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Upcoming events in the region

Events & Leisure Activities at Lake Weissensee

Pleasure tour at Nature Park lake Weissensee

Pleasure Tour in the Nature Park Lake Weissensee. A silent a prudent hike with the wildlife ethologist over the soft, moss-covered forest floor. He will take you on a walk following the traces in Nature Park lake Weissensee. Experience nature very closely and enjoy the famous fish from lake Weissensee on the raft. Day: Friday (10/05 – 28/06 and 6/9 – 4/10) Starting point: Neusach, reversement, village square Beginning / Duration: 9.30 am – 1.30 pm / 4 hours Price / Service: Adults € 55,- children (up to 14) € 27,- Booking: please always by Wednesday 5 pm at Weissensee Information, phone +43(0)4713/22 20

Culinary Event “Aufwårt’n” in the kitchen

Culinary Event “Aufwårt’n” in the kitchen – 5 dishes in 5 different kitchen and 1 E-raft. From 2 to 7 pm. Price: € 25,- for 2 kitchen or € 55,- complete tour/per person. Information and registration: Weissensee Info, Phone +43(0)4713 2220 by 4 pm the previous day.

Raft concert of Traditional Band Weissensee.

Raft concert by Traditional Band Weissensee. From the bridge to Möden’s Bad at Aufwart’n. Beginning 11 am.

Culinary Event “Aufwårt’n” at Möden’s Bad

Culinary Event “Aufwårt’n” at Möden’s Bad. A culinary festival for the whole family. From 11 am to 4 pm at Strandbad Knaller in Techendorf. Free entrance. Information and registration: Weissensee Info, +43(0)4713 2220.

48th International Angling Competition

"Golden Trout of Lake Weissensee"

Lake Weissensee weekly market

craftworks and agricultural products. At the car park behind Weissensee-Haus in Techendorf, 9 am - 12 noon.

47th International Angling Competition

48th International Angling Competition “Golden Trout of Lake Weissensee”. 1st day of competition and weighing from 8 to 9 pm in front of Weissensee-Haus. 2nd day of competition and weighing from 4 to 5 pm in front of Weissensee-Haus.

Fishermen’s Tent Festival

Fishermen’s Tent Festival from 7 pm at Weissensee Haus in Techendorf. Entertainment, music and fun featuring „BAND 2L“. 8 pm award ceremony and 11 pm drawing (holiday, fishing gear, fishing licences)

Crayfish meets species protection

Crayfish meets species protection Lake Weissensee, one of the purest alpine lakes is still hiding some secrets. One of them was discovered last year. The noble crayfish is still native here at lake Weissensee. Its population is small and very precious since it is the only known crayfish population surviving the crayfish plague. At the same also a crayfish species from America has found a habitat in lake Weissensee endangering the local noble crayfish. Follow the fish biologist Martin Müller in collecting population data and help protecting this sensation. Furthermore: facts about the ecosystem lake Weissensee. And: finest fish. By boat from Neusach to Gosariawiese. Help Martin harvesting the rivalling crayfish in shallow water. Information: boat tour to the eastern shore, search for crayfish. Harvesting of crayfish only for fishery interests. Dates: on Wednesdays 10 a.m. (June 5 – September 18) Duration: about 5 hrs Costs: EUR 29.-/adult and EUR 18.-/children (incl. tasting of lake Weissensee fish specialties) The number of participants to this exclusive programme is limited to 5 persons! Meeting point: weissen-see-fisch; Fischhaus in Neusach 106 Registration: Mag. Martin Müller | Tel.: 0043 676 501 36 74 | info@weissenseefisch.at | www.weissenseefisch.at

“Watching the starry sky”

