Experience Osttirol

Sun-drenched, in a unique location, and equipped with top-notch amenities.

What sounds like a dream really is one: Osttirol!

You simply have to experience for yourself how such a small corner of the world as Osttirol can be so magnificent—otherwise, you won’t believe it.

It all starts with the capital, Lienz, which serves as a lively base for all kinds of excursions into the surrounding area, both near and far. The bustling activity on the main square of the old town, the spectacular mountain backdrop of the Lienzer Dolomiten, the culinary offerings with their distinctly Mediterranean character, and—last but not least—more than 2,000 hours of sunshine a year are reason enough to settle down here for a while.

Eine Panoramaaufnahme von einem Sonnenaufgang in den Villgrater Bergen

Zwei Personen mit Wanderstöcken auf den letzten Metern vor der Badener Huette am Adlerweg in Osttirol.

Zwei lachende Buben, die am Rand eines Gebirgssees sitzen, wobei einer seine bloßfüßigen Beine auf einem glatten, aber verwitterten Baumstumpf liegen lässt. Im Hintergrund spiegelt sich der Horziont im glasklaren Wasser des Gebirgssees.

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Good Food and Drink

This region’s cuisine is as authentic as its magnificent landscape. Time-honored traditions meet young, talented chefs. And everything is enriched by the region’s proximity to Italy—the Mediterranean influence is unmistakable! A “Marende”—a Tyrolean snack featuring a generous slice of bacon, a homemade sausage (Kaminwurz), and dark Osttirol farmhouse bread—is often served by Osttirolars in the late afternoon and is definitely worth trying. You also shouldn’t miss out on East Tyrolean Schlipfkrapfen, a regional specialty, during your vacation in Osttirol!

Kaiserschmarren mit Preiselbeeren in einem separaten Schüsselchen auf einem weißen Teller.

Spinatknödel und Kaspressknödel in brauner Butter. Ringsherum verschiedene bunte Salate auf einem Teller angerichet.

Tiroler Gröstl mit Spiegelei und Schnittlauch in einer kleine Eisenpfanne.

All Restaurants in Osttirol

Sights in Osttirol

For anyone who’d like to relax and do some sightseeing for a few days between bike tours, here’s a list of places to visit in Osttirol.

Osttirol offers a wide variety of interesting destinations and attractions. The range extends from impressive natural spectacles like the Umbal Falls to informative museums and stunning architectural landmarks, all the way to the year-round toboggan run “Osttirodler.” Culture enthusiasts will find just as much to enjoy here as adventure seekers and nature lovers.