Small Historic Towns

Night Watchman Way back in the Middle Ages, due to its strategically favourable location in the Salzburg Ennstal Valley – beside the pass road across the Radstädter Tauern…

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The “Genussregion” for Pure Enjoyment The Bad Radkersburg Region entices your palate with tasty delicacies typical of the region made from regional products and with delicious aromas tempting…

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Night Watchman Dine-around Culinary town walk to surprise destinations up to the highest spire and down into the deepest cellar.

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FREISTADT, medieval brewery town, charming shopping town, lively trade fair town, vibrant sports town, cosy culinary retreat. Freistadt invites you to explore history Freistadt invites you to be…

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Bad Ischl awakens the desire to enjoy! Whether sweet or spicy, the cuisine of the Salzkammergut offers something special for every taste. A variety of restaurants and inns…

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Steyr Moments Experience history at first hand. The Steyr night watchman dressed in old traditional costume with helebarde, horn and lantern takes you on an exclusive tour through…

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Variety, contrast and opposites characterize the “Entdeckerviertel” Region of discovery – nature’s unspoilt biodiversity in the Ibmer Moor and the focus on innovation, design and power in the…

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Christkindl City of Steyr The romantic city of Steyr at the confluence becomes a Christkindlstadt every year in Advent. The small district of Christkindl has always been the…

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Bad Ischl is a city in the middle of the unique natural landscape of the Salzkammergut, which knows how to inspire all the guests with its special charm…

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Museen – Denkmäler – SehenswürdigkeitenIn und rund um Bad Ischl gibt es eine Vielzahl an interessanten Bauwerken, Aussichtspunkten und Glücksplätzen. Kaiservilla und Kaiserpark Sehen Sie die original bewahrten…

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Viticulture The sunlit hills around Baden bordering on the Pannonian Basin are known for their exquisite grapes which are transformed into high-quality wine by winemakers with centuries of…

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In its jubilee year, Freistadt’s events calendar includes numerous highlights: for a whole month Freistadt becomes “Fraustadt” dedicating itself to women, in May Freistadt hosts a great folk…

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The quality of life in Bad Ischl was valued as early as the imperial era.

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Come and get to know our city Fürstenfeld, also known as the thermal spa capital of the area, is a city of great variety and perfect for exciting…

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Maria Dürrnberg Pilgrimage Church Located high above the saline town of Hallein (770 m), with a breathtaking view as far as the provincial capital of Salzburg and beyond,…

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Adventure, Fun & Relaxation in the Pongau Region of Salzburg – a Rendezvous with Radstadt Radstadt is worth a visit any time of the year – spend an…

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Active Holidays: Cycling, Hiking and Nature Centre Bruck an der Mur in the lush green heart of Styria offers all you need for an active holiday. The town…

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Steyr with its 38,000 inhabitants is situated in the middle of Austria’s Romantic Road between Salzburg and Vienna. The town is a veritable architectural jewel: in the historic…

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WELCOME to the vacation region Traunsee-Almtal and the small historic town of Gmunden! We are pleased to welcome you, virtually in the ceramic city also called seenswert&stilvoll. We…

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St. Laurentius Church and Gayenhofen Castle Visible from afar, the St. Laurentius Church and Gayenhofen Castle tower high above the old town of Bludenz. Together they form the…

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Arts and Crafts Market One of Austria’s most important arts and crafts markets attracts numerous handicrafts lovers to the “Old Town in the Mountains”. About 100 artisans, designers…

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Confluence of the Enns & Steyr Rivers Unique spectacle of nature in the historic old town at the foot of the baroque Lamberg Castle.

