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As fascinating as the Austrian cities are – the rural areas are as charming and beautiful. Whether in the lowlands enjoying wine tasting and bike tours or in the alpine region for hiking and skiing – Austria’s natural landscape has much to offer!

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    Walking along Kaunertal Valley © Ramblers Worldwide Holidays

    Walking the Upper Inn Valley

    Explore the perfect alpine area of the Upper Inn Valley on foot with Ramblers. Choose 7 or 14 nights including flights, transfers, accommodation and guided walks.

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    4* hiking break
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    Picnic on the Lackenalm © Österreich Werbung / Peter Burgstaller

    Summer in Alpine Pastures

    Relaxation and calm, between heaven and earth.

    Austria's Alpine Pastures
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    Walking by Lake Schwarzsee © Österreich Werbung / Peter Burgstaller

    Walking in Austria

    Where exercise excites all the senses.

    Blissful Hikes
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    Lake Constance  © Österreich Werbung/Gottfried

    Vorarlberg

    Vorarlberg enjoys a supreme location in Austria’s most western part. Pleasantly small in size, it offers a mix of high-carat culture and dazzling natural scenery.

    Inspiring views
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    Summit by bike © Zillertal Tourismus GmbH, Daniel Geiger

    Zillertal Valley

    The region known for its organic cuisine and award-winning dairy products offers an entire network of scenic bike trails that will have you working up an appetite.

    A biker's paradise
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    Summer at the Wörthersee © Österreich Werbung / Peter Burgstaller

    Summer Holiday Deals

    A day of fresh air in the mountains, an afternoon lost in modern art and architecture, a moment of wonder at opera in the most surprising of settings. And, with plenty of time for unexpected discoveries, Austria is one summer holiday destination that you'd return to in a second.

    Where's your happy place?
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    Ice-Skating in Austria © Österreich Werbung/Peter Burgstaller

    Ice-Skating in Austria

    Discover moments of happiness on skates in a magnificent natural setting in Austria this winter.

    Holiday Fun on Ice
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    Spa Hotel Strass in Mayrhofen © Crystal Summer

    Spa Hotel Strass

    Soak up the atmosphere of Mayrhofen with the popular Spa Hotel Strass as your base. 7 nights with Crystal Summer include flights and transfers.

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    Mostviertel / Foothills of the Alps

    Cider Anyone?

    The UK is a cider-loving nation, but it may come as a surprise that Lower Austria's Mostviertal (cider region) boasts Europe’s largest continuous area of pear orchards. Trip Tip: Take a leisurely drive along the winding 200km panoramic Cider Route with many themed stops along its way.

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     © Kleinwalsertal Tourismus

    Austrian Weather and Climate

    Austria is located in a temperate climatic zone with a Central European climate influenced by the Atlantic climate. The four seasons all have typical temperatures and climatic characters.

    Climatic Regions and Today's Weather
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    Sunflower Fields © Österreich Werbung / H.Wiesenhofer

    Fauna and Flora

    Austria's topographic diversity accounts for a great variety of wildlife, including endemic species that are under preservation. It has a predominantly Central European fauna and is one of Europe's most heavily wooded countries.

    All Creatures Great and Small
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    Family on the beach Kinderhotels © Kinderhotels

    Dedicated Kinderhotels UK Website

    Get heaps of family holiday ideas from the Kinderhotels' official English website, so that you can relax this year while your youngsters have mountains of fun. All-inclusive packages, no hidden extras, the highest levels of service and first class facilities.

    Family holidays at Kinderhotels
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    Meisterstrasse in Styria © www.meisterstrasse.at

    Styria’s Meisterstrasse

    Traditional handicrafts, some using methods handed down for centuries, are very much alive in Styria. Fifty master craftsmen making hand-crafted treasures can be found on a journey along the Meisterstrasse.

    More about the Meisterstrasse
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    Bregenzerwald Architecture © Bregenzerwald / Christoph Lingg

    Modern Architecture in the Alps

    At first it sounds improbable: Vorarlberg - a small, mostly rural state in the middle of the Alps - has become one of Europe's leading regions for modern art and architecture.

