Bad Kleinkirchheim, Austria 2024 – how to get there, where to stay, things to do

Table of Contents:

When to travel to Bad Kleinkirchheim

How to get to Bad Kleinkirchheim

How to get to Bad Kleinkirchheim from Salzburg

How to get to Bad Kleinkirchheim from Munich

Where to stay in Bad Kleinkirchheim

What to do in Bad Kleinkirchheim

When to travel to Bad Kleinkirchheim

Bad Kleinkirchheim is a ski and thermal resort located in the Carinthia region of Austria. The trails in Bad Kleinkirchheim are famous for their well-thought-out geometry and varied landscape. The main highlight of the resort is the steep 4-kilometer descent trail named after Franz Klammer, who, in turn, is a famous native of the region. In addition to skiing, the resort is also famous for its thermal complexes, offering a cozy, relaxing holiday.

After some research, I decided to put together information I have previously found out and create a complete guide on how to organize a holiday in Bad Kleinkirchheim. I figured out how to get to the town, where to stay & what to do there. I really hope this detailed information will help you plan your trip to Bad Kleinkirchheim.

Having examined some information, I can say that Bad Kleinkirchheim can be visited any time of the year. In winter tourists can enjoy skiing and relaxing in thermal spa areas. In summer tourists can enjoy hiking, rock-climbing, tennis, golf and other seasonal activities as well as visiting thermal spa complexes too. The skiing period lasts from December until April. Winters are snowy here, which is good for freeriding, cross-country skiing and standard skiing. The hiking period lasts from May to October incl. This time of the year natural landscapes are really inspiring and colorful so don`t miss it.

How to get to Bad Kleinkirchheim

How to get to Bad Kleinkirchheim from Salzburg

By public transport: From Salzburg you can get to Bad Kleinkirchheim by public transport, although be prepared for changes. First, from the airport you need to get to the Salzburg Railway Station, where you can take the train to Spittal. You can check the train schedule to Spittal and purchase tickets on the Raileurope ticket service. Spittal, in turn, is located 30 km from Bad Kleinkirchheim. This distance can be covered by regular bus. You should focus on buses No. 5140 or 5144.

By taxi: The logistics of public transport are not very convenient, especially if you travel with your own ski equipment, so tourists often order a car transfer that takes them directly from Salzburg airport to the resort. This option is more expensive, but also incomparably more comfortable. You can book a transfer in advance on various international services. These include, in particular, Kiwitaxi and others similar. The travel time from Salzburg airport directly to the resort is approximately 2 hours. Based on my thorough research, Kiwitaxi has a lot of positive reviews that is why I can totally recommend it. For sure, there are a lot of other taxi services available at the airport.

By rented car: Alternatively, you can use such option of getting to the resort as renting a car. This option is suitable for those tourists who have a driver’s license. In addition to your driver’s license, you need a passport and a bank card. The process of registering a car for renting does not take much time (about 20 minutes), provided that you have booked the desired class of car in advance. You can book a car in advance via various online services, such as Discover Cars, Economybookings and others. I use both services when planning upcoming trips. Based on my experience, they have a convenient search and a lot of modes to narrow down the results and find out the best available option for renting. The distance from Salzburg to Bad Kleinkirchheim is 182 km, which is about 2 hours 15 minutes on the road. The cities are connected with highway No. A10 (see it on the map).

How to get to Bad Kleinkirchheim from Munich

By public transport: If you prefer the option of public transport, then from Munich you first need to get to Spittal (the nearest town with a train station). There are direct trains between the cities, which run on schedule every two hours throughout the day. The travel time is 4 hours. You can check the schedule and purchase tickets online at the Raileurope booking service. Raileurope is one of my favourite online services for planning upcoming trips. It has a convenient search and it gives very detailed information on each available option. I can totally recommend it. Then from Spittal there are regular buses No. 5140 and 5144, running directly to Bad Kleinkirchheim.

By taxi: You can also take a taxi from Munich Airport or book a car transfer in advance. This option is much faster than public transport and does not require changes. You can order an individual transfer in advance via the various online services such as Kiwitaxi, Intui.Travel and other similar ones. The travel time from Munich Airport is approximately 4 hours. As online booking services provide tourists reviews, I can say that both services are good and have a lot of positive reviews from tourists.

By rented car: Such an option as renting a car is also convenient. You can rent a car directly at the Munich Airport. There are rental offices in the city center too. If necessary, you can book a car in advance on special services such as Economybookings, Discover Cars and other similar ones. Munich and Bad Kleinkirchheim are connected with highways #A8 and# A10. The distance is 300 km and the travel time is approximately 3 hours 40 minutes(see on the map). To rent a car, you need to have a passport, an international driving license and a bank card.