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Tracing History Strike out in a new direction. What an exciting contrast! Along the “Historic Path” urban flair meets countryside idyll. Hidden places, a labyrinth of alleyways and…

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Singing in the Mountains Music fills the air! Choirs from Italy, Germany and Austria present typical songs from their regions – get to know different musical cultures and…

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In the Mühlviertel “Schlossmuseum” in the old castle keep and spread over 9 floors, a great variety of artefacts ranging from folk art and religious objects to reverse…

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Radstadt Toboggan Run A toboggan ride makes a winter day in Radstadt complete! Whether on a sunny day or moonlit night, speedy or leisurely, with your family, loved…

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Easter in the Lavanttal Valley The Easter festivities in the Lavanttal Valley are deeply rooted in traditional Carinthian customs. The Easter week begins with the blessing of palm…

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Welcome to the sparkling lights, enticing smells and gentle sounds of pre-Christmas time in Baden. Along the Baden Advent Mile, sip our sweet punch, taste the crispy roast…

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Barmsteine Rocks Right above Hallein, the Barmsteine Rocks look back on an eventful past. Today they are not only a paradise for climbers, they also have a surprise…

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Hiking in the Weitental Valley Enjoy a magnificent hiking holiday in Bruck an der Mur. A marked hiking trail leads directly from the JUFA Nature Hotel up to…

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In Baden, taking a walk is real fun – as was well-known by our former imperial highnesses and other noble guests as they could frequently be seen strolling…

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The Custom of “Liebstatt” Sunday Literally the most heartfelt day of the year in Gmunden. Since the year 2014, the Liebstattsonntag is an intangible cultural heritage of UNESCO.…

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“Entdeckerviertel” Outing Adventure of Discovery Eight lakes, five towns, a picnic and all recreational facilities includedThe young “Entdeckerviertel” holiday region connects Bavaria and Upper Austria. There are numerous…

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The baroque city Schärding and the neighbouring German town Neuhaus came up with a perfect idea for the wintery cold season: Schärding is ablaze with colourful lights and…

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Ball Royale of the city of Baden “Rhapsody in Blue”on 20 January 2024, Congress Center Baden Spring delicaciesfrom 25 to 28 April 2024, Josefsplatz Winter season at the…

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Kalkalpen National Park South of the city of Steyr stretches the Kalkalpen National Park, which was founded 25 years ago, with a unique forest wilderness. A near-natural forest…

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A little “Kaiser” slumbers in a lot of places in Austria, but nowhere else can this special piece of Austrian history be felt more deeply than here in…

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Christmas Magic in Gmunden Far away from the Christmas hustle and bustle, the romantic city center of Gmunden on Lake Traunsee can be discovered in a contemplative way.…

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Cobbled alleys, arcades and always a view of the nearby mountains: the Alpine town of Bludenz combines nature, culture and city in a stimulating way. Shopping enthusiasts will…

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Brewing Art Fair “Water drops, the noblest elixir when mixed with malt and hops” so the folk saying goes. Immerse yourself in the manifold world of beer during…

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Around the 18th of August, Bad Ischl commemorates Emperor Franz Joseph I’s birthday

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Farmers’ Market on Saturday Every SATURDAY from 6 am – 12 noon farmers of the region offer their specialties for sale at the weekly farmers’ market in the…

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From golf over cycling and running to snowshoeing, Bad Ischl offers different opportunities to be physically active in every season of the year. The guests with wanderlust can…

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A place where emperors and kings felt at home and the great composers found their inspiration. A laid-back attitude toward life meets historic tradition!radition! Once an imperial summer…

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Big Band Festival The Big Band Workshop has become a fixed point in the cultural summer of Bad Radkersburg in recent years. The workshop is suitable for musicians…

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The way to a holidaymaker’s heart is through the stomach! No wonder – the Lavanttal cuisine offers the best of traditional Carinthian cooking using top-quality regional products. The…

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The “Braucommune” brewery union in Freistadt is the last of its kind in the whole of Europe. Here, beer is still being brewed in the age-old traditional way.…

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The story about a pioneer  From a courageous idealist to a successful organic wine grower It was in 1988 that a young Sali (AKA Wolfgang Schmallegger) began to…

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Pure Alpine Indulgence Known as the “Old Town in the Mountains” this is the perfect place to sit back and relax. Located between the Dachstein Mountain and the…

