Destinations

Lake Bled is one of the most photographed places in the Alps: in its centre lies Slovenia's only natural island with the pilgrimage church of the Assumption, and high above the shore stands Bled Castle. Traditional pletna rowing boats bring visitors to the island, where 99 steps lead up to…

The Triglav, at 2,864 m, is the highest mountain in Slovenia and the national symbol; its three peaks adorn the coat of arms and the flag. It lies at the heart of Triglav National Park, the country's only national park. For many Slovenes the ascent is a rite of passage,…

The Silvretta High Alpine Road links the Montafon with the Tyrolean Paznaun and crosses the Bielerhöhe at around 2,032 m. On the pass, the Silvretta reservoir reflects the glaciated peaks of the Silvretta, among them the Piz Buin. Numerous hairpins and viewpoints make the toll road one of the finest…

The Arlberg is regarded as the cradle of alpine skiing; one of the first ski clubs was founded here in 1901. The exclusive resorts of Lech and Zürs are part of Ski Arlberg, the largest connected ski area in Austria. In summer, high-alpine trails such as the Lechweg and the…

Bregenz, the capital of Vorarlberg, lies on the eastern shore of Lake Constance at the tri-border point of Austria, Germany and Switzerland. World-famous is the lake stage of the Bregenz Festival, the largest lake stage in the world. The local mountain Pfänder offers a wide view over the lake and…

The Zell am See-Kaprun region combines the clear Zeller See with the glacier ski area on the Kitzsteinhorn and is one of the most versatile holiday regions in Austria. From swimming in the lake to the glacier at around 3,000 m is only a few kilometres. The Hohe Tauern and…

The Eisriesenwelt in the Tennengebirge near Werfen is, at around 42 km long, the largest ice cave in the world. Visitors explore the impressively ice-covered front section with carbide lamps on a guided tour. The arrival on Austria's steepest cable car and the path through the mountains are an experience…

The Krimml Waterfalls in the Hohe Tauern National Park are, at around 380 m total height, the highest waterfalls in Austria and among the highest in Europe. A well-made path leads up in serpentines past three cascades. The fine spray is considered especially good for the airways. Highlights Highest waterfalls…

The Achensee, at around 6.8 km long, is the largest lake in Tyrol and, because of its size and clear, turquoise water, is called the Tyrolean Sea. Framed by the Karwendel and Rofan ranges, it is a popular sailing, hiking and winter-sports area. The historic Achensee Railway, a steam cog…

The Stubai Glacier at the head of the Stubai valley is the largest glacier ski area in Tyrol and only about 45 minutes from Innsbruck. The Top of Tyrol viewing platform at 3,210 m offers a wide view over the Stubai Alps. In the valley the Wilde-Wasser-Weg along waterfalls is…

Founded in 2002, the Gesäuse National Park in Upper Styria protects one of Austria's wildest mountain landscapes, where the Enns cuts deep into the steep limestone walls of the Gesäuse mountains. Golden eagles, chamois and rare plants live here. White water, via ferratas and scenic trails make the park a…

Kitzbühel is one of the best-known and most fashionable ski towns in the Alps. On the Hahnenkamm the Streif is raced each year, the most famous and most feared downhill of the alpine Ski World Cup. The medieval old town with its town houses also makes the place a popular…