Austria travel guide
Mountains, myths and monsters: exploring the folklore of Austria's dramatic Hochkonig region
Adventures can be adrenalin-fuelled or intimate — after hiking, biking, sliding or caving, relax in Alpine villages, where herbalists and brewers share their elixirs.
Take the high ground: why Austria’s Zillertal valley is the ideal winter playground
After a summer that, for many of us, was spent largely indoors, winter beckons like never before. Austria’s Zillertal valley is where winter sports enthusiasts can answer that call.
Family ski: can small people tackle St Anton's legendary big slopes?
The cradle of alpine skiing, Austria’s St Anton am Arlberg proves to be a challenging yet rewarding resort for novice skiers who can keep their nerve.
Wondering where to take the family? Try winter adventures in the Austrian region of Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis
The three Austrian villages of Serfaus, Fiss and Ladis in Tyrol have positioned themselves as family specialists among the Alpine regions.
Austria’s cultural frontier
Behind this faded freeze-frame, a modern Austria waits — Linz and Graz have stepped out as European Capitals of Culture, and emerged as intriguing centres
Neighbourhood guide to Vienna
Beyond the historic centre, the Austrian capital is a world away from its grandiose image. Here, you’ll find public art, relaxed terraces, and markets to savour local flavours.
Family travel in Salzburgerland
With a wealth of family-geared activities and child-friendly hotels, Salzburgerland is a destination for the whole family
Meet the maker: the man behind Austria's finest vinegar
Since taking over his family pickle business, Erwin Gegenbauer has gone on to make vinegar that's used by some of the world's top chefs.
Family travel: A very Tyrolean welcome
With all the action on and off-piste, there's barely chance to draw breath on a visit to Fiss, a family-friendly resort in Austria's Alps
