This dramatically located Gothic and Baroque city has a gem-like medieval core and also offers some wonderful outdoor activities, like hiking, skiing and climbing.
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An Austrian icon, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born in Salzburg. Visit his house (pictured), and try to catch a Mozart-related concert or two.
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Don’t miss this picture-postcard village in the lovely Salzkammergut region.
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Indulge in mouthwatering treats in one of Vienna’s ornate coffeehouses.
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From the Kunsthistorisches to the Albertina (pictured), Vienna has one of the world’s greatest collections of art.
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A budget base for excellent skiing. At the end of the day, soak those aching muscles in one of the town’s hot water spas.
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This is by far the most magnificent of the Habsburg’s many palaces.
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Musical fans will find some of their favourite things on a Sound of Music tour of Salzburg.
Spectacularly perched on a woody bluff overlooking the Danube, Melk’s monastery is a must-see.
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Taste everything from pumpkinseed oil and homemade sausages to creamy local cheeses and Styrian apples – Graz is a foodie’s dream.
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