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A Castle Right in the Middle of Town From the Depths of History The Hartberg Castle was the town’s secular nucleus. The history of the castle dates back…

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Begin an exciting journey through the history of Fürstenfeld, the thermal spa capital of the region. Services included: 2 nights in a Fürstenfeld accommodation incl. breakfast Guided tour…

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The festively decorated alleyways in the old town conjure up the spirit of magical yuletides of yore. The Freistadt nativity scene path is a must-see for all nativity…

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Hartberg. Small Town with a Great History Join a cultural walk and explore historical & contemporary Hartberg. In medieval times, the gentry used to meet in Hartberg, Styria‘s…

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The Mühlviertel “MÜK Kreativ Haus” in the heart of Freistadt’s old town unites art, culinary delicacies, creativity and handicrafts under one roof! Opened in 2016 and founded on…

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Customs are an expression of tradition. A custom is a regularly recurring social act of people in fixed, strongly ritualized forms that has arisen within a community. „Glöcklerlauf“…

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Dolce Vita at the Traunsee Lake Immerse yourself in the sweet life at the intoxicating Trau(m)nsee.Enjoy a romantic castle cruise in a cozy atmosphere on a ship of…

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Paul Hofhaimer Days Art and culture are not the prerogative of large towns – for more than three decades the “Festival of Old Music and New Sounds” has…

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How It All Began… A journey through time: from the Celtic hilltop settlement on the Ringkogel Mountain to the first Styrian Cittàslow. The first settlers already arrived on…

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Grünberg Recreational Area The local recreation area and hiker’s paradise on Gmundner Hausberg offers a leisurely variant to enjoy the magnificent view over Lake Traunsee from the summit!…

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On the Move The wetlands along the Mur River around Bad Radkersburg are characteristic of our region’s natural paradise. In the immediate vicinity of the old town a…

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Late Night Shopping Stroll When the sun goes down, the day in the Bad Radkersburg Region is far from over. With the mild Southern Styrian climate, sunny summer…

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Always worth a trip! Welcome to Baden near Vienna! Once an imperial summer residence, where long before the Romans bathed in sulfur springs, today a modern spa town…

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Forest Bathing Experience nature with all your senses: explore the Mühlviertel hills and forests on foot, by bike or on horseback. Join in the new trend of forest…

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Gmunden Ceramics The World of Gmunden Ceramics The Gmundner Keramikmanufaktur is the oldest of its kind in Austria. Since 1903, the doors of Gmundner Keramik are open to…

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Traditional craftsmanship is very important in Bad Ischl. There are not only numerous craftsmen but also artists who respond individually to your wishes. On a stroll through Bad…

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Harter Blacksmiths When sparks fly, then the iron is hot enough to work with. Stirring the fire and working the iron is what Karl Harter and his son…

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Traditional spa town? Far from true! Today, the historic imperial town of Baden is an oasis of rejuvenating energy boasting a vibrant cultural life! We celebrate ‘slow living’…

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Christmas Magic in Hartberg From Friday the 22nd of November until Monday the 23rd of December 2020 Hartberg once again celebrates the traditional Hartberg Christmas Magic in its…

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Garden Culture through the Ages Since the mid-19th century, the interaction of untamed nature and cultivated gardens has played an important role in Hartberg’s townscape. The medieval town…

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The unicorn in Bludenz In Bludenz, a unicorn can be found in many places in the town, for example in the Bludenz town coat of arms, in the…

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Rossbrand Mountain The summit of the local Rossbrand Mountain is an absolute must-see for anyone visiting Radstadt with its exhilarating view of more than 150 alpine summits.From the…

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Take some time out and explore the more than 750-year-old historic town of Braunau am Inn. Who dares to venture up higher, should not miss climbing up to…

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The culture of pleasure and festivity at the heart of the thermal spa region The thermal spa capital knows how to celebrate.  The city’s remarkable year round culture…

