Eisriesenwelt, the world’s largest ice cave system near Werfen is winding 42-kilometers long in the depth of the Tennengebirge Mountains, and its dark entrance is looking down onto the River Salzach from a height of almost 1,700 meters.
The open-air heritage museum at Stubing ranks among the top ten largest and most impressive museums of its kind in Europe.
Saint Wolfgang erected the first church at the shore of the Wolfgangsee after he withdrew to the nearby Mondsee Abbey in 976.
St Gilgent is a must for all nature lovers. The first scenes of “The Sound Of Music” were filmed here.
One of the most beautiful cities in Europe is the city of Salzburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site at the northern foot of the Alps.
The Melk Abbey has been a religious and cultural center for more than 900 years. It is one of the most significant Baroque buildings in Austria. The Abbey is towering over the town on top of a 60-meter hill.
Mauthausen was the last concentration camp liberated by American soldiers in May 1945. From 1938 until its liberation, approximately 200,000 people were detained here, and about half of them were murdered.
The ancient Roman name of the riverside settlement, Lentia, means ‘natural change’, and Linz, the European Capital of Culture in 2015, did just that.
The Kreuzenstein Castle, one of Austria’s most beautiful romantic castles is located to the north of Vienna, and is dominating the landscape from a hill over the valley of the Danube.
The Augustine Monastery of Closterneuburg is one of Austria’s most important cultural and intellectual centers. The art treasures held here are world famous, especially a 12th-century altar from Verdun.
Innsbruck, the capital of the Province of Tyrol, is located on the banks of the Inn River, and it was named after it, its name meaning “Inn Bridge”. Where experiences and the mountains meet.
The picturesque Hohenwerfen Castle, looking down at the valley of Salzach from a huge and steep cliff, and having as a majestic background the massive ranges of Tennengebirge, is one of the most popular castles in Austria.
Hallstatt is one of the most beautiful and most romantic towns in Austria, and its tiny main square is considered to be one of the finest, and duly so. Hallstatt and Dachstein-Salzkammergut are included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Austria's second largest city, Graz lies on the River Mur and has long been a popular stopover for tourists. Highlights include exploring its many historical buildings, particularly in the Old Town with its numerous Baroque façades.
Forchtenstein Castle is one of the symbols of Burgenland. The castle, built on a high dolomite rock in the eastern stretch of the Rozalia Mountains is drawing the eye from afar.
The medieval castle ruins towering over the small old town of Dürnstein, the most beautiful town of Wachau, is perhaps the most famous fortress of Austria.
With its city center packed with its grandiose monuments of an authentic Central-European atmosphere, its elegant palaces, unparalleled churches, world-famous museums, diverse cultural life and excellent shopping facilities and its delicious gastronomy.
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Laxenburg Castle, located just 15 km south of Vienna, is one of Austria’s most remarkable castles. There are three castles in the huge, 280-hectare area…
The romantic castle settled on a narrow rock ridge can be seen from afar. The building originates from the 12th century, but its final form was reached…
Rovinj, a charming coastal town on Croatia’s Istrian Peninsula, is known for its colorful old town, narrow cobbled streets, and stunning seaside views.
Osijek is a city in eastern Croatia, situated on the Drava River. It is the largest city in the Slavonia region and an important cultural and economic center.
This charming and picturesque baroque city is one of Croatia’s best kept secrets – this gem is still unspoiled by mass tourism.
Trsteno is a small seaside settlement situated 20 km north of Dubrovnik, and it is famous for its arboretum and natural beauties.
The old town is situated on a small island near the mainland and Trogir and the surrounding areas have many archaeological, religious and natural sights.
The Diocletian Palace and the Old Town of Split have been listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1979.
Sibenik, founded in 1066, is famous for its Cathedral of St James, located in the city center.
The Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia’s most popular tourist attraction, a definite must-see in Croatia.
