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Klagenfurt (Celovec)

Klagenfurt (Celovec in Slovene) is a pleasant city that has served as the capital of Carinthia since 1518. Klagenfurt's main attractions are centred around the old town with Europapark and the Wörther See attracting crowds during the summer months. Europapark, situated between the city centre and Wörther See, features a reptile zoo and Minimundus - a touristy world in miniature featuring scale models of international monuments.

Practical information

Klagenfurt Tourist Information Centre

Rathouse, Neuer Platz, Klagenfurt
Tel (0463) 537223

Hostel accommodation

Jugendgästehaus Klagenfurt

Neckheimgasse 6, A-9020 Klagenfurt
Tel (0463) 230020

Jugendgästehaus Kolping

Enzenbergstraße 26, 9020 Klagenfurt
Tel (0463) 56965

Mladinski Dom

Mikschallee 4, Klagenfurt
Tel (0463) 35651-0

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