an independent travel guide about Austria
Linz is one of the main economic powerhouses of Austria, basing its reputation as such on a vast industrial complex on the southern banks of the Danube. However, despite its reputation as an industrial city, Linz has a lot to offer tourists. You and your family would find plenty to see and do for a […]
The Wachau takes up a 33-kilometre (20-mile) stretch of the Danube between Melk and Krems in Upper Austria. The unique blend of picturesque villages, river landscape, history, culture and regional delicatessen are the main attractions. The mild climate, geology and good soil make Wachau one of the prime wine districts of Austria. The tourist season […]
“Off the beaten track” has become somewhat of a cliché since fewer such places exist. In Europe, anyway. Mauterndorf is not entirely run over by large hordes of tourists as many other places in Austria are, not because of a lack of things to do or see. On the contrary, there are plenty of activities […]
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Wine tasting is, of course, the most important in any wine holiday. Nevertheless, to complete the wine experience, you must get out of the wine cellar. Austria’s wine regions are perfect for enjoying nature and local culture. Moreover, the distances are small, the sights plentiful, and the activities diverse. Best in wine tourism Austria’s traditional […]
The Kitzsteinhorn is a 3203 m high mountain in the state of Salzburg, more or less in the middle of Austria. The trip to the top takes about 30-40 minutes and three separate cable cars. The rewards are several eateries and bars, a wide range of pistes and non-less than spectacular views from the +3000 […]
Almtal is a real gem. Not a big secret, but still not discovered by everyone. I guess that there are not any massive ski resorts or other mass tourism facilities in place. However, this does not mean that the area is lacking attractions. On the contrary, I found plenty of activities to keep me busy […]
A little in the shadow of Innsbruck, which is only 10 kilometres further west, Hall does not receive visits from countless busloads of tourists. Something that we appreciated when we strolled around in picturesque Hall. We love these small historic cities in Austria. The hustle and bustle of daily life make Hall much more than […]
From whatever direction you arrive, the Riegersburg Castle firmly stands out sitting on top of a volcanic peak 480 metres above sea level. Don’t worry the volcano has been extinct for a couple of million years. If you love castles and the Middle Age this one is a must-visit. Location, location, location The knights of […]
Austria and Vienna have deservedly gained a good reputation among music lovers over the last decades, mostly through the Vienna Philharmonic’s New Year Concerts or its opera house, and lately for its vibrant contemporary music scene. The soul of the Viennese No matter what genre or type of music they like, people interested in music […]