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Cultural-historical jewels: castle houses and monuments In the year 860, the city Bruck an der Mur was first mentioned as “ad pruccum”, although the origins certainly go back…

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As the most important trade station between Venice and Vienna, the former merchant town has succeeded in preserving its Mediterranean charm inspired by the Venetian traders who visited…

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Christmas Market The Fürstenfeld Christmas market in the centre of the Hauptplatz Square is considered the largest market in the thermal and volcanic region. Here visitors and residents…

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The upper Stadtplatz Square, known as the “Silberzeile”, is lined by impressive burgher houses with baroque façades painted in the late medieval guild colours of the town. Bakers…

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Love of life in Bruck an der Mur From July to September, visitors can look forward to a particulary colorful program under the motto “hip love of life”.…

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Stroll, visit markets & stop for a leisurely meal Whether it’s dinner on the terrace of the Schlosshotel Dörflinger with a view of the city and the surrounding…

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Steyr Kripperl  One of Austria’s last stick puppet theatres still playing, listed as a UNESCO intangible cultural heritage. Furthermore it is part of the OÖ. Landesausstellung 2021.

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About four million litres of “yellow gold” bubble forth daily from 14 natural sulphur springs, fostering health and well-being. The water, with its distinctive “scent” discreetly wafting through…

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Winter Vacation in the alpine town Bludenz In the Alpine town of Bludenz, no two winter days are the same. Ten ski areas can be reached within a…

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Events in Schärding Schärding is famous for its beautiful historic sights such as the “Silberzeile” or the “Wassertor”; however, the city is also well known for being the…

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“Waldweihnacht”: Advent as in Former Times The Christmas Village on the main square of Bruck an der Mur, with its quaint wooden stalls and real Styrian Christmas trees,…

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For passionate leisure cyclists and motivated amateur athletes, the region around Braunau is a true paradise with its extensive network of cycle paths. Whether along the Salzach and…

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The Gugg Arts Centre is home to a vibrant cultural scene and offers a varied programme featuring national and international artists.

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Historic Flair & Vibrant Hospitality Our town’s most beautiful and Styria’s oldest square was built in 1147. In 1756 master builder Thomas Reiff transformed the town’s no longer…

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The Baden coffee bonbon, also called “Badener Zuckerl”, was first mentioned in 1883 in the annals of the Lower Austrian marksmen’s club that was given the honour of…

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Keen on Fürstenfeld The mixture of a sensuous southern style of life, regional diversity and a mild climate are perfect conditions to reach the heights of culinary enjoyment. …

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The town of Gmunden offers stories to touch and exciting sights. It is also the starting point of a comfortable lake cruise with the Traunsee Schifffahrt, incidentally the…

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Advent Magic Enjoy a romantic and tranquil Advent season in the Bad Radkersburg Region! The Hauptplatz Square in Bad Radkersburg, one of Austria’s Small Historic Towns, comes alive…

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Beer Brewing Traditional beer brewing is still practiced in Schärding by the Baumgartner Brewery, which looks back on centuries of experience. Founded within the town walls in 1609,…

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Bruck an der Mur: One of Austria’s Oldest Towns The historically important Styrian town beside the Mur and Mürz Rivers is surrounded by lush green mountains. The old…

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What would a vacation be without a good feast for the palate?! The variety of gastronomy in Gmunden ranges from fish restaurants to sophisticated inns, from wine taverns…

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Markets At the Easter Market on the Hauptplatz, Furstenfeld’s main square, 30 artists, manufacturers and artisans have their works on display for sale. Handicrafts Market  on the Hauptplatz Square…

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Pfeilburg Museum The Pfeilburg Museum focuses on a variety of topics: the history of the former border town of Fürstenfeld and contemporary history in the “Kruzitürken-Museum”, smoking culture…

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The Town’s Landmark: “Kornmesser” House The town’s landmark still reflects the former wealth of its burghers at the time of Maximilian I. The house is one of the…

