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In Austria you will find amazing scenery, beautiful valleys and stunning mountain ranges as well as lovely wine regions and national parks protecting diverse landscapes.

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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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     © 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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    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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    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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    Haus Hirt © Haus Hirt

    Hotel Haus Hirt

    A stunningly located hideaway in the heart of the Alps, combining 1920s style with modern design.

    Stay in Style
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    Pinzgaubahn Steam Railway © Österreich Werbung / Weinhaeupl

    Zell am See by Rail

    Wonderful Alpine scenery forms the backdrop of this 10-day Zell am See rail tour which includes travel, accommodation, breakfast, several dinners and excursions.

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    Great Rail Journeys
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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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    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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    Ziller Valley Railway © Leger Holidays

    Little Trains of Austria

    Enjoy exhilarating rail rides, awesome alpine scenery and traditional Tirolean hospitality on this delightful 9-day tour with Leger Holidays, including travel, accommodation and excursions.

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    Your nostalgic tour
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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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    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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    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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    Shopping

    Holidays are never holidays without a bit of shopping, so visitors will be delighted by the many large malls, small souvenir shops and splendid shopping streets across Austria. Go bargain hunting at one of the many colourful markets, stroll along an upscale shopping street, or indulge in some serious shopping at 1000m above sea level.

    Shop till you drop in Austria
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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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    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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