Excursions:
Gnesau is a perfect starting point for a wide variety of activities throughout the year. All larger towns, bathing lakes and ski areas can be reached within 30 minutes by car. Whether you are looking for an active or a relaxing holiday in a natural environment, at the Mooshäusl you are in the right place. You will experience tradition, friendliness and rustic local life-styles. Also for culinary experiences there are many good local 'Gasthäuser'. From the house there are lots of things to do without getting into the car, such as tours in the mountains with a barbeque in a mountain hut; an instructive walk through the forest; a children s wood workshop; the pilgrimage walk of St, Hemma - the local saint; and lots of wonderful walks in the National Park. Further afield you can drive to the lakes of Millstättersee, Weissensee, and Wörthersee, the castles of Hochosterwitz and Landskron, the famous village of Heiligen Blut/Grossglockner, the Obir grottoes and stalactites. and many others
Summer activities:
The mild climate of the Southern Alps is ideal for hiking in the National Park of the Nock Mountains. Relax in the crystal clear mountain air and beautiful countryside where the flora and fauna invite you to explore, discover and reflect. There are over 1000km of well marked paths between 1000m and 2500m high as well as many walks to the tops of the mountains with breathtaking views. There are alpine huts for meals or even for spending the night. There is Nordic Walking, Mountain-biking and climbing for all levels and qualified instructors and guides are available. Within a minute's walk from the Mooshäusl is a tennis club with a large swimming pool.
Many walks also start from Gnesau and the immediate surroundings .
There is an extensive choice of art and cultural activities in Carinthia during the summer: theatre, opera, comedy, concerts, exhibitions and festivals.
Wellness and Spa:
Bad Kleinkirchheim was the first resort in Austria to be awarded with the “Certificate of Alpine Wellness” for its exceptional services and can certainly be counted as one of the very best when it comes to pampering and looking after your wellbeing. This wellness spa in the Nock Mountains offers all you need for that perfect holiday of relaxation and recuperation.
Water is a vital element which helps us to keep fit. Few sports other than swimming do so much for the figure and fitness while being very gentle and easy on the joints. The thermal water in Bad Kleinkirchheim also has healing properties to strengthen the circulatory system, the immune system, infectious diseases and lots more.
Other Activities:
Cross country skiin, snowboarding, icescating, bowling, Winterwalking
