The most beautiful towns in Austria

You will hardly find another European country that receives tourists as regularly throughout the year as Austria. And it is that this country offers many of the things that tourists are looking for: a wide cultural offer, magnificent museums, concert halls, the possibility of mountain sports, important cities ... Of course, the best of Austria are the impressive landscapes that offers. And it must be borne in mind that the Alps occupy about two thirds of the country.

In order for you to get to know Austria more deeply, a few weeks ago we talked to you about the most important cities in the country and today we want to show you some of their towns most beautiful. Do you want to join us? I assure you that you will love them!

Hallstatt

The first town on our list could not be other than Hallstatt, which is considered one of the most beautiful towns in the world. And the truth is that it is not surprising, since it offers us some landscapes unique. Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997, Hallstatt offers impressive mountains with caves, lakes, extraordinary fauna and flora and important archaeological finds. Of course, what surprises the most is the beauty of its landscape, with a lake full of fish, waterfalls surrounded by legends and charming architecture with its staggered wooden houses.

Alpbach

We also want to tell you about Alpbach, known for the color that flowers bring to it decorating the balconies of wooden houses. Also, during the winter it offers a lot of opportunities for ski enthusiasts, as long as they are not expert skiers, as there may be a little dust. The village is located in the Alpachtal region of Tyrol, in what is considered the Kitzbühel Alps, and offers other activities such as sledding, skating, curling, walking ...

Traunkirchen

One of the most picturesque villages in all of Austria is Traunkirchen, located on a peninsula that rises from Lake Traunsee, in the Salzkammergut region. You will be amazed by both the center of the town, where the old monastery and the Johannesberg monument are located, and its mountainous landscape, which has served as inspiration for a lot of artists. If you have the opportunity to visit Traunkirchen, enjoy its historical buildings, its gastronomy, its great hostels, the landscape and its network of well-marked trails, where you can make incredible excursions. In addition, you can practice a lot of leisure activities: boat rentals, jogging routes, bicycle routes, fishing ...

Lienz

Located in South Tyrol, near Italy, this town seems to have come out of a story. With just over 12,000 inhabitants, it offers nature and outdoor sports both in winter and summer: skiing, trekking, hiking ... You will love its beautiful rural houses that, in addition to being super cozy and familiar, offer good service at a good price.

St. Gilgen

Finally, we want to tell you about St.Gilgen, a small town easily accessible from Salzburg (30 kilometers away). Therefore, it is an ideal escape from the city. Famous for its landscapes, it has a beautiful historic center. Of course, what it is truly known for is welcoming the boats swarming around Wolfgang Lake. You will love its cobbled streets and its polychrome houses. In addition, the figure of Mozart stands out, placed here as the birthplace of his mother and grandmother, although the musician never set foot in these lands.

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