Stiftsschmiede

Florian Satran’s cuisine celebrates the flavours of the Alps-Adriatic region with a clear focus on regional fish, wild catches, and produce from trusted local farms. His dishes balance simplicity and precision, reflecting both his heritage and a contemporary approach shaped by years of experience. Over the open fire of the old forge, each creation is handled with care. Whether it’s char from the nearby Gurk river or trout from the Payr fish farm. All transformed into elegant, flavourful dishes that express Carinthia’s culinary landscape in its purest form. What once rang with the sound of hammer and anvil now hums with the rhythm of a busy kitchen. In these ancient walls, the Satran family continues a craft passed down through generations. Not of metal, but of food and flavour. It’s a place that honours its past while creating something distinctly of today.

The area around Stiftsschmiede invites exploration, from hiking and cycling trails to boat rides across the lake. Guests can reach the Gerlitzen Alpe by cable car or take the slow trail through the Bleistätter Moor, starting right outside the door. With the Abbey next to it and the landing stage just steps away, this spot blends nature, culture, and calm in a way that feels effortless. The Stiftsschmiede sits directly on the shore of Lake Ossiach, facing the baroque beauty of Ossiach Abbey. Hills rise behind it, forests spill to the water’s edge, and the air shifts gently between mountain freshness and lake calm. At sunset, the view across the water softens into a play of colours. Gold, blue, and quiet reflection. It’s this setting that gives the restaurant its unmistakable sense of place.