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Discover the different regions of Austria, from the high mountains to the west through to the fertile plains around Austria’s capital city.

The glacier spectacle Hannibal in Sölden

Glacier Spectacle Hannibal Cancelled

On 24th February 2021 By Steve In Tyrol

The Tyrolean winter resort of Sölden has announced that the performance of ‘Hannibal’ – a massive event which takes place on the glaciers of the ski resort each year – has been cancelled for 2021. …

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Springtime in the Wachau valley near Vienna

Spring in the Wachau Valley

On 22nd February 2021 By Steve In Lower Austria

A spring hike through the blossoms of the Wachau valley in Lower Austria almost makes you want to pick up a paintbrush yourself. The Wachau valley is one of the most popular destinations in eastern …

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View of Salzburg old town above the Salzach river

Salzburg’s Panorama Museum

On 19th February 2021 By Steve In Salzburg

If the spring weather is not co-operating, you can still enjoy the landscape around Salzburg in a more visual way with a visit to the Panorama Museum. The museum in the middle of the city …

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The Riesenrad in Vienna's Prater Park

Spring in Vienna’s Prater Park

On 17th February 2021 By Steve In Vienna

Vienna residents know that the spring has arrived when people start flocking to the famous Prater park, drawn by the greenery and the blossoms on the chestnut trees. Springtime in Vienna has been immortalised several …

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Winter in the Ferienregion Imst

Winter Dreams Around Imst

On 11th February 2021 By Steve In Tyrol

When locals from the Ferienregion Imst talk about the “BIG 5” they mean all the winter activities in the area which do not involve downhill skiing. Why not enjoy snow-covered mountain landscapes while tobogganing or …

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The Gogles Alm in the Pitztal

Five Winter Walks in the Pitztal

On 24th January 2021 By Steve In Tyrol

Snow depths that you remember from your childhood dreams… Winter in the Pitztal in western Austria is not all about skiing and snowboarding. Those who prefer to take it a little easier and simply enjoy …

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Ice skating in Vienna

Ice Skating in Vienna

On 17th December 2020 By Steve In Vienna

Whether it’s a rooftop ice rink or a romantic skating rink in the Rathauspark: Vienna offers keen skaters great opportunities to strut their stuff. High above Vienna’s rooftops, they can dance on the ice under …

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Cross-country Skiing in the Ausseerland

On 3rd December 2020 By Steve In Styria

The Ausseerland in the Salzkammergut is a great destination for cross-country skiers. The region offers 200 kilometres of cross-country skiing trails at different altitudes, prepared for both classic and skating techniques. Those starting from Bad …

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The Origins of ‘Silent Night’

On 12th November 2020 By Steve In Salzburg, Tyrol, Upper Austria

The popularity of ‘Silent Night’ as a Christmas carol spread around the world in the 19th century from its origins in the villages of Austria. We take a closer look at the people and places …

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Advent Illuminations in Innsbruck Postponed

On 6th November 2020 By Steve In Things To Do, Tyrol

The opening of the LUMAGICA illuminations in the Imperial Gardens of Innsbruck – due to take place on 07 November – has been postponed until the beginning of December because of the restrictions caused by …

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