A Viennese coffee house, white tablecloths, cozy classic-style Thonet armchairs. On the table in front of you is a chocolate-brown Sacher torte, with fruity apricot jam hidden inside. The aroma of coffee fills the air, and the atmosphere is relaxed yet elegant. Austria is a country with a refined culture, striking a balance between history and modernity. The charming play with clichés is an integral part of everyday life, starting with the rustic romance of mountain huts, continuing with the ingeniously lively sound of Mozart, and leading us to the well-known Viennese charm, that humorous and charming communication that has already stolen the hearts of many a traveler.
The water pressure catapults you into the air, several meters high. Your heart also takes a leap, but the board remains stable and you don't plunge into the cool water. On the contrary: it only takes a short time before you fly your first elegant curves, a circle and a figure eight, and it feels like weightlessness! A somersault would be the crowning glory, backward or forward, but you hesitate, needing to gather your courage. Up here above Lake Wolfgang, almost anything seems possible—so you throw yourself headfirst forward, tumble through the air, and let out a euphoric cheer: You've done it! Flyboarding is a fantastic attraction that our neighboring country offers at various lakes. The high-speed boards race through the air at up to 30 km/h and shoot up to 10 meters into the air. Austria is not only about mountain hiking, skiing, and eating dumplings, but also modern action that awakens the spirits.
Of course, you can also opt for the classic experience: hiking along steep mountain trails, enjoying the sweeping views of the valley, and resting in a secluded alpine hut. A cold beer at the summit, a hearty semolina dumpling soup, or aromatic coffee with chocolate Sachertorte. Yes, experiences in Austria can also be cozy, in a rustic atmosphere, surrounded by beautiful nature, far away from the gray of everyday life. A dip in a cool mountain lake, a nap on the shore, a convivial evening in a restaurant... And then it's back to the luxurious hotel, which is just waiting to fulfill your every desire. Soothing massages, stimulating steam baths, relaxing meditation, and invigorating fitness classes: some accommodations offer the whole package, so choose wisely! And again and again, there is the view of the mountains, whether as a backdrop behind the city or as a solo artist alone in the spotlight. This landscape is and remains fascinatingly beautiful from the first tender rays of sunshine in the morning to the red-gold evening light.
Carried by wild waves, you race across the river, with rapids giving you even more momentum. You steer powerfully with your paddles to avoid ending up on the shore: kayaking tours are one of the experiences in Austria that make action lovers sit up and take notice. On easy routes, beginners practice handling the boat under the guidance of experienced guides. Advanced paddlers, on the other hand, dive straight into the adventure after a safety briefing, prepared to get wet from head to toe. The Austrian landscape is also ideal for canyoning, the exciting sport of gorge hiking, which rarely involves anything less than jumping, sliding, and abseiling. Sometimes there are even short dives involved, and you almost always get wet—whether voluntarily or involuntarily. Things are more peaceful at the hotel pool, where heavenly tranquility often reigns. It's just right for relaxing and perhaps already thinking about the next event.
