=== Holiday apartments in Carinthia === The southernmost federal state of Austria offers a wealth of memorable vacation possibilities in an unspoiled natural landscape. On the lakes and in the mountains, active vacationers who book a flat in Carinthia will certainly enjoy their stay. Carinthia is framed by mountains, and more than a hundred lakes beckon with pleasant bathing temperatures. Besides the numerous swimming lakes, there are above all the idyllic river valleys, and the vast hiking areas in the East of Carinthia are popular goals for vacationers who take holiday apartments in Carinthia. The Drau Valley begins at Oberdrauburg. A popular starting point for hikes is the town of Zwickenberg, in the shadow of a fascinating Gothic church. Very popular is to book a Carinthian vacation house in Klagenfurt. Carinthia‘s capital city possesses a fascinating Old Town surrounding its Old Square. Famous as a trademark of Klagenfurt is the Dragon Fountain. The State Museum tells the story of this mythical creature. In southern Carinthia lies Lesach Valley, parallel to the Italian border. Before Hermagor, vacationers who book a vacation house in Carinthia reach Nassfeld, a popular ski resort. North of the town of Spittal an der Drau, Malta Valley stretches out. Here especially the numerous reservoirs deserve attention. In the Nockgebiet region, one can take leisurely mountain tours. The area is especially popular for its rare flora and fauna.