Austria, which is centrally located in Europe, is one of the most visited holiday countries among Dutch tourists. The relatively short distance naturally plays an important role in this, but even more important is the fact that Austria has something to offer that you have to look for in the Low Countries: a huge amount of mountains. The Alpine country attracts large numbers of winter sports enthusiasts every year, while in the summer months lovers of peace and nature flock to Austria. As an important cultural city, the capital Vienna has great appeal for people who want to make a city trip. However, there are more gems to discover, such as atmospheric Innsbruck and of course Salzburg: the city of Mozart! Austria is one of the countries that is more than worth visiting every season. Check topmbadirectory for how to get to Austria.
Austria ‘s top 10 sights
#1. Vienna
The capital of Austria is world famous for its classical music, Mozart, Beethoven and Empress Sissi. You can find a lot about this in this city. You will also find many old but also new buildings. The most special sights are Schloss Schönbrunn a palace with Sissi museum, Tiergarten Schönbrunn oldest zoo, MuseumQuartier and the Vienna State Opera. Stephen’s Cathedral is Vienna’s largest cathedral and the seat of the Archbishop of Austria. With its 107 meters in length and 34 meters in width, this can rightly be called a very large building. This cathedral is sure to impress with its architecture and splendor. Check simplyyellowpages for mass media and culture of Austria.
#2. Alps
Austria is best known as a tourist destination for the many winter sports opportunities that are available in the winter months. The country owes this to the beautiful mountain area of the Alps, which offer a beautiful variety of rolling green mountains with sometimes very rough rocky formations all the way in the south. In addition to skiing and snowboarding in winter, the rest of the year is spent walking, cycling or taking part in the many other outdoor activities in this large area. If you make a car holiday to Austria you will almost certainly encounter different mountain landscapes along the way.
#3. Schloss Schönbrunn
A visit to Schloss Schönbrunn is high on the list of most people who make a city trip to Vienna. This very large palace in Vienna has a long history and is considered Austria’s most important cultural monument. The Schloß Schönbrunn Palace was the emperor’s summer residence. It has 1441 rooms and also has a particularly beautiful garden with a zoo. A Sissi museum can also be visited in the palace.More information about Schönbrunn Palace
#4. Krimmler Wasserfälle
The highest waterfall in Europe is located in the village of Krimml in Austria. In the Hohe Tauern National Park, this 380-meter-high waterfall plunges down in three stages. It is possible to reach the top of the waterfall via a panoramic road.
#5. Der Dachstein
With a height of 2995 meters, the mountain Dachstein offers a beautiful view of the breathtaking surroundings. Throughout the year you can go up with a gondola for a fee and then enjoy the wide view of the area.
#6. Karlskirche
At the Karlsplatz in Vienna is the particularly beautiful Karlskirche. In this Roman Catholic church you can be taken to the 30 meter high dome with a glass elevator. This makes it possible to have a good look at the beautiful ceiling painting.
#7. Getreidegasse Getreidegasse
is Salzburg’s busiest, but also chic shopping street. This was once the street where wealthy, wealthy citizens such as doctors, traders and craftsmen lived. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born on January 27, 1756 in this major shopping street of Salzburg. At the beginning of the street is a house with a turret and clock. This has been the city hall of Salzburg (where Mozart was born) since 1407.
#8. Ice caves
In the town of Werfen you will find the very cool ice caves. These ice caves have an approximately 40 km long labyrinth of corridors. Due to the melting of water and the wind chasing through the tunnels, these ice tunnels with ice figures were created. For small children it is quite a climb!
#9. Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna
The Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna is very important for European painting. Not only the art is beautiful, but also the building on the Ringstraße is a feast for the eyes. The collection is mainly from the 15th to 18th century. Famous names include Titian, Canaletto, Veronese, Pieter Bruegel the Elder, Diego Velázquez, Rubens and Van Dyck.
#10. Festung Hohensalzburg
In the city of Salzburg, this beautiful castle Festung Hohensalzburg stands on top of the Festungsberg mountain. With its size, this castle is one of the largest medieval castles in Europe. There is a courtyard with the St. George’s Chapel and there are several wings.
