Top Things to do in Gmund
What to do and see in Gmund, Austria: The Best Places and Tips
Discover the best top things to do in Gmund, Austria including Porsche Automuseum, Alte Burg, Stadtturmgalerie, Stadtpfarrkirche Maria Himmelfahrt, Stadtplatz, Maltator, Altes Rathaus, Stadtturm, Kahraman Massagen.
Restaurants in Gmund
1. Porsche Automuseum
Overall Ratings
4 based on 85 reviews
Reviewed By Hendrik_NL - Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Despite the fact that Ferdinand Porsche sr. did most of his work under the nazi cloud and that he clearly was inspired (to say in the least) by the ideas of automobile engineers whose names are long forgotten, it is undeniable that he was one of the greatest automotive engineers of the 20th century. Porsche buffs go automatically to the grandiose Porsche museum in Stuttgart, but it is appropriate that in Gmünd, Carinthia, this private Porsche museum has been founded, because Gmünd is the place were the very first Porsches were built. In this museum some early and rare Porsches can be admired. Porsche is now a grand name in the automotive industry, not only producing cutting edge sports cars, but also the Porsche and Piëch families own the majority of the Volkswagen conglomerate. But here in Gmünd in this small private museum you can taste the humble beginnings. Entrance for a fee, free entrance with the Kärnten Card.
2. Alte Burg
Overall Ratings
4 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By Hendrik_NL - Rotterdam, The Netherlands
After our visit to the restaurant there we explored the rest of the "Alte Burg" but were not impressed. It was claimed that the "Alte Burg was used frequently for theater events, but our impression was one of gloom, dust, overdue maintenance and dilapidated furniture strewn around. Only one part of the building seemed to be used more frequently. A visit of the "Alte Burg" is worth the climb for the view, the restaurant and exploring the nooks and passages of the building, but not more than that.
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By Hendrik_NL - Rotterdam, The Netherlands
This museum is located inside the medieval "Stadtturm" (City Gate) over several floors. These floors are to be reached by staircases only. It is an art museum, with variable themes and artists. When we visited the museum the theme was the work of Albrecht Dürer. Two floors were dedicated to reproductions of Dürer's work, where the copperplate work and the fineness of the lines were astonishing. My favorite was the copperplate of Erasmus. The upper floor was dedicated to originals of Dürer. A very rewarding visit. An entrance fee is levied at the front office. Entrance is free with the Kärnten Card.
4. Stadtpfarrkirche Maria Himmelfahrt
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By Hendrik_NL - Rotterdam, The Netherlands
The Stadtpfarrkirche Mariä Himmelfahrt (Parish Church) is situated in the heart of the medieval center of charming Gmünd. The Parish Church has been built in the 14th century and has been added to and altered over the centuries. Step into the church and admire the altar, pulpit and decorations of the church. I like to direct special attention to the wood carvings. To be recommended.
5. Stadtplatz
Overall Ratings
5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By Hendrik_NL - Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Between the "Oberne Turm" (Upper Gate) and the "Stadtturm" (City Gate) in Gmünd, the wide Hauptplatz is situated, the medieval heart of Gmünd. The Hauptplatz is lined with buildings dating back from the Middle ages, and serve now as shops, hotels and restaurants. Don't worry, the character of the buildings have been preserved. When the weather is clement, a good time can be had on one of the outside areas of a hotel or restaurant.
6. Maltator
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By Hendrik_NL - Rotterdam, The Netherlands
The medieval city of Gmünd, Carinthia, includes a medieval city wall with 4 gates. One of the gates is called the "Maltator" (Malta Gate). It is a narrow gate in the city wall, but actually the Kirchgasse runs through this gate; you have to drive carefully with the car to negotiate this passage. The Maltator and city wall withstood sieges from Turkish and Hungarian armies. Early in the 16th century the war damage was repaired. It is a historical site to be recommended.
7. Altes Rathaus
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By claude c - Croissy-sur-Seine, France
Superbe ancienne mairie où se rassemblent autochtones et touristes pour manger une glace en été et boire un vin chaud en hiver. Le coeur de la ville. Sur la place , de superbes sgrafitos qui decorent les murs des facades environnantes.
8. Stadtturm
Overall Ratings
4 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Hendrik_NL - Rotterdam, The Netherlands
The "Stadtturm" of Gmünd, officially called the "Untere Stadttor" (Lower City Gate), is part of the medieval city wall of Gmünd, the charming historical town in the Malta Valley in Carinthia. The city wall and the "Stadtturm" can be traced to the 14th century and is beautifully restored. Inside the "Stadtturm" is situated a small museum.
9. Kahraman Massagen
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By honguito - Linz, Austria
Während unseres Aufenthaltes im Sole-Felsenbad in Gmünd liessen wir uns auch mit einer Massage verwöhnen. Obwohl ich regelmässig Massagen erhalte, war dies eine der besten die ich geniessen konnte. Absolut empfehlenswert.