    Quite Astounding
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    Wellenklänge Festival at Lunz am See © wellenklänge,  Foto: Herbert Möbius

    Bathing Lakes in Lower Austria

    Several lakes serve as backdrop for regional festivals in Lower Austria. Take Lunzer See, for example, which hosts the annual "Wellenklänge". Or the Herrensee and its "Schrammel.Klang.Festival".

    Bathing Lakes in Lower Austria
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    Danube Vienna © Österreich Werbung/Diejun

    Bathing Lakes in Vienna

    Vienna is known around the world as the city on the Danube, but it is also home to wetlands, streams, ponds and lakes. In short, there are plenty of opportunities to take a dip when visiting the capital.

    Bathing Lakes in Vienna
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    Cycling Lake Constance © Brägenz Tourismus/Roman Horner

    Bathing Lakes in Vorarlberg

    Take in an opera on Lake Constance, or kick back on the sandy shores and allow the gentle waves of one of Vorarlberg's lesser known aqua beauties to trickle over your toes.

    Bathing Lakes in Vorarlberg
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    Eco-Friendly Family Holidays © Kinderhotels

    Eco-Friendly Family Holidays

    Caring for the environment is just plain common sense at Austria’s ultra-family-friendly Kinderhotels, where sustainable holidays don’t come at a premium price. At Kinderhotels, the little ones learn a lot about nature, animals and where food comes from. Take the family away with a good conscience by spending your holidays here.

    Austria's green habit
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     © Steiermark Tourismus / Foto: Pixelmaker R. Sommerauer

    Pelzmann Pumpkin Seed Oil

    Pumpkin seed oil is known as the black gold of Southern Styria. Pumpkins were first imported by Christoph Columbus after the discovery of America. These days a modest, family-run oil press has become the world’s biggest producer of this Austrian delicacy: Pelzmann Pumkin Seed Oil.

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    Kalchkendlalm © Astrid Kammerer-Schmitt

    Kalchkendlalm – a school on the mountain

    Austria’s most unusual school can be found high on a mountain pasture. Visitors can learn about the bread and butter of life in a centuries-old farmhouse.The highlight of the lesson is of course the farmer’s platter! You can try the tasty, home-made produce for yourself.

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    Villgratental in Osttirol © Osttirol Werbung / Foto: Elisabeth Gaggl-Meirer

    Villgratental

    Tranquillity, simple pleasures, the fragrance of flower-strewn meadows and new mown hay, starry skies that city dwellers can only dream of. Discover the true luxuries of our time at an altitude of 1,400 metres in the mountain valley of Villgratental.

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    Architecture in Austria © Design: zeughaus.com, Foto: Lukas Hämmerle

    Architecture in Austria

    To visit Austria is to experience brilliant architecture in dramatic landscapes. Whether you travel through Austria's picture perfect countryside or stay in its imperial cities - architectural masterpieces are to be found everywhere.

    Some of the Highlights
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    Wilder Kaiser Mountains © TVB Wilder Kaiser

    Wilder Kaiser Mountain Range

    More than 400km of walking paths make the Wilder Kaiser mountains an absolute gem for hiking holidays. Trails include accurate directions and approximate walk times.

    Discover one of the prettiest regions in Tirol
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    Wachau © Steve Haider / Donau Niederösterreich

    Wachau

    Wachau is a region which straddles the banks of the Danube, rich in history, blessed with a mild climate and outstanding white wines, the UNESCO cultural heritage site of Wachau is a magical land in every season.

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    Grünau im Almtal © Oberösterreich Werbung / Popp

    Grünau im Almtal

    The region of Grünau im Almtal is as fresh and green as the name promises. Dense forests, tranquil lakes and peaceful places, where you can find some inner harmony and revel in nature’s treasures. A secret hideaway, not just for bird watchers.

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    Kamptal Gardens © www.kamptalgaerten.at

    Kamptal Gardens

    The Kamptal Gardens have been especially blessed by nature and 19 unique oases of green can be visited in one of the most beautiful valleys in Lower Austria.

