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Alpe-Adria-Trail Carinthia

Long distance pleasure hike from the majestic Großglockner through Carinthia and Friaul-Julisch Venetia to the azure blue sea of Slovenia.

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.

Biking in St. Anton

St. Anton am Arlberg is both an ideal mountain biking region as well as a great starting point for road racing tours.

Biking Saalfelden Leogang

Whether easy, short or difficult tours, tricky single trails or white knuckle downhill stretches – in Saalfelden Leogang an energy-packed enjoyable biking experience is guaranteed!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Alps in Your Pocket!

Austria is now more accessible than ever before with the new iAlps Austria iPhone App offering the latest weather reports, many summer resort maps and much more.

Golf in SalzburgerLand

Why decide upon just one thing, when you can have it all? SalzburgerLand offers wonderful golf courses alongside famous sights and imposing landscapes.

Golf in Styria

Styria offers golfers countless courses scattered between mountains and vineyards. With the Styria Golf Card you are invited to "tee" time on 18 diverse and exciting courses.

Golf in Upper Austria

Golfers – from amateurs to professionals – immediately fall in love with Upper Austria for its exquisite golf greens amongst crystal-clear lakes and majestic mountains.

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.

Golf in Burgenland

Wide open spaces, idyllic rolling vineyard hills, Lake Neusiedl and 300 days of sunshine per year are impressions of Austria's most easterly province.

Golf in Lower Austria

The land surrounding Vienna is the nucleus of Austria and at the same time the country's most diverse province. It is the perfect destination for a golf and city break in one.

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.

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.

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.

St. Martin Chalets E-Bike Offer

Take advantage of the resort's fleet of e-bikes on a summer break at St. Martin Chalets. This 3- or 4-night offer includes bike rental for the length of your stay, one guided tour and a catered dinner.

St. Martin Chalets Hiking Offer

Using St. Martin Chalets as a base, experience the natural wonders of Lungau Bisosphere Park on a 3- or 4-night break including breakfast, a catered dinner and 2 guided hikes.

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.

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.

Big Holidays with Dear Little Ones

Planning a ski holiday with kids is more difficult than you might think. That's because there are so many family-friendly winter offers in Austria that it's hard to make a decision where to go.

Snowsports with Dolomite Views

In Hochpustertal there are three skiing areas ideally suited for families, the largest of which is the Thurntaler near Sillian with its 45km runs of all levels, going up to 2407m of sun-flooded slopes with views of the Dolomites and no waiting at the lifts.

Easy as Riding a Bike

Handlebar and saddle remain, but the wheels are replaced by skis on the snowbike, and the pedals are simply not needed for your swift ride down the mountain.

Experiment on the Slopes

Just bring a good mood and the love of snow - fitness levels and experience can stay at home when you head to the "NTC Blue Day" Fun Park in Carinthia's Nassfeld.

Winter Paragliding

Have you ever dreamed of seeing the snow-capped peaks through the eyes of a bird, without motor, without noise? Winter paragliding can offer you just that.

Fun and Action in Winter

An Austrian winter promises not only hours of fun with classic cross-country skiing or even freeriding, but there are also plenty of less known adventures such as snowbiking or airboarding to be had.

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.

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.

Winter in Tirol

Enjoy a stunning winter walk, learn how to cross-country ski, or simply take in the beautiful surroundings on a horse-drawn sleigh ride. Including a guided tour of Innsbruck, this is a fantastic alternative to your conventional winter holiday.

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.

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.

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.

World's Longest Floodlit Run

When the stars come out, the Wildkogel sledding arena in Salzburger Land is just starting to heat up.

Snowboarding by Floodlight

Not only skiers can have all the fun after dark. Here is a selection of floodlit parks for snowboarders.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Excursions

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

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.

Culinary Hiking in Bregenzerwald

Bregenzerwald Tourism offers packages that take guests on a culinary trail throughout the region. Stay in a tasteful, typical Bregenzerwald hotel providing comfort and elegant meals based around the creative-regional award-winning cuisine.

Europatreppe 4000

The opportunities for a physical workout are almost inexhaustible, and are not just restricted to sport in the narrower sense. Apart from sports grounds, hiking trails, etc., Europatreppe (4,ooo steps) in Partenen offers the ultimate fitness kick, with its sporting highlight the Treppencup.

Climbing Park Golm

A climbing park is a high ropes course with various exercises in which the visitor moves from tree to tree. The Waldseilpark Golm is the largest climbing park in Vorarlberg. Children have their own special courses with simple exercises at a lower height. Fun, adventure and physical exercise in the open air are guaranteed for all.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Webcam Service

With the webcam service you can always keep an eye on your holiday destination! In addition to live images you will find weather forecasts and more information on Austria’s best hiking routes.

30.06.2013 - Klagenfurt

Ironman Austria

Europe's largest triathlon, the Ironman, will take place in Austria on 30th June 2013. Once again the beautiful region of Carinthia will provide the backdrop for this ultimate sporting challenge.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Discover Bregenzerwald

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

Biking the Kitzbüheler Alpen

Fifteen charming villages and the legendary sports town Kitzbühel make the Kitzbüheler Alpen a cyclist's paradise. Some 800km of cycling and mountain bike trails crown this region the bike centre of the Alps.

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.

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.

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?

29.07.2013 - 04.08.2013 - Klagenfurt

Beach Volleyball Grand Slam

Klagenfurt hosts the Beach Volleyball Grand Slam, one of the premium beach volleyball events in Europe. Renowned for its friendly party atmosphere, the event attracts thousands of fans every year to the Strandbad beside the stunning Wörthersee lake.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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 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 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 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 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.