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Neusiedler See Bike Trail

Neusiedler See Bike Trail

On 21st March 2022 By Steve In Burgenland

Cyclists can enjoy the broad beds of reeds, the vineyards and the steppes of the Pannonian Plain along this 125-kilometre-long tour around the Neusiedler See in Burgenland. Cyclists can choose whether to cycle clockwise or …

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The Wildsteiner waterfall near the Klopeiner See in Carinthia

Wildenstein Waterfall

On 19th March 2022 By Steve In Carinthia

The Wildenstein waterfall in Carinthia is one of the highest free-falling waterfalls in Europe, with a drop of 54 metres. Near the Klopeiner See in southern Carinthia, this special natural spectacle is worth a visit. …

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Hallstatt - Austria's UNESCO world heritage site

Hallstatt – Austria’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites

On 17th March 2022 By Steve In Upper Austria

Last updated on May 6th, 2022 at 09:26 amHallstatt in the Upper Austrian Salzkammergut region is considered by many to be the most beautiful village in Austria. Situated at the foot of the Dachstein mountains, …

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Spring walks in the vienyards of Lower Austria

Spring Walks in the Vineyards of Lower Austria

On 15th March 2022 By Steve In Lower Austria, Wine

“In die Grean gehen” – going into the green countryside with the wine grower – is a springtime tradition in the Weinviertel region of Lower Austria. The locals in the Weinviertel have been reviving an …

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Herbal hikes in Vorarlberg

Herbal Hiking in Vorarlberg

On 18th February 2022 By Steve In Vorarlberg

Guided hikes in several regions in Vorarlberg encourage you to discover more about the herbal plants which have been traditionally used in the area. Visitors can choose from a number of specialised tours in Vorarlberg: …

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The Felsentherme thermal baths in Bad Gastein

Thermal Baths in the Gastein Valley

On 8th January 2022 By Steve In Salzburg

The Gastein valley in the SalzburgerLand is one of the most traditional health destinations in Austria. The valley is best known for its therapeutic thermal waters. Literary figures, composers, aristocrats and bourgeoisie or anyone else …

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Torchlight hikers set off from Schladming in Styria through the spectacular ice-covered Talbachklamm gorge.

Torchlit Winter Hike near Schladming

On 6th January 2022 By Steve In Styria

The Talbachklamm gorge near Schladming has a very special appeal in winter. Hoarfrost covers bushes and trees, while the many small streams and rivulets that flow into the sides of the gorge freeze over and …

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Advent at the Pyramidenkogel on the Wörthersee

Advent Customs in Carinthia

On 18th December 2021 By Steve In Carinthia

The people of Carinthia have a rich Advent tradition and organise several atmospheric markets in special places. Some unusual customs have been preserved in Carinthia for centuries. “Roateln” is an Advent custom in the Lavanttal …

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Reichersberg Abbey in Upper Austria

Reichersberg Abbey

On 16th December 2021 By Steve In Upper Austria

“Living with joy” is the motto of Reichersberg Abbey on the Inn river in Upper Austria. And indeed, a visit to the baroque complex is a real pleasure. Reichersberg Abbey towers majestically over the water …

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View of the Tirol Panorama building on the Bergisel in Innsbruck

Tirol Panorama in Innsbruck

On 14th December 2021 By Steve In Tyrol

Last updated on April 6th, 2022 at 01:22 pmThe largest work of art in the Tyrol, the giant circular painting called the Tirol Panorama, is located close to the Bergisel ski jump in Innsbruck. During …

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