    More on the Kamptal Gardens
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     Kitzbühel © Kitzbuehel Tourismus

    Live from Kitzbühel...

    In this short video clip, travel writer and editor of InTheSnow magazine Felix Milns takes us with him on an early morning excursion to see Kitzbühel's famed sunrises.

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    Slow Travel Austria © Österreich Werbung/Wiesenhofer

    Slow Travel Austria

    Travel slowly. Magic words if you want to return from holiday less stressed than when you left, casting a glance at those apparent trivial things off the beaten track.

    How to get off the fast track
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    Live from Tirol © Osttirol Werbung

    Live from the Tirol...

    In this short video clip, Simon Calder, travel editor of The Independent since 1994, takes us along on his journey to Tirol's Eagle Walk - the
    "greatest long distance footpath in Austria".

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    Pure Living Holiday Home Tunauberg © www.puresleben.at

    Pure Living

    Enjoy the luxuries of the good life – simply live in beautiful surroundings, eat and drink well, and savour the landscape. A recipe for total relaxation within Pure Living accommodation.

    More on Pure Living
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    Hiking in the Oympiaregion Seefeld © Olympiaregion Seefeld

    A Variety of Walks in Seefeld

    Whether you prefer leisurely hikes or challenging summit climbs, something will suit you amongst 650km of walking trails and via ferrata routes in the Olympiaregion Seefeld.

    Tested and approved
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    Hiking Zell am See-Kaprun © Zell am See-Kaprun Tourismus GmbH

    GPS Walking Zell am See-Kaprun

    A downloadable walking guide and an online platform with GPS are great initiatives by Zell am See-Kaprun, making for stress-free holiday planning from the comfort of home.

    Glacier, mountains and lake
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    Walking in the High Mountain National Park © Zillertal Tourismus GmbH

    High Mountain National Park

    The High Mountain National Park of the Zillertal Alps offers grand views and unforgettable mountaineering adventures, plus 3 interesting permanent exhibitions.

    Time to explore
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    Kitzsteinhorn Hike © Österreich Werbung / Franz Bischof

    Two Alpine Giants

    Explore Zell am See-Kaprun's majestic peaks - the 3000m Kitzsteinhorn and the 2000m Schmittenhöhe - on a varied range of short and also more challenging routes.

    Visit Zell am See-Kaprun
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    Mayrhofen Run & Walk Park © TVB Mayrhofen

    Mayrhofen Run & Walk Park

    Fitness enthusiasts can take off into the stunning alpine landscapes of Zillertal on a total of eight diverse routes at the Run & Walk Park in Mayrhofen.

    Walking, jogging and Nordic Walking
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    Austria's Eastern Edge © Südburgenland Tourismus

    Austria's Eastern Edge

    Burgenland is unlike anywhere else in Austria. Whereas Austria is known for rugged Alps, pirouette-inducing meadows or the excitement of Vienna, Burgenland sits on the edge of Central Europe’s vast Pannonian plain.

    Wines from Burgenland
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    Vineyard

    Vineyards along the Danube

    From Vienna, drive along the Danube westward towards Lower Austria. Just past the city of Krems, you’ll encounter the idyllic, terraced vineyards of the Wachau valley. Walking along a path through these ancient Weingärten may lead you to Langenlois, with the richest, most intensely flavored wines of the region.

    Visit Langenlois
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    National Parks in Austria © Österreich Werbung/Popp

    National Parks in Austria

    Austria's national parks offer visitors the chance to discover nature in its original, unpolluted state and to come face to face with scenic beauty.

    As nature intended
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    Bregenzerwald / Vorarlberg © Franz Oberhauser / Archiv Vorarlberg Tourismus

    Bregenzerwald

    Bregenzerwald valley, once completely covered by forest, lies between Lake Constance and the Arlberg and is the ideal destination for gourmet holidays amidst pristine nature.

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    Ahornboden © Steiermark Tourismus/Reinhard Lamm

    Ahornboden at Alpine Park Karwendel

    High up in the Karwendel mountains outdoor lovers can discover one of the most beautiful places in the Alps: a lovely valley with thousands of maple trees, offering nature at its most impressive throughout the whole year.

