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Sunny City of Lienz

When you stay at the Grandhotel you are right in the middle of it all. The hotel is located directly on the banks of the Isel - just a few minutes' walk from the old town.

 

High Mountains and Southern Flair

You may have already heard about it: Lienz describes itself as the city of the sun and claims that the south begins here. You can say and write a lot, but believe it or not, there are an average of 2,020 hours of sunshine a year and the city has a real Mediterranean flair. Stroll through the city a little in summer, and you quickly notice: You couldn't describe beautiful Lienz more appropriately. And since people do not live from the sun, the south and hours of sunshine alone, Lienz also has a lot to offer.

 

The old town between the rivers Isel and Drau with its numerous cafés, bars, restaurants, boutiques and specialty shops invite you to stroll. The proximity to Italy can be clearly felt - the Mediterranean flair gives the city a very special atmosphere: “Dolce Vita” is lived here!

 

From the sunny city it goes up high - the Lienz Mountain Lifts take you directly from the city to 2278 m. With a wonderful view of the Dolomites, you can go hiking and mountain biking in Summer and skiing, snowboarding or enjoy winter hiking in Winter.

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

What are the primary hiking destinations in the Lienz area?

The geographic location in East Tyrol provides direct access to hiking and alpine climbing routes in the Lienz Dolomites, the Schober Group, and to the Großglockner in the Hohe Tauern National Park.

Does the hotel serve as a starting point for motorcycle tours in East Tyrol?

The hotel acts as a logistical base for alpine pass rides via the Großglockner High Alpine Road, the Felbertauern route, and into the network of South Tyrolean Dolomite passes.

Are there opportunities for swimming in natural lakes near Lienz?

Located about five kilometers from the hotel is Lake Tristach (Tristacher See) at the foot of the Lienz Dolomites, which is registered as East Tyrol's only swimming lake.

What leisure activities are accessible directly in the town of Lienz?

The Lienz cable cars (Lienzer Bergbahnen) provide access to the Zettersfeld and Hochstein areas at over 2,200 meters for hikers and mountain bikers; additionally, the "Osttirodler" Alpine Coaster is operated there.

What conditions apply to golfers in the region?

Guests who book directly with the hotel receive a 30% discount on the green fee at the nearby 36-hole championship course, GC Dolomitengolf.

Your Vacation in East Tyrol

Winterurlaub Osttirol

Winter-Wonderland

Untouched landscapes and snow-covered mountains guarantee dreamy days of rest and relaxation away from mass tourism.

Winter Activities

Ausflüge Osttirol

Attractions

East Tyrol offers a multitude of interesting excursion destinations and sights. Culture enthusiasts and nature lovers will enjoy their time in East Tyrol.

Attractions

Kultururlaub Osttirol

From Romans & Counts

Traditions and customs are very important in East Tyrol. A cultural and historical tour through the city of the sun is worthwhile.

Culture Holiday