take the bus to Villach.