Where is Bad St. Leonhard im Lavanttal located?

Bad St. Leonhard is located in the upper Lavanttal valley in Carinthia, Austria, around 20 kilometers north of Wolfsberg. The charming spa town is nestled between the foothills of the Koralpe and the Seetal Alps and lies at around 740 meters above sea level. The town is known for its sulphur healing springs, which were already appreciated in the Middle Ages. Today, Bad St. Leonhard offers a successful combination of nature, relaxation and history. The surrounding area is ideal for hiking, cycling and skiing in winter - for example in the nearby Klippitztörl ski area. The idyllic location makes the town a relaxing destination in the heart of the Carinthian mountains.

What's going on in Bad St. Leonhard in winter?

The region around Bad St. Leonhard in Lavanttal turns into a true skiing paradise for the whole family in winter . With a total of 80 wonderful kilometers of pistes, the Lavanttal ski areas of Koralpe, Klippitztörl and Weinebene offer a wide variety of winter sports options up to an altitude of 2,000 meters. In addition to the extensive downhill runs, fast-paced FIS trails provide pure adrenaline, while the snow parks inspire with action-packed obstacles. On the Klippitztörl in particular, the day's skiing can even be extended into the night thanks to floodlit pistes . The gentle slopes and excellent conditions of the Lavanttal ski areas have earned the region the nickname "Carinthia's ski school". Ski schools, services and rental shops are available in all ski areas to make getting started in winter sports as easy as possible. Take a look at the ski area in Lavanttal with the webcams at the Bärenwaldlift and get an up-to-date impression of the conditions on site. The live cams also give you information about the open lifts and pistes in the ski area. So you can start your perfect day of skiing in Bad St. Leonhard well prepared!
The Lavanttal in Carinthia is also right on trend away from the slopes. Enjoying nature, switching off from everyday stress - these are the positive companions of active relaxation. In addition, guided snowshoe hikes on the Koralpe, the Klippitztörl and the Saualpe provide a view of beautiful natural landscapes, which can also be observed with the webcams in Bad St. Leonhard.

What can you do in Bad St. Leonhard?

Characterized by the Lavant River and the exceptionally good soil conditions, the region is known for its numerous fruit and vegetable plantations. The sweet apple cider and full-bodied Lavanttal schnapps are particularly popular.
Due to its healing sulphur springs, which are used to alleviate rheumatic complaints, Bad St. Leonhard is also a popular spa and bathing resort outside the region. At the center of the healing powers is the drinking and healing water from the "Preblauer Sauerbrunnen". The Gothic parish church, dedicated to St. Leonhard, the patron saint of prisoners and animals, is well worth a visit, as is the main square with its Biedermeier houses and 18th century Marian column. Among the numerous castle ruins and castles in the area, the Renaissance-style Wiesenau Castle is particularly well-known and impresses with its history.
For nature lovers, the region offers over 1,000 kilometers of marked hiking trails up to altitudes of 2,100 meters. The slopes of the Koralpe and Saualpe are ideal starting points for numerous mountain tours and circular hikes. This wonderful hiking area can be explored without much effort and numerous alpine huts invite you to stop for a bite to eat with typical Carinthian delicacies. A summer toboggan run and numerous events round off the offer for a perfect summer vacation in Bad St. Leonhard.
Would you like to know how warm it currently is in Bad St. Leonhard? Use the webcams in Bad St. Leonhard to check the current weather conditions and prepare for your hike.

The weather in Bad St. Leonhard

The unique climatic conditions in Lavanttal ensure that the weather in Bad St. Leonhard is very cold and snow-sure in winter, while in summer hot days with little precipitation create ideal conditions for a vacation. The weather camera in Bad St. Leonhard provides you with all the necessary information about the weather, and if you are still looking for accommodation, you can book it via our website.