AUSTRIAS HIDDEN TREASURES BROCHURE
AUSTRIA'S HIDDEN TREASURES
They'd like to share some of their best kept secrets...
When you visit Austria in summer, there is a good chance you'll be delightfully surprised, for this country is usually swathed in warm sunshine, the mountains providing a wonderful backdrop to water sports, al fresco dining and the wonders of summertime in Europe.
Look a little deeper and the delight continues. The Alps, which run through the heart of the country, offer spectacular mountain trails and cutting-edge architecture and art. It is a dream for lovers of fine cuisine, exercise and activities. They are happy to share some of their best kept secrets and favorite places in Austria.
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LIFE HOW IT OUGHT TO BE ...
That little red light on your BlackBerry has got a lot to answer for. While they're constantly being told about the benefits of taking the office with them, what happens when you really need to get away from it all? A good start would be to visit the Alpbachtal (Alpbach Valley) in western Austria, where, thankfully, life has remained largely the same for centuries. Surrounded by dramatic Alpine peaks, this sun-kissed natural amphitheatre is a 'living museum', where traditional farming practices still hold sway and there are strict building controls to ensure that it keeps its good looks.
HIGH TECH ON THE LAKE, AND THE "PHANTOM" OF DORNBIRN...
The region of Bodensee-Vorarlberg provides a perfect backdrop for the arts. The cities of the region combine rural idyll with urban fl air. There are dozens of annual music and art festivals, and at the hi-tech Bregenz Festival on Lake Constance, a floating stage has become a platform for some of the world's most distinguished operas.
THE NATURAL WAY OF FINE DINING...
For anyone with even the slightest interest in good organic food, not to mention a delectable palate, this place is a veritable promised land. From the lush pastures of the Zillertal valley to your plate! This region in western Austria is well known for its healthy cuisine using organic herbs, naturally reared beef and award-winning dairy products. Embark on even just one of the Zillertal's walking routes and you'll soon see why this valley is renowned for its cuisine and natural ingredients.
WHY EVERYONE CAN CHALLENGE PIZ BUIN...
Take a trip to the Montafon Valley in Vorarlberg and you may never set foot inside a gym again. For those of us who struggle with the sometimes daunting concept of indoor exercise, this outdoor playground in the south-west corner of Vorarlberg is a dream come true; a 25-mile stretch of lush, tree-covered mountain sides, where scenic walking trails and exciting mountain bike trails thread their way through greenery.
WALKING AMONGST THE EAGLES...
Austria is traditionally where east meets west, and the Tirol is where western Austria meets the sky. On a map of the Tirol, the sinuous course of the Eagle's Walk resembles a pair of wings as it crosses the province ready to lead you across mountains and meadows, and through valleys and villages, just as it has for centuries - but now along a well signposted route! They recommend to start your tour at the Kitzbüheler Alpen in St. Johann and to walk along the enchanting Wilder Kaiser mountains.
STATE-OF-THE-ART ARCHITECTURE, AND A VERY "CHEESY ROUTE"...
Vorarlberg's Bregenzerwald is famous for contemporary architecture. Throughout the region classic wooden buildings are punctuated with bold modern forms, clearly illustrated throughout the design hotels that you can stay at when visiting here. Contemporary buildings only heighten the beauty of the old. In the village of Hittisau, slick glass façades fit harmoniously alongside the classic pitched roofs of yesteryear.
CITY BREAKS WITH A TWIST...
City trips are usually packed with a tight itinerary of museum visits, fancy restaurants and ticking off the top 10 sights recommended by the guidebook. If this is not you, here are our recommendations: Salzburg presents its Baroque face dating back to Mozart's lifetime blended with modern architecture. Graz is a real paradise for foodies. Mediterranean climate, vineyards at the backdrop and a "friendly alien" await you. Innsbruck presents sightseeing along with outdoor adventure, the peaks of the Nordkette Alps are literally at the doorstep.
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