“Watching the starry sky” in the Nature Park Weissensee The starry sky has always exercised great fascination on the man. In the nature park Weissensee the landscape is not illuminated by electric light. Hikes in powerful full moon nights and mystic new moon nights with trained nature park rangers will fascinate you. With nature park ranger Robert Röbl you start from the lower station and walk to Naggler Alm and on to the wayside shrine “Bildstöckl”. The ranger will give you basic information about the correct behaviour in the woods at night-time, the nature park and finally you will enjoy the starry sky and the stunning panoramic views. Dates: Thu 06/06, Thu 13/06, Wed 19/06, Thu 04/07, Thu 11/07, Thu 18/07, Thu 25/07, Thu 01/08, Thu 08/08, Thu 15/08, Thu 22/08, Thu 29/08, Thu 05/09, Thu 12/09. Meeting point: Techendorf/cable car lower station 8 p.m. Duration: about 3-4 hours Equipment: weather-proof clothes, sturdy shoes, headlamp Costs: adults 14,--€, children € 8,- with lake Weissensee guest card or Adventure Pass mobile+. Number of participants: at least 5 persons Registration: by Wednesday 4 pm at Weissensee Information: +43 (0)4713 2220.

Annual concert "Singkreis Drei Täler"

Concert by Singkreises „Drei Täler“. Weissensee Haus - Techendorf. Beginning: 8 pm. Entrance fee voluntary contribution.

Weissensee Church Anniversary

Weissensee Church Anniversary. Tree positioning at the event area near Weissensee cable car lower station at 1 pm. From 6 pm to 6 am tree guarding. 9 pm: „Olte Zech Night“.

Weissensee Church Anniversary

Weissensee Church Anniversary. 6 am wake-up call with the Traditional Band Weissensee from Oberdorf-Dorfplatz to Neusach. 8.30 am festival service at the Catholic Church in Gatschach. Festival service at the protestant church 10.30 am with the Traditional Band Weissensee and Singgemeinschaft, then joint walk to Weissensee Haus. At 8.30 pm dancing and entertainment at the festival tent near Weissensee cable car. Entrance fee

Nature Park Hike to organic farm Pfeiferhof

Nature Park Hike to organic farm Pfeiferhof in Oberdorf Pleasant hike with Nature Park ranger Robert to the farm afternoon at organic farm Pfeiferhof. You’ll learn about the importance of agriculture across time. Farmers produce high-quality food and protect at the same time the climate and the environment. We may stroke and feed the animals (cows, horses, sheep, rabbits and cats) in the barn and on the pasture, watch the farmers milking the cows and taste a “still warm” milk. Finally there is a hearty Carinthian snack. Dates: Wednesday – June 12 and August 28 Time: 2 p.m – 4:30 p.m. Meeting point: car park Praditz Duration/Information: 2,5 hrs – no dogs allowed! Equipment: mountain boots, weather-proof clothes and provisions Costs: adults € 14, children 6-14 years € 8, children 2-5 years € 4 with Weissensee guest card and Adventure Pass mobile+ Number of participants: at least 5, max. 30 pers. Registration: by Tuesday 4 pm at Weissensee Information: +43 (0)4713 2220

Following the Tracks of Forest Glass

Following the Tracks of Forest Glass On Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nature park ranger Robert Röbl is available at the archaeological site Tscherniheim (near Hermagorer Bodenalm). At this archaeological excavation of an old glass kiln you learn more about origin and life around the forest glass. The nature park ranger will answer your questions about 255 years of history, a relict from a period of rise and decline of glass production of highest quality. The nature park ranger informs also about flora and fauna of the nature park, the habitats and the measures to protect the landscape. Dates: on Thursdays from June 13 to September 05, 2019 and on appointment You may have a rest in one of the regional alpine taverns along the route. The participation is free for holders of Weissensee guest card and Adventure Pass mobile+ and residents! Day tour.

“Watching the starry sky”

“Watching the starry sky” in the Nature Park Weissensee The starry sky has always exercised great fascination on the man. In the nature park Weissensee the landscape is not illuminated by electric light. Hikes in powerful full moon nights and mystic new moon nights with trained nature park rangers will fascinate you. With nature park ranger Robert Röbl you start from the lower station and walk to Naggler Alm and on to the wayside shrine “Bildstöckl”. The ranger will give you basic information about the correct behaviour in the woods at night-time, the nature park and finally you will enjoy the starry sky and the stunning panoramic views. Dates: Thu 06/06, Thu 13/06, Wed 19/06, Thu 04/07, Thu 11/07, Thu 18/07, Thu 25/07, Thu 01/08, Thu 08/08, Thu 15/08, Thu 22/08, Thu 29/08, Thu 05/09, Thu 12/09. Meeting point: Techendorf/cable car lower station 8 p.m. Duration: about 3-4 hours Equipment: weather-proof clothes, sturdy shoes, headlamp Costs: adults 14,--€, children € 8,- with lake Weissensee guest card or Adventure Pass mobile+. Number of participants: at least 5 persons Registration: by Wednesday 4 pm at Weissensee Information: +43 (0)4713 2220.

