Austria Churches, vineyards and festivals

Considered one of the winter sports capitals of Europe, Austria has just as much to offer tourists during the summer months. With its spectacular Alpine scenery, quaint villages and historic cities, a holiday in Austria is sure to impress. The Alps truly come to life in winter where you can enjoy skiing and snowboarding at many picturesque ski villages scattered throughout the Austrian countryside. When the snow melts, there are endless hiking and walking trails through breathtaking scenery. An increasingly popular way to get around Austria is by bike. Follow a scenic river route as you make your way from charming village to city, through vineyards, past salt mines, lakes and waterfalls.

Synonymous with classical music and opera, Austria is a culture-lovers playground. With festivals celebrating the works of just about all the countries much-loved composers; you can enjoy classical concerts or opera performances year round and if you’re really lucky, a performance by one of the oldest boys choirs in the world – the Vienna Boys Choir. Think apple strudel, rolling green hills, snow-capped mountains, Spanish Riding School, string quartets and orchestras, baroque and gothic architecture, castles and vineyards, The Sound of Music plus so much more.