Discover Hohenthurn

Hohenthurn is a destination for everyone who wants to combine their stay with cultural history, nature observation and varied trails. The branch church, the protected traces on the Derter Platte and the Marienpilgerweg pilgrimage trail give the village a range of different facets. In addition, activities at the Skieldorado Hrast offer options for winter days. When looking for a holiday apartment, you can therefore consider whether you would prefer to focus on historical discoveries, landscape experiences or sporting activities.

Cultural history around Hohenthurn

The Hohenthurn branch church is a prominent cultural point of reference. It dates from the Gothic period and preserves a later addition in the form of its high altar: the high altar is a work from the late 17th century. This gives your visit an interesting perspective on the interplay of different eras. Anyone interested in church art can view the architecture and the high altar as two connected but chronologically distinct aspects.

The Derter Platte area in the Dreulacher Moos also reaches far back into the past. The terrain there features a Celtic burial mound field. The settlement and burial mounds of the Derter Platte are protected as monuments by official decree. At the same time, the Derter Platte is a habitat for numerous rare plants and animals. Those interested in culture and nature observers therefore find two perspectives on the same landscape here: traces of earlier settlement and today’s biological diversity.

Another protected sight is the Gailitz Bridge in Stossau. It is protected as a monument by ordinance and adds to the picture of historic structures that you can take into account when exploring the area around Hohenthurn. Such individual destinations can easily be incorporated as deliberate discoveries into a stay, without the day having to be devoted exclusively to one activity.

Forest trail and unobstructed views of the Alps

The approach to Hohenthurn along the Marienpilgerweg pilgrimage trail appeals to travellers who want to get to know the village through an experience on the trail. The route initially leads through the forest and then offers unobstructed views of the Dobratsch massif and the Carnic Alps. This change in particular defines the character of the route: a sheltered section through the forest is followed by an open view of the mountain landscape. If, when choosing your accommodation, you value a trip involving exercise and scenic impressions, this trail is one of the key points to consider in your personal planning.

Winter options at the Skieldorado Hrast

There are also specific options for a stay focused on winter activities. The Skieldorado Hrast has a cross-country ski trail up to 2.7 km long. In addition, the Skieldorado Hrast has two ski slopes and an ice-skating rink. This provides different forms of winter activity side by side: you can consider cross-country skiing, downhill skiing and ice skating as separate interests in your plans. When looking for a holiday apartment, it makes sense to first determine the activities you want to pursue and then choose the appropriate location for your own travel plan, without assuming any particular accommodation facilities.

Other places to consider

If you would like to extend your search to other places, you will find additional destinations here: Zlan, Nötsch Im Gailtal, Oberfederaun, Drobollach Am Faakersee, Äußere Einöde, Bad Bleiberg, Saak and Fahrendorf.

Hohenthurn is therefore particularly suitable for travel planning in which more than just one individual experience matters. A holiday apartment in Hohenthurn can serve as a base for your personal mix of culture, nature and activity.

For the higher-level travel overview: Villach.