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Launch campaign Lebensgefühl Österreich - Subject for Austria Info Austrian National Tourist Office / Marko Mestrovic
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Launchkampagne Lebensgefühl Österreich Austrian National Tourist Office / Marko Mestrovic
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Launchkampagne Lebensgefühl Österreich - Sujet für Austria Info unter Wasser Desktop Austrian National Tourist Office / Marko Mestrovic
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Launchkampagne Lebensgefühl Österreich - Sujet für Austria Info unter Wasser Mobil Austrian National Tourist Office / Marko Mestrovic
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Feel the ease, the serenity, the love for great food and art and culture, the charming wit, the welcoming atmosphere – feel the Austrian Lebensgefühl
Discover the Entire Country
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City holidays in Vienna, Belvedere museum Austrian National Tourist Office / Marco Rossi
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Discover Austria
Explore Austria at its best with these concise itineraries. Whether it's iconic landmarks or hidden gems, culinary delights or art and culture, discover how to make the most out of your stay.
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Vienna Giant Ferris Whee WienTourismus / Paul Bauer
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City of Salzburg Tourismus Salzburg GmbH
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Goldenes Dachl in Innsbruck TVB Innsbruck / Markus Mair
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Schlossberg in Graz Graz Tourism / Harry Schiffer
Styria
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Our Hotel Reccomendations
Austria Hotel Collection
Looking for a charming family-run hotel, a luxury spa resort, or a cosy private apartment? Here is our curated list featuring great hotels in Austria's cities and on the countryside.
Find your hotel
Henriette Stadthotel Vienna / Susanne Einzenberger
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Nature, mountains and lakes, cultural treasures and thousands of moments of indulgence are the setting for a very special attitude you'll experience during a summer holiday in Austria: A light-hearted feeling, that comes to life beautifully when connecting to the locals.
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A Holiday in Austria puts a Smile on your Face
An experience, an encounter, sometimes just a moment - and the new somehow feels familiar. In Austria, this atmosphere is literally in the air: A sensation that, in nature, feels light and free, full of fun and joie de vivre. A feeling that, while connecting with the people who live here, feels genuine.
Mountains, water, energetic places, cultural treasures - that is Austria for you. As well as cooling off in a crystal-clear lake, the gratifying feeling when conquering a summit, and a snack at a mountain hut. Austria is the freedom of an open-air festival, and the cosiness of a wine tavern. All places and moments, that make it easy to clear your head, to be amazed, to feel the vitality. The spark is quickly ignited. Anyone who is a guest here becomes part of this very special attitude to life.
Experience Austria's Nature
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Launch campaign Lebensgefühl Österreich - sujet Mountain Experience Austrian National Tourist Office / Marko Mestrovic
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These Boots are made for Walking
Anyone, who experiences Austria's mountains while hiking and climbing will soon feel it, the sense of happiness - a mix of lightsomeness, freedom and connection with nature.
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Launch campaign Lebensgefühl Österreich - Master sujet Underwater Austrian National Tourist Office / Marko Mestrovic
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The Most Beautiful Swimming Lakes
Nestled in alpine landscapes, the crystal-clear lakes are famous for their drinking water quality and beauty. Enjoy the vitality and have fun.
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Lebensgefühl Austria - mountain biking Austrian National Tourist Office / Marko Mestrovic
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I want to ride my Bicycle
A challenging mountain bike climb, a leisurely ride along the Danube river, or a sightseeing tour on two wheels through a city - Austria has got you covered.
Biking in Austria
We Are Family
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Lebensgefühl Austria - children at play Austrian National Tourist Office / Marko Mestrovic
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Hiking with Children
Exploring mosses, watching butterflies, feeding goats ... Children are curious. Austria's hiking routes are just right for an unforgettable hiking day.
Hiking with kids
Moments of Cultural Pleasure
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Launch campaign Lebensgefühl Österreich - Sujet Party Night Austrian National Tourist Office / Marko Mestrovic
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Museums and Galleries
From world-famous historical paintings to the avant-garde, from magnificent imperial halls to centuries-old farmhouses: Austria's museum and gallery landscape is exciting.
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Festivals
Austria regularly attracts some of the best musicians in the world. The magical locations add a unique touch to performances.
Festivals
Embrace Austria's Guilty Pleasures
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Lebensgefühl Austria - a snack in the open air at a wine tavern Austrian National Tourist Office / Marko Mestrovic
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Wine Culture in Austria
The Austrian soul is rarely as convincing as at a wine tavern: The wine, the hearty dishes, a cosy atmosphere, and the view onto the vineyards - a 'Lebensgefühl', that opens the heart.
