Cities & culture
Vienna and historic towns
Palaces, museums, coffee houses and established old towns make Austria’s cities ideal for culture-filled short breaks.
Travel tips and inspiration
Austria Travel Tips
Austria combines historic cities with lakes, Alpine valleys and high mountains. In Vienna, magnificent buildings, museums and coffee houses shape the cityscape, while hiking trails, viewpoints and small towns await only a few hours away. Our Austria travel tips include personal travel stories and advice for city breaks and nature escapes.
Alongside the capital, regions such as the Salzkammergut and the mountains around Leogang are among the country’s most varied destinations. In summer, hiking and clear lakes take centre stage; in winter, snow completely transforms many valleys and peaks. Places such as the Krippenstein show how quickly a relaxed valley setting can give way to an impressive high-Alpine landscape.
We show you beautiful views, worthwhile places and sights that combine well for a varied trip. You will find ideas for a long weekend as well as several days spent between culture, mountains and lakes.
At a glance
Austria
Mountain scenery
Alps, valleys & panoramas
Scenic peaks and hiking regions range from easy paths to Alpine tours. The right choice depends greatly on the season and your experience.
Lakes
Salzkammergut & mountain lakes
Clear lakes framed by mountains define many regions. They are ideal for quiet days by the water, day trips and varied hikes.
Seasons
Summer and winter
Warm months suit lakes and hiking trails, while winter is made for snow and mountain towns. Cities remain interesting in every season.
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