Excursions, hikes, short trips and all activities that take place outside the city. The few times we don’t report on Vienna, we do it here.
Just under two hours from Vienna lies a shady wooded area with deep black moor water: The Stierhübelteich in Karlstift offers cool refreshment, historical traces of Vienna’s timber rafting, and stand-up paddleboarding e...
Just under 50 minutes from Vienna stands a structure that has towered over the Wulka Valley since the 14th century. Initially, the Lords of Mattersdorf protected the area, before Prince Nikolaus Esterházy...
From August 14–16, 2026, everything at the town square in Laa an der Thaya will revolve around the famous Weinviertel crop. In addition to regional specialties, you can look forward to live music, a colorful children’s...
Are you in the mood for a magical getaway far from the hustle and bustle of the big city? The Blockheide Nature Park near Gmünd is the perfect destination for a relaxing yet exciting day trip from Vie...
Just under a 50-minute drive from Vienna, an imposing castle complex offers a well-conceived museum concept covering 40,000 years of human history. Across approximately 1,100 m² of exhibition space, scien...
Are you looking for the perfect destination for a spontaneous day trip from Vienna? When the big city gets too noisy, the small town of Hardegg in northern Lower Austria promises pure relaxation. Located...
Just 60 minutes from Vienna lies a versatile area that combines a wildlife safari and a swimming lake. The short drive to Burgenland for this family campground—which includes a petting zoo and a swimming...
Nestled in the idyllic Wachau wine-growing region lies the picturesque village of Dürnstein. Known for its historic charm, romantic alleyways, and excellent wines, the village ranks among Austria’s most b...
Anyone traveling through the gently rolling hills of the Weinviertel can spot it from afar. Perched majestically on an imposing limestone cliff are the historic ruins of Falkenstein Castle. Nestled right...
Just about a 1.5-hour drive from Vienna lies an impressive natural and cultural gem. The imposing fortress dramatically perches on a densely forested headland, surrounded by the deep-blue waters of the Do...