Schloss


Five kilometres south of Velden is Rosegg, where this palace complex is a great place to make a detour with the kids. The zoo here is actually Carinthia's largest and was founded in 1830. After a visit, retreat to the lovely Schlosscafe in the palace before a tour of the interiors.


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