Think Austria is just for winter and skiing? Well, you couldn’t be more wrong! The picturesque mountains, stunning landscapes, and wonderful people don’t just disappear once the snow melts. Once the cold of winter is gone, Austria transforms into an idyllic summer paradise replete with crystal clear lakes, rolling green hills, and almost limitless possibilities for outdoor pursuits.

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This mega project will make travelling and transporting goods across two countries much easier.

The world’s longest underground railway network is under construction to ease traffic congestion between two major European nations.

The Brenner Base Tunnel, an £8 billion mega-project, spans 34 miles beneath the towering Alps, creating a vital high-speed rail link and revolutionizing

Austria Tourism, SalzburgerLand & Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn Make Winter Accessible for Everyone.

Spectacular "Ascent" by Austrian Olympic Champion Valentin Bontus under the Guidance of Ski Icon Michi Kirchgasser 

Goal of Austria Tourism and SalzburgerLand: "We Want to Make People Excited About the Austrian Winter Lifestyle" 

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What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Austria? Chances are it might be the snow-covered Alps and the postcard-perfect pistes. After all, Austria is considered the birthplace of alpine skiing – we’ve been whisking down the slopes for fun for over a century! And it’s not just that: The love for the mountains (and literally any form of getting up and down them) is famously in

Anantara Palais Hansen Vienna Hotel has started the year with confidence, as its fine dining restaurant, EDVARD, retained its Michelin star. The prestigious recognition marks a first for the talented Head Chef Paul Gamauf, who has been at the helm of EDVARD since October 2023.

Named in tribute to the original architect of the hotel, Baron Theophil Edvard von Hansen, EDVARD boasts a beautifully

On January 21, 2025, the MICHELIN Guide ceremony and the opening of the new Austrian selection for 2025 took place at Hangar-7, a gala event at which the renowned culinary guide presented his restaurant selection for the whole of Austria for the first time since 2009.

The return of the MICHELIN Guide and the ceremony were initiated and jointly organized by the Austrian National Tourist

Spring is just around the corner, but that doesn't mean the ski season is over forever. In fact, it is quite possible that the opposite is true. Just factor in the extra hours of sunshine and milder temperatures on the trails. And of course all the traditional mountain huts with large sun terraces right next to them.

Many alpine resorts in Austria have super-long seasons thanks to their

Days of heavy rain have wreaked havoc on travel services in several Central and Eastern European countries, including Poland, the Czech Republic, Austria, Romania, Slovakia, Hungary and most recently Italy.

According to FlightAware, at international airports in the region, including Warsaw Chopin Airport in Poland, Vaclav Havel Airport in the Czech Republic, Henri Coanda International

Europe is currently grappling with severe weather disasters as heavy snowfall and flooding have affected several countries. In the Alps, snow is causing significant transport problems, particularly affecting Austrian railways, which have suspended train services between Salzburg and Klagenfurt.

The Austrian government has issued a nationwide appeal for travelers to postpone their trips

Vienna once again claims to be the world's most liveable city, according to The Economist's Global Liveability Index 2024. For the third year in a row, the Austrian capital topped the list, scoring its ninth victory in the last eleven index reports. Vienna's dominance in the rankings was consistent with its perfect scores in four of the five categories assessed, although it did not achieve full

Imagine stretching your legs in an outdoor pool amidst three-thousanders, watching the sunset with a glass of bubble in your hand. Or a sauna with panoramic views of the Alps, followed by some sunbathing at the adjoint terrace. Then, there’s the restorative yoga class with your mat facing the mountain peaks, in complete silence apart from a few birds chirping in the distance. And a massage to release

A group of archaeologists from the University of Innsbruck made a revolutionary discovery during excavations of a church in southern Austria. Excavations uncovered a marble shrine containing a 1,500-year-old ivory box decorated with Christian motifs. This relic, believed to be associated with Moses receiving the Ten Commandments, is of great significance due to the rarity of sacred early Christian

Looking for some me-time, eager to try something new, or just can’t get days off the same time as your partner and friends? Solo travel is continuously on the rise in the UK, with women especially adventurous: 28 percent would consider venturing out on their own according to a recent study by Saga, compared to just 12 percent of their male counterparts. What’s more, British solo travellers are among

Sit back and relax as you glide along some of Austria's most scenic routes, leaving behind the stress of busy roads and the noise of planes overhead, all while keeping your carbon footprint to a minimum. Train travel is becoming more and more popular every year.

Luckily, Austria is a great destination for a train holiday. Austria is one of the top three countries in the world with the

With temperatures breaking records across Europe every summer in recent years, more and more holidaymakers are looking for alternative destinations to beat the heat. This new trend, coined by publications such as CN Traveler, Conde Nast Traveler or The Independent, is leading to a noticeable change in vacation planning, with travelers increasingly swapping the Southern beaches for mountains, rivers

In Austria, outdoor activities are in the DNA of the locals, or as we like to say, it is part of our way of life, our “Lebensgefühl”. Hiking is one of the most popular outdoor activities, and it's easy to see why: it doesn't require any equipment other than sturdy shoes and a few items, and you can often set off right out of the gate. And whether you're a beginner or an expert, there's always a

From Ironbike to Ironman, these are the most exciting sporting events in Austria this summer.

Austria is a sporting country all year round, so once our skis are reliable packed for next winter, we switch gears and get right back to competing in the next outdoor discipline - or watching professionals from around the world do it up close.

Summer brings some of the best The year's

Beautiful scenery and outdoor exercise go hand in hand in Austria. So it's no surprise that cycling and mountain biking are among the most popular activities in Austria during the warmer months, enjoyed by locals and visitors alike (add a nice breeze and you're in for a cool adventure at the same time!).

Hiking and delicious food? Double the fun! Culinary treks in Austria combine the best of both worlds, allowing you to get some exercise in the fresh air before enjoying a gourmet feast. Imagine admiring the mountains, lakes and flowery meadows on a leisurely stroll, then ending the adventure in a traditional Austrian hut or alpine pasture, sampling local delicacies prepared on site.

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