Live at the Tavern

Live at the Tavern. At Seehotel Enzian. Beginning 9 pm. Entrance fee € 6,-.

“Watching the starry sky”

“Watching the starry sky” in the Nature Park Weissensee The starry sky has always exercised great fascination on the man. In the nature park Weissensee the landscape is not illuminated by electric light. Hikes in powerful full moon nights and mystic new moon nights with trained nature park rangers will fascinate you. With nature park ranger Robert Röbl you start from the lower station and walk to Naggler Alm and on to the wayside shrine “Bildstöckl”. The ranger will give you basic information about the correct behaviour in the woods at night-time, the nature park and finally you will enjoy the starry sky and the stunning panoramic views. Dates: Thu 06/06, Thu 13/06, Wed 19/06, Thu 04/07, Thu 11/07, Thu 18/07, Thu 25/07, Thu 01/08, Thu 08/08, Thu 15/08, Thu 22/08, Thu 29/08, Thu 05/09, Thu 12/09. Meeting point: Techendorf/cable car lower station 8 p.m. Duration: about 3-4 hours Equipment: weather-proof clothes, sturdy shoes, headlamp Costs: adults 14,--€, children € 8,- with lake Weissensee guest card or Adventure Pass mobile+. Number of participants: at least 5 persons Registration: by Wednesday 4 pm at Weissensee Information: +43 (0)4713 2220.

Lake Weissensee Cocktail Days

Thursday, 20 June 2019: Lake Weissensee Cocktail Days. Market experience from 9-12.30 a.m. at Weissensee Haus. Friday, 21 June 2019: Lake Weissensee Cocktail Days. Culinary event from 6.30 pm. Bartenders, cooks and spirits producers serve a perfectly arranged dinner with cocktails in six partner hotels. With table reservation. Information on www.weissenseekulinarik.at Saturday, 22 June 2019: Lake Weissensee Cocktail Days. At the landing dock 7 pm - midnight.

Nature Park Weissensee-ORF hike: Nature and Religion in Harmony

Nature Park Weissensee -ORF hike: Nature and Religion in Harmony Joint hike with nature park rangers along the wonderful turquoise lakeside to Gosariawiese at lake Weissensee’s eastern shore. Date: Sunday, June 23, 2019, 11 a.m. Writer Claudia Rosenwirth-Fendre and reader Helmut Zenzmaier present the „Sunday Festivity“ with the slogan „OH WUNDERBAR-OH WANDERBAR”. Musical framework by Singgemeinschaft Stockenboi. Time: 08:30 a.m. – 12:00 noon Meeting point: Weissensee/West reversement Neusach Nature Park Shuttle: departure 08:00 a.m. from the car park in Praditz to Neusach Equipment: mountain boots, weather-proof clothes and provisions Information: Weissensee Info, Tel. +43(0)4713/2220. The hike will not take place in case of bad weather.

“Watching the starry sky”

„Watching the Starry Sky - XLarge“ in the Nature Park Weissensee with overnight stay in a straw bed There is the possibility to spend the summer solstice night in June and the autumn equinox in September at Naggler Alm in an old cabin. Surrounded by the fragrance of dried meadow flowers and the rustling of straw you’ll enjoy an exceptional night and start the new day with a hearty breakfast. Dates: Thursday 27/06 and 19/09 Costs: 29 € for adults (incl. breakfast) Equipment: sleeping bag, weather-proof clothes, sturdy shoes, headlamp Number of participants: at least 5 persons Registration: by the previous day 4 pm at Weissensee Information: +43 (0)4713 2220

Live at the Tavern

Live at the Tavern . At Das Loewenzahn with „HELP! A Beatles Tribute“. Beginning 9 pm. Fee € 6,-.

Raft concert of Traditional Band Weissensee.

Raft concert by Traditional Band Weissensee. From Neusach (Neusacherhof) to Techendorf. At 8 pm.