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Lebensgefühl Austria - a snack in the open air at a wine tavern Austrian National Tourist Office / Marko Mestrovic
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Culinary Pit-Stops in Austria
When enjoying local cuisine at Austria's alpine huts and restaurants, there is always something for the eye as well: The view of the surrounding mountains is at least as delightful as the regional alpine products.
Huts with a View
Which Summer Activity do you Fancy?
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Cycling along the Danube Austrian National Tourist Office / Peter Burgstaller
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Lebensgefühl Austria - cycling with pleasure Austrian National Tourist Office / Marko Mestrovic
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Mountain lake in Tirol Austrian National Tourist Office / Peter Burgstaller
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Trailrunning in the Zillertal Jurgen Groenwals
Zillertal Tourismus GmbH
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Discover City Life
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City holidays in Vienna, Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien (Art History Museum) Austrian National Tourist Office / Marco Rossi
Vienna
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City Breaks in Summer - Your Cultural 'Lebensgefühl'
City trips in Austrias cultural summer hit right at the heart. Because Austrias cities surprise, make curious – and sometimes even are addictive. #feelAustria
City Breaks in Austria
Discover Austria
Austria is a country rich with history, beautiful regions, imperial cities and year long activities.
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Sunset in Pertisau on Lake Achensee Achensee Tourismus
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In Harmony with Austria
When you spend your holiday in Austria, you will experience that one moment – the moment that you’ll remember for years to come, the moment you’ll return to in your head when life gets stressful.
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Lebensgefühl Austria - cycling with pleasure Austrian National Tourist Office / Marko Mestrovic
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Active in the Outdoors
It's the small moments that make us happy: The pride on our best friend's face when finally reaching the summit. Or at night, falling asleep with achy legs but a smile on our face. That's what life in the outdoors is all about.
Go explore
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Lebensgefühl Austria - on the shores of a lake Austrian National Tourist Office / Marko Mestrovic
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Wellbeing & Relaxation in Austria's Nature
Nature soothes our minds and bodies. From the healing effect of waterfalls and trees to the beauty of cultural landscapes, mountains, and waters, Austria is filled with natural gems.
Discover Austria's nature
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An atmosphere of the forest in Ebenthal Austrian National Tourist Office / Michael Stabentheiner
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Why Forest Bathing Can Make You Healthier and Happier, According to Science
Spending time in the forest has a soothing, refreshing effect on our bodies and minds. But how does it work, exactly?
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Why Spas and Thermal Baths Are So Good for Us
They strengthen our immune system or relax us through and through. Find out why spas can be a veritable fountain of youth.
Dive in
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Fairkocht in der Schtubacht Küche Fairkocht GmbH / Angela Lamprecht
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Culinary discovery trip through Austria
Austriaowes itsculinaryidentity tobothitslocation in the heart of Europe and itsremarkablehistory.Austria stands for openness to varied influences and a love forrefining existing traditionsat the highest level.
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Breakfast served on a boat (Plätte) at Lake Grundlsee Steiermark Tourismus / Tom Lamm
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9 restaurants and mountain huts with a view
The sun in your face, a view with wow effect, and on top of that fine food: from lakeside restaurants to rustic mountain huts.
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organic farm Josef Göltl Netzwerk Kulinarik / Robert Herbst (pov.at)
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Dream career: organic farmer
Out of a passion for old pig breeds: Josef Göltl decided to give up his career as a mechanic to become an organic farmer.
Visit the organic pig farm
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Belvedere Palace Austrian National Tourist Office / Christian Kremser
Belvedere
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Austrian Culture, Artists & Masterpieces
Let us dive into Austria’s arts and culture sphere and discover fascinating stories of the masters and personae that led the way.
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Hedy Lamarr, Girl On The Moon John Kobal Foundation / via Getty Images / Clarence Sinclair Bull
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Hedy Lamarr, Hollywood Goddess and Lady Bluetooth
Legendary actress Hedy Lamarr was known in Hollywood as „the most beautiful woman in the world.” Her career in film started in Vienna, her birthplace. There you can wander in the footsteps of Hedwig Kiesler, as she was known in her youth.
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Belvedere Wien / Johannes Stoll
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Gustav Klimt loved art, women and Lake Attersee
Gustav Klimt found peace and inspiration at Lake Attersee in the Salzkammergut region. Many of his floral landscape paintings were created there.
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Our Hotel Recommendations
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Vienna Wien Tourismus / Peter Rigaud
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View of the Leoganger Steinberge mountains Austrian National Tourist Office / Martin Steinthaler
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Holidays in Austria
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Insiders' Tips
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The traditional Wiener Schnitzel Austrian National Tourist Office / Wolfgang Schardt
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Top 5 Austrian Dishes You Need to Try
Austrian classics from Wiener Schnitzel to Marillenknödel - don't miss these must-eats on your stay in Austria.
