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Like so many other castles and palaces in Austria, this place has a fascinating history, a great location and is very well preserved. Hence, you get a sense of the almost 1000-year history of Rosenburg. At Rosenburg, they focus on a varied program of activities for their visitors. One of the events that make Rosenburg […]
Hiking in the Alps is not only about narrow and steep trails high up in the mountains. There are also plenty of great trails for those who simply want a leisurely hike or bring small children. Moreover, even though the walk takes you along a small gravel road in relatively flat terrain, the surrounding nature […]
Even though Austria does not have a centimetre of shoreline toward the sea, it is no problem to enjoy a wonderful beach holiday in the Alpine countryside. Many of Austria’s lakes warm up quickly during the summer and reach water temperatures of 27-29 °C. Furthermore, the water quality in the majority of lakes in Austria […]
One of the attractions we enjoyed was the Rainforest House, where you are taken through a hot and humid rainforest. Sure, you are on walkways and wooden bridges, but this is as near the real thing as it gets, without travelling to the jungle. Hot and humid Hot and humid and a few times during […]
Despite its fiery name, the Styrian Volcano Land (Steirisches Vulkanland) lacks lava-spewing volcanos or blackened, scorched earth. Instead, the region primarily consists of a lush green landscape of rolling hills. The hillcrests are usually covered by forest, and the valleys are dominated by farmland, vineyards and dotted with villages. Slow down and enjoy The region […]
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