Austria, in the heart of Europe, inspires with breathtaking alpine landscape, picturesque cities such as Vienna and Salzburg, cultural richness and culinary diversity. A destination for nature and culture lovers alike. Explore historic castles, enjoy the famous Sachertorte and experience the splendor of Austrian music and art. In summer, the Alps offer countless outdoor activities, while winter attracts skiers and snowboarders from all over the world. Immerse yourself in the charming atmosphere of Austria and experience the warm hospitality of its inhabitants.
Summer is currently pouring down heavily on the DACH region, while a large number of families are already planning their summer vacation on the hot exotic beach. However, summer doesn’t always have to mean heat, beach and sea, because at this time of year others have an incredible desire to cool off. For this purpose, a joint holiday in the Zillertal is...
Sankt Johann im Pongau is a tranquil alpine village located in Austria, about 60 kilometres south of Salzburg. Both in summer and winter, the community of about 11,400 inhabitants has a lot to offer its visitors. Skiers and snowboarders get their money’s worth here as well as hiking enthusiasts and mountain bike freaks. Art and cultural events in the local...
Environmentally friendly travel with Alpine Pearls The Alpine Pearls network represents 19 environmentally friendly holiday destinations in the Alps. Guests can enjoy sophisticated, environmentally friendly mobility solutions. The diverse services of these holiday resorts – the “Pearls of the Alps” – guarantee a climate-friendly trip. Guests...
Tyrol is a popular travel destination. And rightly so, because not only is Austria’s northernmost province very easy to reach, Tyrol also offers excellent foundations for a pleasant stay. There is something to experience and discover at any time of the year. But what does Tyrol offer overall and what highlights are there to explore? This article takes a look at...
The Zillertal in Tyrol should be a well-known name, especially for friends of cultivated winter sports. In the mountains of Tyrol you not only have some of the most beautiful ski resorts in the world, but also many opportunities to enjoy nature and simply switch off from everyday life. In tranquil towns like Fügen in the Zillertal, you are by no means only welcome as...
Whether culture, nature or culinary specialties – Austria has much more to offer than some might think. Get to know the most picturesque holiday destinations in Austria and plan your next trip. The Tannheim Valley inspires connoisseurs and athletes One valley – countless possibilities. Anyone who has ever been to the Austrian valley near the German border...
If you travel to Lech in Austria, you should give up the search for the Arlberg. For he will not find it. These seven letters stand for a region and for a passport. It is exactly 1,793 metres high and connects the provinces of Tyrol and Vorarlberg. Today, the “Arlberg” sees itself as the cradle of skiing and was apparently derived from the Arlen, a bush...
Schladming is located in the upper Enns Valley and is the tourist centre of Upper Styria. The small town has become known above all as a winter sports resort, to which the Alpine Ski World Championships in 1982 and 2013 contributed as well as the Ski World Cup races that regularly take place here. The most famous ski area in Schladming is the local mountain, the...
Skiers from the New World find it difficult to hear the word “Sankt Anton”. And since this is obviously unchangeable, the name of the popular winter sports resort in the Alps was unceremoniously “Americanized”. Anyone who travels from the United States to the Arlberg on their skis or snowboarders speaks of “Stanton” when they mean...
Our Austrian adventure begins early in the morning at Augsburg train station. Full of anticipation for a varied week in the mountains, we board the IC of the Deutsche Bahn, which arrives on time. The seat reservation worked wonderfully and so we enjoy a relaxed train ride and admire the diversity of the passing landscape. With a delicious cappuccino from the on-board...