Autumn cycling & mountain biking holidays in Bad Kleinkirchheim

Rossalmhütte Trail (Bad Kleinkirchheim)

A moderately technical downhill trail winding through the golden forests of the Nockberge mountains in autumn.

• Length: approx. 2.8 km
• Descent: ~390 m
• Start: Rossalmhütte (~1,900 m), accessible via the Kaiserburg cable car or by bike
• Difficulty: intermediate
• Highlights: a flowing mix of natural trail and forest road, vibrant autumn foliage, finishes at the Feldpannalm below Lake Brennsee

Kornock Flow Trail (Turracher Höhe)

An easy to intermediate flow trail through colorful autumn landscapes and stunning views.

• Length: approx. 5.6 km
• Descent: ~400 m
• Start: Top station of the Kornockbahn (~1,778 m)
• Difficulty: easy
• Highlights: banked turns, rollable doubles, wooden bridges, panoramic views of the Nockberge and Lake Turrach

Lurnfeld Gravel Loop

A scenic autumn gravel route through the Möll Valley – perfect for fit and experienced riders.

• Length: approx. 91.7 km
• Elevation gain: approx. 1,694 m
• Difficulty: intermediate
• Route: Loop around the Lurnfeld area (near Lake Millstatt & Bad Kleinkirchheim) with quiet sections and botanical highlights
• Highlights: wide valley views, romantic wild sections, and a strong connection to autumnal nature

GIRLS.BIKE.CAMP at Lake Faak

• When: August 17–22, 2025 (late summer/early autumn transition)
• For: Girls aged 11 to 13
• Program: 3–4 hours of daily technique training and trail adventures in a fun, guided group setting

BUCKETRIDE Festival at Lake Faak

• When: October 2–5, 2025
• What: MTB camping with a strong community vibe, campfires, vanlife atmosphere, and guided rides

Lake Bike XCO – Burgarena Finkenstein

• When: Sunday, October 5, 2025, 08:00–18:00
• Format: Cross-country event (XCO) in the historic Burgarena – perfect for cross-country fans and autumn athletes

Pyramidenkogelhero (Klagenfurt/Velden)

• When: Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 14:30
• Challenge: Time trial up the Pyramidenkogel – a scenic tower rally with local flair and spectacular views

Dash through the golden forests of Bad Kleinkirchheim and savour the unique sense of freedom and closeness to nature. On a mountain biking trip through the single track nature trails in this part of the Nock Mountains, you’ll experience utter bliss on two wheels, at altitude and for all levels of difficulty. After intrepid cycling & mountain biking excursions, it’s time to indulge in some pampering in the private spa of the Trattlers Hof-Chalets or in the Römerbad or St. Kathrein thermal baths nearby.

“The combination of high-octane thrills and pure relaxation makes for the ultimate feel-good break at the Trattlerhof.”