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    • Lakes and Nature in Austria

      The stunning combination of lakes and mountains is perhaps Austria's best feature.

      Mountain lake in Tirol
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    In Austria, you will find amazing scenery, beautiful lakes, and stunning mountain ranges as well as lovely wine regions and national parks featuring diverse landscapes.

    • Hiking in Ötztal in Tirol

      An Austrian Summer

      From rugged mountaintops and glaciers to shimmering lakes - get inspired by summer in Austria.

      Find your summer bliss
    • Magnificent Melk Abbey in Lower Austria

      Everything About the Danube River

      Nothing introduces you better to the delights of Austria like a trip down the Danube, where its banks are rich with history, cultural treasures and sunlit vineyards. Discover the region on a road trip, river cruise, or biking on the popular Danube cycle path.        

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    • lake wolfgangsee

      Austria’s 6 Most Beautiful Lakes for Bathing & Swimming

      These are Austria's most beautiful lakes to spend a summer day swimming - or just lazing around.

      Pick your favourite
    • National Park Hohe Tauern - Weisssee

      National Parks in Austria

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

      Find your favourite
    • The Green Lake in Styria

      Austria’s Prettiest Places, According to Austrians

      Find out about the magical places chosen by Austrians as the country’s most beautiful spots.

      Where are the top spots?
    • Hiking Obergurgl, Ötztal

      Hiking along Austria's Rivers & Lakes

      Austria's legendary hiking trails provide plenty of opportunity to encounter natural waters along the way, from tranquil rivers and lakes to captivating gorges, canyons and waterfalls.

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    • Fisher on Mondsee

      Fishing in Austria's Rivers & Lakes

      Thunderous mountain streams, crystal clear lakes, and shady pools where trout, char, and greyling are at home. Fishing in Austria is an insiders tip known to enthusiasts all over the world.

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    • Rad Total im Donautal

      Cycling Austria's Rivers & Lakes

      Austria is a real gem when it comes to biking. Major paths lead along picturesque rivers and lakes, all well-signposted with wonderful stop-off opportunities along the way.

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    • Hiking in St. Johann in Salzburg

      Find an Alpine Stay

      These are the most idyllic hotels in the Austrian Alps!

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