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Falstaff Restaurantguide 2025: The most beautiful Outdoor Dining Areas in Carinthia

© Hotel Schloss Seefels / Daniel Waschnig Photography
South of the main Alpine ridge, where mountains and lakes meet, picturesque spots invite you to enjoy a meal in the fresh air. In this list, you will find the most beautiful lakeside terraces and outdoor dining areas with views in Carinthia.
La Terrasse im Hotel Schloss Seefels

Richard Hessl has long excelled with consistency. He sources most of his food locally. He uses it to conjure up lively dishes with a Mediterranean touch. 700 wines are stored in the cellar.

Töschling 1, 9212 Pörtschach am Wörther See, Austria
Seespitz im Falkensteiner Schlosshotel Velden

Exclusive culinary experience in the large, chic hotel restaurant right on the lake. International mix of dishes made predominantly from Carinthian ingredients. Magnificent terrace with an unobstructed view of the lake.

Schlosspark 1, 9220 Velden am Wörther See, Austria
Maria Loretto

Perfect for unforgettable sunsets. You will be spoiled with zucchini, date and goat's cheese salad, all kinds of seafood, as well as Carinthian cheese noodles and hearty pumpkin fritters with sage.

Lorettoweg 54, 9020 Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, Austria

Above the vineyards, you can enjoy the magnificent panoramic view and Luka Jezeršek's refined Alps-Adriatic cuisine on one of the most beautiful terraces in Carinthia. The restaurant's own fine wines are served by the glass.

Taggenbrunn 9, 9300 Sankt Veit an der Glan, Austria

Ludmannsdorf 13, 9072 Ludmannsdorf, Austria

Gerhard and Florian Satran and Anja Petschauer stoke the fires of the former smithy on Lake Ossiach. Fish caught in the wild and from natural fish farms are refined into delicious dishes.

Ossiach 4, 9570 Ossiach, Austria

Josef Trippolt skillfully combines the Alps and the Adriatic. His timeless cuisine has long stood for the best execution and nuanced dishes. A fine selection of wines, including the Croatian bottles.

Hauptplatz 7, 9462 Bad Sankt Leonhard im Lavanttal, Austria

The stylish interior with a pinch of vintage sets the stage for the chic clientele. Classics such as veal paillard or steak are complemented by Mediterranean courses such as ravioli and empanadas.

Höhenweg 151, 9073 Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, Austria

Chef Martin Hudelist is at the stove himself. He is good at cooking traditionally with local produce and likes to add creative elements. You can't resist the Hadnschmarren.

Klopeiner Straße 1, 9131 Grafenstein, Austria