The top attractions of the Krka National Park are the magnificent waterfalls, including the famous Skradinski Buk falls which are one of Croatia’s most famous sights.
Karlovac was founded by the Austrians in 1579, and the historic center was constructed in the shape of a star to ensure stronger defense against Ottoman Empire.
Dubrovnik was founded in the 7th century and has been ruled through the centuries by the Venetians and the Hungarians, each of which have left their mark.
The capital of Croatia has a reach history, from the Roman times to the present day. Zagreb is also called a city of museums as there are more museums per square foot than in any other city in the world.
Olomouc has a stunning historic center filled with cobblestone squares, Baroque fountains, and the impressive Holy Trinity Column, a UNESCO World Heritage monument that towers over the Upper Square.
Ostrava is known for Dolní Vítkovice, a huge former steelworks now turned into museums and concert venues.
Hluboká Castle, located in Hluboká nad Vltavou, Czech Republic, is renowned for its fairy-tale appearance and rich history.
Konopiště Castle, located in the Czech Republic, is a stunning medieval fortress surrounded by lush forests and serene landscapes.
The memorial consists of a large sculpture of a crane, which symbolizes peace and reconciliation.
The Zbrašov Aragonite Caves are located near the town of Hranice in the Czech Republic and are one of the country's most unique natural wonders.
It was originally a military fortress built by the Austro-Hungarian Empire, but during World War II, it was used by the Nazis as a concentration camp and ghetto.
The fourth largest city in the Czech Republic is inherently linked with the world famous bottom-fermented pale lager beer, which became the prototype for all other pale beers and which also bears the name Pilsner Urquell after the city of Plzeň.
One of the most beautiful of the Moravian castles has been hiding deep in the forests of the Bohemian-Moravian Highlands for almost eight centuries now.
Karlovy Vary (also known as Carlsbad) is a charming spa town. Legend has it that Charles IV discovered the spring while out hunting with his dogs and founded the town, hence the name.
Fairytale city Cesky Krumlov is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, and is located in the South Bohemian Region.
Ceské Budejovice is a beautiful historic town having acquired its magnificent building and wealth as a free royal city with its magnificent buildings and riches.
Only a few cities have this kind of atmosphere and history, such great art and masterpieces of architecture.
The Lednice-Valtice complex could be called the Versailles of Moravia. Lednice Castle was built for the Liechtenstein dynasty, and a tour of the interior showcasing the family’s history.
You could hardly find a town with a more beautiful setting than Mikulov. The historical town of Mikulov is in South Moravia, only a few kilometers away from Brno near the border of the Czech Republic and Austria.
Sonberk produces original, unique wines from its own vineyard, grown on the ancient unique “Sonberk” vineyard near Mikulov and Pálava.
The Moravian capital. Brno is the capital of Moravia, the second largest city in the Czech Republic, ideally located.
Discover the beautiful bone chapel of Kutna Hora on a day tour from Prague. See one of the most popular destinations about 1-hour outside Prague, and continue your excursion with a tour of the medieval town
The castle, built before 1241, is connected with the old Czech noble family of Strnberk, which has a gold- six-pointed star on its coat-of-arms.
Dresden, the capital city of the Saxony region in Germany, is known for its stunning blend of historic architecture and cultural landmarks.
Schloss Schleissheim, the Schleissheim Palace includes three separate palaces within in a large baroque park, located in the village of Oberschleißheim, on the outskirts of Munich, Bavaria.
The entire city center is renowned for its historical charm and is fully pedestrianized, making it easy to get around and admire the breathtaking architecture, cozy cafes, restaurants, and the stores that cater to every taste.
The City of Three Rivers. Passau – having been emerged as the unique gift of the rivers Danube, Inn and Ilz
The castle is located in Southern Germany, in Bavaria, and its construction was commissioned by Ludwig II of Bavaria to turn into reality his childhood dream.