    Go to Karawendel Mountains
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    Playing golf in Innsbruck © 2004 | TVB Innsbruck

    Golf in Tirol

    Tirol has 17 top golf courses with the Alps as backdrop, so you can combine your golf holiday with other outdoor activities such as climbing and mountain biking.

    Your alpine playground
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    Hiking Couple Alpbachtal © Alpbachtal Seenland Tourismus

    Natural Quality Package Alpbach

    Hectic city life is a distant memory in Tirol's Alpbachtal. 7 nights in a 3-star hotel with Alpbachtal Seenland Card, giving access to mountain lifts, guided walks and more.

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    Taking summer fun to new heights
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    Hubertuskapelle Zillertal © Geiger / Zillertal Tourismus

    Zillertal Bike Special

    Spend 7 nights in Zillertal's outdoor paradise with 2 guided e-bike tours, a 6-day Zillertal Activcard and a guided hike included in the package price.

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    To the offer
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    Lech Zürs am Arlberg Bivouac © Lech Zürs Tourismus GmbH

    Mystery Hike in Lech Zürs

    Take the whole family on an adventure to explore the Green Ring, a hiking trail full of secrets and mysterious creatures, with 4 nights in Lech Zürs am Arlberg.

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    The family adventure
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    St Martin Chalets in Summer © St. Martin Chalets

    St. Martin Chalets Fitness Break

    Enjoy a full detox with a 3-night stay at St. Martin Chalets in the Lungau Valley. Includes airport transfers, breakfast, a catered dinner, 3 guided walks, a mountain bike tour and use of the gym and sauna.



    An action-packed alpine break
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    Cycling Austrian Lake District © Inntravel

    Salzburg Lake District

    Situated to the east of Salzburg, the Austrian Lake District is perfect for exploration on two wheels. This Inntravel package includes bike hire, 7 nights' accommodation, luggage transfer, route notes and maps.

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    The perfect cycling holiday
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    Peakworld 3000 Gallery © Zell am See-Kaprun

    Mountain Offer Zell am See-Kaprun

    The mountains are calling with this 7-night Zell am See-Kaprun offer, including summer card, 2 guided mountain tours and admission to Peakworld 3000.

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    Call of the mountains
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     © Markus Mitterer

    Winter Fun under the Stars

    The day is not enough. That is why the fun continues by night at Austrian winter destinations, with the world's longest toboggan run, nighttime sleigh rides, snowmobile sessions and plenty more.

    Slopes by Night
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     © Verein GWT

    The Quiet Beauty of Winter

    What could possibly motivate a reasonable human being to tramp up a mountain on shoes resembling tennis rackets? The answer is easy: the promise of an unforgettable exerience in the wild that can only be had by moving beyond the flurry on the ski slopes.

    Activities beyond the Slopes
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    Hiking Montafon © Montafon Tourismus GmbH / Edi Gröger

    Panorama Pleasure Montafon

    3 or 4 nights in delightful Montafon, free Montafon Silvretta Card for cable cars, pools and museums, plus a highlight mountain breakfast in a restaurant of your choice.

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    Book your perfect summer break
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    Outside Hotel Post © Hotel Post, St. Anton

    Hotel Post St. Anton

    One of St. Anton's best known hotels, the popular Hotel Post is centrally located and has long been a favourite with Inghams guests. 7 nights half-board with flights, transfers and 3 guided walks.

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    The Inghams deal
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    Walking by Lake Achensee © Ramblers Worldwide Holidays / J Bigley

    Hiking from Alpbach

    One week of spectacular walking in the Austrian Tirol. This package includes half-board accommodation, flights, transfers and the services of a Ramblers Worldwide Holiday leader.

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    Package details
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    Hiking in St. Anton © Tourismusverband St. Anton am Arlberg

    Summer in St. Anton am Arlberg

    The little ones can play safely in the glorious outdoors while the adults appreciate the fabulous views of up to nearly 3000m. 7 nights half-board in a 4-star hotel.

