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S LU G HEA D ER
5 EXP ER I EN CES
to connect with
NAT UR E
the majestic sites of the Grossglockner
and other natural wonders. Meanwhile,
watersports enthusiasts will want to visit
Area 47, a water adventure park set against
the stunning backdrop of Ötztal-Bahnhof.
Combining a wine trail with cycling is
another good way to see Austria. The Styrian
region, known as 'the Tuscany of Austria',
with its undulating lush green vineyards,
has the perfect climate for growing grapes.
En route, cyclists can relax in one of the
region's natural thermal water spas. Rogner
Bad Blumau, a wellness centre, offers the
hottest (100°C) and largest outdoor spa with
the highest mineral content in Styria.
INDULGE TH E SENSE S
The tourism industry has seen a steady
growth in people looking for a more
authentic holiday experience and farm
holidays in Austria are on the up.
There's the chance to spend some
family time at a farm in Hopfgarten in
the Kitzbühel Alps, or enjoy
rewarding 'work' as a couple
in Lindenhof in Scheffau am
Wilden Kaiser. There's something
special about waking up to collect eggs for
breakfast. These experiences offer guests
a unique chance to join real farmers and
locals, as they go about their daily lives,
sowing, reaping and farming animals.
GO WILD
If a tranquil stay sounds appealing, then
take a trip to the Virgental Valley, where
you can learn to forage and get creative.
Here, you can stay in one of Austria's
many 'Wanderhotels' (school of wild herbs)
and enjoy gentle hikes foraging for
herbs and flowers to create delicious meals,
make tinctures or natural remedies. Such
a simple activity is about more than just
learning. It gets us back in touch with the
seasons and the healing qualities of plants.
W ELLNE SS AT ITS HEART
Austria isn't short on sleek detox centres,
with The Lanserhof and The FX Mayr
Clinic being two of the most luxurious.
Lanserhof Innsbruck is currently
undergoing a refurbishment, so it's opened
a pop-up in nearby Kitzbühel, a quaint
town surrounded by alpine trees. Many
visitors frequently return as they find their
long-standing mystery illnesses are fixed.
Austria has some of the best wine in
the world so a stay at The Loisium Wine
and Spa, in South Styria, combines
wellness with the sensory experience
of wine. It's set among vineyards but
there are hikes through the Windischen
Buhlen, one of Austria's most important
wine regions.
Afterwards, relax in the outdoor heated
pool, glass of wine in hand, and take in
the stunning scenery. Double rooms from
150 euros per night (losium.com).
FORAGIN G
Overlook the Fisser Mountains
and learn how to produce your
own natural medicine cabinet.
Stay at Hotel Chesa Monte
from 117 euros per night.
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Herbs are said
to grow at their
finest in the
high mountains,
thousands of
metres above sea
level. For a variety
of herb based
holidays, visit
wanderhotels.com
THE GREEN RING
View the mythical lakes and
sit among the trees. Stay in
a wooden bivouac shelter
to get the full experience.
(lechzuers.com)
CYCL IN G
Enjoy gentle cycling through
some of the best vineyards in
the country, stopping off with
a picnic among vines. Visit
steiermark.com to plan.
FARM STAY
In Semriach, get up to milk
the cows and be a farmer for
a few days. Stay at Zehenthof
Farm from around 420 euros
per week (farmholidays.com).
ALPINE TR EKS
Bond with your four-legged
friend before embarking
on an adventure of gentle
pastures, perfumed meadows,
foaming waterfalls and more.
Share your Austrian
experiences #austriantime
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http://www.lechzuers.com
http://www.steiermark.com
http://www.farmholidays.com
http://www.losium.com
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