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Nassfeld in Summer - Top 5 Attractions

September 27th, 2023

Nassfeld (Naßfeld) - the popular ski resort in winter - is also worth paying attention to in the summer. The region in Carinthia is crisscrossed by approximately 1000 km of hiking trails that lead through alpine peaks, lakes, valleys, and pastures. It is a real tourist paradise in one of Austria's most popular provinces. In addition to its 110 km ski resort, Nassfeld specializes in families and couples in the summer. There are many returning tourists thanks to its bathing lakes and child-friend

Wachau - Cities, walks, events

June 17th, 2023

Wachau is a well-known region between Melk and Krems in Austria, along the Danube. It is famous for its stunning natural scenery, picturesque vineyards, charming villages and historical attractions. The valley has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000 and is a popular tourist destination. The territory is famous for producing high-quality white wines, especially Grüner Veltliner and Riesling. It is home to medieval castles, monasteries and the magnificent Melk Abbey. And if you get tired

Galitzenklamm 2023 - Opening hours, parking ...

April 24th, 2023

Just a few minutes from Lienz, in Osttirol (East Tyrol), you will find the majestic Galitzenklamm Gorge and a leisure centre built around it. The Galitzenbach formed the gorge, but the Via Ferrata system is the main attraction here. It is located between huge rock walls featuring a fabulous sight so climbers can enjoy routes at all levels. There is also a water park with a maze, a forest zipline trail, and a rock climbing area. The gorge is a great destination for families, friends and couples

Grindelwald, Switzerland - Top 9 things to do

April 3rd, 2023

This time we're looking at the settlement of Grindelwald, after which the valley of the same name was named. You are in Switzerland, between the peaks of the Alps, at an altitude of 1034 meters above sea level. Many attractions of the tourist region of the Bernese Oberland can be found here. You can discover such top-listed places as the First Cliff Walk lookout or the Gletscherschlucht gorge. Grindelwald's name was already known among hikers, skiers and mountain climbers before the Harry Potte

Lauterbrunnen - Top 8 waterfalls, towns, maps ...

March 27th, 2023

Lauterbrunnen is one of the most photographed spots in Switzerland, perhaps even in the Alps. The most famous point of the valley, considered one of the most beautiful and peaceful places in Europe, is the settlement of the same name, which owes its fame to the giant Staubbachfall waterfall. In our current article, we will look at what attractions Lauterbrunnen offers. Many people know the neighbouring Grindelwald from the Harry Potter books. Still, few know that Tolkien modelled the world of t

Seealpsee, Switzerland

March 22nd, 2023

With an area of 13.6 hectares, the picturesque Seealpsee is one of the most photographed lakes in Switzerland. Find the lake at an altitude of 1,143 meters, surrounded with enormous mountains of the Alps. There are more than 1000 km of hiking trails in the vicinity. From the nearby Ebenalp, you can reach popular attractions, such as Wildkirchli and the Santis mountain. 💡Tip: the lake can be reached in 2 hours with a hike of easy difficulty. Many people come here to relax and have a picnic - sp

Erzberg mine 2023 - Opening hours, prices ...

February 28th, 2023

At first glance, the sight of the Austrian Erzberg mine is reminiscent of Machu Picchu. It is a popular tourist attraction where you can learn more about mining. The mine still operates today, producing approximately 2,153,000 tons of iron annually. It is one of the largest and most modern mines in Europe. Nowadays, 230 people work for the company operating here. The Erzberg Rodeo enduro competitions are held here annually. Map - Where is Erzberg mine located? The mine is located in Styria,

Lago del Predil Lake - Swimming, formation, details ...

February 16th, 2023

Next to the Italian-Slovenian border, to the west of the Predil pass, lies one of the most beautiful lakes of the Julian Alps, Lake Predil (Lago del Predil). The fabulously coloured lake is a popular destination among hikers visiting the area and with families, as it is possible to swim and go boating in the lake. Since the lake is close to the Slovenian and the Austrian border, it has several well-known names. Raibler See in German and Rabeljsko jezero in Slovenian. These were named after the

Vorarlberg Top 30 Attractions and Things to see

February 15th, 2023

Vorarlberg is the westernmost province of Austria. The fabulous countryside has a total of 2,600 km² area. You will find an extraordinary number of mountains and lakes - and a ski resort here in winter. The range is recommended for those who like hiking, climbing and exploring. The province is less well-known and visited as Styria or Salzburg; however, many consider it the most beautiful province. The province of Vorarlberg is the icing on the Austrian cake. It is a new scene of the Alpine life

Grüner See 2023 - Parking, hiking trail, season

January 11th, 2023

The Grüner See (Green Lake, or Green Sea) in Styria has been declared the most beautiful place in Austria. It got its fame due to its beautiful greenish colour. The exoticism of the "moving" lake is that by autumn, most of the lake dries up, and its proud size disappears. In its place, the field remains with a small lake in the middle with benches and trees already known from photos. The lake does not fully regain its shape until the next spring snowmelt, when it is once again adorned in its fu

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