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Gailitz

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About Gailitz

Gailitz works well as a base: 15 minutes from Feistritz an der Gail, 6km from Villach Alpine Road.

Gailitz is a town located in Carinthia, Austria. With a population of 1,072, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Gailitz sits in Austria, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Vienna time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Gailitz to your route.

Arnoldstein (Slovene: Podklošter, Italian: Oristagno) is a market town in the district of Villach-Land in the Austrian state of Carinthia.

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Gailitz is located in Carinthia, Austria, Europe. The coordinates are 46.5608 latitude, 13.7044 longitude.

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Gailitz has a population of approximately 1,072 people, making it a town in Austria.

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Population: 1,072
Continent: Europe
Country: Austria
Region: Carinthia
Timezone: Europe/Vienna
Coordinates: 46.5608, 13.7044

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Austria

Police: 133
Ambulance: 144
Fire: 122
All emergencies: 112
Driving side: right

Motorway vignette required. ÖAMTC roadside assistance: 120.

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Worth the detour from Gailitz

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

famous road

Villach Alpine Road

A 16.5 km panoramic toll road climbing from Villach up the Dobratsch massif to 1,732 m, with sweeping viewpoints over the Julian Alps and the Karawanks along the way.

6 km · about 10 min drive

natural wonder

Zelenci Nature Reserve

Emerald spring lake near Kranjska Gora where the Sava Dolinka river surfaces through white chalk bubbling from the lakebed. The water stays 5-6°C year-round and never freezes; boardwalks lead from a roadside car park.

8 km · about 15 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Lake Jasna

A mirror-still emerald lake with a golden ibex statue at the foot of the Vršič Pass near Kranjska Gora.

11 km · about 20 min drive

mountain pass

Mangart Saddle Road

Slovenia's highest-reaching road at 2055m, a narrow single-track shelf road with no guardrails climbing to a dramatic saddle beneath the Mangart peak.

14 km · about 25 min drive

mountain pass

Vršič Pass

Slovenia's highest pass at 1611m with 50 numbered cobblestone hairpins, built by Russian POWs in WWI and now a popular Julian Alps motorcycle route.

14 km · about 25 min drive

mountain pass

Predil Pass

A 1,156 m pass on the Slovenian-Italian border above Bovec, guarded by the ruined Predil fortress; its sweeping curves pair perfectly with the nearby Mangart and Vršič roads on a Julian Alps loop.

19 km · about 20 min drive

waterfall

Peričnik Falls

A 52 m waterfall in the Vrata Valley below Triglav that you can walk fully behind: the overhanging rock lets the path pass between cliff and cascade. Ten minutes on foot from the roadside Koča pri Peričniku hut.

20 km · about 25 min drive

national park

Triglav National Park

Slovenia's only national park centered on Mount Triglav, with alpine lakes, gorges, and the Julian Alps.

24 km · about 30 min drive

Driving roads near Gailitz

Right hereVillach Alpine RoadA 16.5 km panoramic toll road climbing from Villach up the Dobratsch massif to 1,732 m, with sweeping viewpoints over the Julian Alps and the Karawanks along the way.
Right hereLake JasnaA mirror-still emerald lake with a golden ibex statue at the foot of the Vršič Pass near Kranjska Gora.
Right hereMangart Saddle RoadSlovenia's highest-reaching road at 2055m, a narrow single-track shelf road with no guardrails climbing to a dramatic saddle beneath the Mangart peak.
Right hereVršič PassSlovenia's highest pass at 1611m with 50 numbered cobblestone hairpins, built by Russian POWs in WWI and now a popular Julian Alps motorcycle route.
19 kmPredil PassA 1,156 m pass on the Slovenian-Italian border above Bovec, guarded by the ruined Predil fortress; its sweeping curves pair perfectly with the nearby Mangart and Vršič roads on a Julian Alps loop.
34 kmPyramidenkogel TowerThe world's tallest wooden observation tower (100 m) spirals above the Wörthersee, reached by a drivable summit road; go up by lift or 441 steps and down Europe's highest indoor slide.

Driving in Austria

Drives on: the right
Petrol: ~€1.62/litre
Motorway tolls: None
Vignette: Required, around €12.4 for a short-stay sticker

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

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About Gailitz

Gailitz works well as a base: 15 minutes from Feistritz an der Gail, 6km from Villach Alpine Road.

Gailitz is a town located in Carinthia, Austria. With a population of 1,072, it is an important destination in Europe.

Arnoldstein (Slovene: Podklošter, Italian: Oristagno) is a market town in the district of Villach-Land in the Austrian state of Carinthia.