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    Plenty for all
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     © Tirol Werbung

    Outdoor

    Visit Austria this summer and you may never set foot inside a gym again. Discover Montafon in Vorarlberg, one of nature's adventure playgrounds. Or find beauty at great heights along the Eagle's Walk in Tirol.

    Regional Highlights
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    Frauenmuseum Bregenzerwald © Bregenzerwald

    Cultural Highlights

    There are countless highlights that await culture lovers visiting Vorarlberg. Lake Constance provides a perfect backdrop for the arts whilst the region of the Bregenzerwald is famous for its contemporary architecture.

    Regional Highlights
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    Lunch at a Zillertal mountain hut © Zillertal

    Natural Delights

    Experience the living museum of the Alpbach Valley Tirol where life has remained the same for centuries. Or visit the foodie's veritable promised land of Zillertal, renowned for its cuisine and natural ingredients.

    Regional Highlights
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    Golden Roof Innsbruck © pixelio/Manfred Rose

    City Special

    Austria is your desination for city breaks with a twist: Salzburg presents its Baroque face, Graz is a real paradise for foodies and Innsbruck couples sightseeing with outdoor adventure.

    Regional Highlights
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    Bio-Hotel Saladina in Montafon © Bio-Hotel Saladina

    Bio-Hotel Retreat

    The 'Bio-Hotel' label guarantees guests environmentally-friendly holidays. The hotels try to minimise the consumption of energy, electricity, water, materials and waste, and the restaurants serve organic food.

    Go bio this holiday
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    Road in Valsertal,Tirol © Österreich Werbung/Diejun

    Excursions

    The best routes and excursions for your Austrian road trip, through magnificent mountain passes, past spectacular lakes and through beautiful old towns.

    On the Road
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    Danube Cycle Path © Österreich Werbung / Peter Burgstaller

    Danube Cycle Path Linz - Vienna

    Experience the perfect combination of culture and nature on a 6-night bicycle tour from Linz through the magnificent Danube valley and Wachau region to Vienna.

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    Music and cycling
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    Outside the Musiktheater © Linz Tourismus, Kest Meta

    Linz in Upper Austria

    2013 is all about music in Upper Austria and its capital Linz as it opens the doors to Europe's most modern opera house, the new Musiktheater am Volksgarten.

    Music is in the air
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    View of Innsbruck from Nordkette © Innsbruck Tourismus

    Hike and City Innsbruck

    Get an overview of Innsbruck from 2000m with 3 nights accommodation, guided hikes, mountain equipment and return trip on the Nordkettenbahnen cable car.

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    City in the heart of the alps
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    Hiking Break Carinthia © Udo Bernhardt / Österreich Werbung

    Carinthia

    Carinthia truly is a land of plenty, with more than 1000 lakes of drinking water purity and over 2000 hours of sunshine to accompany you along the Alpe-Adria-Trail.

    Take a hike through paradise
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    Hotel Edenlehen in Summer © Hotel Edenlehen

    Hotel Edenlehen Zillertal

    Explore Zillertal with the cosy yet luxurious Hotel Edenlehen as your base. This summer 7 nights include Zillertal Activcard and a 25min massage.

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    The summer arrangement
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    Downhill Mountainbiking © Österreich Werbung / Himsl

    Cycling & Mountain Bike Regions

    "On your bike! Ready, steady, go!" Travel through outstanding landscapes in pure mountain air with a well-signposted network of cycle paths. Choose Austria for its unrivalled cycling and mountain bike routes, plus accommodation which offers the full service – from repairs to cycle sheds and delicious meals – a cyclist must experience Austria!

    Our recommendations
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    Rauris Bird of Prey © Raurisertal

    Bird Watching in Rauris

    7 nights in the picturesque Rauris Valley, gondola ride, admission to the birds of prey station and museum, plus a guided hike with a national park ranger.

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    The Valley of Vultures
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    Hiking Break Wildschönau © Wildschönau Tourismus

    Outdoor Pleasures Wildschönau

    7 nights half-board in 3* accommodation and Wildschönau Card giving free access to cable cars, guided walks, lidos, kids' clubs and more.