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View to Schönbrunn Palace and the Gloriette Austrian National Tourist Office / Julius Silver
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Austria’s Top Sights
From Vienna’s Schönbrunn Palace to Mozart’s birthplace in Salzburg, these are the top 10 attractions you should visit in Austria.
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garden of Mirabell palace Tourismus Salzburg GmbH / Günter Breitegger
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Austria's Quirkiest City Tours
Sightseeing does not have to be all about following the guidebook in Austria's cities. Those looking for something a little bit different are sure to find out on one of these less conventional tours...
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hiking around the Green Lake in Styria, mountain lake "Grüner See" Steiermark Tourismus / Tom Lamm
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Austria’s Prettiest Places, According to Austrians
Find out about the magical places chosen by Austrians as the country’s most beautiful spots.
Where are the top spots?
Events in Austria
Austrian National Tourist Office / Marko Mestrovic
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Practical Travel Information
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The Parliament of Vienna at sunrise Austrian National Tourist Office / Peter Burgstaller
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About Austria
Find out facts and figures about Austria and meet its people and their customs.
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Vienna Airport - Exterior view Vienna Airport
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Brexit and Travelling to Austria
One thing’s for certain: You can still travel to Austria after Brexit – and we look forward to welcoming you. However, there are a few things travellers might want to consider to be on the safe side.
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View from the Grossglockner High Alpine Road Austrian National Tourist Office / Filmspektakel.at
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How to Get to and Around Austria
Find information about travelling to Austria by plane, car, train, and coach.
How to get to and around Austria
What Are You Interested In?
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Mountain lake in Tirol Austrian National Tourist Office / Peter Burgstaller
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Cycling along the Danube Austrian National Tourist Office / Peter Burgstaller
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Lebensgefühl Austria - cycling with pleasure Austrian National Tourist Office / Marko Mestrovic
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Hiking in the Grossglockner region - family with marmot Grossglockner Bergbahnen Touristik GmbH / Peter Maier
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Ruin Aggstein Austrian National Tourist Office / Popp-Hackner
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The City of Linz in Upper Austria Austrian National Tourist Office / Peter Burgstaller
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Fairkocht in der Schtubacht Küche Fairkocht GmbH / Angela Lamprecht
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Summit station Flachau Austrian National Tourist Office / Peter Burgstaller
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Austrian Cultural Stories
Austrian Culture, Artists & Masterpieces
Let us dive into Austria’s arts and culture sphere and discover fascinating stories of the masters and personae that led the way.
Learn more...
Austrian National Tourist Office / Christian Kremser
Belvedere
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From Mozart and Sisi to Hedy Lamarr – Austria's sons and daughters have left their mark across music, art, science, politics, and sport. Find out which famous personalities originate from or lived in Austria and follow in their footsteps.
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Internationale Stiftung Mozarteum
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Practical Travel Information
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The Parliament of Vienna at sunrise Austrian National Tourist Office / Peter Burgstaller
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About Austria
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View from the Grossglockner High Alpine Road Austrian National Tourist Office / Filmspektakel.at
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How to Get to and Around Austria
Find information about travelling to Austria by plane, car, train, and coach.
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Vienna Airport - Exterior view Vienna Airport
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Passport & Visa for Austria
Learn what documents you need and how to apply for a Visa to Austria.
Visa for Austria
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Guided walking tour through Vienna Vienna PASS / Bernhard Luck
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Vienna PASS: Your personal Key to the City
Enjoy free entry to more than 70 museums, unlimited use of Vienna's yellow hop-on hop-off buses and priority access to popular sights with your Vienna PASS.
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Travel Experiences Designed by Experts
Hand-selected travel programs designed by travel experts that will guide you to your perfect Austrian vacation.
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Enjoy Austrian hospitality and multi-awarded service already on board, with Austrian Airlines from 130 cities around the world direct to Vienna and other Austrian cities.
Austrian Airlines
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Explore Austria By Train
Travelling through Austria by train is reliable, comfortable, and convenient. Relax, sit back, and enjoy your vacation, the Austrian Railways takes you to Austria’s most beautiful places.
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Have a Taste of Austria
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Wiener Schnitzel, Plachutta Restaurant Oew Tokyo
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Favourite Austrian Recipes
Craving a taste of Austria? Why not don your apron and recreate your favourite regional specialities at home? Here is a list of some of Austria's most delicious all-time classics.
Taste the Yummm!