Pleasure tour at Nature Park lake Weissensee

Pleasure Tour in the Nature Park Lake Weissensee. A silent a prudent hike with the wildlife ethologist over the soft, moss-covered forest floor. He will take you on a walk following the traces in Nature Park lake Weissensee. Experience nature very closely and enjoy the famous fish from lake Weissensee on the raft. Starting point: Neusach, reversement, village square Beginning / Duration: 9am – 1pm / 4 hours Price / Service: Adults € 55,- children (up to 14) € 27,- Booking: please always by Wednesday 5 pm at Weissensee Information, phone +43(0)4713/22 20

“Watching the starry sky”

“Watching the starry sky” in the Nature Park Weissensee The starry sky has always exercised great fascination on the man. In the nature park Weissensee the landscape is not illuminated by electric light. Hikes in powerful full moon nights and mystic new moon nights with trained nature park rangers will fascinate you. With nature park ranger Robert Röbl you start from the lower station and walk to Naggler Alm and on to the wayside shrine “Bildstöckl”. The ranger will give you basic information about the correct behaviour in the woods at night-time, the nature park and finally you will enjoy the starry sky and the stunning panoramic views. Dates: Thu 06/06, Thu 13/06, Wed 19/06, Thu 04/07, Thu 11/07, Thu 18/07, Thu 25/07, Thu 01/08, Thu 08/08, Thu 15/08, Thu 22/08, Thu 29/08, Thu 05/09, Thu 12/09. Meeting point: Techendorf/cable car lower station 8 p.m. Duration: about 3-4 hours Equipment: weather-proof clothes, sturdy shoes, headlamp Costs: adults 14,--€, children € 8,- with lake Weissensee guest card or Adventure Pass mobile+. Number of participants: at least 5 persons Registration: by Wednesday 4 pm at Weissensee Information: +43 (0)4713 2220.

Live at the Tavern

Live at the tavern. At Hotel Gasthof Weissensee with Acoustic Avenue - Austropop. Beginning: 9 pm. Entrance fee: € 6,-.

Nature Park CROSS Triathlon

Nature Park Cross Triathlon lake Weissensee. Start: 2.14 pm. Award ceremony after arrival of the last finisher. Then After-Race-Party“. Food and drinks provided.

Classic concert by Jazz/Worldmusic Duo [:klak:]

Classic concert by Jazz/Worldmusic Duo [:klak:]. Beginning 8 pm at Weissensee Haus Techendorf-Süd. Bernhard Kaimbacher: accordion and Markus Fellner: clarinet. Singing, Percussion. Fee: € 9,- with guest card, without € 11,-.

EXPERIENCING NATURE. The emerald eye of the Alps

EXPERIENCING NATURE. The emerald eye of the Alps FROM THE WATER TO THE SHORE in the Nature Park Weissensee The world in the water and along the shores in the Nature Park Weissensee is a place of inspiring beauty. Take off to an amazing exploration tour with our expert ranger where the emerald-coloured water of the lake meets the murmur of the reed. You start at Weissensee Information Techendorf Süd and after a short walk (about 1 km) you’ll reach the belvedere with stunning views to the surrounding mountains. When listening to the calls and songs of the birds the ranger will tell you more about the characteristics and living of the birds, their feathers, flights and much more. Right here you’ll also encounter the water. Explore the biodiversity of the lake under microscope. The typical haystack will soon get your attention, since it harbours the former wooden bridge that connected the two shores of the lake. The tour ends at the mysterious footbridge that features a stunning lake-view. As a souvenir you’ll get an emerald eye of the Alps made of clay. The barrier-free and gently mobile Nature Park bus will bring you back to the starting point. Dates: on Wednesdays, July 10 and August 14 Time: 9.30 a.m. – 12.30 noon Meeting point: Weißensee Information Techendorf Süd/ barrier-free WC Arrival from Weissensee region possible by gently mobile Nature Park bus Duration: 9.30 a.m. – 12.30 noon, 3 hrs, 3 km Destination: in Praditz/ barrier-free WC available. Return trip to the starting point at noon by gently mobile Nature Park bus Equipment: mountain boots, weather-proof clothes and provisions Costs: adults € 14, children 9-14 years € 8, Nature Park bus included with Weissensee Adventure Pass mobile+ Number of participants: at least 5 Features: guided hike with specialized guides/rented equipment (spyglass, microscope), turquoise blue emerald eye of the Alps (ceramic eye) Registration: by Tuesday 4 pm at Weissensee Information: +43 (0)4713 2220

