Villach is the hub for cycling in Carinthia. Three of Austria’s best-known long-distance cycle paths – the Alpe Adria Cycle Path, the Drau Cycle Path and the new Meridiem Trail– all lead directly through the town on the Drau. There are also day trips to Faaker See, Ossiacher See and Wörthersee, all of which can be reached by bike in 10 to 20 minutes.
harry’s home Villach is located at Bahnhofplatz 5, right next to the main train station. If you arrive by train, for example via the Tauernschleuse on the Alpe Adria cycle path or with the Micotra cycle wagon from Italy, you can be at the door in 30 seconds. Bikes are safely stored in the hotel’s own bike cellar, and the service point has a washing machine and dryer for sweaty jerseys. And the breakfast with regional organic products makes it easy to start the next stage.
Directly at the train station - arrival by bike and train without detour
Secure, covered and lockable bicycle parking facilities
Bicycle repair kits in the hotel, partner workshop nearby
Hire and rental bikes directly at the hotel or via partners
Three long-distance cycle paths from the front door: Alpe Adria, Drau cycle path, Meridiem Trail
Faaker See in 15 minutes, Ossiacher See in 10 minutes by bike
The Alpe Adria cycle path (Ciclovia Alpe Adria) connects Salzburg with Grado on the Adriatic over a distance of around 410 km. Villach is on stage 4 – here the route changes from the Drautal to the Gailtal in the direction of Italy. The Spittal-Villach stage (approx. 40 km) runs almost flat along the Drau. From Villach, the route leads via Arnoldstein to Tarvisio – on the historic route of the K+K railroad line, one of the most beautiful sections of cycle path in Europe. harry’s home is located 30 meters from the train station – ideal for combined bike and train journeys.
✓ Stage stop on the Salzburg-Grado route (approx. 410 km in total)
✓ Spittal-Villach: 40 km flat along the Drau
✓ Villach-Tarvis: approx. 45 km through Gailtal and Kanaltal
✓ Tauernschleuse, Micotra train and cycle buses directly connected
The Drau Cycle Path (R1) stretches over 510 km from Toblach in South Tyrol to Varaždin in Croatia – the first five-star e-bike cycle path in Europe. Villach is the central station on the Carinthian section. The Spittal-Villach stage (approx. 40 km) runs continuously on asphalt along the banks of the Drau, from Villach it goes into the Rosental valley towards Ferlach (51 km). The flat sections are also suitable for families – with cycle buses and the Erlebnis CARD, the return journey can be arranged flexibly.
✓ 5-star cycle path, asphalted and flat
✓ Day tours towards Spittal (40 km) or Ferlach (51 km)
✓ Family-friendly – separated from car traffic throughout
✓ Cycle buses and train connections for flexible stage planning
Since March 2026, the Meridiem Trail has connected Vienna and Villach over around 600 km in 12 stages – through five federal states, from Vienna’s Urania via Eisenstadt, Graz and Klagenfurt to Villach’s main square. The last stage leads along the Wörthersee and Faaker See. In Villach, the journey can be continued seamlessly on the Alpe Adria cycle path – towards Salzburg or on to Grado. Through the Koralm tunnel, Villach can be reached by train from Graz in approx. 45 minutes.
✓ 600 km long-distance cycle path from Vienna to Villach (since March 2026)
✓ Seamless connection to the Alpe Adria cycle path and Drau cycle path
✓ Koralm tunnel enables fast train journey from Graz (approx. 45 min.)
✓ harry’s home directly at the end point of the trail (Bahnhofplatz)
Not every cycling vacation in Villach has to be a long-distance bike tour. The region offers first-class day tours for leisure cyclists, families and e-bikers.
The turquoise-blue Faaker See is around 15 minutes by bike from Villach. The lake circuit itself is approx. 10 km long and almost completely flat - perfect for families. If you want to extend the tour, combine the lake circuit with the cycle path via the Finkensteiner Moor and back via the...
Lake Ossiach can be reached by bike in 10 minutes. The circular route on the R2 cycle path is around 28 km long and leads through quiet villages on the shore. A break in Ossiach is worthwhile - not only because of the collegiate church, but also because of the bathing opportunities.
The Gailtal cycle path leads westwards from Villach through the wide Gailtal valley. After approx. 30 km to Arnoldstein, you pass the Gail gorge and cycle through alpine countryside with views of the Carnic Alps. The ascent towards Italy begins in Arnoldstein.
For mountain bikers, there is the areaone in Villach - an MTB practice area for all skill levels. The Kopain Trail (1.8 km), a varied single trail with jumps and berms, awaits at Lake Faak. Further single trails at Nassfeld (58 km away) complete the offer.
harry’s home Villach opened in 2023 and is the first house in the brand’s third design generation. The house is specifically equipped for bike travelers – from secure parking to tools for the road.
harry’s home Villach is specifically designed for cyclists: secure, covered and lockable bicycle storage facilities, bicycle repair kits in the hotel, cooperation with a nearby bicycle repair shop, rental and hire bikes directly at the hotel, bicycle maps and tour tips at reception and a laundry room with dryer for cycling clothes. The hotel is also located right next to the train station – the hub of the Alpe Adria Cycle Path, Drau Cycle Path and Meridiem Trail. The hotel is also a member of the Drau cycle path hosts.
Three long-distance cycle paths intersect in Villach: the Alpe Adria cycle path (Salzburg-Grado, 410 km), the Drau cycle path (Toblach-Varaždin, 510 km) and the new Meridiem Trail (Vienna-Villach, 600 km). There are also regional cycle paths to Lake Faak, Lake Ossiach and the Gailtal valley.
Lake Faak is approx. 8-10 km from the hotel. It takes around 15-20 minutes by bike along the signposted cycle path. The lake circuit itself is approx. 10 km long.
E-bike batteries can be charged in the bicycle cellar. There are also 4 type 2 charging stations (up to 11 kW) for e-cars in the underground garage.
The Alpe Adria Cycle Path is classified as moderately difficult. The most challenging section is the ascent in the Gastein Valley. From Villach southwards, the route is predominantly flat to gently sloping. An e-bike makes the first stages easier. The Villach-Grado section (approx. 260 km) is also suitable as an independent tour of medium difficulty.
Villach Hbf is served by IC and EC trains from Vienna, Graz, Salzburg and Innsbruck. Most long-distance trains have bicycle parking spaces (reservation recommended). You can reach Villach from Graz via the Koralmbahn in approx. 45 minutes. The Micotra train from Udine has its own cycle carriage in summer.