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Indigo Printing Burgenland

Indigo printing revolutionized Europe’s textile industry in the 17th century, when thousands of companies opened up. Nowadays this handcraft is only practiced by two printers in Burgenland in a workshop where everything is old except the designs.

Vinatrium Cellars

Browse through the endless variety of Central Burgenland wines in the state-of-the-art, climate controlled Vinatrium Cellars, and try as many different types as you please.

Walking in the Pannobile Vineyards

Explore the mystery and romance of the vineyards of Gols on the east side of Lake Neusiedl. On a guided hike you see and learn how a vineyard is planted and cultivated and why it makes such an impact on the way a wine tastes. At the end of the tour enjoy a tasting of a generous selection of premium wines in the Gols cultural center.

A futuristic winery with tradition

Visit the Esterhàzy Palace Wine Museum, regional wine bar and shop, and state-of-the-art winery. Known as philanthropists, builders, and passionate art collectors throughout history, the Esterhàzy dynasty’s tradition with wine is equally great. Empress Maria Theresia, composer Josef Haydn, and even the spoiled privy councillor von Goethe appreciated the fruit-driven wine that was vinified in the Esterhàzy Palace cellar.

Rust, a home for nesting storks

Magnificent white storks nesting on special nests built above the chimneys are a great attraction in the beautiful wine town of Rust. Catch these graceful birds with your camera in flight, or in their nests atop various buildings in town. And, while at it, discover the great food and local wines in this charming lakeside village.

Underground Salt Mines Tour

Hidden deep underground, the Salzwelten salt mines in Hallein near Salzburg, one of the oldest in the world, offers a tour that is adventurous, fun and interesting all at the same time! It includes a train ride, boat ride and cross border trek—all underground! Great fun, especially if you are with a small group of friends or family. As long as you’re not claustrophobic!

Burgenland: Land of Castles

Burgenland, the “Land of Castles,” is Austria’s youngest state, which joined the republic after the monarchy’s collapse following WWI. What to name the new territory became the first item of business.

Open Air Museum Grossgmain

Immerse yourself in the historical everyday life of Austrian farmers and discover 400 years of the history of agricultural development and farm management of Salzburg state.

Grafenegg Music Festival

The combination of a historic castle, culinary pleasures, modern architecture, and world-class performances makes the Grafenegg Music Festival a delight for all senses.

A Paradise for Foodies

The Vinofaktur in Vogau, Styria invites visitors to taste and experience the region’s truly spectacular culinary achievements in a stunning architectural masterpiece. There are plenty of discoveries that will bring even the most experienced foodies to swoon!

Seewinkel National Park

Austria is the only place in the world that produces award winning sweet wines in a national park! Participate in a bird-watching tour of Seewinkel National Park by foot, canoe, or solar boat and then rejuvenate in the Presshaus restaurant in Illmitz with a glass of lusciously sweet “Trockenbeerenauslese” with Kaiserschmarrn (Imperial Pancake) or with a selection of local cheeses.

Astounding views, for all hikers

One of the most dramatic hikes to take in the Austrian Alps happens to be one of the easiest, and most accessible. All ages will enjoy the jaw-dropping views and contemplative pace of the Zirbenweg Trail. Approachable from multiple directions, it offers enough variety to bring hikers back again and again.

The World’s largest Ice Caves

The World of Ice Giants brings you into the largest ice caves in the world. One of the true wonders on earth, the caves are a wondrous underground world of natural ice sculptures and formations. Discover a world of natural beauty.

“Silent Night” Chapel in Oberndorf

From the small village of Oberndorf near Salzburg, the world’s most famous Christmas carol has spread around the globe. Learn about the humble and most charming story of its creation.
 

Rustic country charm

“Südbahn wine” is the affectionate name Viennese call their favorite weekend beverage as they take the 20-minute southbound train from the city to Gumpoldskirchen. The main street of the sleepy village comes to life in the late afternoon as the local wine farms open the doors to over 30 heuriger to invite visitors for hearty country food, full-bodied wines, and folk music.

Haute cuisine in the old school house

Carnuntum is a popular excursion destination for lovers of cultural history, wine and delicious gourmet food from the nearby cities Vienna and Bratislava. It is not only the open-air Carnuntum Archaeological Museum which attracts visitors from the metropolises, but grand cuisine at petite prices in a rural setting.

Krimml Waterfalls

Enjoy a spectacular hike to Austria’s highest waterfalls. The three stages of the hike, starting in the village of Krimml, take you to ever more spectacular views of the falls and the surrounding countryside. Bring your camera and capture the most beautiful section of the falls!

