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An Excursion of Superlatives: To the top of the Zugspitze by gondola

A trip to the highest mountain in Germany involves one of the world’s most modern gondolas. We took a closer look and spent an eventful day at almost 3,000 meters above sea level.

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Memorable Summers in Nassfeld with the +CARD holiday

These 7 excursion destinations and activity tips surrounding the Gartnerkofel, Trogkofel, and Rosskofel are absolute musts during your summer vacation in Nassfeld, Carinthia!

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Family-Friendly Holidays in the Mountains with Children

There's so much to discover: These excursion and activity tips for your next family holiday in the mountains of Austria are sure to excite parents and children alike!

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Holiday Home with Pool: Bathing Enjoyment during Family Holidays in Austria

Fans of water and bathing, this is for you: Here we introduce accommodations with pool for family holidays in Austria, certain to bring joy to parents and kids alike!

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Hiking with children: a hut, a stick, an umbrella...

Do you want to make hiking appeal to your kids and share with them your passion for the mountains? We have collected a few tips for your next hike with your whole family.

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Holidays with the Saalbach Joker Card

What excursion destinations and summer lifts can you enjoy for free with the Saalbach Joker Card? Where can you get this guest card for your summer vacation and how much does it cost? We'll answer the most important questions about the Joker Card for your upcoming stay at the Saalbach Suites.

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Summer Holidays in Austria with Children

Majestic peaks, clear mountain lakes, and glaciers... Welcome to a vast playground! What makes Austria so appealing for families in the summer, besides its breathtaking nature? We've taken a closer look.

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100 free holiday experiences with the Schladming Dachstein Sommercard

Will you be spending your summer holidays at an ALPS RESORT in the Schladming-Dachstein Region? An outstanding decision - especially if you're staying here between end of May and beginning of November!

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5 Insider Tips: Hiking in Austria

Are you looking for a special hiking destination, quieter paths, and more peaceful summits? Here are our 5 secret tips for hiking in Austria!  

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Save money with the Nationalpark Sommercard

To be honest, it was always hard for me to get excited about mathematics. But that’s precisely what I’m going to focus on in this article – just for you ;-) – the numbers! And I have to admit, arithmetic has never been this much fun. Bottom line: We’ll see just how much the included Nationalpark Sommercard will save you during your summer holiday with ALPS RESORTS. So, let’s do it!

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Zillertal in summer: Where high spirits are guaranteed!

Sie planen einen Alpen-Urlaub im großen Stil? Dann werden Sie vom Zillertal begeistert sein. Mit 30 Kilometern ist es das längste Seitental Tirols. Majestätische Berglandschaften bieten das passende Ambiente für alle Arten von Outdoorsport in unmittelbarer Nähe zu unseren Zillertal Suites Fügen.

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Attractions in Zillertal: Natural Wonders of a Mountain World

Let us assure you, the attractions of Zillertal, with its breathtaking natural spectacles, will linger in your memory for years to come. Glaciers, waterfalls, caves, alpine tarns, nature parks, and countless more highlights are just waiting to be discovered amid the mountains. Added to that: unique traditions, vivacious festivals, and culinary delights galore.

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Autumn holidays in Austria

“Mountains make you happy”, they say. And they really do – all year long. They give us special moments. Such as a great bite to eat enjoyed on the terrace in front of a mountain hut in summer. Or in springtime, when the first crocuses stick their white and purple heads up out of the last fields of snow. When, in winter, you clamp on your skis and know the best is yet to come: slicing back down the mountain through virgin powder. Or even in autumn, when the visibility is jaw-dropping and you have the mountain practically to yourself. What other arguments are there for a hiking holiday in autumn? Here are just a few!   

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Bikepark Saalbach – Your Go-to Destination for (Bike) Sport!

​Bikepark Saalbach is a biker’s paradise: with 90 km of trails, 400 km of marked mountain bike paths, 9 gondolas, and a full-service infrastructure, including E-bike rentals, you'll feel like you've practically become one with your saddle. Beginners and pros alike can hone their skills at Bikepark Saalbach. Whether you're in the “Learn to Ride” park or on the Reiterkogel pumptrack, there’s a perfect place for every skill level. And after a day of physical activity, you will be able to unwind and rejuvenate marvelously at the Saalbach Suites with an exclusive wellness area.

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Excursion Tip: Hiking to Mirror Lake in Schladming

Are you currently enjoying your vacation at ALPS RESORTS in Schladming and looking to explore the region more? Then we highly recommend a hike to Mirror Lake close to Schladming. Once you reach your destination, you'll be rewarded with the breathtaking sight of the Dachstein south face reflected upon the placid lake surface.