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    Wild and beautiful
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    Family in Meadow with Kohlmaisbahn © TVB Saalbach Hinterglemm

    Theresia Family Summer Deal

    Affordable 7-night luxury at the Gartenhotel Theresia 4*Superior in Saalbach Hinterglemm with outstanding organic cuisine, spa and children up to 15 years for free.

    Family from


    Summer Holidays Hit
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    Holidays by the lake © Ferienregion Attersee

    Swimming & Water Sports

    There is certainly no shortage of lakes in Austria so browse our selection of the best per region. Enjoy a refreshing dip, have a go at diving or take a sailboat out for the day. Whatever your choice of activity, in Austria you can always be sure that the water is so good you could drink it.

    Make a splash
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    Walking in the Austrian Alps © Österreich Werbung / Peter Burgstaller

    Walk & Nordic Walking

    Walking breaks are soaring in popularity with British holidaymakers, enticed by the ease of Austria's unofficial national pastime. Well signposted trails web across valleys and mountain tops, with many routes offering lodge-to-lodge connections whereby you do it on foot while your luggage is moved by your hosts.

    Take a hike
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    Poppies in the field © Österreich Werbung / Wiesenhofer

    Austria's Green Credentials

    More and more of us are trying to live a less energy-intense lifestyle. We choose organic products, reduce the consumption of energy and waste, and recycle. People who lead a green lifestyle at home would expect the same from their holiday destination.

    Eco Destination Austria
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    Alpine Break © Österreich Werbung / J.Nottebrock & C.Sattler

    Round Trips Austria

    Immerse yourself into the pulsating lifestyle of Austria's cities. Discover the mighty mountain summits, the far ranging fields, the crystal-clear waters. Enjoy the delicious specialities of each region. Compile your personal round trip of Austria here.

    Top tours
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    Mountain Biking Wilder Kaiser © Kitzbüheler Alpen / Albin Niederstrasser

    Cycling & Mountain Biking

    Austria offers an almost unlimited choice of cycle and mountain bike paths and tours for all ages and interests. Whether you are looking for a challenge, or would prefer a gentler adventure such as E-Biking, you are sure to find the perfect route within the Austrian realms.

    On your bike
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    Chalets near Lanersbach Tuxertal © Österreich Werbung / Diejun

    Chalets & Holiday Homes in Austria

    Skiing and hiking chalets in the Austrian Alps come in all sizes and all standards, with some including extra facilities such as saunas. Whatever your taste there is a chalet for you.

    Plan your alpine break
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    Rent a Bike © Intersport Rent

    Save Money on Bike Hire

    Intersport Rent offers discounts on bike hire in Austria when booking online, and they'll have the bike ready to go as soon as you get there. So you'll not just save money, but also precious holiday time.

    Intersport Rent
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    Danube Cycle Path © Österreich Werbung / Peter Burgstaller

    The Classic Bicycle Ride

    Beautiful valleys, quaint farmhouses and baroque monasteries provide a fantastically scenic backdrop for a tour of Austria by bike. Discover the classic route, the Danube Cycle Path, for a truly breathtaking experience of Austria's great outdoors.

    The Danube Cycle Path
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    Hiking in Zell am See-Kaprun © TVB Zell am See-Kaprun

    Zell am See-Kaprun

    Experience true summer highs in Zell am See-Kaprun amongst glaciers, mountains and lakes, promising a great variety of holiday activities for the whole family.

    Joyous moments
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    Appriacher Stockmühlen © Kärnten Werbung / Franz Gerdl

    Hike through Paradise Carinthia

    6 nights hiking along the Alpe-Adria-Trail in Carinthia with half-board, luggage transport, guided trail stages, transfers and a regional discount card.

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    The ultimate hiking holiday
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    Netnakisum performing © Schrammel.Klang.Festival

    05.07.2013 - 07.07.2013 - Litschau

    Schrammel.Klang.Festival

    Festival in Litschau on Lake Herrensee. Music and theatre at the very heart of nature!