Restaurant Nikolaihof

“Grüner Veltliner is the last of the great European white wine grapes.” So observed Terry Theise, the esteemed US wine connoisseur and importer. The popular wine is indeed a highlight of its native Niederösterreich -- and nowhere more so than at Nikolaihof.

Retz' secret underground Labyrinth

Discover the colorful history of a city whose wealth and culture is built around the wine trade. Three levels and 14 miles of wine cellar tunnels comprise a complex network under the city.

King of Wines, Wine of Kings

The historic center of Rust, just one hour south of Vienna in Burgenland, is lined with stately Baroque and Renaissance façades with beautiful portals and heraldic stucco decorations. The source of the city’s wealth is a golden, sweet wine that is so exquisite that it has been sought the world over by kings.

Zotter Chocolate Factory

Once upon a time - around 1990 - there was a master confectioner who thought that all the existing chocolate creations available were simply… boring. So he started to experiment and came up with the most fantastic creations, such as “hemp-mocha”. People liked them so much that he started his own factory and turned it into his own, very unusual, chocolate empire.

Wein.Sinn: A Wine Discovery Tour

The Winzer Krems winery invites you to to discover the fascination of wine. “SANDGRUBE 13 Wein.Sinn” leads you on an 8-station trail to experience wine and gain valuable insights.

The Village of Purbach

Chances are you might be the only foreigner strolling through the village at the time of your visit to Purbach, on the western shores of Lake Neusiedl and a short hour south of Vienna. Don’t let this deter you, but rather be a badge of exploration.

Open Air Wine Village Museum

Farm life from centuries past is revived in Moschendorf located in South Burgenland. Tours of thatched-roof houses filled with artifacts and furniture transport you back by centuries. The “Weinmuseum Moschendorf” is also a popular venue for wine tastings, concerts, art exhibitions, and folk dance.

Grossglockner High-Alpine Road

The Grossglockner High Alpine Road makes Austria’s highest mountain accessible for everyone. The famous alpine road leads you right into the heart of the Hohe Tauern National Park, the Grossglockner and its glacier, the Pasterze.

Hotel Riegersburg

The Genusshotel Riegersburg is camouflaged in a vineyard on the Styrian Castle Route just 40 miles east of Graz. The views from the gourmet bistro, the delightful spa and spacious rooms invite exploration of the surrounding orchards of rare, fruits and the mighty Riegersburg Castle. The wild, romantic landscape is home to numerous innovative culinary artisans like the Gölles Schnapps & Vinegar Distillery among others.

Mohndorf

A small village in the Waldviertel has devoted itself totally to the poppy: the inhabitants of Armschlag have even patented the unique Waldviertel grey poppy seed.

Sölden’s Top Culinary Event

Once a year at the beginning of May, Austria’s best chefs and the top vintners form the Burgenland meet in Sölden to provide an extraordinary culinary experience amid the majestic peaks of the Ötz Valley.

Culinary Hike in Styria

Located in the Southern part of Styria, the Südsteirische Weinstrasse (South Styrian Wine Road) is often compared to Italy’s Tuscany. Almost no other Austrian wine region has undergone such dramatic transformations in the past 20 years as this region, 1 hour south of Graz.

A Day in Hallstatt

In midst the mystical Salzkammergut Lake Region lies Hallstatt, Austria’s oldest village, who’s culture dates back to the 8th century B.C. Quite possibly the most photographed Austrian village, Hallstatt is visually framed by the Hallstaettersee and the massive Dachstein mountain range.

Bike from Castles to Vineyards

For experienced bikers and novices alike, there can be no more serene or memorable experience of Austria's wine hotspots than breezing along the marvelous “Rieden Tour Süd” bike trail. With the wind your hair, you'll wend your way from wine village to breathtaking castle to renowned winery, while making leisurely stops and sampling local treats.

Luxury Spa Escape in the Vineyards

A luxurious weekend of relaxation and enjoyment is found at the small boutique hotel Wein-Genuss Pössnitzberg. This romantic getaway enjoys a stunning view of the surrounding vineyards in Leutschach, Styria on the southern border of Austria. The award-winning chef of the house will pamper you after a relaxing day with exquisite dishes based on local products paired with rare Styrian wine specialties.

Nationalpark Hohe Tauern

Over three hundred glaciers, ten thousand animal species and countless jaw-dropping vistas make the Alps' largest nature reserve also its most memorable. Cultural artifacts and natural wonders compete for your attention. The National Park Center -- open daily -- makes for a perfect base camp as you set out to explore this magnificent Austrian treasure.