Where to stay in Bad Kleinkirchheim

As I have examined some information, I can conclude that in Bad Kleinkirchheim you can stay in apartments, holiday homes, hotels, guest houses or chalets. Accommodation, as in any other popular ski resorts, is recommended to book in advance due to high popularity. As for hotels, in Bad Kleinkirchheim there are mainly 4- and 3-star options, but there is also a 5-star hotel.

Das Ronacher Therme & Spa Resort 5* – the hotel is located in a picturesque place, next to a natural park. The hotel features a luxurious spa with 5 thermal pools, hydromassage, saunas, a steam bath and other options. There are also massage rooms and a gym. A restaurant and bar are open to guests. You can stay in rooms of various categories. Some rooms have a balcony. Breakfast or half board is offered. Wi-Fi is provided throughout the hotel and is free of charge. Free public parking is available on site. The reception desk is open 24 hours a day, where ski passes are sold and ski storage is provided;

Alpine Spa Residence 4* is an apartment complex located in the center of the ski village and has its own spa center. At the spa center you can find indoor and outdoor swimming pools, hydromassage, Finnish and herbal saunas, a steam bath, and a gym. Guests can stay in studios or apartments with one or two bedrooms. Some apartments have terraces. Breakfasts are paid extra. Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel and is free of charge. Free private parking is provided on site. Ski passes are sold at the front desk and ski storage space is also available;

Hotel Pragant 4* – the hotel is located in the center of Bad Kleinkirchheim and is surrounded with a park. There is a tennis court and golf course nearby. There is a restaurant and a bar on site. You can stay in rooms of various categories. The type of meals offered is breakfast or half board. Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel and is free of charge. Free private parking is provided on site. Ski passes are sold at the front desk, and there are also area for storing skis and luggage;

Explorer Hotel Bad Kleinkirchheim 3* – the hotel is located near the thermal complex of Bad Kleinkirchheim. A fitness center and a bar are available. Guests can stay in double rooms. Breakfast is included in the price. Wi-Fi is provided throughout the hotel and is free of charge. Private parking is available on site for an additional fee. There are places for storing luggage and skis too;

Pop- Art- Hotel Dalnig – The hotel is located 600 m from the center of Bad Kleinkirchheim and the nearest cable car. Guests can enjoy a steam bath, a sauna, and a children’s playroom. You can stay in rooms of various categories, including family rooms. Some rooms have a balcony. Breakfast is included in the price. Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel and is free of charge. According to my research, free public parking is available on site, which is very good for those travellers, who come by car. Ski passes are sold at the front desk and ski storage area is also available.

What to do in Bad Kleinkirchheim

Bad Kleinkirchheim is a two-in-one resort. Opportunities for a ski holiday here are skillfully combined with relaxation at thermal complexes. The ski area in Bad Kleinkirchheim may not be the largest in Austria, but it is extremely diverse – with interesting geometry and landscapes. There is some information I analyzed and put together:

• The total length of the routes is about 108 km.
• In total, the resort has about 32 trails, most of which are easy (18 km) and moderately difficult (77 km).
• The length of the longest route is 7 km.
• The resort is served by about 25 ski lifts.
• There are areas for night skiing.
• 42 km of trails belongs to cross-country skiing, and about 50 km for toboggan runs.

The resort most famous ski slope is the Franz Klammer slope with its unique geometry and landscape (the middle section of the descent trail is almost vertical). The resort also has a snowboard center and a halfpipe, and hosts snowboard competitions and shows.

There are also opportunities for freeride. You can find off-piste areas in the Mulde fur Tiefschneefahrer area on the Kaiserburg mountain. In winter, you can also go hiking – there are about 60 km of marked trails. Other winter activities include an outdoor skating rink and dog sledding tours.

One of the main non-skiing activities in Bad Kleinkirchheim is a visit to the thermal complex called Romerbad Thermal Spa. On the area of the complex, you can find a massage center, 5 thermal pools and 13 types of saunas. The complex pools are quite diverse and include waterfalls, massage nozzles, underwater jets, fountains and even a water slide. There is also a restaurant and relaxation areas on site. I found out detailed information for visiting the complex:

• The complex is open daily from 10.00 to 21.00.
• The cost of visiting for one adult starts from 26,50 euros (pool area) and 43,50 euros (pool and sauna area) for 3 hours.
• It is also possible to purchase an entrance ticket for 4 hours and for the whole day.
• There are discounts for children and pensioners.
• Family admission tickets are also available for purchase.

During the summer, Bad Kleinkirchheim is also open to tourists. The thermal complex continues to operate and hiking routes are open, served by a large number of ski lifts. In the summer, you can also try a sport such as golf. An 18-hole golf course is available at the resort. In general, we can say that Bad Kleinkirchheim is an all-year-round resort. Alpine skiing, thermal springs, hiking trails, extreme sports, relaxation – all this can be found at the resort if desired. Add gorgeous natural views, developed infrastructure and cozy vibes, and you will understand why travelers choose Bad Kleinkirchheim as a place for holiday.

Photo above the article: Bernd Thaller