Nature. Tradition. Experiences.

All year round at the Familiengut

Experience nature. Feel tradition. Feel special moments.

Every season has its magic

Every season has its very own magic at the Familiengut Burgstaller. Whether it's the golden autumn with its indulgence and vitality programme or the atmospheric Advent season with contemplative moments - the year at the Familiengut has special experiences in store. Let us inspire you and discover what awaits you in the different seasons.

A couple stand on a viewing platform and look out over the snow-covered mountain and lake landscape.
Active & relaxed

Winter holiday atLake Millstatt

Snow, mountains & lake – experience an unforgettable winter at the Burgstaller family estate in Döbriach. Whether cross-country skiing, winter and snowshoe hikes or tobogganing – there is something for every age group here. Enjoyment and relaxation await you with winter cuisine in a warm atmosphere. Your winter break in Carinthia is waiting for you!

To the winter experiences
Holiday happiness at the Familiengut.

Atmospheric Advent & Christmas season

In the winter months, the Lake Millstätter See unfolds its unique charm. When the first snowflakes envelop the landscape, the Familiengut Burgstaller is transformed into a place full of wonder and festive joy. You can feel the magical atmosphere everywhere, spreading joy and contemplation.

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Small trees decorated with lights in the garden of the family estate.
Simply unique.

Advent of lights to the Animal Village.

Every year in December, our Advent of lights lights up and leads you from the hotel to the picturesque Animal Village. Enjoy hot drinks and freshly roasted chestnuts while the crackling of the fire conjures up a cosy atmosphere.

Date in 2025: 20th and 21st December, from 3 p.m.

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Candlestick decorated with twigs and pine cones.Winter decoration with a silver deer on branches and pine cones.
Full of joy.

Festive holidays

Spend the Christmas season at our Familiengut Burgstaller and create unforgettable moments with your loved ones. On Christmas Eve, we will spoil you with a festive dinner while the bells of the Christ Child ring and the Christmas tree lights up - a very special experience! We also offer Christmas parties for groups who want to celebrate in a festive atmosphere. Come and experience a magical Christmas for young and old!

A sparkling sparkler.Skiers in colourful winter clothing ski down a snow-covered piste.
Turn of the year.

Glamorous celebrations

Start the new year with an indulgent highlight: on New Year's morning, we invite you to a regional breakfast that is perfect for the festive occasion and will spoil you all round! The Carinthian winter at the Familiengut is simply unique. Imagine whizzing down the slopes of nearby ski areas such as Bad Kleinkirchheim, St. Oswald, Goldegg, Katschberg and Turracher Höhe or simply enjoying the tranquil atmosphere around the Lake Millstätter See. Spend relaxing winter days with us around the New Year and let us spoil you. And don't worry - we've also come up with something special for Epiphany.

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Advent market in Bad Kleinkirchheim with small illuminated huts.
A man taking an ice bath in a frozen lake.
A small ship docking at a jetty on Lake Millstatt.
A family stands under the archway that marks the start of the path of lights and reads a sign.
Christmas decoration consisting of silver deer and fir trees.
The Familiengut Burgstaller in the snow, with a tree decorated with red baubles in front of it.
Atmospheric & contemplative.

Events in the surrounding area

  • Millstätter Lichtweg
  • Winter magic at sea on the MS Porcia with mulled cider and apple punch with Captain Franz
  • Advent market in Bad Kleinkirchheim
  • Christmas village in Spittal an der Drau
  • Rauhnachtswalks in Döbriach
  • "Fresh and healthy - ice bathing" in Döbriach
  • Cold bath workshops

Tip: Use the inexpensive Advent shuttle

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Apples, chestnuts, walnuts, berries and flowers on a table.
Holiday happiness at the Familiengut.

Enjoyable autumn at the farmer's

Experience the golden autumn at the Familiengut Burgstaller in Döbriach with a varied gourmet and vitality programme. Look forward to soothing infusions with our sauna master, guided hikes and seasonal delights from Carinthia. Our autumn programme is included for all guests and offers something for everyone.

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Autumn-colored trees in the morning light.Sauna with towels and a wooden bucket on the bench.
Simply unique.

Our autumn programme:

  • Guided (herbal) hikes by the lake or in the Nockberge Biosphere Park with our certified hiking guide.
  • Sauna infusion twice a week with our sauna master.
  • Yoga twice a week in the garden with our yoga teacher.
  • Your Carinthia Card is available at our reception (for an additional charge).
  • All other events can be found in our weekly schedule.
  • Our tip: Extend your holiday: arrive early, including lunch buffet, or leave later and use the garden and sauna area until the afternoon (subject to availability, please ask our team at reception for information).
People in traditional costume, women dancing, men playing instrumentsTwo people on a viewing platform in front of an autumn landscape

Further highlights:

  • Once a week aperitif with Adi and Barbara.
  • Free e-bike, mountain bike and bicycle hire - while stocks last.
  • Mini golf course open
  • Tennis court open depending on availability
  • Yoga instructor and sauna master 2-3 x per week in the house.