... nestles at the very heart of the Mölltal valley, at an altitude of 680m above sea level, and covers an area of approx. 104km² (comprising the villages of Obervellach, Untervocken, Dürnvellach, Raufen, Räuflach, Semslach, Söbriach, Wolliggen, Lassach, Stallhofen, Gratschach, Stampf, Leutschach, Pfaffenberg and Kaponig).
Perfect climatic conditions are regularly reported by the gauging station. Therefore, it is not by chance that Dr. Schroth had his spa hotel built in Obervellach. Schroth cures are highly effective in a healthy and unspoiled environment. And this is what Obervellach offers in abundance!
Thanks to Kaponigtal, a beautiful valley covering some 2,000 hectares of unspoilt mountain scenery, Obervellach was integrated into the Hohe Tauern national park.
... through the famous Schroth cure to get healthier and more beautiful while shedding some of those superfluous pounds.
Regain your inner balance amidst virgin nature surroundings, walk away your stress, take in the pure air and detect your weak spots in the course of regular check-ups.
... on the side altar of St. Martin's was created by Jan van Scorel in 1520 and is just one of a whole number of artistic gems of the church.
Obervellach and its surroundings feature many castles such as Groppenstein, Oberfalkenstein and Unterfalkenstein, and the Faulturm tower.
* unspoiled nature in abundance
* mountain huts where you can enjoy milk, cheese, bread, smoked bacon and schnapps to restore your energies after a demanding walk or hike
* footpaths that take you to Falkenstein castle, the picturesque Groppenstein ravine or to the Hohe Tauern nature reserve
... are an experience your little ones will never forget!
There is so much to do and see, and they'll have plenty of room to romp about and enjoy themselves.... playing hide-and-seek in the barn, making new friends, taking care of our horses, cows, sheep and hens.
Our local farms make a splendid destination for a fabulous family vacation.
... try and get hooked on white water rafting, canoeing, hydrospeed or fly-fishing, paragliding or hang gliding, tennis, swimming or horseback riding. Obervellach gets you going!
Erlebnisbad Obervellach - a treat to the body, mind and soul.
What could be more soothing and relaxing after a long day out walking and hiking than taking a refreshing bath at the Obervellach swimming center? Special highlights: 68m BLACK HOLE slide with light effects, Tarzan slide, large sunbathing area, playground, ...
Or how about a sauna session or a soothing massage?
... with a whole number of European towns including:
* Freising in Germany
* Hemer in Germany
* Kreuzau in Germany
* Seltz in France
* Dilbeek-Schepdaal in Belgium
* Muggia in Italy
* Budapest XV district in Hungary
* Skofja Loka in Slovenia
