be explorer. be art.

(15 minutes away by car)

For over 40 years, Grafenegg Castle has been synonymous with atmospheric events in a special ambience and every year the Grafenegg Advent and the music festival, which takes place every summer, delight visitors with numerous cultural highlights.

A refreshing production. Playful artists. The unique, historical ambience of Kufstein Fortress. The Tyrolean mountains all around. A real treat for operetta lovers.

Contemporary History Museum & Stahlwelt –
Whether in the exciting Stahlwelt or the Museum of Contemporary History, Austria’s largest industrial site invites you to discover the latest technologies in steel production and explore the dark early years of voestalpine. voestalpine Stahlwelt presents an internationally unique world of experience in which everything revolves around steel. From the innovative manufacturing process to the finished product, here you can immerse yourself in the world of steel.

(10 – 15 minutes away by car)

Duration: approx. 1 hour

(12 minutes away by car)

For over 600 years, the Vienna Hofburg was not only the centre of the Habsburg Empire, but above all the main residence of the imperial family. Today, the Austrian Federal President as well as several ministers and state secretaries serve the state in the magnificent state rooms. The former imperial winter residence is also home to numerous important cultural institutions, such as the Sisi Museum.

Modern barbecue restaurant, offering the three classic dishes of beef brisket, pulled pork and ribs as well as vegetables and fish from the smoker. There’s something for everyone!

In the cosy ambience of the Landesgalerie Niederösterreich, eat a variety of dishes with products from the region – that’s Poldi Fitzka! Enjoy traditional Austrian cuisine surrounded by unique museum architecture.

(10 minutes away by car)

Vienna City Hall on Friedrich-Schmidt-Platz in Vienna’s 1st district Innere Stadt was built from 1872 to 1883 according to designs by architect Friedrich von Schmidt. It houses the offices of the Mayor of Vienna and the municipal council. The municipal councillors also meet in the function of the state parliament.

(16 minutes away by car)

Opened in 2003, the wine experience world is located in Lower Austria’s largest wine-growing community, Langenlois. For wine enthusiasts and those who want to become one!

Let yourself be seduced by the culinary delights of the Italian restaurant in Krems! While a varied lunch menu awaits you during the week, you can enjoy the finest specialities at the weekend. You’ll feel like you’re on holiday in Italy!

(10 minutes away by car)

The 36-hole-site Lengenfeld with the two courses Kamptal (par 71) and Donauland (par 72) is located close to Krems. Both courses are perfectly embedded in the terraced landscape and guarantee every golfer a unique view and an unforgettable golfing experience.

Kufstein Fortress has been a popular excursion destination for over 800 years. The panoramic railway takes you up to the fortress, where exciting guided tours and museums with interesting exhibitions await you. You can also dine like a lord of the castle in the fortress restaurant. Kufstein’s impressive landmark offers exciting and varied programmes for all ages.

(36 minutes away by car)

Melk Abbey has been the spiritual and cultural centre of the region for more than 900 years. Visitors to the abbey can look forward to excitingly designed museum rooms, magnificent halls such as the Marble Hall and library, an unforgettable view of the Danube valley from the Altane and the high baroque abbey church.

(10 – 15 minutes away by car)

TIAN takes you into a fascinating world of vegetarian and vegan dishes. Whether relaxed on Spittelberg or upscale in the city centre, you’ll be surprised how heavenly good meat-free cuisine can be!

(5 minutes’ walk away)

Krems is one of the oldest towns in Austria. Here you can encounter more than a thousand years of history at every turn – on streets and squares, in old monasteries and churches, town houses and fortified buildings.

The Brucknerhaus serves as a concert and event venue and is modelled on the famous composer Anton Bruckner. This special venue is characterised by its excellent acoustics and outstanding architecture. Numerous festivals and concerts take place here every year, as well as the annual Bruckner Festival.

A look behind the scenes at the Riedel Glass Manufactory in Kufstein! Look over the shoulders of the glassmakers as they produce glass art in the glassworks, go on a journey through the world of glass at the “SINNfonie” and experience it with your own senses. The Tyrolean glassworks offers all this and a 300 m² shop.

(1 minute on foot)

Urbanides is known for its modern cuisine and stylish atmosphere. It offers international dishes with an innovative twist and is a favourite spot for gourmets and foodies.

The Ludwig is an Austrian original and impresses with homemade burgers made from the best organic beef in crispy fresh broiche buns, served in a stylish ambience.

The route is approx. 48 km long, altitude: 658 metres
Cycle the short Kufsteinerland cycle marathon route along the Inn Valley at a leisurely pace.

