Mobility offers during the European Bike Week
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European Bike Week
The 25th European Bike Week from 5-10 September 2023
Every year at the beginning of September the European Bike Week - probably the most iconic motorcycle and Harley-Davidson gathering in the world - takes place around Faaker See! The motorcycle event attracts hundreds of thousands of Harley riders and fans of the cult brand to Carinthia every year. Both for the guests and the many local spectators, the Faaker See region is the focus of attention for the week. Don’t miss this spectacular event!
This year the European Bike Week is celebrating its 25th anniversary and visitors can look forward to an extensive program again.
The European Bike Week will of course feature the legendary Harley Village around the farmer's market area with numerous Harley dealers and exhibitors again.
A diverse live music program will take place on two stages in the Harley Village and the traditional Harley Parade through the region on Saturday will also celebrate its comeback. A varied supporting program such as the "The Lake Rocks" concerts also provides entertainment outside the Harley Village.
For up-to-date information follow our social media channel @harleywood.faakersee on Facebook and Instagram.
Under the motto #BackToTheRoads, an exciting accompanying program revolving around the European Bike Week will be offered again this year. Our roadmap provides all the essential information about the 25th edition of this biker event.
Explore a comprehensive overview of the main attractions of the Bike Week in our brochure. These include the impressive Harley-Village, the charming Carinthian Corner, the lively Arneitz-Village, and the exhilarating Harley Parade. Immerse yourself in the diverse schedule of events and learn more about guided tours, the picturesque panoramic roads of Carinthia, and the numerous mobility options available during the Bike Week.
Harley Village
In addition to the popular Farmers’ Market, the Carinthian Corner, the Harley Bar, the Saloon Bar and the Customizer Area, concerts, a custom bike show, and demo rides are also planned for the Harley Village.
EXPO
One event anchor again this year is the Harley-Davidson Expo, with an extensive selection of the newest bikes from the 2023 model year. Here, H.O.G. members can chat with each other or with the Harley-Davidson team.
TEST RIDES
Test drive some of the most popular 2023 Harley-Davidson bikes.
COMPETENT TEAM
The dedicated and experienced Harley-Davidson team is ready to welcome you to European Bike Week 2023, and is looking forward to meeting you in Austria.
SHOPPING VILLAGE
As usual selected vendors will present their products on the shopping street in the Harley Village.
AUTHORIZED HARLEY-DAVIDSON DEALERS
We are expecting a number of authorized H-D dealers again this year to showcase their latest offerings in apparel and accessories.
CUSTOM BIKE SHOW
The most beautiful and spectacular custom bikes will again be chosen. More information will be published soon.
Live Music @ Saloon Bar
The bars are open until 1 a.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday and until 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. The concerts start at 5:30 p.m.
The 2023 line-up:
- Acöustic Frönt
- Buzgi
- Contra
- Coverqueen
- Crooks & Straights
- George Matters Trio
- Lee's Revenge
- Mr. & Mrs. Curtis
- Noisepollution Rockrevue
- Oakheart
- Roland Mutter Band
- Rush-Hour the Band
- T.G. Copperfield & „The Electric Band“
- Tobacco Road Blues Band
Live Music @ Harley Bar
The bars are open until 1 a.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday and until 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. The concerts start at 5:30 p.m.
The 2023 line-up:
- BadAss Sound Factory (B.A.S.F.)
- CINDY & The Rock History
- The Devil Ducks
- Diana Babalola & Band
- The Dreckpack
- Let's Fezz
- Room Service (Bryan Adams Tribute)
- Status Quo Double Group
- Stiletto Rockband
- The Strongbow
- Markus Wutte
Upcoming Dates
- 3-8 September 2024
- 2-7 September 2025
- 8-13 September 2026
Review European Bike Week 2022
Bike-Holidays at region Villach - Lake Faak - Lake Ossiach
Pure pleasure and adventure combined in the heart of Carinthia, our holiday region is a true natural paradise. Lakes, mountains, fantastic landscapes, and idyllic places are awaiting you here. The beautiful natural environment and the mild climate on the south side of the Alps guarantee a great variety of freedom on two wheels, especially in late summer. All around the hot spot of Lake Faak, high alpine panoramic roads and winding mountain passes make for extraordinary bike tours. In between, gentle hills, shady woodlands, and roads along the lakes invite you to enjoy a leisurely cruise. As one of Austria's traditionally most popular holiday regions, Villach and its surrounding area also offer countless attractions for exciting excursions. Food-lovers, especially, will be well rewarded if they take a break from riding now and then - the delicious food of the Alps-Adriatic region, as well as its warm hospitality, will make the outings a true pleasure.
Fun & Recreation with the Erlebnis CARD
On your first night’s stay with one of our participating hosts you will receive the Erlebnis CARD. You can choose your favorite activities for an active holiday from a wide range of leisure-time offers in our region.
And all of this is included with your room reservation!
In this way, you can use the Erlebnis CARD to discover guided tours along the most beautiful trails in our region and get to know Villach better on a theme tour. In addition, you can expect plenty of fun with yoga in the mountains, wine tastings, and by trying your hand at climbing. Or you can round off the day with a relaxing evening at the KärntenTherme spa.
Additionally, from 3-10 September the Erlebnis CARD can be used as a free ticket for the daily rides with Harry’s Bike Tours.
Terms and conditions of the Erlebnis CARD apply. Find more information at: card.visitvillach.at
Faaker See, tastier than ever
With the outstanding culinary diversity of the Alps-Adriatic region right on our doorstep, our tri-border region has always been a popular meeting point for epicures. Building onto this through the KÜCHENKULT initiative, Villach and the surrounding region have established themselves as a region of culinary delights in the heart of Carinthia.
In this tradition, and with more than 20 years of real experience with #BikerFood, local eateries are dry-aging their meats and starting up their smokers and wood-fired ovens for hungry guests. Many establishments in the region have again this year come up with special culinary offers for September.
We would especially like to mention the Carinthian Slow Food restaurants as refreshment stops for your rides, as they put together the meals with the very highest regional quality.
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