The AlpenParks online magazine

The AlpenParks Blog is your guide to vacations in Austria: Discover the best tips for hiking, skiing, family vacations, and activities in the Alps. Whether it’s Zell am See-Kaprun, Saalbach, Hochkönig, or the Salzkammergut—here you’ll find inspiration, ideas for day trips, and current highlights for summer and winter vacations in Austria’s most beautiful regions.

Live webcams in Austria: Saalbach, Zell

am See, Kaprun, Hochkönig, and more

The live webcams give you a direct view of some of Austria's most beautiful vacation destinations – from Saalbach Hinterglemm to Zell am See and Kaprun to Hochkönig, Arlberg, and Ötztal.

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Make the most of your vacation days in 2026:

More free time with fewer vacation days

The year 2026 brings many opportunities to make the most of your vacation days with clever planning and bridge days.

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Christmas gifts 2026 – Creative

gift voucher ideas

It's already worth thinking about Christmas gifts for 2026—especially if you want to give something that will truly bring joy. Read more here!

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Autumn vacation in Austria –

hiking, wellness, and chalets

When the days get shorter, the forests glow in shades of red and gold, and the air becomes clearer than in summer, a very special time begins in the Alps: fall vacation in Austria. Read more here!

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Vacation rental or hotel in Austria – which

type of accommodation is right for you?

You're planning your next vacation in Austria and wondering: Should it be a hotel with full service or a vacation rental with lots of freedom? Find out more here!

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Regional gourmet recipe:

nettle dumplings

Nettle dumplings: a regional recipe for your vacation in an apartment. A perfect recipe for anyone who loves nature, indulgence and self-catering on vacation.

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Spring in Mariapfarr - the perfect time

for a vacation in the countryside

Discover why spring in Lungau is not only beautiful, but also soothing for body and soul. Read more here!

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3 simple Austrian recipes for a

family vacation in an apartment

Discover 3 classic recipes for your family vacation in an apartment in Austria - quickly cooked in your fully equipped vacation apartment!

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New from May 2025: Guest

Mobility Ticket

With the Guest Mobility Ticket Salzburg, you can enjoy free travel on all public transport throughout the province of Salzburg from May 2025.

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Walk in the winter wonderland

of Salzburger Lungau

In the UNESCO Lungau Biosphere Reserve, everyone who wants to enjoy peace and nature will find their dreamy winter paradise. Read more here!

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Lungau “Kasmandl” - Customs and traditions

in Salzburg's Lungau region

Discover the enchanting Kasmandl customs in Salzburg's Lungau region - a living tradition full of magic and charm.

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