A 100-year old mechanical clock in the highest tower of the Main Square, one of the elements of which is still actuated by hand, a beautiful English landscape garden, and the most sumptuous renaissance hall of Europe hidden in the largest palace of Germany.
Trausnitz Castle was founded by Duke Ludwig der Kelheimer in the town of Landschut in 1204. One of the most illustrious residents of the castle was Prince William V, who here 400 years ago, and transformed the entire castle.
Hohenschwangau Castle was built by King Maximilian II of Bavaria upon the ruins of the Schwangau Fortress that had been mentioned in the historical records as early as in the 12st century.
The island, formerly the site of an Augustinian monastery, was purchased by King Ludwig II of Bavaria in 1873.
Dachau concentration camp was the first of the Nazi concentration camps opened in 1933, intended to hold political prisoners.
This rather unorthodox “present” was given to Hitler on his 50th birthday by the Nazi Party.
Budapest, the capital of Hungary, is divided into two distinct parts by the Danube. The Chain Bridge built in the 19th century was the first bridge to connect the plain Pest side with the hilly Buda side.
The Kisfaludy Sándor Loockout standing at 437 metres on the highest spot of the monadnock, is named after the cavalier poet of the Badacsony.
The 750-year-old fortress was never captured by the Turks, it was burned down by a lightning strike, and later destroyed by the Habsburgs.
A remnant crater of a volcano active eight million years ago, the monadnock betweeen Zánka and Monoszló is one of the most unique geological sites of Hungary.
Kisnána The Kisnána Castle, located on the southern slopes of the Mátra Mountains, stands in the heart of the village and offers beautiful views of the surrounding wine region.
Officially called Xantus János Lookout, the 15m diameter aluminium structure sphere stands at 165 metres on Várdomb in Balatonboglár.
Pécs is the perfecf place for long, leisurely strolls spanning entire historical eras along its enchanting little streets, allowing you to browse the many culturally sighnificant locations listed as World Heritage sites at your leisure.
Debrecen, Hungary's second-largest city, is often called the "Calvinist Rome" thanks to the imposing Reformed Great Church—Hungary's largest Protestant church.
The sandy pink City Hall is bedecked with ceramic tiles and combines Art Nouveau and Romantic styles.
At this unique museum one will find professional crafts, embroidered fabric, leather, bells and instruments.
These days the building functions as a tourism and technology centre, also housing a café and Oxigen Bar.
Lake Balaton's best-know promenade is named after the Indian poet and Nobel laureate.
Nyíregyháza, the vibrant capital of Szabolcs‑Szatmár‑Bereg in northeastern Hungary, combines rich cultural heritage with family‑friendly attractions.
A renowned wine region lies just outside of the Hungarian capital, inviting visitors to try some of its world-class products Established in 1996,
The “Hungarian Versailles” is characterized by the luxury. The Baroque Esterházy Castle is listed among the World Heritage Sites.
The most popular and well-known excursion place of the Southern Great Plain is the National Historical Memorial Park, set up to commemorate the Hungarian conquest
Old town with a unique atmosphere. The city center of Sopron is unparalleled in Hungary
The Famous City, the City of Sunshine, Festival Town – Szeged, Hungary’s third largest settlement, has been given a variety of nicknames, showing how diverse and interesting it is.
An unforgettable horse show displaying the American cowboys of Hungary with amazing talent and charm.
The most original Hungarian village, the Palóc World Heritage Site. Those who have visited this landscape of Hungarian folk tales will never forget it.
The cityscape of the town of Eger is a result of a long period of development. The Baroque style mixed with the medieval Turkish monuments created a very characteristic architecture.
The Queens’ Castle and the Cave Bath. The Diósgyőr Castle, with its four corner towers and characteristic shapes, is located a few kilometers from downtown Miskolc.
The town is the center of the Tokaj-Hegyalja wine region where the Tokaj wines are produced. Tokaj Wine Region is a historic wine region located in north-eastern Hungary and south-eastern Slovakia.
UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the Baradla Cave under Aggtelek and Jósvafő which is the most prominent, most popular, longest and most spectacular cave not only in Hungary but in the entire region.
Feeding the bears with a big spoon. The Veresegyháza Bear House is the only bear asylum in Central Europe so far and is a must-see place, and not only for families with small children.
A unique natural wonder. Europe’s largest hot water lake is the Hévíz Thermal Lake, a unique natural rarity.
The Festetics Castle in Keszthely is a masterpiece of Hungarian castle architecture, the most popular sight in the Lake Balaton area.
Charming little town with unique attractions. The number one attraction of Tapolca is the cave lake.
There is a special building in Hungary, inspired by the love and worship of a companion. Jenő Bory was building this fort in Székesfehérvár during forty years, he had designed it and partly built it with his two hands.
A piece of England comes to life in Martonvásár, in the English-Neo-Gothic style Brunszvik Castle and its amazingly beautiful park.
The symbol of Balaton. The most famous monument of the Balaton Highlands, built on one of the heights of the Tihany Peninsula, is the Benedictine abbey.
Székesfehérvár is one of the oldest cities of Hungary, one with the richest history. In the Middle Ages it served as the crowning and burial place of Hungarian kings.
Szentendre is one of Hungary’s most popular tourist destinations in the Budapest area. The town is called the Jewelry Box of the Danube Band, and is often called the Town of Artists, and deservedly.
The Visegrád Royal Palace was one of the largest and most magnificent buildings in the Middle Ages. This palace offers a visit to the beautifully reconstructed rooms…
The monumental cathedral of Hungarians. The Basilica towering on the Castle Hill of Esztergom is the largest cathedral of Hungary…
The symbol of Tata and its most important monument is the romantic Old Castle on the northern shore of the Old Lake.
Church and secular sites under World Heritage protection. The buildings of the Pannonhalma Benedictine Archabbey, a World Heritage Site…
Győr, a diverse city of long standing, located halfway between , Vienna and Budapest offers a combination of architectural, cultural and natural values.
Treviso is an attractive town in the Veneto region of north-east Italy. It is an ancient city with defensive fortifications, guard towers and gates.
Trieste is a wonderful Central-European city with a multicultural atmosphere. Its charming cafés, the diversity of the architectural styles and the sea will make your visit unforgettable
Udine is a charming city, offering many cultural and architectural sights close to the Austrian and Slovenian border. The many cultural and architectural sights of Udine include the Castle and Piazza Liberta’.
Venice, one of the most popular UNESCO World Heritage Sites awaits you with its 118 small islands, canals and more than 400 bridges, and with its beautiful sights.
This underground complex was originally built by the Germans during World War II as a part of their military fortifications, serving as a command center and shelter.
The winter capital of Poland – as Zakopane is often called – is close to the Tatra National Park and is very popular all year round, for mountaineering, skiing and hiking
Cracow, one of Europe’s most beautiful cities is Poland’s former royal capital and the oldest city in Poland
The Zebrzydowska Calvary and Monastery, one of Poland’s most popular religious sites, is included in the UNESCO World Heritage list.
The former Auschwitz concentration camp is now a Museum and Memorial visited by great numbers of people from around the world.
Satu Mare is located in Northwest Romania, near the Hungarian and Ukrainian borders. As the capital of Satu Mare County, it has a rich history shaped by Romanian and Hungarian influences.
A walk along the tree-lined central boulevard rewards visitors with views of the many palaces, churches and monuments.
Cluj-Napoca, the vibrant heart of Transylvania, is famous for its stunning Gothic St. Michael’s Church and lively cultural scene, including contemporary art spaces and annual music festivals like Untold.
Oradea, located in western Romania near the Hungarian border, is known for its stunning Art Nouveau architecture and vibrant cultural life.
