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

(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!

Are you looking for the most Viennese specialities that Austrian cuisine has to offer? Then head to Figlmüller, the home of schnitzel!

(6 minutes away by car)

(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.

Get to know the history of Linz at the Nordico Stadtmuseum with insights into the city’s history and various temporary exhibitions on a wide range of topics. Here you will find comprehensive collections of photography, art, archaeology and folklore.

(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.

The best way to take your first steps in big disc boots is with a guide. Explore remote places with trained mountain guides from Kufsteinerland and enjoy fascinating resting places to recharge your batteries. The guides know the area inside out and are familiar with the potential danger spots, especially in winter with avalanches and the weather conditions. Insider tips and the most beautiful places in Kufsteinerland can also be found on the guided snowshoe hikes as part of the region’s weekly winter adventure programme. The Thiersee ski school also offers guided tours in Thiersee.

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.

(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.

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.

The route is approx. 18.7 km long, elevation gain: 1,017 metres
Known as a familiarisation tour, this route leads through the villages of Thiersee and provides an insight into the nostalgic Thierseetal.

(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.

The Wellen.Spiel offers a holiday feeling directly on the Danube! 365 days a year, the gastronomic highlight in Krems spoils you with an extraordinary atmosphere. From breakfast and lunch to the finest dinner and drinks, there’s something for everyone here!

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.

With 4,948 pipes, the largest free-standing organ in the world fills the fortress town with heroic sounds. The sounds of the Heroes’ Organ can be heard far beyond the town of Kufstein. The Heroes’ Organ Concert can be heard daily at 12.00 noon in Kufstein Fortress.

(3 minutes away by car)

Whether to take away or to enjoy directly in the restaurant – at Ripperlmekka on Landstraße Linz you will find numerous rib creations as well as starters, desserts and vegetarian options!

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.

This is THE place to go for Turkish specialities in Vienna! Here you will find everything Turkish cuisine has to offer – and with delivery service too!

Ski touring together combines the tranquillity of nature with a sporting challenge, creating a unique nature experience. The opportunities for ski touring extend around the natural fortress town and the eight picturesque villages of Kufsteinerland. Choose from a wide range of difficulty levels. With the right equipment and expert instruction, even ski tour beginners will find the best conditions for an easy start in Kufsteinerland.

(10 minutes away by car)

One of the most important museums in the world – the Vienna Natural History Museum. Its earliest collections are over 250 years old. Today, 20 million artefacts are under scientific care. A magnificent palace of natural science has housed these constantly growing collections since 1889. The interplay of building, figurines and paintings, furniture and precious exhibits is largely preserved in its original state, making the museum, as a museum of museums, a cultural and historical treasure that is already exceptional today.

The route is approx. 28.3 km long, elevation gain: 542 metres
The leisurely tour to the Untere Schranne attracts visitors with wonderful views and culinary delights.

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.

(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.

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 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 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.

(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 Landhaus in Mautern offers modern Austrian cuisine in a stylish ambience. In the sophisticated country restaurant, you can expect traditional high-class table and glassware.

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!

On the “Walk of Modern Art”, you can wander through Salzburg’s historic city centre to the most beautiful places. For more than 10 years, the Salzburg Foundation collected various works by international and renowned artists to create a sculpture trail on the street. This art project takes you to hidden places where you wouldn’t expect to find art. All 14 works of art by various renowned artists are freely accessible and easily reached on foot.

Die Donauwirtinnen restaurant is just a four-minute walk from the hotel. Here you will find regional and seasonal specialities. We particularly recommend the tarte flambée, with both vegan and meat toppings.

The route is approx. 13 km long –

Are there too many cars in Vienna for you? Then the Wiental cycle path is the perfect cycle tour for you! This route also includes the entrance to the Lainzer Tiergarten, a unique nature reserve.

(right next to the hotel)

The Wiener Stadthalle is one of the largest event centres in Austria and an important cultural meeting place in Vienna. Opened in 1958, the multifunctional hall offers space for various events such as concerts, sporting events, trade fairs and shows. With a capacity of up to 16,000 visitors, it is a central venue for national and international artists and events.

The route is approx. 53.6 km long, altitude: 80 metres, duration approx. 3.5 hours
Follow the Danube cycle path along the Danube from Linz to Mauthausen and back again.

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.

The route is approx. 5.5 km long –

The Ringstrasse runs in a circle around Vienna’s historic city centre – you can start the tour wherever you like! If you start at the golden Johann Strauss Monument in the Stadtpark, you will soon see magnificent Viennese landmarks such as the State Opera, the Hofburg, the Volksgarten, the Kunsthistorische Museum and the Naturhistorische Museum, the Parliament, the City Hall, the Burgtheater and the University.