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Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.

Booking.com Expedia TripAdvisor Hotels.com Agoda Airbnb

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Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Gailitz.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best things to do in Gailitz?

Gailitz offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

How do I plan a road trip to Gailitz?

Plan your road trip to Gailitz with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Gailitz as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Where is Gailitz located?

Gailitz is located in Carinthia, Austria, Europe. The coordinates are 46.5608 latitude, 13.7044 longitude.

What is the population of Gailitz?

Gailitz has a population of approximately 1,072 people, making it a town in Austria.

Worth the detour from Gailitz

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

famous road

Villach Alpine Road

A 16.5 km panoramic toll road climbing from Villach up the Dobratsch massif to 1,732 m, with sweeping viewpoints over the Julian Alps and the Karawanks along the way.

6 km · about 10 min drive

natural wonder

Zelenci Nature Reserve

8 km · about 15 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Lake Jasna

A mirror-still emerald lake with a golden ibex statue at the foot of the Vršič Pass near Kranjska Gora.

11 km · about 20 min drive

mountain pass

Mangart Saddle Road

Slovenia's highest-reaching road at 2055m, a narrow single-track shelf road with no guardrails climbing to a dramatic saddle beneath the Mangart peak.

14 km · about 25 min drive

mountain pass

Vršič Pass

Slovenia's highest pass at 1611m with 50 numbered cobblestone hairpins, built by Russian POWs in WWI and now a popular Julian Alps motorcycle route.

14 km · about 25 min drive

mountain pass

Predil Pass

A 1,156 m pass on the Slovenian-Italian border above Bovec, guarded by the ruined Predil fortress; its sweeping curves pair perfectly with the nearby Mangart and Vršič roads on a Julian Alps loop.

19 km · about 20 min drive

waterfall

Peričnik Falls

20 km · about 25 min drive

national park

Triglav National Park

Slovenia's only national park centered on Mount Triglav, with alpine lakes, gorges, and the Julian Alps.

24 km · about 30 min drive

Driving roads near Gailitz

Right hereVillach Alpine RoadA 16.5 km panoramic toll road climbing from Villach up the Dobratsch massif to 1,732 m, with sweeping viewpoints over the Julian Alps and the Karawanks along the way.

Right hereLake JasnaA mirror-still emerald lake with a golden ibex statue at the foot of the Vršič Pass near Kranjska Gora.

Right hereMangart Saddle RoadSlovenia's highest-reaching road at 2055m, a narrow single-track shelf road with no guardrails climbing to a dramatic saddle beneath the Mangart peak.

Right hereVršič PassSlovenia's highest pass at 1611m with 50 numbered cobblestone hairpins, built by Russian POWs in WWI and now a popular Julian Alps motorcycle route.

19 kmPredil PassA 1,156 m pass on the Slovenian-Italian border above Bovec, guarded by the ruined Predil fortress; its sweeping curves pair perfectly with the nearby Mangart and Vršič roads on a Julian Alps loop.

34 kmPyramidenkogel TowerThe world's tallest wooden observation tower (100 m) spirals above the Wörthersee, reached by a drivable summit road; go up by lift or 441 steps and down Europe's highest indoor slide.

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Worth the detour from Gailitz

Villach Alpine Road

Zelenci Nature Reserve

Lake Jasna

Mangart Saddle Road

Vršič Pass

Predil Pass

Peričnik Falls

Triglav National Park

Driving roads near Gailitz

Driving in Austria

When to drive here

Nearby Destinations

Arnoldstein

Hohenthurn

Feistritz an der Gail

Fürnitz

Warmbad-Judendorf

Tarvisio

Völkendorf

Sankt Martin

Plan a trip around Gailitz

Plan a Road Trip from Gailitz

Gailitz

About Gailitz

About Gailitz

Where to Stay in Gailitz

Filter presets

Explore the Area

Frequently Asked Questions

Plan a Road Trip

What's Nearby?

Quick Information

Emergency & Services

Tags

Worth the detour from Gailitz

Villach Alpine Road

Zelenci Nature Reserve

Lake Jasna

Mangart Saddle Road

Vršič Pass

Predil Pass

Peričnik Falls

Triglav National Park

Driving roads near Gailitz

Driving in Austria

When to drive here

Nearby Destinations

Arnoldstein

Hohenthurn

Feistritz an der Gail

Fürnitz

Warmbad-Judendorf

Tarvisio

Völkendorf

Sankt Martin

Plan a trip around Gailitz

Plan a Road Trip from Gailitz