summer vacation at the Stubeck Sonnalm
Stubeck Sonnalm is located on a sunny high plateau in the Upper Carinthian Alps at 1,750 metres above sea level, overlooking the artistic and cultural town of Gmünd. To the west, the foothills of the Hohe Tauern and the renowned Hohe Tauern National Park reach into the region, while to the east, the Nockberge mountains and the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Salzburger Lungau & Carinthian Nockberge shape the landscape.
Surrounded by forests, alpine meadows and sweeping mountain views, Stubeck Sonnalm is a truly special destination for a summer holiday in Carinthia. Up here, summer feels calmer, clearer and more liberating. Nature begins right at the doorstep of your chalet, with hiking trails, mountain bike routes, peaceful viewpoints and countless opportunities to spend your days either actively or at a slower pace.
At the same time, the region is the ideal base for those who wish to experience their chalet holiday in Carinthia to the fullest – whether hiking, biking, golfing, swimming, exploring Carinthia’s beautiful lakes or discovering the cultural attractions in and around Gmünd. We are happy to share personal recommendations and help arrange your individual holiday highlights.
Right from Your Chalet
Hiking, Mountaineering &
Mountain Biking
If you love hiking in Carinthia, the landscape surrounding Stubeck Sonnalm offers the perfect setting for peaceful trails, sweeping views and unforgettable mountain experiences. During the warmer months, a remarkable variety of hiking and mountain biking adventures begins right at your chalet doorstep – no long drives, no detours, just direct access to the beauty of the Carinthian mountains.
Well-marked trails lead through forests, across alpine meadows and to scenic viewpoints far from the busy routes. Whether you prefer a leisurely walk, a challenging mountain hike or an exciting bike tour, you will find the pace that perfectly suits your day.
A particular highlight is our local mountain, Stubeck, rising to 2,370 metres. From its summit, breathtaking panoramic views unfold across the Malta Valley, the Nockberge mountains and, to the south, as far as the Karawanken range – a moment that makes summer in the mountains at Sonnalm truly unforgettable.
Delightful Destinations for
Hikers and Cyclists
Around Fender Chalets Sonnalm, traditional alpine huts and mountain inns await guests who enjoy combining nature with culinary pleasures. Many of these destinations can be reached on a leisurely hike through alpine meadows and forests – or, depending on the route, by mountain bike.
Whether as a rewarding stop after a hike, the destination of a scenic bike tour or a relaxing break during your summer holiday in Carinthia, the huts and alpine pastures of the region offer an authentic way to experience the beauty and hospitality of the Carinthian mountains.
Wölflbauerhütte
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Frido-Kordon-Hütte
Stubeck Sonnalm 58, 9853 Gmünd in Kärnten
Almgasthof Leonhardhütte
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Jausenstation Reblaus
Treffenboden 49, 9853 Gmünd in Kärnten
Tee Off Against the Backdrop of
Carinthia’s Mountains
A golf holiday in Carinthia combines sporting enjoyment with stunning scenery, fine dining and complete relaxation. Several attractive golf courses are located within easy reach of Fender Chalets – from the renowned course at Lake Millstätter See to other exceptional golf clubs across Carinthia and the surrounding region.
After your round, return to the tranquillity of Sonnalm: to the privacy of your chalet, your private spa, the hot tub on the terrace and an evening entirely your own.
Millstätter See golf course – around 33 kilometres away
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Lungau Katschberg Golf Club – around 46 kilometres away
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Bad Kleinkirchheim Golf Club – around 58 kilometres away
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Schloss Finkenstein Golf Club – around 71 kilometres away
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Swimming & Water Sports
When summer in the mountains calls for time by the water, some of Carinthia’s most beautiful lakes are within easy reach. Whether for a day of swimming, water sports, lakeside excursions or a leisurely afternoon by the shore, Fender Chalets provide a peaceful retreat high above the everyday.
Lake Millstätter See – around 28 kilometres away
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Lake Ossiacher See – around 66 kilometres away
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Lake Wörthersee – around 80 kilometres away
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Mountains & Lakes Impressive Peaks Wonderful Nature
Mountains & Lakes Impressive Peaks Wonderful Nature
Mountains & Lakes Impressive Peaks Wonderful Nature
Lake Millstätter See - The Jewel of Carinthia
Lake Millstätter See is one of the region’s most treasured destinations. Nestled between mountains and charming lakeside villages, it combines crystal-clear water, a Mediterranean atmosphere and countless opportunities for a perfect summer’s day – from swimming and water sports to leisurely walks along the shore. From Fender Chalets, Lake Millstätter See is just 28 kilometres away, making it easy to combine a day by the water with the peace and privacy of your chalet at Stubeck Sonnalm.