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     © Wein Lodge

    Austria's Wine Country

    Austria’s vibrant wine scene has earned a worldwide reputation for quality and innovation, and is paired wonderfully with Austrian cuisine. The incredible thing about Austria is that all of its wine regions are easy to visit. In fact, once you step off the plane in Vienna, you have already arrived in one of the world’s most unique wine regions.

    Take a Sip
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    Hiking Break Bregenzerwald © Bregenzerwald Tourismus, Ludwig Berchtold

    Discover Bregenzerwald

    Book Sunday - Thursday in Bregenzerwald and receive one night free! Look forward to leisurely walks, foodie treats and eye-catching architecture.

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    One night free
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    Brandnertal Climbing Park © Brandnertal Tourismus

    Active in Brandnertal

    Among nature’s unspoiled outdoor arenas, Brandnertal in Vorarlberg is a sure bet. Make the most of 7 nights with guided walks, swimming and children's programme.

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    Your action-packed summer holiday
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    The Eagle's Walk © TVB Imst-Gurgltal Thorsten Wenzler

    The Eagle's Walk

    The beautiful Eagle's Walk is the longest hiking path in Europe. Its main route winds through Tirol’s most gorgeous regions from St. Johann to St. Anton am Arlberg.

    Europe's longest hiking path
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    Nordic Walking Mieminger Plateau © Innsbruck Tourismus

    Nordic Walking in Austria

    There could be no better backdrop to reaping the benefits of Nordic Walking than Austria. So why not make it a part of your next holiday?

    Our recommended regions
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    Speik Bad Kleinkirchheim © Bad Kleinkirchheim

    Healing Power of Nature: the “Speik”

    In the Nock mountains, located in Carinthia, you will find a world-renowned medicinal plant. Its distinct scent and exceptional healing powers are there to be discovered by hikers strolling in the mountains.

    More on the Speik
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    Castle Herberstein © Schloss Herberstein

    Castle Herberstein

    Mysteriously hidden in the wild and romantic landscape of the Feistritzklamm is one of Austria’s most famous castles: Castle Herberstein

    More on Castle Herberstein
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    achensee © ANTO/Wiesenhofer

    Achensee in Tirol

    Emerald green and nestled between the Karwendel and Rofan mountain ranges is the largest mountain lake of Austria: the Achensee. Discovery this natural gem and the outdoor activites that it has to offer.

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    Hohe Tauern National Park © Österreich Werbung / Sochor

    National Park Hohe Tauern

    „Find your true inner self where nature is at its purest“ is the motto of a lot of people who choose the wildly romantic mountain scenery and clear lakes of the National Park Hohe Tauern to relax.

    More on National Park Hohe Tauern
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     © Mühltalhof

    Mühltalhof

    An exceptional hotel for Spa lovers, people looking for relaxation, night owls and those in search of adventure. At the Mühlviertel you can experience indulgence and culture with heart and soul.

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    A farmstay resident © Urlaub am Bauernhof

    Farmstay Holidays

    For city-dwellers, farmstay holidays are a great way to escape the hectic pace of urban life for a while and for many children a great opportunity to come into close contact with animals they have only seen on TV.

    All the fun of the farm
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    Sunflower Field © Österreich Werbung/G. Popp

    Green Austria

    Find out what makes the World Economic Forum's Travel & Tourism Competitiveness Report commend Austria and learn about the high standards of the Austrian Eco-Label.

    Sustainable on all levels
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    Car-Free in Werfenweng © Tvb Werfenweng

    Car-Free Holidays in Austria

    Numerous Austrian towns and villages promote the concept of car-free holidays and vehicle-free zones, whilst many cities have converted public transport to clean fuels.

    Take a break from your car
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    Golfpark Bregenzerwald © Vorarlberg Tourismus / Peter Mathis

    Golf in Vorarlberg

    Golfers can choose between high alpine courses and cross-border golf when visiting Vorarlberg, which is nestled between Lake Constance and the Alps.

