Velden Things to Do

Water SportsThere are a variety of water sports to choose from when holidaying in Velden. This area of Austria experiences a very long swimming season, generally beginning in May and often going on until October. Why not swim in the Alpine lake, or try your hand at fishing? Windsurfing is a popular summer activity, as well as canoeing and kayaking. There are qualified and experienced instructors available to assist you when renting equipment and getting out onto the warm water. Small boats are also available to rent, take a romantic boat trip on the lake or learn a little more about the native flora and fauna with a tour guide. GolfOnly six kilometres from Velden is an 18-hole golf course that is filled with amenities. Why not play a round of golf with lush landscape as your backdrop, the perfect way to relax on your lakes and mountains holiday in Velden. There is an enclosed driving range, open-air driving range, practise bunker, club house, electric cart hire and much more.   EntertainmentVelden has an array of restaurants, cafes and bars to choose from. With many resorts scattered around Velden, there is a wide range of nightlife options for the holiday maker. Summer is a busy time of year, with many small festivals happening around the region. Local tourist information centres can assist you in finding out what festivals are happening when you holiday in Velden.   Walking and HikingWest of Velden there is a pleasant one and a half hour walk to Grosser Sternberg. Alternatively you can head north and take a one hour walk to the little Fortsee, a storage reservoir.  Rosegg Wildlife ParkThis wildlife park is home to 350 animals in their natural habitat. There are numerous information boards in English explaining local ecology and interesting facts about the native flora and fauna. For the children, there is a zoo with small animals like ponies, midget donkeys, goats and rabbits for them to learn about. Email this to a friendClick here to send this page to a friendExtrasCar hire