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Vienna Woods (Wienerwald)
Vienna Woods (Wienerwald) The Vienna Woods lie alongside the River Danube in the north of Vienna, a region of gentle forested uplands that roll northwards towards the foothills of the Austrian Alps. Originally hunting grounds for Viennese royalty, the region was forested in the 16th century, and t
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Getreidegasse
Getreidegasse Lose yourself in medieval-era Salzburg on a stroll through Getreidegasse. The atmospheric laneway is lined with upmarket boutiques and shops. Getreidegasse is as historic as it is pretty. Harking back to Roman days, the thoroughfare has always been the city’s high street, connecting
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Danube River (Donau Kanal)
Danube River (Donau Kanal) Until the late 19th century the Danube River, or Donau Kanal, was unregulated and formed a 5-mile (8 km) wide wetland which regularly flooded nearby villages around Vienna. In 1870 the river was dammed and a new river channel formed for shipping. The mighty river continu
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Historic Center of Vienna
Historic Center of Vienna Hemmed in by the famous Ringstrasse, which marks the route of the former city walls, and encompassing the majority of the capital’s top attractions, the historic center of Vienna is renowned as one of the most beautiful in Europe. Known as the First District, or Inner Cit
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St Gilgen
St Gilgen Much of the lakeland landscape around the gloriously Baroque village of St Gilgen found its way into the opening shots of The Sound of Music, the iconic movie that marks its 50th anniversary in 2015. Although the town’s outskirts have bowed to modern development, the heart of St Gilgen i
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Church of St Michael (Michaelerkirche)
Church of St Michael (Michaelerkirche) Located opposite the entrance to the Imperial Hofburg Palace, Michaelerkirche was consecrated in 1217. Although fragments of the present incarnation date back to the mid-14th century, most of it was rebuilt in 1792 in fine Baroque style, but it is still toppe
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St Stephens Cathedral (Stephansdom)
St Stephens Cathedral (Stephansdom) The St Stephens Cathedral, or Stephansdom, is the heart of Vienna both geographically and emotionally. It is a magnificent dark Gothic church, beloved and unmissable in Vienna. A church has stood on this site since the 12th century, but little remains of the ori
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Vienna Prater Park
Vienna Prater Park The Vienna Prater is both a huge outdoor area and an amusement park. Once the Emperor Maximilian IIs hunting ground in the 16th century, in 1766 Emperor Joseph II declared it open parkland for everyone. Coffee-houses and cafes sprang up and nobody seemed worried that it continue
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Hungerburgbahn
Hungerburgbahn The state-of-the-art funicular railway connecting Innsbruck with its hilly suburb of Hungerburg was opened in 2007. This futuristic cable railway is the work of British Iraqi architect Zaha Hadid, who was also responsible for the Ski Jump Stadium at Bergisel, and it provides the fir
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Mozart Gerburtshaus (Mozarts Birthplace)
Mozart Gerburtshaus (Mozarts Birthplace) Two museums in Salzburg celebrate the life of genius composer and child prodigy Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Born in the city on January 27, 1756, he grew up in two different houses before turning his back on the city in preference for the bright lights of Vien
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Third Man Museum (Dritte Mann Museum)
Third Man Museum (Dritte Mann Museum) Serving a triple role, the Third Man Museum shines a light on post-war Vienna at the start of the Cold War, looks at movie making in the 1940s and 50s, and features artifacts from the famous movie of the same name. The Third Man was a British film shot in Vien
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Dürnstein
Dürnstein Sitting on the Danube River in Lower Austria, Dürnstein is one of the most-visited villages in the Wachau Valley wine-growing region and is accessible from both Vienna and Salzburg. It’s a charming mix of medieval and Baroque architecture, with labyrinthine cobbled lanes and pastel-hued
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Maria Theresa Square
Maria Theresa Square As the sole female ruler of the Habsburg Empire and one of the most revered of Austria’s royals, it seems only fitting that Empress Maria Theresa should have a public square named in her honor. Located along the famous Ringstrasse, at the heart of historic Vienna, Maria There
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Judenplatz
Judenplatz A Jewish community existed in Vienna from medieval times, centered around Judenplatz where the city’s first synagogue was built. That was burnt down during an uprising in 1420, by which time the Jews controlled much of the city’s wealth. A second Jewish enclave grew up in Leopoldstadt i
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Schlosspark Schoenbrunn (Schonbrunn Palace Garden)
Schlosspark Schoenbrunn (Schonbrunn Palace Garden) Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna is the former summer residence of the royal family. The gardens at Schönbrunn Palace were opened to the public at the end of the 1700s and since then have been a popular recreational area, both with the Viennese populat
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House of Music (Haus der Musik)
House of Music (Haus der Musik) The House of Music, or Haus der Musik, rates among the best museums in the city. Spread over 4 floors (the 5th is a café and restaurant), it helps explain sound in an amusing and interactive way, accessible to both children and adults. The 1st floor houses the Vienn
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Naschmarkt
Naschmarkt If you’re looking to sample authentic Viennese cuisine or soak up some local culture, pay a visit to the Naschmarkt, the oldest and most beloved of Vienna’s many markets. Dating back to the 16th century, the Naschmarkt has occupied its present location since 1793, stretching for more th
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St Charless Church (Karlskirche)
St Charless Church (Karlskirche) The Church of St Charles Borromeo, or Karlskirche, is the finest baroque church in Vienna and was built between 1716 and 1739, after a vow by Karl VI at the end of the 1713 plague. It was designed and commenced by Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach and completed by
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Donauradweg (Danube Bike Path)
Donauradweg (Danube Bike Path) Running for more than 300 kilometers, the Danube Bike Path is a scenic path that follows the Danube River from Passau, Germany to Vienna, Austria. The road is both smoothly paved and wide, making it popular with cyclists of all ages and skill levels. In fact, it has
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Austrian Lake District
Austrian Lake District Affectionately known as the Austrian Lake District, Salzkammergut is one of Austrias premiere holiday destinations, featuring crystal clear lakes, picturesque hillsides, and quaint yet fantastic villages. Those travelers with a penchant for athleticism best utilize these
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