Hermagor-Pressegger See is a tourist town in the Carnic Alps. There is a large ski resort with over 100 km of slopes of various difficulty levels. In summer, the area around the city is suitable for hiking and relaxation can be found at the local lake.
The town has developed on the shores of Lake Pressegger See, whose waters in summer heat up to 28 degrees Celsius. There is Hermagor Bath with a beach and recreational areas. You can also go canoes and boats on the lake.
The Hermagor-Pressegger See arouses the greatest interest of tourists in winter. The biggest attraction is the local ski resort located at an altitude of 600 to over 2,000 m above sea level. It is supported by several dozen cable cars and lifts, including the Millenium Express cable car, the Gartnerkofel chairlift. The resort has mainly red and blue routes, and the great infrastructure, ski schools, and the care of instructors and animators make this place recommended for a ski holiday with children.
The town also has a wide apres-ski offer, which in addition to restaurants, bars and clubs also includes gyms, snowshoe and scooter tours, a natural ice rink on Lake Pressegger See and wellness facilities.
In summer, the main attractions of the Hermagor-Pressegger See include the hiking trails and the scenic spots. The most famous are the Garnitzen gorge with routes led on bridges and wooden footbridges, and the Garnerkofel peak with an observation platform. You can get there on foot or by chairlift.
