Beef Festival Ossiacher Tauern

Carinthia´s beef farmers invite you to the annual Carinthian Beef Festival; a fixture for culinary gourmets, where thousands of visitors enjoy the taste of excellent Carinthian Beef specialities. At the Ossiacher Tauern Estate, visitors can experience a variety of delicacies, from the traditional ’Tafelspitz’ (a boiled beef dish) to a grilled steak.

The estate, which is situated on a highland plateau above Lake Ossiacher See, next to a picturesque pond, is a popular hiking destination throughout the year. Once a year, the estate becomes the destination for thousands of visitors, who enjoy a variety of beef delicacies in idyllic surroundings and learn handy tips about cooking and preparing beef dishes.

The festival starts at 10 a.m. with a Holy Mass and continues with food, music, cultural events and entertainment into the evening. Childcare is provided on site, so that parents can have the opportunity to thoroughly enjoy their beef specialties.

Grill (BBQ) World Champion Adi Matzek is a loyal visitor to the beef festival and will share valuable tips with all barbeque enthusiasts and amateur chefs. This is an obligatory event if your perfect day is a combination of a special culinary experience and time in unspoilt nature.

The beef festival will take place on 10th August 2025 at the Ossiacher Tauern.