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Austria
This small, land-locked and mountainous central European country lies south of Germany, east of Switzerland and north of Italy. Whilst on its eastern frontiers, Austria is also exposed to a range of influences from countries such as the Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovenia. The capital, Vienna, a city of 1.75 million people and home of the United Nations, is located in the north-eastern corner of the country. German is the national language and the currency is the euro. The Eastern Alps extend across the western and southern portion of Austria and there are lots of impressive peaks, such as the Grossglockner, Wildspitze and Weisskugel that approach 4000 metres. Amongst Austria's Alpine regions, there are many high valleys, popular with skiers during the winter, whilst during the summer months, these same high valleys provide lots of opportunity for trekking and climbing above picturesque villages, verdant pasture and clanging cow bells. Here, too, there are well-established long-distance walking routes and these are well served by comfortable mountain refuges. If you are looking for classic Alpine hiking on relatively quiet trails, Austria is a good choice.
- Hut to hut trekking in Austria`s Zillertal Alps
- A fantastic Alpine trek on the border between Italy and Austria
- Option to climb Schonbichler Horn (3134m) & Hoher Riffler (3281m)
- The sparkling lake of Schlegeisstausee
- Clean and comfortable mountain hut accommodation
- Trek from Germany, through Austria and into Italy
- The very best of this famous long-distance hike
- Views from Rettenbach Ferner
- Visit the `Iceman` Museum in Bozen
- Pleasant and comfortable accommodation