Want to embark on a culinary journey to Greece? Then come to Ja Mas! Enjoy traditional Greek delicacies in a cosy, Greek atmosphere.

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.

(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.

The Swarovski Crystal Worlds in Wattens have been attracting and enchanting visitors since they opened in 1995 to mark the company’s centenary. At this unique place of fantasy, you can experience crystal in all its facets. Whether it’s the giant, his garden and his chambers of wonder or the crystal cloud with mirror water, you’ll never cease to be amazed here.

(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.

The route is approx. 42.1 km long, altitude: 225 metres, duration approx. 3 hours
This cultural cycle tour takes you to the home of the composer Anton Bruckner.

In Angerberg/Mariastein you get a glimpse into the interior of the mountain, the only public access to the ice cave in the North Tyrolean Alps. From the main entrance at 1,520 metres above sea level, the Hundalm ice and stalactite cave is up to 45 metres below the earth’s surface. In spring, the most bizarre and fascinating ice formations can be marvelled at here.

(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.

(16 minutes away by car)

Pure enjoyment awaits you here! Enjoy without flavour enhancers or preservatives. Don’t miss out on these creative and healthy delicacies from all over the world!

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.

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.

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 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.

The Schlossmuseum Linz is Austria’s largest universal museum with an impressively extensive collection and a perfectly harmonised blend of historical and modern architecture. Here you can gain an insight into the cultural, technical and natural history of Upper Austria on more than 18,000 square metres – from the dawn of time to the 21st century.

The route is approx. 95 km long, altitude: 824 metres
The route leads in a wide arc around the popular Kaiser Mountains and the Hohe Salve.

The route is approx. 6.9 km long, altitude: 632 metres
A short excursion, perfect for beginners and occasional bikers.

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!

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

It is particularly beautiful to experience the Danube from a boat: varied landscapes, vineyards skilfully laid out with typical stone walls, wide plains and valuable art treasures on both banks of what is probably the most beautiful river valley in Europe.

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.

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.

This custom has become a sporting pleasure. Curling in the middle of the lake, surrounded by the whole forest bathed in white. On ice skating rinks or in the middle of the natural landscape of Kufsteinerland, when winter transforms the lakes into smooth sheets of ice. Several times a week, you have the opportunity to glide over the ice with a professional as part of the Kufsteinerland winter adventure programme and learn the necessary know-how for the perfect swing.

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.

(38 minutes away by car)

Schallaburg Castle is not only one of the most beautiful Renaissance castles north of the Alps, but is also known for its annually changing cultural, contemporary history and archaeological exhibitions.

The Eisriesenwelt at over 1,600 metres above sea level high above the Salzach Valley is the largest ice cave in the world: on a guided tour, you cover a distance of over one kilometre and 134 metres in altitude. Over 1,400 steps, you climb huge natural halls inside the Tennengebirge, pass through narrow passages and are repeatedly surprised by magical ice figures.

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.

(5 minutes away by car)

From delicious iced coffee to cakes, Kaffee Glockenspiel offers a wide range of options for a cosy afternoon. The comfortable outdoor area creates a great atmosphere and a pleasant ambience.

(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.

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.

Take a trip back in time and dine like a lord of the castle at the Festungswirtschaft in an exceptionally historic setting! Home-style and traditional cuisine is on offer here.

(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.

(10 – 15 minutes away by car)

Duration: approx. 1 hour

(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.

Enjoy Italy at its finest in a cosy Italian ambience! I Terroni impresses with its authenticity, wide-ranging menu of traditional Italian dishes and laid-back waiters.

The route is approx. 33.15 km long, elevation gain: 664 metres, duration approx. 2.5 hours –
Starting from the Danube promenade in Krems, this cycle tour leads via Weinzierl am Walde to the picturesque wine-growing villages of Weißenkirchen and Dürnstein and then back to Krems.

(18 minutes away by car)

In addition to its cultural significance, St Stephen’s Cathedral in Vienna is of course also a church: seven services are held every weekday and ten on Sundays. The building and cultural heritage of St Stephen’s Cathedral is the subject of numerous books, illustrated books, studies, etc. The uniqueness of this cathedral and the thousands of details that make it up make it an art-historical and architectural treasure trove. Every detail has its purpose, background and history: altars, gates, towers, pillar figures, pictures, …

(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 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.

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

(14 minutes away by car)

As the central academic library of the Republic of Austria, the Austrian National Library (ÖNB) looks back on a history rich in tradition dating back to the 14th century. It is a living bridge between the rich heritage of the past and the future-orientated demands of the modern information society.

(7 minutes on foot)

Cubus is a modern restaurant located in the Ars Electronica Centre with an impressive view of the Danube. The international cuisine emphasises fresh and seasonal ingredients. Cubus is known for its innovative dishes and varied wine list.

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.