Cottages in Austria

Do you want to spend a unique holiday in the middle of the most impressive nature in Europe? Visit the charismatic and charming Austria, located in the centre of Europe, on the mountain range of the Alps, it is a beautiful country rich in culture and the birthplace of the greatest masters of classical music such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. In Austria, you will find magnificent cottages surrounded by the most impressive nature that you can imagine as out of a fairy tale, with beautiful lakes, impressive mountains and dense forests to meet and perform outdoor activities, such as hiking, mountaineering, excursions and more. When touring the cities of Austria, you will be able to discover the incredible contrast between the urban and its magnificent natural landscapes. For winter lovers you can enjoy its incredible snowy Alps where you can snowboard, ski and contemplate the fantastic panoramic views much more. Discover its Renaissance churches, medieval fortresses and stroll through its charming picturesque villages with Romanesque and Baroque style. Austria is the perfect destination to enjoy an unforgettable holiday.

The natural settings of Austria are undoubtedly one of the most beautiful that you can find in Europe, ideal to enjoy a family holiday or to surprise your partner with a romantic getaway. You can enjoy a pleasant atmosphere in any of its beautiful cottages with all the amenities you can imagine. Enjoy the most beautiful views of the surroundings from its extensive gardens that include a barbecue and hot tub to relax. The cottages boast comfortable and spacious rooms with modern touches, beautiful king-size beds with linen included. Rest in your comfortable living room with plasma TV, free view, Wi-Fi, selection of books and to keep you warm, central heating and fireplace. Prepare the most delicious meals in the incredible kitchen with a refrigerator, oven, microwave, electric stove and all the utensils you may need. Additionally, these incredible cottages are perfectly located just meters from beautiful towns and major tourist attractions.

In Austria, you can enjoy an authentic Renaissance-style atmosphere when walking through its towns and cities. One of the cities that will take your breath away is definitely Vienna, known as the capital of Austria and one of the most elegant cities in Europe. During the Habsburg period, it was one of the most powerful cities. In addition to its beautiful medieval-style streets, its greatest attraction is undoubtedly its incredible palaces, such as the famous Schönbrunn Palace, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1996, the residence of the famous Empress Sissi. This palace is renowned for its beautiful and extensive gardens, similar to the gardens of the Palace of Versailles. This incredible palace has been considered the cultural centre of Austria since the 19th century. On your way, you can visit its charming church, tour the rooms and contemplate the paintings of the renowned painter Giambattista Pittoni.

On a family holiday in Austria, you will find endless places to visit that will leave you in awe. One of the definitely not to be missed is the fantastic Hallstatt Salt Mines. Located in the upper part of Austria, it encompasses a wide variety of interesting places to visit to suit all tastes. You can start the tour through the fantastic caves to Dachstein, where you can explore the surroundings and nature. For the little ones, you can find the Hirschalm fairy tale park and the fantastic Voclamarkt museum, dedicated to the world of children in the Walcheren Castle. Finally, visit the oldest salt mines in the world with more than 7000 years, the journey to the mines begins by taking a funicular that ascends to the mountains where you can find impressive panoramic views. Upon reaching the top you will be able to go through the tunnel that leads to the mines where you will find the oldest wooden staircase in Europe.

On the border with Germany, you will find the picturesque city of Salzburg, the birthplace of the well-known musician Mozart, one of the most important in the country and where you can visit what was his home in 1756. This beautiful city will take your breath away thanks to its amazing alpine landscapes. Take a tour of the incredible Hohensalzburg fortress on top of the Alps or through its beautiful streets in its historic centre, declared a World Heritage Site. Additionally, you will also find the Salzburg Cathedral, where Mozart was baptized and the Mirabell Palace beneath the Monschsberg Mountain with beautiful gardens. Salzburg is also known for its incredible cultural music, theatre, and opera festivals that take place every year.

On the banks of the majestic River Danube you can find the charming city of Linz, famous for its fantastic music festivals such as the Bruckner or the Klangwolke for classical music. However, the city of Linz is also known for its incredible Renaissance-style houses, one of these was where the renowned musician Mozart composed the Linz Symphony. Among other interesting buildings that you can visit on a walk through this city is the oldest church in Austria, the Martinskirche and the Linz Castle. If you like nature, you cannot miss the wonderful botanical garden with more than 10 thousand species of plants and flowers where you can enjoy a quiet and pleasant walk around.

In addition to the beautiful snowy Alps, Austria is characterized by beautiful natural landscapes that include dense forests and wonderful lakes. The city of Salzkammergut is known as the lake region of Austria you will find the most beautiful scenery that covers the entire upper part of the country and is only a few kilometres from cities such as Linz or Salzburg. In the Lake District, you will enjoy lakes, mountains, forests, caves, mines and much more. You can do endless outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, mountain biking, excursions, taking walks by the lake or discovering its charming museums.

The splendid city of Innsbruck is one of the most interesting places you can find in Austria, located in the heart of the Alps, you will discover a mixture of styles between Renaissance and modern when visiting the surroundings, such as the beautiful Ambras castle, the imperial palace, the Wilten basilica or the Ohoburg tower in contrast to contemporary architecture designed by Zaha Hadid, creator of the Bergisel ski jumping springboard or the architect Dominique Perrault, designer of the city hall gallery. Similarly, Innsbruck does not escape from having an imposing nature with incredible mountains of almost 2000 meters high, you can also find Lake Rossau, go hiking, cycling or having fun paragliding from the Karwendel Alpine Park.

On an imposing rocky crag, from where you get the best views of the Danube River, is the old Abbey of Melk, one of the must-see places in Austria. Just a few kilometres from Vienna and its structure is considered a work of baroque art. It was founded in 1089 and from there you get the best views of the Austrian valleys. On the tour inside you can find an impressive library that houses a collection of more than 8000 old books and old objects that you will love.

The beautiful city of Graz is the capital of the Styrian region, crossing the river Mur in the centre of the city. In Graz stands out the imposing Schlossberg Castle located at the top of the hill at 123 meters, built in the 12th century with a mixture of Romanesque and Gothic styles, however, of its entire structure, only the clock tower remains. Among other must-see places in Graz, you can visit its incredible Gothic cathedral and the old Landeszeughaus armoury with a collection of more than 30 thousand weapons. Finally, walk through its historic centre and marvel at the incredible architecture of its government buildings.

Due to its large area, the imposing Danube River crosses 10 countries in Europe. On this holiday in Austria, you can travel the riverbank in an entirely different and fun way, doing it by bike. You can take the tour from Passau to Vienna, where you will walk through the upper and lower part of Asturias and visit beautiful monasteries, forests, elegant vineyards, abbeys, castles, Romanesque and Baroque churches and charming picturesque towns such as Linz. The Danube bike ride is the perfect activity if you want to surprise your partner with a tour of the most romantic places in Austria.