The Wirtshaus Salzstadl is located directly on the banks of the Danube and offers a wonderful view of the river. Here you will not only find beef specialities, but also plenty of vegetarian dishes.

The Ars Electronica Center, the “Museum of the Future”, has been analysing and commenting on the digital revolution since 1979. This globally unique platform for art, society and technology always focuses on current developments and possible future scenarios and how they could change our lives. The Ars Electronica thus puts a wide variety of visions to the test every day and is constantly reinventing itself.

(within walking distance)

The 2STEIN next to the arte Hotel Krems is the perfect place for tasty food, friendly people and creative dishes with cult potential! Hot food is also available for night owls, plus excellent staff with authentic hospitality.

Discover the historical and urban flair of Kufstein on a city tour. Experience the idyllic villages from the carriage. Cross the snow-covered meadows to the edge of the forest. Turn night into day, pulled by horses. Pure romance. Leisurely through town, countryside and the winter landscape of the gateway to the Tyrolean Alps. The mountains of Kufsteinerland as a backdrop for a romantic sleigh ride.

Enjoy coffee and homemade pastries in the Gozzo Castle in the afternoon and then the Gozzo Experience menu in the evening, the surprise menu of a special kind!

(within walking distance)

Whether before or after a visit to the Lentos Art Museum or the Brucknerhaus, the Lentos Restaurant invites you to dine in a cosy atmosphere.

(21 minutes away by car)

Nestled in the rolling hills of the southern Waldviertel, just a few kilometres from Krems and Langenlois, garden enthusiasts and nature lovers will find plenty of inspiration for designing their own garden.

The changing weekly menus at Purlepaus will surprise you with culinary delights! Enjoy traditional dishes and seasonal specialities from the Kufstein region at the foot of the medieval fortress.

The OÖ Kulturquartier combines the Landeskulturzentrum Ursulinenhof and the Offene Kulturhaus. It also includes the Kunstsammlung Land OÖ, the Moviemento arthouse cinema and various restaurants, bars and cafés. Events and changing exhibitions, the Moviemento arthouse cinema and the gastronomy at OK Platz make the OÖ Kulturquartier a lively and inspiring meeting place for young and old.

Enjoy seasonal cuisine at OBEN on the roof of the main library – view included! Naturally, everything is made with organic and sustainably produced food from regional producers.

(8 minutes away by car)

Mariahilfer Strasse is synonymous with “strolling and shopping” in Vienna. Over 350 shops and restaurants of all kinds can be found along its 1.8 km length, inviting you to shop and linger. The largest shopping mile in Vienna has been partially pedestrianised since 2013, and the lower part of the street is a meeting zone where all road users have equal rights. The shopping street can be reached by underground line U3 at various points between Westbahnhof and Volkstheater or at the U2 MuseumsQuartier station.

Viennese specialities and enjoyable times in a traditional ambience! That’s the Old Viennese restaurant Schilling! Here you will always find seasonal dishes such as chanterelles, asparagus, porcini mushrooms or pumpkin.

Traditional tavern cuisine awaits you at Bräustüberl Kufstein! Traditional Tyrolean and Bavarian delicacies are served here. Freshly tapped beer specialities from Hofbräu München are also a must.

Following on from the Advent trail in the centre of Kufstein, the landmark of the fortress town will also be dressed up for Christmas this year. Regional handicrafts await you in the festively decorated fortress arena. The fortress restaurant will tempt you with regional delicacies.

(8 – 16 minutes away by car)

The Naschmarkt in Vienna is one of the most famous and largest markets in the city. It stretches over a length of around 1.5 kilometres and offers an impressive variety of food, spices and international specialities. The weekly market attracts both locals and tourists who want to buy fresh fruit, vegetables, fish, meat and exotic delicacies from all over the world.

A city tour with a city guide in Vienna offers a comprehensive and informative tour of Austria’s capital. With an experienced city guide, visitors get to know the most important sights, including St Stephen’s Cathedral, the Hofburg Palace, Schönbrunn Palace and the MuseumsQuartier. The city guide provides interesting background information and stories about Vienna’s historical and cultural highlights, while the tour often takes place in the comfort of a coach or on a special sightseeing vehicle. These tours are ideal for gaining an initial overview of the city and getting to know its highlights.

(6 minutes away by car)

Regional and seasonal dishes in a traditional and unique ambience await you at Fideler Affe – and have done so for 40 years right in the heart of Salzburg.

