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Herbal Hiking in Vorarlberg

On 18/02/2022 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: …

The Felsentherme thermal baths in Bad Gastein

Thermal Baths in the Gastein Valley

On 08/01/2022 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 …

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

Torchlit Winter Hike near Schladming

On 06/01/2022 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 …

Advent at the Pyramidenkogel on the Wörthersee

Advent Customs in Carinthia

On 18/12/2021 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 …

Reichersberg Abbey

On 16/12/2021 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 …

View of the Tirol Panorama building on the Bergisel in Innsbruck

Tirol Panorama in Innsbruck

On 14/12/2021 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 …

Autumn Wine Walks in Lower Austria

On 07/11/2021 By Steve In Lower Austria

Last updated on April 21st, 2022 at 10:27 pmGuided walks through the wine regions along the Danube in Lower Austria show visitors how grapes are turned into fine wines. Vineyard walks have a special charm …

The Strosseggwirt on the Glaicer to Wine Route in eastern Styria

Glacier to Wine Hiking Route

On 05/11/2021 By Steve In Styria

The long-distance hiking route “From Glacier to Wine” runs through Eastern Styria in seven stages – perfect for autumn hikers. Hike at medium altitudes through the gently undulating alpine landscape in Eastern Styria and find …

Laxenburg Castle Gardens

On 22/10/2021 By Steve In Lower Austria

The Laxenburg castles and the surrounding parklands in the countryside of Lower Austria to the south of Vienna were a former summer residence of the ruling Habsburg dynasty . The Laxenburg castle complex – there …

Cycling along the Inn River

On 27/09/2021 By Steve In Tyrol

Last updated on April 22nd, 2022 at 07:07 amThe Innradweg (Inn River Cycle Trail) follows the banks of the river from its source in the Swiss Engadine region to where it flows into the Danube …