Austrias Hidden Treasures Brochure

Austria's Hidden Treasures is a travel brochure from the Austrian National Tourist Office, inviting visitors to look beyond the obvious and discover some of the country's best kept secrets and favourite places. It celebrates summertime in Austria, where warm sunshine, dramatic Alpine peaks and a wealth of activity await.

Summertime in Austria

Visit Austria in summer and there is a good chance you will be delightfully surprised. The country is usually swathed in warm sunshine, with the mountains providing a wonderful backdrop to water sports, al fresco dining and the wonders of summertime in Europe. The Alps, which run through the heart of the country, offer spectacular mountain trails alongside cutting-edge architecture and art, making it a dream for lovers of fine cuisine, exercise and activities.

Regions and Hidden Treasures

The brochure highlights a series of destinations that reveal the quieter, more characterful side of Austria:

• Alpbachtal (Alpbach Valley) in western Austria, a sun-kissed natural amphitheatre and 'living museum' where traditional farming practices still hold sway and strict building controls preserve its good looks.
• Bodensee-Vorarlberg, combining rural idyll with urban flair, home to dozens of annual music and art festivals and the hi-tech Bregenz Festival, whose floating stage on Lake Constance has become a platform for distinguished operas.
• Zillertal valley, renowned for healthy cuisine using organic herbs, naturally reared beef and award-winning dairy products, best explored along its walking routes.
• Montafon Valley in Vorarlberg, a 25-mile stretch of tree-covered mountainsides threaded with scenic walking and mountain bike trails.
• The Tirol and its Eagle's Walk, a signposted route across mountains, meadows, valleys and villages, with a recommended start at the Kitzbüheler Alpen in St. Johann near the Wilder Kaiser mountains.
• Bregenzerwald, famous for contemporary architecture, where classic wooden buildings sit harmoniously alongside bold modern forms, as seen in the village of Hittisau.

Architecture and Fine Dining

Austria blends old and new with confidence. In Bregenzerwald, slick glass façades stand comfortably beside classic pitched roofs, and design hotels showcase the region's modern style. For food lovers, the lush pastures of the Zillertal valley deliver organic produce straight to the plate, while the Bregenz region pairs its rural setting with urban cultural flair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Austria's Hidden Treasures?

It is a travel brochure from the Austrian National Tourist Office that shares some of Austria's best kept secrets and favourite places, focusing on lesser-known regions and experiences.

When is the best time to visit according to the brochure?

The brochure focuses on summer, when Austria is usually swathed in warm sunshine, with the mountains providing a backdrop to water sports, al fresco dining and summertime activities.

Which region is recommended for getting away from it all?

The Alpbachtal (Alpbach Valley) in western Austria, a sun-kissed natural amphitheatre and 'living museum' surrounded by dramatic Alpine peaks, where life has remained largely the same for centuries.

Where can visitors enjoy organic and natural food?

The Zillertal valley in western Austria is well known for its healthy cuisine, using organic herbs, naturally reared beef and award-winning dairy products.

What is the Eagle's Walk?

The Eagle's Walk is a signposted route across the Tirol that crosses mountains, meadows, valleys and villages. The brochure recommends starting at the Kitzbüheler Alpen in St. Johann and walking along the Wilder Kaiser mountains.

Where can I see contemporary architecture in Austria?

Vorarlberg's Bregenzerwald is famous for contemporary architecture, where modern forms and design hotels punctuate classic wooden buildings, as illustrated in the village of Hittisau.

This brochure is part of the Catalink archive and may no longer be available to order. The information above describes Austrian National Tourist Office. For current details, visit the company's official website.