Timișoara, known as the “City of Flowers,” captivates with its colorful Baroque and Secessionist architecture visible in Union Square and Victory Square—home to the Roman Catholic Dome.
The cultural center of Vojvodina, this city of outstanding architecture used to have great importance and wealth during the times of the Austro-Hungarian empire.
Novi Sad was founded in 1694, from the former Habsburg military post, the Petrovaradin Fortress.
Belgrade, the capital and largest city of Serbia is one of the oldest cities of Europe, now being a modern European city famous for its vibrant nightlife.
The most beautiful sights of the beautifully renovated downtown are the Košice Dome, perhaps the greatest Gothic cathedral in the Carpathian Basin.
The most original mining town in the Highlands. Surrounded by hills, Banská Štiavnica, a world heritage site, is one of the most beautiful mining towns in Central Slovakia.
A renaissance castle, the birthplace of Bálint Balassi. The biggest attraction of Zvolen is a typical renaissance castle on a small elevation to the south of the main square of the city.
The wooden Lutheran church of Hronsek is a unique sight, it is no coincidence that it has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2008 together with other wooden churches in the former Upper Hungary region.
The main attraction of Castle District – the German church. Banská Bystrica, the historic city in Central Slovakia being significant both in historical and economic terms, is situated in the Zólyom Basin, at the foot of the Low Tatras.
A former village in central Slovakia that was destroyed by the Nazis in retaliation for the Slovak National Uprising during WWII.
With its traditional architecture Vlkolínec (Farkasd) is the most spectacular village in the former Upper Hungary region, located near Ružomberok (Rózsahegy), hidden by the Great Fatra Mountains, in a beautiful natural environment.
The most breath-taking castle of the former Upper Hungary region, the Oravsky castle on the precipice towers above the Orava River, having been protecting the main route to Poland unchanged for 400 years.
A walk in the downtown of Bratislava. With its authentic Central European atmosphere the historical center of Bratislava is a true tourist magnet…
Western Gate of the Carpathian Basin. Raised on the cliff above the confluence of the Danube and Moravia, the castle was the western gate …
Vintgar Gorge is 1.5 kilometers long, up to 100 meters deep and its walls completely narrow in some places.
Skofja Loka (Slovene for “Bishop’s Meadow”) is one of the oldest settlements in Slovenia, dating back to the year 973.
Ranking among the most important caves in the world, Škocjan Caves represent the most significant underground phenomena both on the Karst Plateau and in Slovenia.
Ptuj, the oldest recorded city in Slovenia, has been inhabited since the late Stone Age and was developed from a Roman military fort.
Predjama Castle is a Renaissance castle built within a cave mouth in South-Central Slovenia, in the historical region of Inner Carniola.
It is the second-longest cave system in the country (following the Migovec System), and it is one of Slovenia’s top tourist sights.
The town has several medieval architectural monuments, narrow streets and compact houses..Piran is the administrative center of the local area and one of Slovenia’s major tourist attractions.
Old Town is comprised of noteworthy attractions such as the Castle Square, the Main Square, the Maribor Cathedral (with an observation tower), the Maribor Synagogue, as well as art galleries and theaters.
The elegant Lipica Estate has been the private breeding preserve of the world-famous Lipizzaner horses for 436 years.
The town features the 12th century Lendava Castle situated on a hill above the city center. The castle also has a museum and gallery.
The largest brewery in Slovenia, Lasko Brewery was founded in the eponymous town in 1825 by Franz Geyer, a gingerbread baker and mead producer.
The city is an old Roman settlement, displaying Gothic and Baroque architecture.
Celje offers many cultural sights and activities, and a wide variety of restaurants, shopping centers, and nightlife.
From Bled Castle you can spy the island in the middle of the lake and of course visiting it by boat is the highlight of any trip.
Ljubljana is the capital and largest city of Slovenia. It has been the cultural, educational, economic, political, and administrative center of independent Slovenia since 1991.