    The westernmost part of Austria
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    Alpine Golf Course © Golf in Austria / www.severnimages.com

    GOLF IN AUSTRIA

    A unique marketing alliance of 85 dedicated golf hotels and most leading courses, make GOLF IN AUSTRIA your first point of call when planning your Austrian golf holiday.

    Golf holidays in Austria
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    Playing golf in Austria © Österreich Werbung / Niederstrasser

    Golf Tour Operators

    A variety a UK-based tour operators can help you tailor-make your next Austrian golf holiday. Take a look at our list of recommendations.

    UK listings
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    Golf Alpin Course © Golf Alpin - Tirol Marketing

    Golf the Austrian Way

    Fore! Austria has established itself as having some of the best golfing in Europe. With Alpine golf, greens surrounded by vineyards and courses attached to luxurious spa resorts, it is hard to overlook Austria’s rise as a veritable destination for golfing holidays.

    Hole in one
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    Organic Produce © Österreich Werbung/Fankhauser

    Organic Austria

    With 13 percent of cultivated land and 10 percent of its farmers organic, Austria is an international organic champion - and this benefits everybody.

    "Bio" means life
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    Fun at Lake Wörthersee © Wörthersee Tourismus

    Bathing Lakes in Carinthia

    Carinthia is not known as Austria's Riviera without reason. This South Eastern corner of Austria is blissfully warm in summer, providing excellent swimming and tanning oppurtunties at its many beautiful lakes.

    Bathing Lakes in Carinthia
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    Schwarzsee in Tirol © Tirol Werbung

    Bathing Lakes in Tirol

    The Heart of the Alps, where some 10,000 clean springs bubble up to the surface, offers a wonderful combination of majestic mountains and glittering lakes which are up to 28°C warm.

    Bathing Lakes in Tirol
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    Festival House Bregenz © Bregenzer Festspiel- und Kongresshaus

    Bregenz

    Vorarlberg’s capital is located at Lake Constance, Central Europe’s third largest lake, offering a dense cultural programme and wide range of outdoor activities.

    Find out more about Bregenz
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    Kalvarienbergkirche Eisenstadt © Österreich Werbung / Diejun

    Eisenstadt

    Despite being Austria’s smallest provincial capital, this former seat of the Esterhazy noble family range, home to some 13,000 inhabitants, has plenty to offer its guests.

    Find out more about Eisenstadt
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    Kunsthaus Graz © Österreich Werbung/Viennaslide

    Graz

    The Styrian capital Graz, with roots dating back to the Roman age, lies on either side of River Mur. Graz is well-known for its striking buildings and architecture.

    Find out more about Graz
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    Hungerburgbahn Innsbruck © Innsbruck Tourismus

    Innsbruck

    Past and future meet seamlessly in the heart of the Alps as Innsbruck’s world-famous sights stand alongside post-modern international architecture.

    Find out more about Innsbruck
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    Fun at Lake Fuschl © Fuschlsee Tourismus

    Bathing Lakes in SalzburgerLand

    185 lakes adorn the landscape across the Salzkammergut region, through mountain valleys and on distant peaks. SalzburgerLand's lakes all have one thing in common: the extraordinary quality of their water.

    Bathing Lakes in SalzburgerLand
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    Seagulls in Burgenland © Burgenland Tourismus/Rudolf Blaim

    Bathing Lakes in Burgenland

    Often overshadowed by better known destinations, Burgenland is decidedly different. There are no high mountains here and very little snow, but 300 days of annual sunshine with a very mild climate.

    Bathing Lakes in Burgenland
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    Grüner See in Styria © Österreich Werbung/Popp G.

    Bathing Lakes in Styria

    These sky blue lakes are large enough for boat trips, although the warm shores are never far away. Relax and enjoy the summer in Styria, the Green Heart of Austria.

    Bathing Lakes in Styria
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    Traunsee in Upper Austria © Österreich Werbung/Jezierzanski

    Bathing Lakes in Upper Austria

    Along the Salzkammergutweg, the most famous Upper Austrian lakes and warm thermal springs of drinking water quality line up like beautiful pearls on a string, surrounded by a stunning mountain backdrop.

    Bathing Lakes in Upper Austria
 

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