The Plangger cheese dairy produces organic hay milk and organic hay milk cheese specialities with silage-free hay milk according to traditional recipes. These are refined and stored for a year in their own special cellars. The shop sells various organic milk and cheese specialities such as fresh hay milk, sour cream butter, curd cheese, yoghurt, cream cheese, buttermilk, fruit whey, Rässkäse, mountain cheese, cream cheese, Sennkäse and blue mould cheese.

The route is approx. 17 km long –

The Danube Canal runs right through Vienna and attracts visitors with beach bars on the promenade as well as Vienna’s largest graffiti scene! The best place to start is at the artistically designed waste incineration plant in Spittelau.

Modern, international – that’s the Motto am Fluss! Meat, fish, vegetarian or vegan, there is a multi-course menu for everyone here. Dine in a pleasant atmosphere on the banks of the Danube Canal, right in the heart of Vienna.

(14 minutes away by car)

Vienna’s Votive Church is considered one of the most important neo-Gothic religious buildings in the world. The construction of the “Ringstrasse Cathedral” next to the main building of Vienna University is linked to the assassination attempt on the young Emperor Franz Joseph I on 18 February 1853 by the journeyman tailor János Libényi.

The imperial Schönbrunn Palace complex, former summer residence of the Habsburgs, with its magnificent architecture, opulent rooms, outbuildings and extensive park is one of Austria’s most important cultural monuments due to its long and eventful history. The entire listed ensemble, which includes the palace, the park with its numerous park buildings like the Gloriette, fountains and figures, as well as the zoo, the oldest in the world, was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List at the end of 1996.

The route is approx. 40.8 km long, altitude: 1,258 metres
The panoramic tour leads above the Thiersee Valley and offers a unique view of the Wilder Kaiser and Lake Thiersee as far as the Central Alps.

Probably the most beautiful beer garden in Lower Austria is located in the Wachau metropolis of Krems. This is where Austrian cosiness meets the 400-year-old Bavarian art of brewing.

Here you can enjoy Bavarian delicacies such as grilled chicken, veal sausage, pretzels, pork knuckle, Obatzda and traditional Austrian dishes. And for beer lovers, there is the legendary HB beer from Munich!

Around the natural fortress town and in the eight picturesque villages of Kufsteinerland, numerous well-prepared forest and woodland trails await tobogganists. Before heading down into the valley, the restaurants along the toboggan runs invite you to warm up and enjoy Tyrolean specialities. Toboggans can be hired at some toboggan runs.

The Belvedere Palaces were built at the beginning of the 18th century by the famous baroque architect Johann Lucas von Hildebrandt as a summer residence for Prince Eugene of Savoy (1663 – 1736). The palace ensemble, consisting of the Upper and Lower Belvedere with orangery and stables as well as an extensive garden, is one of the most beautiful Baroque buildings in Europe and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

(13 minutes away by car)

Morning work with the Lipizzans at the Spanish Riding School in Vienna is a daily training session where visitors can take a look behind the scenes. The famous white horses of the Spanish Riding School are trained in their classical lessons and exercises to maintain their elegance and perfection. These public training sessions offer a unique opportunity to experience the harmonious co-operation between rider and horse in a historic setting.

The Landestheater Linz is one of the leading cultural centres in Austria and offers a varied programme of theatre, opera, ballet and musical theatre. With its first-class performances and impressive ambience it is a cultural highlight. Enjoy unforgettable theatre evenings and be inspired by the diversity of the performing arts.

The Nikolaihof attracts guests with its marvellous ambience, cultivated hospitality and excellent cuisine! Enjoy Wachau wine in the certified organic wine bar in an enchanting atmosphere. With almost 2,000 years of history, the Nikolaihof is the oldest winery in Austria. On 22 hectares, mainly Riesling and Grüner Veltliner are cultivated according to strict biodynamic Demeter guidelines.

The Prosi Indian Restaurant offers all culinary enthusiasts the opportunity to get to know and savour North and South Indian cuisine. Right next door is the Prosi Exotic Supermarket for shopping delicacies from all over the world.

(3 minutes away by car)

The SURACE Ristorante is open from morning to night. Whether you want to start the day with breakfast, pizza and pasta for lunch or a glass of wine as an after-work drink.

(11 minutes away by car)

The baroque Benedictine monastery – also known as the “Austrian Montecassino” due to its fantastic location – impresses with its monumental imperial staircase with the famous fresco by Paul Troger, the collegiate church and the former princely and imperial rooms with temporary exhibitions.