A Spring Awakening in Burgenland

Every year, the rite of spring causes an explosion of life and color and turns the vineyards of the Leithagebirge and Lake Neusiedl into a lush and deeply satisfying ocean of blossoms. 10,000 blooming cherry trees, with their white-pinkish flowers, transform the villages of Donnerskirchen, Purbach, Breitenbrunn, Winden and Jois.

Music, Wine, Food and Art

The exciting fusion of a renaissance building with harmoniously integrated modern architectural modules is what meets the eye. “Weinwerk” houses a fusion of the best wines of Burgenland, regional gourmet products, and a lively calendar of fun and engaging cultural events. This initiative of a regional wine marketing association and a cultural club is guarantee for a superlative gourmet and cultural experience!

A Cyclist’s Dream – Lake Neusiedl

Cyclists are welcome to Austria’s Burgenland region, where the sun shines more than 300 days and the horizon stretches into the distance for what seems like an eternity. The Lake Neusiedl World Cultural Heritage Site and National Park enchant visitors with vinyards and cherry blossoms, villages and homemade culinary delicacies.

Wine & Wellness at Hotel Veltlin

Far from the noise and hectic of a busy lifestyle, yet only a scenic hour’s drive north of Vienna is an idyllic, rural landscape that hugs the border of the Czech Republic. This sleepy corner of Austria features rolling vineyard hills, asparagus plantations, and a sparse few farming villages. Set in this rustic landscape is a peaceful oasis: the 4-star Hotel Veltlin and the Veltlinerland golf course in Poysdorf.

The Mint Museum Hall

Discover the birth place of the modern-day Dollar. In the historic town of Hall in Tirol, the ancient Mint Tower is an impressive reminder of a time when currency was literally as hard as the material it was produced from. Have fun exploring the history of money and mint your own coin as a souvenir.

Almdorf Seinerzeit in Carinthia

Let go of everyday stress and rediscover what is truly important, at the Almdorf Seinerzeit, a remote hotel village in the mountains of Carinthia. Enjoy the closeness to nature, pamper yourself with all natural spa treatments, and enjoy a scrumptious breakfast buffet laid out in your own cabin. We promise: You’ll want to come back again and again.

Erich Stekovics

Erich Stekovics has scoured the world for tomato seeds in his quest to revive some nearly forgotten flavors. Today more than 3,200 varieties of tomato thrive in his fields near the Neusiedlersee.

High-Mountain Reservoirs

With the Hohe Tauern mountain range as your magnificent backdrop, enjoy a fascinating trip to the Alpine high-mountain reservoirs. The journey begins aboard a modern bus and continues to the dam in an open funicular rising high into the mountains. Come see this unique landscape of green Alpine pastures and snow covered mountains reflected in the turquoise water – paired with the world’s highest standard of technology!

Vienna’s trendy Yppenmarkt

If you’re looking for a newly fashionable, eclectic Vienna neighborhood full of gourmet food producers, interesting restaurants and the stores of local artists, then head to Ottakring in the 16th district, where you’ll find the city’s largest street market, exciting new restaurants and the emergence of many local artists.

Hohenwerfen Fortress

The mighty, 900-year-old fortress of Hohenwerfen, set in a beautiful alpine setting near Salzburg, allows visitors to delve into military history, take a tour of historic interiors, enjoy impressive falconry displays and visit Austria’s first Falconry Museum. Concerts, theatre performance and heritage evenings can also be enjoyed throughout the year at this “Castle of Adventure”.

Via Culinaria, a Gourmet's Roadmap

Seven culinary pathways and 200 culinary addresses in SalzburgerLand. The popular Via Culinaria puts the variety of regional products front and center, weaving a SalzburgerLand vacation with the true gourmet's dream. Pick a theme -- or pick multiple themes -- and give yourself the most mouthwatering way of getting to know a beautiful piece of Austria.

Experiences "off the beaten path"

Looking for great authentic travel experiences? Look no further. We have collected unusual and authentic travel experiences "off the beaten path" that will make your trip even more memorable...

Interactive Map of Austria

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Packages

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29.06.2013 - 28.07.2013 - Krems

Glatt&Verkehrt

This very unique festival takes place in different venues: Winzer Krems, Spitz Castle, Zoehrer Wineyard, Goettweig Abbey as well as Krems. This year 18 bands from 17 different countries will perform in venues varying from winyards to the Abbey in Goettweig.

06.06.2013 - 15.06.2013 - Dornbirn

tanz ist Festival

dance is art. this festival focuses on contemporary dance as well as the art of flamenco.

17.05.2013 - 19.05.2013 - Diersbach

INNtöne Festival

A jazz festival with an Austrian focus on a farm off the beaten path in Upper Austria's: Diersbach.

