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Why you're safe with the holiday experts

DERTOUR is part of the DERTOUR GmbH group of Frankfurt - one of the world's leading tour operators . We also hold our own ATOL and are members of ABTA.

We've been creating perfect tailor-made holidays to the heart of Europe for 50 years. A lot has changed in that time, but one thing that has always remained the same is our total focus on serving you in the very best way that we can. This includes ensuring your satisfaction and security. It's why DERTOUR is fully licenced with our own ATOL and is also adheres to all the rules and principles of ABTA.

ATOL is a financial protection scheme for holidaymakers travelling on an air inclusive holiday, which is managed by the Civil Aviation Authority. This protects you from losing your money or from being stranded overseas in the very unlikely event that DERTOUR should go out of business. Our Air Travel Organiser's Licence (ATOL) number is ATOL 1839.

When you buy an ATOL protected air inclusive holiday* from us, you will receive a confirmation invoice from us (or via our authorised agent through which you booked) confirming your arrangements and your protection under our ATOL.

* The air inclusive holidays we arrange are ATOL protected providing either the person who pays for the booking is present in the UK when the booking is made or the first leg of any flight or flights we arrange for you commences in the UK. For further information, visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk

ABTA was created in 1950 by 22 leading travel companies. It now represents over 5,000 travel agencies and more than 900 tour operators, right across the British Isles. ABTA helps to maintain the highest standards of trading practice for the travel industry and its customers. The ABTA logo is a sign that you can expect choice, value and high levels of service from DERTOUR.

DERTOUR is also fully committed to always try to provide an alternative holiday or route in times of disruption that is out of our control, such as in the event of volcanic ash, disruption to air travel due to heavy snowfall or an airline strike grounding aircraft.

If you have any questions about our ABTA membership or the financial protection provided under our ATOL, please don't hesitate to call us on 020 7290 1104.

Dertour gives you ATOL protection with every flight

The Klagenfurt Dragon monument was built in 1590

Klagenfurt Travel Guide

Nicknamed the 'Austrian Riviera', Carinthia's numerous lakes offer fun-filled recreation in a warm summer climate.

Bordering Slovenia and Italy, Carinthia - with its capital Klagenfurt - is Austria's southernmost province and is a popular holiday destination due to an enviable Mediterranean climate. Klagenfurt is one of the most beautiful old towns in Austria with over 50 arcades, inner courtyards and an abundance of bars and traditional restaurants. For those looking for some water-based entertainment, Klagenfurt is only ten minutes from Lake Wörthersee, one of the largest and warmest alpine lakes in Europe with water clean enough to drink.

For more information and to book, please visit the Klagenfurt City Break page

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Klagenfurt, although a small town, has a surprising number and variety of shops which satisfy even the most demanding tourist. The local markets offer a range of goods and are the heart of life in Klagenfurt. The farmer market is located in the Old Town, however this part of Klagenfurt is also host to antique shops, boutiques and shopping centres.

Sudpark is one of the most popular shopping centres. It has cafes and restaurants and a variety of shops which sell stylish clothing and the latest fashion accessories; watches, interesting pieces of jewellery, shoes, bags and other items.

Kärntner Heimatwerk is the perfect place for those who love art. Located in the city centre it sells Christmas products, paintings, traditional Austrian jewellery, costume jewellery, kitchen earthenware, kitchen cloths and embroidery, as well as traditional Austrian clothing.

Swarovski crystal is integral to the shopping in Klagenfurt, as are the chocolate shops, which easily attract visitors with the delightful smells and beautiful presentation of the chocolate.

Kleeblatt - Here, simple and traditionally Austrian dishes are served using high quality ingredients from local farmers. Most dishes served are vegetarian, although the Wiener Schnitzel comes highly recommended.

Hirter Botschaft offers the locally brewed Hirter bier (beer) and traditional Austrian and Carinthian cuisine.

Schweizerhaus is situated in the Kreuzbergl recreational area, but is still within walking distance from the city centre. This restaurant offers an upmarket version of regional cuisine. It is especially popular in summer when the terrace can be used and beautiful views of the city can be enjoyed.

Da Luigi is an Italian restaurant which is located by the sea front and specializes in seafood dishes. Wines from all over Europe are offered.

Felsenkeller is a restaurant built in the early 17^th century and wasoriginally a shack for ice storage. It's reconstruction has created a classy and stylish restaurant serving Austrian food at reasonable prices.

Maria Loretto is a restaurant which makes eating out truly an experience, offering beautiful views of the lake juxtaposed with a romantic, baroque inspired interior. Maria Loretto serves mainly seafood dishes made from the freshest of ingredients from the lake itself.

Diocesan Museum is a small museum which hosts religious pieces of art, tapestries, stained glass works, jewellery and sculptures. These pieces belong to the 12th to 18th centuries and have been collected from churches throughout the region.

Maria Theresa Museum is dedicated to Empress Maria Theresia who ruled in the Austria region for forty years in the 16th century. The museum includes such pieces as a bronze sculpture of the empress.

Lindwurm is a 16^th century sculpture located in the centre of the city and is possibly the most important landmark of Klagenfurt. The sculpture represents a mythical water dragon which according to a legend plagued the region. Eventually the dragon was killed by some menials. On the spot where it was slain a village was founded, which developed into what we know today as Klagenfurt. Today this statue is considered a symbol of heroism.

Minimundus is a park which exhibits a collection of miniature models of famous buildings from many countries in the world.

Reptilienzoo Happ is a small zoo housing reptiles and animals from various places.

Europapark is located next to the Minimundus and to the Strandbad (beach), this park is a beautiful place to walk, relax, play chess and inspect the variety of plants and flowers and Peacocks roam free.

Gustav Mahler Komponierhäuschen, The famous musician Gustav Mahler worked and lived close to Klagenfurt. The small mansion which he bought for himself in 1899 has been renovated into a museum which offers postcards and letters written by Gustav Mahler.