(10 minutes away by car)

The Austrian Parliament in Vienna is the seat of the National Assembly and consists of two chambers: the National Council and the Federal Council. The imposing building, built in neoclassical style, is located on the Ringstrasse boulevard. The parliament is a centre of political decision-making and public debate in Austria. Visitors can take part in guided tours to learn more about the history and functions of the Austrian legislature and view the magnificent rooms, such as the Great Redoutensaal and the Chamber of Deputies.

(10 minutes away by car)

Fancy a change? Then Paradoxon is the place for you! Here you can experiment with ingredients and create something new in a creative and unconventional way.

(10 – 15 minutes away by car)

Schönbrunn Zoo was founded in 1752 by Emperor Franz I Stephan of Lorraine, the husband of Maria Theresa, making it the oldest zoo in the world. It is part of the Schönbrunn UNESCO World Heritage Site and has been honoured four times in a row as the best zoo in Europe. A variety of animal species from all over the world and unique breeding successes attract around 2 million visitors to the zoo every year. Visitors have the opportunity to experience numerous feedings live or take part in special guided tours, such as a night tour. The catering establishments directly in the zoo grounds cater for visitors’ physical well-being.

The Lentos Kunstmuseum not only offers works of modern and contemporary art in a special ambience, but also characterises the cityscape of Linz with its impressive architecture. On display are works of art from the 19th century, through classic modernism such as Klimt, Schiele and Kokoschka, and expressionism, to current, contemporary art positions such as VALIE EXPORT. The oversized “picture frame” that breaks through the building and provides a wonderful view of the Urfahr district and the Pöstlingberg is breathtaking.

With its 260 kilometres, the Danube cycle path is probably the most popular long-distance cycle path in Austria and also the one most worth seeing. Impressive gardens, Roman towns, castles and beautiful natural landscapes await you along Europe’s second largest river. Sunny box seats along the Danube and lovely hospitality at numerous gourmet stops make the Danube cycle path a wonderful holiday backdrop for your perfect cycling experience!

Choose from a total of 17 stages (6 in Upper Austria) and discover cultural and historical highlights along the long-distance cycle path – whether with the whole family or on an e-bike.

(36 minutes away by car)

Vienna’s most important cemetery is the final resting place for people of all religions. However, the Vienna Central Cemetery is not only a place of rest for the dead: the park landscape with its impressive flora and fauna is a place of relaxation and contemplation. Due to its many graves of honour, it is one of the most visited sights in the city of Vienna.

(5 minutes away by car)

Stadtliebe is one of the best-known restaurants in Linz. Exceptional ambience meets creative cuisine. From fish and meat to vegetarian and vegan dishes, there is something for everyone. Food & drinks meets urban soul.

Skating, in classic style, for beginners and advanced skiers. The choice of different cross-country trails in Kufsteinerland is diverse. Cross-country skiing trails are groomed in almost all eight picturesque villages in Kufsteinerland and in the natural fortress town. The cross-country ski trails with the best snow conditions are located in the higher areas of Kufsteinerland such as Bad Häring, Thiersee and Schwoich. In Schwoich, the snow-covered Stöffl trail provides perfect cross-country skiing enjoyment even when there is little snow.

(7 minutes away on foot)

A whole mile dedicated to art! The Kunstmeile Krems stretches parallel to the Danube from Kloster UND to the historic centre of Stein, right up to Galerie Göttlicher. In addition to the new Landesgalerie Niederösterreich, the Kunsthalle Krems and the Klangraum Krems Minoritenkirche, highlights such as Austria’s only caricature museum can also be found here.

From the Pöstlingberg tram, the viewing platform and the photo gallery to the zoo, the Pöstlingberg offers more than just a breathtaking view over the city and the Danube. At the top of Linz’s local mountain, you can enjoy coffee and the best Linzer Torte in Linz. You can take the Pöstlingerberg tram to the very top of the Pöstling or back down into the city from the very top.

The contemplative and traditional Advent in Rattenberg enchants young and old alike. From dusk onwards, the town is illuminated by warm candlelight. Torches and open fires also light up the streets.

There are numerous opportunities for ice skating fun in the natural fortress town and the eight picturesque villages of Kufsteinerland. On artificial ice rinks and, weather permitting, on the Hechtsee and Thiersee. Glide over frozen lakes, do pirouettes on the ice rink. There are also covered ice arenas in Ebbs and Kufstein.

The oldest Haflinger stud farm in the world, the Fohlenhof Ebbs, is located directly in extensive meadows with a view of the imposing Zahmer Kaiser. This is where the Haflinger Museum is located, revealing the origins of the Haflinger. Some of the exhibits are over a hundred years old and some exude a touch of Hollywood. Some of the saddles, which are over 200 years old, were used in the film “The Forgotten Valley”, which was shot in Tyrol.

