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Austria

Alpine country in the heart of Europe — birthplace of Mozart, rich coffeehouse culture, magnificent palaces, and world-renowned opera houses. Vienna is the capital, but Salzburg, Innsbruck, and Hallstatt offer a unique combination of natural beauty and historical charm.

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Good to know before your trip — Austria
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Events & Holidays — Austria
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Destinations

Regions
Alpbach

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Alpbach

5 landmarks • 3 trips

Alpbach is a small Tyrolean village frequently cited as one of the most beautiful in Austria. Its distinctive wooden houses adorned with flowers on the balconi…

Innsbruck

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Innsbruck

8 landmarks • 3 trips

Nestled in the heart of the Austrian Alps, Innsbruck seamlessly blends a rich Habsburg heritage with breathtaking mountain scenery. Once an imperial residence,…

Sölden

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Sölden

5 landmarks • 4 trips

Sölden is a picturesque alpine resort in the heart of Austria's Ötztal valley, with a history stretching back centuries as an important hub along mountain hiki…