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    Ski resorts near Vienna accessible by train

    Are you looking for some excellent ski resorts near Vienna that you can easily access by train? We’ve got you covered! Check out these fantastic ski destinations that offer excellent family-friendly slopes and unforgettable skiing experiences. Hop on a train and get ready for an adventure. Stuhleck ski resort – Spital am Semmering At Stuhleck in […]

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    6 cool ski resorts reachable by train in Austria

    Railjet from the Austrian State Railway in a winterlandscape

    Austria’s airports are well-connected to major cities and central train stations. Therefore, we have put together a list of excellent ski resorts that are easily reachable by train, including some info on how to get there from the airport. Moreover, many ski resorts offer inexpensive or free transfers to and from the nearest train station […]

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    5 fantastic places in Austria accessible by funicular railway

    Rosshütte funicular railway, Seefeld, Tyrol, Austria

    Austria has short urban funicular railways and longer tracks that take you up the mountains. A funicular railway consists of two vehicles that counterbalance one another rather than independently operated railway cars. Furthermore, they are usually barrier-free and perfect if you are a wheelchair user or travel with a stroller. 1. Hallstatt – Salzbergbahn A […]

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    6 amazing museums in Austria

    3 people in front of a vegetable garden at Freilichtmuseum Stuebing, Erlebnisregion Graz

    Picking out only six is difficult, but we have chosen some different ones nationwide. The days when museums were mainly dusty shelves with old items are luckily long gone. Today, museums draw visitors into the history and make you a part of the experience. Usually, there is fun to be had by the entire family. […]

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    Salzkammergut – Austria in miniature

    Salzkammergut, Austria

    The contrasts in the Salzkammergut region are significant not only because the landscape alternates between massive mountain ranges, glaciers, lush valleys, and many lakes. But also because the region offers a rich cultural landscape characterized by more than 5,000 years of human activity. The Salzkammergut holiday region covers 58 municipalities in three states (Salzburg, Upper […]

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    Hiring a car for your holiday in Austria

    Country road Burgenland

    Austria is a small country with short distances, good roads and well-developed tourist infrastructure. Moreover, you can find outlets from most international car rentals in Austria, and there are several local companies as well. Great fly-drive holiday destination Just like in most European countries, driving and parking within the larger cities in Austria can be […]

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    5 spectacular traditional festivals in Austria

    Samson parade - traditional festivals in Austria

    A study by IMAS showed that 9 out of 10 Austrians think protecting and keeping Austrian traditions alive is vital. Many traditions are connected to the catholic church, others are part of rural folklore, and some celebrate the end of harvest time. Nonetheless, most of these festivities are lively, colourful, and folksy, with a high […]

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