Austria literally means “Eastern Empire” in German. Although it has been given the title of Europe’s winter sports capital, it is an awe-inspiring country to visit even in summers. Austria offers tourists historic villages and trendy cities along with a bounty of magnificent scenery and natural beauty with the majestic Alps as the backdrop.
Vienna is known for its luxurious palaces and the mecca for Mozart lovers. However, Austria has a lot more to offer to visitors other than the marvels of Vienna, from orchards in Mostviertel to lakes in Salzkammergut and beyond. For complete relaxation, Bad Ischl, a spa town, is a must visit. For winter sports, Innsbruck, the ski capital in the Alps, is the place to be.
Food in Austria is delicious and hearty. Wiener Schnitzel, a fried and crispy veal escalope, is a dish celebrated nationwide. Hearty dumplings, meats and an extensive variety of local bread form the heart of Austrian cuisine. Austria is also well known for its desserts and pastries. Apfelstrudel is perhaps the most popular dessert in Austria, although every part of the country has its own culinary jewels to offer. Austria is also known for its excellent wines, especially white wines which can be drunk with “Spritzer”.
Mayrhofen is the perfect setting to indulge in all of your favourite winter sports, including skiing and snowboarding, all within the setting of this culturally rich and beautiful resort.
With amazing skiing, hiking and excursions, all set against a picturesque mountainous backdrop, Obergurgl is a great destination to take your holiday. Get back in touch with nature in the beautiful Obergurgl.
Located in a stunning setting in the heart of the Kitzbühel Alps, Kirchberg is an amazing destination to take your holiday, with great skiing in the winter and a whole host of activities during the summer.
For a unique and unforgettable holiday in the mountains, Solden is the ideal destination. With a plethora of activities, including amazing ski opportunities, the perfect holiday in the mountains awaits.
For an amazing holiday on the slopes, visit Hochgurgl. With a great range of ski options, as well as all of the services and facilities that you might need, the beautiful Hochgurgl is the ideal choice.
For an unforgettable holiday in a top notch ski resort, Scheffau am Wilden Kaiser is the ideal choice. With a huge range of amenities, complimented by amazing scenery and leisure options, a great holiday awaits.
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