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hiking.<br />

austria’s hiking villages<br />

The magic of walking …<br />

Travelling on foot to Austria’s hiking villages<br />

The natural landscapes in the No 1 hiking country in Europe, Austria,<br />

are breathtaking and full of variety. The Austrians themselves are a<br />

charming people and warm-hearted hosts, who, in addition to old-fashioned<br />

values and high standards of quality, have “outstanding landscapes” right<br />

on their doorsteps – the perfect hiking holiday.<br />

For 17 years Austria’s hiking villages have served the best hiking<br />

regions in the Alps, from Bregenzerwald with its architecturally charming<br />

villages to Burgenland, where easy-going hikers feel particularly at<br />

home. Each of the 50 or so hiking destinations provides a unique<br />

experience. Many of them change with the seasons, from winter<br />

sports resort to enchanting summer mountain village. Not a trace<br />

of skiing, just the cable cars to remind you, and there to make the<br />

ascent so much easier.<br />

The magic of walking in Austria’s hiking villages is a harmony of pristine<br />

natural landscapes, hiking trails characterised by excellent signposting,<br />

“Brettljause”. An excursion into the mountains is not complete without a tasty<br />

Brettljause, all sorts of cold food served on a wooden platter. This dish strengthens<br />

the legs, and makes one fit for such a long hike. A typical Austrian Brettljause has<br />

bacon and farmhouse bread, but must also include a piece of cheese and smoked<br />

stunning natural attractions, original character and the natural lie<br />

of the land.<br />

You can start making your preparations for <strong>2008</strong> as early as December,<br />

with the new hiking brochure and its touring supplement. Naturally you can<br />

also hike virtually from village to village on the Internet, as some 600 hiking<br />

tours are available online. From <strong>2008</strong> there will also be an information<br />

channel for climbing enthusiasts.<br />

If you have already set your heart on a holiday in Austria’s hiking villages,<br />

holiday packages can be identified quickly and comfortably online. Using<br />

the holiday planner, hike your way in four simple steps to a tailor-made<br />

package. Experience the magic of walking … in Austria’s hiking villages,<br />

the hiking specialists.<br />

Information.<br />

Österreichs Wanderdörfer<br />

A-9500 Villach, Unterwollaniger Strasse 53<br />

Tel. +43 (0)4242/25 75 31<br />

office@wanderdoerfer.at<br />

www.wandern-in-oesterreich.at<br />

NATIONALPARK REGION HOHE TAUERN OSTTIROL, ÖSTERREICH WERBUNG/LEHMANN H.

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