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Steinfeld
Spend a half‑day in Steinfeld as a cyclist stop‑over; add a night if you want a quiet B&B by the Drava river.
Steinfeld is a tiny Carinthian village on the Lienz‑Spittal railway and the Drava cycle path. It offers a few B&Bs and a campsite, making it a convenient rest point for cyclists or rail travelers heading to the lakes or the Alps. One afternoon is enough to stretch, refuel and enjoy the riverside, while a night adds a relaxed rural stay.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- Jun–Sep
- avoid Dec–Feb (cold, limited services)
- Airport
- KLU
- Nights
- 0–1
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- Austria ↗Winter tyres or chains are required in winter conditions; hire cars from outside Austria may not have them fitted.
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Steinfeld133 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Steinfeld, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the euro (EUR).Austria-wide
- SIM or eSIMA1, Magenta and Drei are the networks; prepaid SIMs from shops and supermarkets (registration with ID).Austria-wide
- Tap waterTap water is excellent.Austria-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Round up or 5–10%, told to the server when paying.Austria-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Austria-wide
- SafetySteinfeld is safe; low crime and quiet streets.
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- RestroomsPublic toilets in cities cost €0.50 (≈ under US$1); cafés and museums have free ones for guests.Austria-wide
- Emergency numbers133 police · 144 ambulance · 112 General emergency (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysShops close on Sundays and holidays; Saturday afternoon closures in small towns.Austria-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportKLU Klagenfurt Airport (About 45 km (28 mi) by road, bus or train to Villach then local bus to Steinfeld.).KLU Klagenfurt Airport (About 28 mi (45 km) by road, bus or train to Villach then local bus to Steinfeld.).
- Getting aroundThe village is walkable; the Drava cycle path runs 2 km (1.2 mi) from the centre – rent a bike in Villach or bring your own.The village is walkable; the Drava cycle path runs 1.2 mi (2 km) from the centre – rent a bike in Villach or bring your own.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a café€2–3 (≈ US$3–4)
- Street or quick mealSnack (e.g., pastry)€1–2 (≈ US$2–3)
- BeerLocal beer (0.5 l)€3–4 (≈ US$4–5)
- Budget bedRieder family B&B double room, a night, per room€45 (≈ US$55)
- Mid-range bedRieder family B&B double room, a night, per room€55 (≈ US$65)
- High-end bedRieder family B&B double room, a night, per room€70 (≈ US$85)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €30 (≈ US$35) · Mid €55 (≈ US$65) · High €90 (≈ US$110)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- KLU Klagenfurt Airport (About 45 km (28 mi) by road, bus or train to Villach then local bus to Steinfeld.)KLU Klagenfurt Airport (About 28 mi (45 km) by road, bus or train to Villach then local bus to Steinfeld.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
Feb
Avoid
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
Mar
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Apr
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
May
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Jun
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jul
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Aug
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Sep
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Oct
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Nov
not flagged
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Dec
Avoid
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
Best: Jun–Sep. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)), coolest Jan (−7°C (19°F)19°F (−7°C) low), wettest Jun (12 rain days), driest Jan (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Steinfeld: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
−7°C (19°F)19°F (−7°C)
6 rd
Feb
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
6 rd
Mar
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
7 rd
Apr
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
9 rd
May
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
11 rd
Jun
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
12 rd
Jul
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
11 rd
Aug
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
11 rd
Sep
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
9 rd
Oct
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
9 rd
Nov
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
9 rd
Dec
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
7 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The village is walkable; the Drava cycle path runs 2 km from the centre – rent a bike in Villach or bring your own. Local bus connects to Spittal‑an‑der‑Drau (check schedule).
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Villach
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
Regional train from Steinfeld to Villach, about 30 min, then walk to town centre
Larger town with shops, restaurants and lake access.
Spittal an der Drau
goDoor to door: ≈30 min
Regional train, about 15 min
Historic town on the Drava, good for a quick lunch.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Rieder family B&B
Family‑run, rooms with private facilities, breakfast included. Approx. €50 double room (2026 estimate, check).
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €30–45 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
- Mid
- €45–70 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
- High
- €70–100 (≈ US$85–120) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Rieder family B&B double room1 × 1 night × €55 | €55 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × €55 | €110 |
| Regional train Steinfeld ↔ Villach (return)2 × €8 · check | €16 |
| Bike rental (full day)2 × €12 · check | €24 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €21 |
| Trip total≈ €113 per person per day, bed included | €226≈ US$300 |
Breakfast included.
2026 estimate in euros; flights and rail passes excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a café | €2–3 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Snack (e.g., pastry) | €1–2 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Local beer (0.5 l) | €3–4 (≈ US$4–5) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Limited shops – bring food or stop in Villach.
- Train service may be infrequent on weekends; verify timetable.
- B&B prices may vary seasonally; confirm before booking.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 133
- Ambulance
- 144
- General emergency
- 112
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Bitte hierherTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police133
- Ambulance144
- General emergency112
Embassy
US consulate in Vienna; Austrian embassy in Washington, D.C.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Steinfeld → Villach train: about €8 (≈ US$10) return (check schedule)
- Bike rental (full day): ≈ €12 (check provider)
Say or show
- Entschuldigung — Excuse me / Sorry (Entschuldigung)
- Danke — Thank you (Danke)
- Wie viel kostet das? — How much is it? (Wie viel kostet das?)
- Wo ist die Toilette? — Where is the bathroom? (Wo ist die Toilette?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Steinfeld. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Sep · avoid Dec–Feb (cold, limited services) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a bike‑rental stop in Villach for cyclists.
- Link to campsite info for budget travellers.
Sources
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