Austria's Most Beautiful Regions
By the water, in the mountains, amidst nature, historic charm, or urban flair.

Holidays by crystal-clear lakes or in the Alps, original, traditional, culinary or with urban flair. What are you looking for in Austria's regions?

Whatever your dream holiday looks like, Austria's regions offer a diverse mix of landscapes, character, culture, and experiences. Finding your favourite spot will be a breeze.

The Salzkammergut, Altaussee, and Traunsee are perfect for those who love both lakes and mountains. Ötztal, Stubaital, and Wilder Kaiser cater to fans of Alpine lifestyle. In South Styria, you can savour wine and nature, while the Wachau along the Danube enchants with its historic villages. Steyr impresses with its old town, and Bad Gastein blends Alpine charm with urban flair.

Regions by the water

Lakes, rivers and cultural landscapes

Bad Ischl

Charming spa town in the Salzkammergut with historical flair. Ideal for relaxing walks in the Kaiserpark and visits to the Kaiservilla.

Holidays in Bad Ischl

Altaussee

An idyllic region on Lake Altaussee. Perfect for hikes, boat trips and relaxation surrounded by mountains.

Holidays in Altaussee

Traunsee-Almtal

One of the most beautiful lakes in Austria, surrounded by impressive mountains. Hiking, swimming, magnificent views and regional fish specialties are the highlights.

Holidays at the Traunsee

Salzkammergut

The combination of a multitude of lakes, mountains and world-famous towns such as Hallstatt and Bad Ischl, both of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Holidays in the Salzkammergut

Danube Region

Discover the fascinating river landscape, impressive surrounding nature and picturesque villages.

Holidays by the Danube

Regions in the Alps

Mountains, summit experiences and activities

Alpbachtal

The Alpbachtal invites you to experience what Tirol really is all about: Discover living traditions and the region's stunning mountain and lake landscapes.

Holidays in the Alpbachtal

The Ötztal Valley

The longest side valley in Tirol is the right place for anyone looking for an impressive nature experience - at any time of the year.

Holidays in the Ötztal Valley

Stubai Valley

Sports enthusiasts, families, and nature lovers find happiness in Tirol's Stubai Valley, with its easily accessible Alpine landscapes of water, rock, and ice.

Holidays in the Stubai Valley

Zillertal

Climbing rocky cliffs, skiing on powdery slopes, and hiking to rustic mountain huts – the Zillertal offers unforgettable holiday adventures in the heart of nature.

Holidays in the Zillertal

Wilder Kaiser

Mighty peaks, lush forests and crystal-clear waters: The Tirol region is a paradise for nature lovers.

Holidays in the Kaiser mountains

Kitzbühel

World-famous ski and winter sports destination. Popular for hiking and mountain bike tours in summer. Charming old town, upscale flair for all those who love Alpine chic.

Holidays in Kitzbühel

Saalbach Hinterglemm

Mountain bike challenge and hiking paradise in summer, laid-back ski circus in winter: Saalbach Hinterglemm is a mix of breathtaking nature and outdoor activities.

Holidays in Saalbach Hinterglemm

Obertauern

Right amidst the mountains, on the slopes, or on the hiking trails: Nature lovers will instantly fall in love with Obertauern in SalzburgerLand.

Holidays in Obertauern

Regions of hills and forests

Tranquillity and authenticity

Waldviertel

Located in the north of Lower Austria, discover a land of unique Northern purity, combined with the charm of an outgoing, Southern mentality.

Holidays in the Waldviertel

Mühlviertel

A quiet, unspoilt region with rolling hills, forests and charming villages. Perfect for hiking and cycling in secluded nature.

Holidays in the Mühlviertel

Vienna Woods

UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and natural jewel, offers hiking trails, historic monasteries, charming vineyards and leisure activities. Culture meets nature!

Holidays in the Vienna Woods

Regions in cultural landscapes

Tradition, crafts and nature

Bregenzerwald

In the Bregenzerwald, sustainable construction meets a way of life in harmony with nature.

Holidays in the Bregenzerwald

Montafon

The mountain valley with its meadows, forests and rivers is an outdoor playground, a cultural hotspot and a natural habitat for rare bird species and protected moors.

Holidays in the Montafon

Alpbachtal

The Alpbachtal invites you to experience what Tirol really is all about: Discover living traditions and the region's stunning mountain and lake landscapes.

Holidays in the Alpbachtal

Regions with urban flair

Culture, diversity and nature

Villach

A lively city in Carinthia, ideal for culture and nature lovers. With its proximity to the Carinthian lakes and Alps, it's perfect for excursions and family activities.

Holidays in Villach

Steyr

One of the "Small Historic Towns" with 1000 years of history, a charming old town and a river landscape. A perfect blend of culture and nature.

Holidays in Steyr

Bad Gastein

A traditional and once fashionable spa town in the Gastein Valley, known for its thermal springs, hiking and winter sports facilities.

Holidays in Bad Gastein

Zell am See-Kaprun

A sophisticated resort on Lake Zell, surrounded by the Alps. Hiking, swimming and boating in summer, known as a ski resort in winter.

Holidays in Zell am See-Kaprun

Culinary regions

Indulgence, wine and hospitality

Southern Styria

Cycling and hiking over vineyards and along wine routes with pit stops at wine taverns.

Top highlights

South Styrian Wine Route

It's hard to get enough of this magnificent landscape with its steeply sloping vineyards and narrow, winding roads.

South Styrian Wine Route

Wachau Valley

Gentle vineyards, historic villages and wine taverns: The Wachau UNESCO World Heritage Site is considered one of the most beautiful river valleys in Europe.

Holidays in the Wachau

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