The Landesgalerie Linz is home to contemporary and modern art and photography. Everything that the art history of Upper Austria of the 20th century has to offer takes centre stage. Around 1,000 paintings, room installations and sculptures can be marvelled at here.

Time Travel Vienna is an interactive attraction that takes visitors on a multimedia journey through the history of Vienna in around 50 minutes. With the help of 5D cinema, animated figures and impressive installations, key eras of the city are brought to life and can be experienced.

Would you like to eat like the emperor? Then this small, family-run award-winning restaurant in the centre of Krems is just right for you!

The route is approx. 8.06 km long, elevation gain: 234 metres, duration approx. 2.5 hours –
The e-bike route starts in Mautern and leads to Göttweig Benedictine Abbey.

(10 minutes away by car)

Regional and fresh, veggie and vegan – that’s the Green Garden Café! Delicious and healthy creations await you that will delight both the eye and the palate.

What could be better than dining in a 170 metre high, revolving restaurant? Vienna’s landmark, the Danube Tower, awaits you with 360° panoramic views, a viewing terrace and Austrian cuisine.

Characterful restaurant right next to the Stadthalle, offering culinary delights made from regional ingredients, embedded in historical charm.

The Kaisergebirge in the Tyrolean Alps is a nature reserve. It includes all the peaks of the Wilder Kaiser and the Zahmer Kaiser. The 102 km² nature reserve of the Kaisergebirge is now known for its special energy. This energy is particularly noticeable at five selected locations. Popular hiking routes lead through here as well as various themed tours.

The Erl Passion Play has been an integral part of the Tyrolean cultural landscape for 400 years. Every six years hundreds of villagers come together to herald in the passion play in Erl according to tradition. The venue, the Erl Passion Play House, was built especially for the passion play. Known for the distinctive scene design of the stations of the cross and modern texts, the Erl Passion Play is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The World Heritage Trail, newly opened in May 2010, is a total of 180 kilometres long and leads in 14 stages on the trail of the Wachau’s rich history and stimulating present.

(3 minutes away by car)

Guided tour of the distillery followed by a schnapps tasting,

Duration of the tour: approx. 1.5 hours

The route is approx. 17 km long, altitude: 405 metres, duration approx. 1.5 hours
The biker trail is a scenic circular tour around Hartkirchen.

The finest food and drink awaits you at Marks! Everything fresh and lovingly prepared. Enjoy meat, fish, vegetarian or vegan.

(10 – 22 minutes away by car)

The Ronacher in Vienna is a traditional theatre in the heart of the city, known for its musical and theatre performances. Originally opened in 1872 as the “Wiener Stadttheater”, it was rebuilt by Anton Ronacher after a fire in 1884 and reopened as a variety theatre. Over the decades, the Ronacher has seen various uses, including as a cinema and concert hall.

Enjoy coffee and the famous Salzburg Mozartkugeln at Café Konditorei Fürst on Mirabellplatz!

(37 minutes away by car)

Swimming, boating, cycling, skating, playing beach volleyball – or taking a break from sightseeing with a picnic: a visit to the Danube Island promises fun, action and relaxation for the whole family. The Danube Island is Vienna’s favourite local recreation area and offers numerous opportunities for entertainment over a total length of 21 km. The island can be easily reached from the city centre by underground lines U1 and U6.

(4 minutes on foot)

Tamu Sana is an African restaurant known for its East African cuisine. It offers a wide selection of traditional dishes such as meat, vegetarian and vegan dishes.

The route is approx. 520 km long, altitude: 1,897 metres
Experience the Alps on this international cycle tour from Switzerland through Tyrol to Passau, along rivers and through impressive landscapes.

Whether you are looking for a cosy place to eat in a very special ambience or just want to take a snack with you on your tour through Krems – Schmid’s has it all, burgers, craft beer and food to go!

(11 minutes away by car)

The Kunsthistorische Museum in Vienna is one of the largest and most important museums in the world. Its rich collections contain artefacts from seven millennia, from the time of Ancient Egypt to the end of the 18th century. Special emphasis is placed on Renaissance and Baroque art.

SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser Brixental is one of the largest and most modern ski areas in the world. A ski area of superlatives – 9 direct access points, 270 kilometres of perfectly groomed pistes, 19 valley runs, 83 modern cable cars and lifts. The free ski bus takes you directly from the hotel to the SkiWelt in just 15 minutes.