Culture & Cuisine: These are the most beautiful destinations in Austria
Discover beautiful Austria with Relais & Châteaux, from the hiking routes of Vorarlberg to the vineyards of Burgenland. And: the best gourmet spots in the country!
9 July 2021
Majestic mountains, impressive castles, vineyards and creative Gourmet cuisine - Austria has an impressive variety to offer in terms of landscape, culture and cuisine. Just a few kilometres from one place to the next, guests will find a whole new wealth of experiences. The international hotel and restaurant association Relais & Châteaux has some regions and tips for a special journey of discovery through Austria, where art and culinary delights are not neglected.
Discover the peace and healing power of the Lechtal Alps
Mail Lech Arlberg
Village 11, 6764 Lech
Tel: +43 55 83 22 06 0
postlech.com
The Lech region and the Arlberg are legendary winter sports paradises. In summer, the hiking trail network with over 350 kilometres opens up a place of peace and strength far away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, surrounded by fantastic mountain scenery. The private mountain guide of the historic "Post" inn, in the centre of Lech, shows guests the nature of the Lechtal Alps in all its facets. Special, themed hikes reveal exotic orchids, let you look into the historical heritage of the Alps through fossils, reveal the healing powers of Alpine herbs and let you trace the Lech River back to its source. The heritage of the Alpine world can also be felt in the hotel itself through the outstanding cuisine, the long family tradition and the charm of the inn, which is lovingly decorated with local antiques.
Tyrolean hospitality and tranquillity in legendary Kitzbühel
Tennerhof Gourmet & Spa de Charme Hotel
Griesenauweg 26, 6370 Kitzbühel
Tel: +43 5356 63181
tennerhof.com
Known as the most legendary sports resort in the Alps, Kitzbühel offers a wide range of activities for the whole family in summer and winter. Over 1,000 kilometres of hiking trails with fantastic panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and Tyrolean hospitality with Kaiserschmarrn or Wiener Schnitzel offered by the numerous typical mountain huts invite you to discover with all your senses. The Tennerhof, the smallest and most charming 5-star hotel in Kitzbühel, is enthroned directly on the mountainside with a view of the world-famous Streif. The former estate, dating back to 1416, is just a ten-minute walk from the centre and 300 metres from the lift station. In an elevated position, above the rooftops of Kitzbühel, the Tennerhof is an oasis of tranquillity against a fantastic mountain backdrop. With the electric bikes offered at the hotel, the most beautiful spots around Kitzbühel can be discovered independently, according to your mood. On request, the hotel will put together a route with tips and highlights.
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Between castles and vineyards on the blue Danube
Hotel Schloss Dürnstein
Dürnstein 2, 3601 Dürnstein
Tel: +43 2711 212
castle.at
In the midst of densely wooded hills, orchards, small villages, vineyards, monasteries and castles lies the blue Danube. The enchanting Wachau region is rightly a World Heritage Site. The mild, dry climate allows Austria's most famous white wines to thrive here. There is hardly a better place to enjoy it than on the most beautiful terrace on the entire Danube - the restaurant terrace of Hotel Schloss Dürnstein. The 17th century castle is the ideal place to discover the cultural and culinary heritage of the Wachau. On the hotel's private traditional boat tour, guests can take an individual trip to the Heurigen, explore the Danube beaches or enjoy a wine tasting along the route. Chef Hans Zusser complements the experience with exquisite dishes.
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Culinary and cultural delights in Vienna
The Ring Hotel
Kärntner Ring 8, 1010 Vienna
Tel: +43/1/22122
theringhotel.com
As one of the most popular and culturally impressive cities, Austria's capital shines with its historical heritage, charming traditions and culinary diversity. The Viennese have made coffee drinking a culture. Already in the 17th century, with the first coffee bean, the unique attitude to life made its way into the city and can still be felt today in the historic coffee houses. A special tip for wine lovers are the idyllic walking routes of the Grinzing district with its numerous places to stop for refreshments. The Vienna State Opera majestically presents itself as the city's trademark. Not far away lies The Ring Hotel, with its magnificent 19th-century façade and elegant modern ambience. It is located on the Ringstrasse, which encircles Vienna's enchanting Old Town. Following extensive renovation work, The Ring will reopen in fresh splendour in spring 2022. On the edge of Vienna's old town, the Restaurant Amador has numerous surprises in store. In the impressive vaulted cellar, Juan Amador, the German-Spanish chef who has been awarded three Michelin stars, has created an avant-garde gourmet restaurant.
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Pannonian experience in the land of the sun
Taubenkogel
Main street 27-33, 7081 Schützen am Gebirge
Tel: +43 2684 2297
dovecote.com
In Burgenland guests and winegrowers can look forward to over 300 days of sunshine a year. The special microclimate of the Pannonian lowlands makes this possible. Around Lake Neusiedl, a wide plain offers excellent conditions for high-quality wines of international quality. The Pannonian Plain also plays a central role in the philosophy and way of life at Taubenkobel in Schützen am Gebirge. As one of the best culinary addresses and at the same time as an art-loving hotel, the richness and distinctiveness of the Pannonian region come to the forefront here - in terms of art, craftsmanship and cuisine.
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