14.03.2013 - 17.03.2013 - Langenlois

Loisiarte

Cultural spring festival under the theme: "Four Days - Four Points of the Compass".

Lower Austria

The beauty and lifestyle here seem inconceivable in this day and age - areas this pure and authentic in many parts of the world seem to be trading in those very qualities. And locals here have chosen to embrace their heritage gastonomically, viticulturally and agriculturally.

Start planning your next Austria vacation

A vacation in Austria gets you close to nature and allows you to get to know the people and the wonderful traditions. Austria's landscapes are incredibly varied and the options are endless. Be it a relaxing walk or experiencing the great outdoors in the Austrian Alps. Keep in mind that you are never far from historic city centers, cultural events and gourmet restaurant.

Grosses Walsertal Biosphere Reserve

Grosses Walsertal in Vorarlberg is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The credo for its people is: “Use nature without harming it”.

Green Austria

FACT: Austria is one of the world's best destinations for sustainable tourism, as recently recognised in the World Economic Forum's Travel & Tourism Competitiveness Report.

Austria's Green Credentials

As more and more of us strive to live a less energy-intense lifestyle, Austria is now firmly on the map as an eco destination. Organic products are on offer whilst the consumption of energy and waste is carefully watched.

Garden of EDEN

EDEN is a project that promotes sustainable tourism development across the European Union. The untouched Grosses Walsertal valley in Vorarlberg was given this highly regarded accolate for 2009.

Fauna and Flora

Austria's topographic diversity accounts for a great variety of flora and fauna, including endemic species that are under protection.

Walk Austria's Alps

There are numerous ways to explore and experience a destination but none as intimate and personal as taking the time to enjoy your vacation destination on foot. Walking and hiking in Austria will get you close to nature and allow you to get to know the people and the wonderful traditions in Austria.

Plan your trip to the Austrian Wine Country

Austria’s wine regions are both beautiful and 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 region. Vienna. Then about one hour south east of Vienna lies the Burgenland, and one hour west of Vienna is the region of Lower Austria with many beautiful valleys. Many of them along the Danube.

Bregenzerwald Cheese Road

The Cheese Route through the Bregenzerwald in Vorarlberg is the ideal way to explore the region and its close ties with cheese-making: from dairy farms to cheese speciality inns, and from alpine pastures to milkmaids. If you’re a cheese connoisseur, this is for you.

Wine tasting in Vienna and Beyond

Walking Tour: Austria's Grüner Veltliner has suddenly become the hottest thing on everybody's list. Until recently, wines made from Grüner Veltliner, the most widely planted grape in Austria, enjoyed only faint praise.

Salzburg & Hallstatt Tour

Visit 2 well-known UNESCO listed-world heritage sites in Austria: the baroque city of Salzburg as well as the picturesque town of Hallstatt.

NEU_Salzburg & Hallstatt Tour

Visit 2 well-known UNESCO listed-world heritage sites in Austria: the baroque city of Salzburg as well as the picturesque town of Hallstatt.

Königsee to Hochkönig Hiking Tour

Idyllic, mystic and singular, the blue-green lake Königssee is embedded into grand mountain scenery. See the sun rising over the steep rocks of the Stony Sea is really worth the effort.

Cattle procession

The second Saturday of September is the setting of a very traditional event in the Tirolean village Jerzens. After 2 1/2 months the cows come home from the alpine pastures, the cow bells ring and everybody celebrates the return of the cattle.

Igls. Austria special

It's no coincidence that Igls is known as the hiking village. Sitting on a glacial plateau at 3,000 feet above sea level and only 2 1/2 miles from Innsbruck, an Igl's visitor has everything available from their hotel door. The area boasts miles and miles of carefully maintained walking and hiking trails, with guests led by certified hiking guides from one of Austria's most prestigious hiking organizations.

World Heritage Hiking Tour of the Salzkammergut

Since December 1997 the "Hallstatt Dachstein/Salzkammergut" region in Austria has joined the list of the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Sites. We invite you to discover this great part of Austria with us.

Salzkammergut Sampler

Lush green pastures, the tinkling of cowbells, crystal clear brooks teeming with trout and villages with intricate murals and wooden balconies. Too much of a cliché to be true? We don't think so. Come and see for yourself!

7 Resort Hike in the Austrian Alps

Everything you expect from a perfect walking vacation, you will find on this picturesque tour through the Alpbach Valley: beautiful scenery, charming accommodation and walks amid rolling pastures and authentic flower villages.

National Parks in Austria

Austria has six National parks, almost 60 nature preserves and „nature parks“, about 35 „hot spots“ for bird-watching, 20 Alpine gardens and many other opportunities to admire nature in its undisturbed, pristine beauty