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Kitzbühel summer

Kitzbühel may have earned its international reputation as a swanky winter sports region, but it truly shines in the summer. It presents itself as one of Austria's most versatile holiday destinations. Panoramic hiking trails, mountain bike paths, picturesque golf courses, tranquil moorland lakes, cultural and culinary delights, unique sporting events - summer in Kitzbühel meets the highest expectations.

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Autumn in Chiemgau

Gabi from Ferienresort Inzell tells us which excursion destinations in and around Chiemsee and Königssee are especially rewarding in autumn.

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Weatherproof excursion tips for rainy days in Salzburger Land

So that no day of your holiday is ever rained out, we have compiled 7 weatherproof excursion tips in Salzburg for you.

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Forest Bathing: immerse yourself and inhale

“Forest bathing decelerates, replenishes energy reserves and brings renewed zest for life.” Sounds promising? We gave it a try!

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Hiker-Friendly Certification for Alpendorf Dachstein West

As of May 2022, our Alpendorf Dachstein West will proudly display the Austrian Hiking Seal of Quality. We will show you what makes ALPS RESORT in Salzburger Land a certified hiking establishment and precisely what advantages await you there for your upcoming hiking holiday.

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Summer Highlights from Our Employees

Can you barely wait for summer? The same goes for us here at ALPS RESORTS. I asked around to find out what my colleagues are looking forward to the most.

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One of the "most beautiful mountains in Brixental"

The Brechhorn – elevation 2032 meters – is one of the most popular hiking destinations near Westendorf.” Why? That’s exactly what I wanted to find out last weekend for myself. So, I call my hiking buddy, pack my rucksack, grab my hiking shoes – and away I go to Westendorf. Excellent timing, actually, since, in this idyllic village located in Brixental, Tyrol, we are also currently building one of our newest apartment complexes, Chalet 149 Westendorf, with 14 exclusive holiday apartments and penthouse suites

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Family Adventures in the Mountains

"Be cheeky, wild and wonderful!", Astrid Lindgren once advised us. Thanks to our ALPS RESORTS holiday homes, chalets and apartments, you have plenty of space to do just that. So much space in fact, that even grandma and grandpa can come with you on your Austrian holiday. Awaiting explorers, big and small, right outside their own front door: nature in abundance and countless memorable adventures. For the very best excursion and hiking tips for families, simply stop by the front desk and chat with our local receptionists who know the area like the backs of their own hands. At many of our family resorts, the regional Guest Card is automatically included in the price of your stay -  giving you the opportunity to visit exciting sightseeing attractions in your region either for free or at a discounted price! As is the case with our ALPS Residences in the Hohe Tauern National Park Holiday Region.

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Slide Path in the Hohe Tauern National Park Holiday Region

Great fun is guaranteed. And the first indication of that comes from grandma and grandpa as they bravely disappear into the first tube slide, the "Liesl", letting out a joyous yell as they launch themselves. And then it's our turn. We drive at least once a year to Neukirchen in order to pay a visit to the Slide Path in the Wildkogel Arena. A popular excursion destination for families and a genuine highlight of any summer holiday spent in the Hohe Tauern National Park Holiday Region in the midst of the Austrian mountains – not only for children.

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Summer holidays as full of variety as possible

How good it does you! The March sun puts color in your face and your spirits climb right along with the temperatures. Have you already discovered the first daisies in your garden? Now more than ever, we are drawn by the outside world. I don’t know how it is for you – but our thoughts are already revolving around our next summer vacation in Austria. A little bit of nature, a little bit of culture and a little bit of adventure are “just what the doctor ordered” this year. In other words, as diverse as a holiday in Styria.

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Yearning for the Styrian Lakes & Mountains

What comes to mind first when you think of the Schladming-Dachstein Region in Austria? Maybe the legendary “THE Nightrace”, which has taken place annually since the 1990s and draws thousands of spectators (also because of the spectacular side-program, admittedly) to Styria? Or the famous Schladming ski openings to kick off winter season? Today, we will reveal to you some of the reasons that make the Styrian holiday region which surrounds our Alpenchalets Reiteralm, Alpenrock Schladming and premium Bergresort Hauser Kaibling such a big hit in summer

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Summer Longings.

Today, we take you with us. Out of your own four walls, out of your home office and out of the dull daily routine we all occasionally have to deal with nowadays. Today, we take you to a region that offers you all the space you could wish for. Space where you can relax, go outdoors, be excited again. And perhaps also a little humble – in the face of the astonishing natural beauty which presents itself to us here. So, in the mood to join us? Together, let’s take an excursion to the Hohe Tauern National Park Holiday Region in the Pinzgau district of Salzburger Land!

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