Sure, the Austrian alps are pretty well known for skiing. And so they should be: this impressive section of Europe’s mighty mountains sweeps across much of Austria from west to east, characterised by rugged granite outcrops, spectacular glaciers and summits over 3000m (9,843 feet).
But it’s not just skiing you should venture to this magical wonderland for. Find winter sports in abundance, and in the summer, plenty of opportunity for hiking, biking, and twirling round meadows à la Julie Andrews in The Sound of Music. On our list of the best places to visit in the Austrian Alps, we’ve got everything from national parks and beautiful lakes to charming old towns and winding alleyways. And yes, lots and lots of skiing too. Here are its can’t-miss spots.
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Kate Mann is a travel writer who has travelled extensively in Austria. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines and check out our latest travel guides written by local experts.