Keutschacher See
Lake Carinthian lake popular for swimming and boating
Keutschacher See near Villach provides family beaches, windsurfing, lakeside camping and short walking routes through Carinthian countryside.
Keutschacher See is a freshwater lake in the Austrian state of Carinthia, located by the municipality of Keutschach am See. It is one of several small lakes in the region valued for recreation and natural scenery.
The shoreline provides bathing areas, short walking paths and opportunities for light boating and angling; facilities are modest and oriented to local day visitors. The lake forms part of a landscape of mixed forest and farmland typical of Carinthia’s lake district.
Like many lakes in the area, it occupies a basin shaped by past glacial activity and has been used by local communities for recreation since the 20th century. Modern use emphasizes summer leisure rather than industrial or large-scale commercial use.
Keutschacher See sits in southern Austria’s Carinthia, a short drive west of the regional centre of Klagenfurt and immediately adjacent to the village of Keutschach am See.
- Nearby town: The lake lies adjacent to the municipality of Keutschach am See and is used for swimming, walking and local leisure activities.
How to Get to Keutschacher See #
From Klagenfurt city center, drive southwest on the B95/Seeuferstraße toward Keutschach am See (about 15-20 km). Local signage directs drivers to village parking and lakeside Strandbäder. The nearest major rail hub is Klagenfurt; from there, buses and local taxis serve Keutschach.
Tips for Visiting Keutschacher See #
- If visiting to swim, use the Strandbad (public bathing area) in Keutschach - it's the easiest access point to the water.
- Drive from Klagenfurt (approximately 15-20 km southwest) and follow local signs to Keutschach am See; parking is available near the lakeside facilities.
- Rent a small boat or paddleboard at the lakeside if available - the lake's gentle coves reward early-morning exploration.
Best Time to Visit Keutschacher See #
Best in summer for swimming; shoulder seasons are preferable for quieter visits and hiking around the shore.
Weather & Climate near Keutschacher See #
Keutschacher 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 24°C. Abundant rainfall (1119 mm/year), wettest in July.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 1°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (132 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