“Watching the starry sky”

“Watching the starry sky” in the Nature Park Weissensee The starry sky has always exercised great fascination on the man. In the nature park Weissensee the landscape is not illuminated by electric light. Hikes in powerful full moon nights and mystic new moon nights with trained nature park rangers will fascinate you. With nature park ranger Robert Röbl you start from the lower station and walk to Naggler Alm and on to the wayside shrine “Bildstöckl”. The ranger will give you basic information about the correct behaviour in the woods at night-time, the nature park and finally you will enjoy the starry sky and the stunning panoramic views. Dates: Thu 06/06, Thu 13/06, Wed 19/06, Thu 04/07, Thu 11/07, Thu 18/07, Thu 25/07, Thu 01/08, Thu 08/08, Thu 15/08, Thu 22/08, Thu 29/08, Thu 05/09, Thu 12/09. Meeting point: Techendorf/cable car lower station 8 p.m. Duration: about 3-4 hours Equipment: weather-proof clothes, sturdy shoes, headlamp Costs: adults 14,--€, children € 8,- with lake Weissensee guest card or Adventure Pass mobile+. Number of participants: at least 5 persons Registration: by Wednesday 4 pm at Weissensee Information: +43 (0)4713 2220.

Back to the Roots – (Out)living in the Nature Park Weissensee

Back to the Roots – (Out)living in the Nature Park Weissensee All living beings – plants, animals and humans – respond to environmental impacts, have diverse demands and a “personal” life cycle. How do today’s people find their way in nature? Searching for water and food, protecting themselves against the weather, navigating with maps and compass – adults and children do not have these experiences anymore. Our nature park rangers will show you how to be prepared for an outdoor adventure. During this hike you will get a fascinating insight into the possible ways to live in nature without any technical help. Between the activities there is time for a hearty Carinthian snack. Dates: Fri 12/07,09/08, 23/08, 06/09 Time: 9 a.m. – 2.30 p.m. Meeting point: Weissensee Information Duration: about 5 hours Equipment: mountain boots, weather-proof clothes and provisions Costs: adults 25,-- €, children € 15,-- (9-14 years) Number of participants: at least 5, max. 15 pers. Registration: by the previous day 4 pm at Weissensee Information: +43 (0)4713 2220

Live at the Tavern

Live at the Tavern. At Weissenseerhof****s with Wandaller Trio. Singer Lina Rahne from Ljubljana will present a mix of different genres like Soul, Pop, Swing, Latin, Jazz. Beginning 9 pm. Entrance fee € 6,-.

Raft concert by Traditional Band Weissensee

Raft concert by Traditional Band Weissensee. From Oberdorf to Techendorf. Departure at Camping Müller at 10.30 am.

Oldies’ Night by lake Weissensee fire brigade

Oldies’ Night by lake Weissensee fire brigade - Hits of the 60s, 70s and 80s. Come with us to a time when everything was a little easier and less complicated. Beginning: 8.30 pm at the event area next to Weissensee cable car.

Experiencing water at the Nature Park Weissensee

Experiencing water at the Nature Park Weissensee Experience a wonderful hike between emerald waters, blooming meadows and mysterious calls from the surrounding woods. Range the forest and the meadows and look for nature’s smallest living beings together with Nature Park ranger Robert. Dates: on Wednesdays; July 17 and 31, August 28 Time: 09:30 a.m. – 12:30 noon Meeting point: Weissensee Information Duration: about 3 hours Equipment: mountain boots, weather-proof clothes and provisions Costs: adults € 12; children up to 14 years € 6 for holders of Weissensee guest card and Adventure Pass mobile+ Number of participants: at least 5, max. 15 pers. Registration: by the previous day 4 pm at Weissensee Information: +43 (0)4713 2220

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Regional and Alpe Adria Cuisine in Carinthia

Culinary delights are very important in the Weissensee Nature Park and there are numerous culinary highlights.
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20°

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17°

Tuesday

17°
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