The hikes near Höflein differ in their routes: one loop follows natural terrain around Lake Rauschelesee, while the Plöschenberg hike climbs uphill along the shore. From a viewpoint with a panoramic information board, you can see across the Keutschach Valley and the Klagenfurt Basin. Accommodation options also have specific features to choose from.

Accommodation in Höflein

A municipal directory from 2024 lists the Perdacher Helga holiday apartment at Höflein 27, with lake access and bicycles. The Pichlerhof at Höflein 3 is listed as a guesthouse and holiday apartment, with a large garden, children’s playground and private bathing beach. Check current availability and facilities before booking. The two options listed in the 2024 municipal directory differ in accommodation type and features: Perdacher is described as a holiday apartment, while the Pichlerhof is listed as a guesthouse and holiday apartment. This makes it easy to check whether lake access and bicycles, or a garden, playground and bathing beach, are relevant to your search.

Hikes and trail points

The “Keutschach Circular Tour (Public Transport)” leads from Lake Bassgeigensee towards Lake Rauschelesee in Höflein. The “Plöschenberg, up to 780 m” hike starts at the Höflein/Rauschelesee bus stop, passes along the shore of Lake Rauschelesee and climbs uphill towards Plöschenberg. At a viewpoint with a panoramic information board, it offers views across the Keutschach Valley and the Klagenfurt Basin. The first signs along the trail point towards the Pygmy Owl Nature Trail. After crossing the Keutschacher Landesstraße in Höflein, the route follows Trail 17 towards Pertitschach.

A section of the Keutschach Panorama Trail passes Lake Bassgeigensee and Lake Rauschelesee. The “Keutschach – Bassgeigensee – Rauschelesee – Pertitschach – Spintikteich” hike runs from Keutschach to the Keutschacher Landesstraße in Höflein. Near Höflein, the Rauschelesee loop circles the lake over natural terrain and passes a campsite and a lido. Check trail conditions before setting out.

Choosing a route by its course

The route’s shape is a clear point of difference when choosing between the trails. The Rauschelesee loop circles the lake over natural terrain, passing a campsite and a lido along the way. The Plöschenberg hike, by contrast, includes a section along the shore, an ascent and a viewpoint with a panoramic information board. If you prefer to plan a loop or combine a view with an uphill trail, these features can help guide your decision.

Playground and bike rental

Near Höflein, the nature adventure playground at the Rauschelesee family lido gives children the chance to swim, play, climb, slide and use the seesaw. Access conditions may vary by season.

E-bikes and classic city bikes are available to rent in Keutschach am See. Check availability before your trip.

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