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Clear View of the Hilly Countryside of Styria Hartberg is located at the foot of the Ringkogel Mountain. From far away the “Ringwarte” lookout platform, the town’s landmark,…

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Gmunden has many exciting events to offer, for young and old, culture lovers, music enthusiasts, etc. Especially for those interested in art and culture from all over the…

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Steyr Music Festival In the summer months of July and August, the moat of Lamberg Castle, which is populated by ibexes throughout the year, is  transformed into  a…

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All spruced up in colourful dress Schärding welcomes its visitors with open arms. Its allure and charm will entice you to stay longer – and will remain a…

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Guided city tour of Fürstenfeld Immerse yourself in the eventful history of Fürstenfeld, a former border town. Discover the unexpected and listen to some of the anecdotes our…

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Beer or cider – sometimes a real war of opinions! In the Innviertel Region both specialties have dug deep roots. It then comes as no surprise that beside…

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The Hiking Town of Wolfsberg is full of wonders. With fascinating traces of its past history, countless favourite spots and insider tips. The town has that certain “everything”:…

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Outdoor swimming pool 123,000 square metres of water fun, lots of activities and room to relax. The Fürstenfeld outdoor pool – Europe’s largest – offers plenty of room…

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Hiking Wolfsberg with its Kor and Saualpe Mountains is a veritable hiker’s paradise. Green alpine pastures, rustic mountain huts and stunning views – the ideal setting for an…

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Dumpling Festival Do you know how many kinds of dumplings exist? We certainly don’t! At the annual Dumpling Festival in Radstadt you can taste more than 20 different…

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The historic old town of Bad Radkersburg was awarded with the European gold medal for the preservation of historic monuments – its Renaissance town wall, romantic alleyways and…

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In the midst of the historic old town beats Braunau’s heart, the Palm Park – a natural oasis in the middle of the town and home to the…

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Wolfsberg Castle Wolfberg’s landmark is the magnificent building of the Wolfsberg Castle built in the neo-Gothic Tudor style. The Wolfsberg Castle was first mentioned in a document in…

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Relax day for 2 persons Relax day for 2 persons in the Parktherme Bad Radkersburg Whoever wants to actively explore the country, meet its people and enjoy regional…

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Museum in the Old Armoury The museum is located in the old “Zeughaus” armoury, built in 1588. Formerly, the building was connected to the provisions storehouse in the…

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Events in Bludenz During the summer months, a varied event program is offered in the alpine town: On 10 dates in the summer, you can enjoy the perfect…

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Advent Market Year and again, the festive Advent markets in the Bayrhamerplatz Square, Alte Saline and the Meditative Advent in the forester’s house enchant visitors and locals alike.…

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Horse Shows From April to October, numerous national and international horse shows are held.Drop by – it’s worth it!

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The Salzburg Festival in Hallein No summer without the festival. The Salzburg Festival is as much a part of Salzburg as the mountains, Mozart and the castle are.…

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From a former brewery town to a culinary meeting place for gourmets and lovers of good food! In Schärding you can really enjoy life – with great food…

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The medieval brewery town of Freistadt boasts an almost fully intact town wall. 27 inner courtyards, 7 towers, 2 gates and even a crocodile! Every Friday at 7…

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Riverside culinary delights The city and its inhabitants are truly gourmets. Businesses located directly on the Mur convince with exquisite delicacies and invite their guests to special pleasure…

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Hallein, the beauty of a town by the Salzach River, is a place of many faces and facets, a historic salt and Celtic town well worth a visit…

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Audio Guide Your smartphone as a town guide! All you have to do is download the free Hearonymus App and then set out on your own self-guided walk…

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Cycle Paths around Schärding The Danube, Inn and Tauern Cycle Paths as well as the Roman Cycle Path pass through the peaceful town of Schärding on the bank…

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The Muttersberg – local mountain of Bludenz The Muttersberg proves that nature is always close and easy to reach in the Alpine town of Bludenz. With the cable…

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