summer holiday in Austria

Imagine green alpine valleys, crystal-clear mountain lakes, and cozy villages where time stands still. A summer holiday in Austria offers everything your heart desires – and more. Austria in summer is a hidden gem for nature lovers, families, and adventurers dreaming of freedom, fresh air, and breathtaking views. Whether you want to hike through blooming meadows, cycle along spectacular mountain trails, or simply enjoy the peace with a view of snow-covered peaks, Austria is the perfect place for your next summer vacation. Ready to discover your new summer holiday destination?

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Alpenstyle Resort Fieberbrunn

2-10

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4.3

🏡 34 newly built, modern, and lightful apartments
🚗 Secure Underground Parking
🧖‍♀️ Sauna, relaxation room, and steam bath
🏞️ Hiking and Biking Trails

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Apartment Dorf Wagrain Alpenleben

4-6

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4.1

🏡 Premium Apartments from 75 to 100 m²
🎿 Located close to the Grafenberg Cable cars
🚗 One Parking Spot per Apartment
🏡 Traditional Austrian Style
🏊🏻 Lovely Pool

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Chalet Dorf Wagrain Alpenleben

7-8

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4.5

🏔️ Perfect location
🏡 Beautiful Chalets Ranging from 115 to 125 sqm
🎿 Located Right Next to the Grafenberg Lift Station
🚗 Parking Available
🏡 Traditional Austrian Style
🏊🏻 Lovely pool

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Alpenhof

7-11

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4.6

🏡 Spacious Apartments for 7-11 Guests
🚗 Private Parking for Each Apartment
🌄 Breathtaking Alpine Views
🛍️ Explore the Vibrant Town Center

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Chalet Embacher

Up to 20

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3.9

🏔️ Perfectly Located Chalet
🏡 Spacious Chalet for Up to 20 Guests
🌄 Breathtaking Views of Stubnerkogel Mountain
🌟 Close to Felsentherme, Super Market, and more
🍽️ Ideal for Families, Groups, and Events

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Chalet Wallner

Up to 18

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5

🏞️ Central Location, Walk to Restaurants & Shops
🚶🏻‍♂️300m to Schlossalmbahnlift, 350m to Angertal Bus Stop
🏡 Cozy Kitchen, Dining, and TV Area for Family Time
🏡 Spacious 7-Bedroom Chalet for up to 18 Guests

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Haus Bergblick

2-8

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4.4

🎿 500 meters to the lift, stroll to restaurants and shops
🏡 Elevator for added convenience
🧺Laundry facilities on-site
📶 Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property
🏔️ Cozy apartments for groups of 4 to 10 guests

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Haus Tauernblick Katschberg

2-8

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4.8

🏡 Cozy Apartments with Alpine Views
🚗 Secure Underground Parking
🍽️ Explore Katschberg’s Charm

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budget-friendly

Haus Lothringen

2-11

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4.1

🏞️ 5-minute walk to the famous Gastein waterfall
🏔️ Elegant apartments with contemporary furnishings
🏡 Balcony-equipped apartments with picturesque views
🏠 Accommodations for 2 to 11 guests, ideal for families and friends

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Residenz Lothringen

4-8

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4.1

🏡 Spacious Apartments for 4-8 Guests
🏔️ Central Location with Scenic Views
🛁 500m to Felsentherme Spa
🚶🏻‍♂️ 300m to Tourist Office
🍽️ On-Site Mexican Restaurant & Bar

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Sonnenwende

2-10

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4.2

🏞️ Panoramic views of the mountains and Gastein Valley
🏡 Stylish apartments accommodating 2 to 10 guests
🚗 Secure underground parking
🍽️ Restaurants, and shopping within walking distance

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Alpenhof

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Haus Breitenfellner

4.9

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Haus Wasmer

4.8

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Haus Wallner

4.4

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Haus Obauer

4.7

Based on 21 reviews

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Haus Bergblick

4.4

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Residenz und Haus Lothringen

4.1

Based on 54 reviews

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Sonnenwende

4.2

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Ski- & Sonnenresort Alpendorf

4.4

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why travel to austria for the summer holidays?

summer holiday in austria

A summer holiday in Austria offers a sea of possibilities. Whether you want a relaxing sun and beach vacation by one of the many mountain lakes or an active holiday filled with adrenaline, whether you’re hiking or biking up the mountains. Additionally, you can also experience a city holiday by visiting popular cities such as Salzburg, Hallstatt, and Zell am See.

Discover an active summer holiday in one of our 6 unique destinations: Alpendorf, Bad Gastein, Bad Hofgastein, Fieberbrunn, Katschberg, and Wagrain.

Austria in the Summer

Many people think of Austria as a winter destination for skiing. But you might be surprised! Austria actually offers even more activities in the summer.

Are you dreaming of a summer holiday that combines beautiful nature experiences, relaxing surroundings, and exciting activities for all ages? Then Austria is the perfect travel destination for you.
Get ready for a summer adventure in Austria today!

Weather in Austria in the Summer

What is the weather like in Austria during the summer? While there can be double-digit minus temperatures in winter, summer temperatures can easily exceed 30 degrees Celsius.

When the temperatures are high, don’t worry. Austria is known for its many mountain and bathing lakes, and several of our destinations have water parks or pools.

Transport Options to Austria in the Summer

There are several options for transport to your summer holiday in Austria.

Self-Drive Vacation: The most popular mode of transport is a self-drive vacation, which also provides a lot of flexibility. From Copenhagen to Salzburgerland is about 1200 km, and the drive takes approximately 13 hours, depending on traffic. Austria is thus a real self-drive gem due to the short travel time.

Get There Quickly by Plane: The fastest way to get to Austria is by plane. Salzburg Airport is the closest to most of our destinations, which are located in Salzburgerland. The transfer time to Wagrain is only 1 hour. You can also fly to Innsbruck Airport if your holiday is going to Fieberbrunn, which is located in Tyrol. The larger airports such as Munich and Vienna are also options for flying to our destinations, with train connections available.

Take the Train for an Eco-Friendly Journey: Hop on the train and travel in a relaxing way, with a clear conscience towards the environment. There are several options for taking the train to Austria.

Take the Bus – Travel Eco-Friendly with WiFi: Hop on the bus for your summer holiday in Austria. You get free WiFi and charging ports. For example, you can take a direct bus from Copenhagen to Salzburg. FlixBus operates 3 trips daily between Copenhagen and Salzburg. The bus journey takes about 20 hours.

An Active Summer Vacation in Austria

If you prefer an active vacation, Austria is the right place for you! AlpenTravel’s accommodations are the perfect base for many nearby outdoor activities. Austria is known for its stunning nature, which you can explore in many ways. There are plenty of opportunities for hiking in the surrounding mountains, cycling through charming Austrian villages, or getting a real adrenaline kick with a water sports activity like river rafting on the Salzach River.

There are no limits to the experiences you can create in the fresh alpine mountain air during an active summer holiday in Austria.

Mountain Biking: Whether you are a beginner or advanced, there are trails for all levels. You can plan bike trips ranging from half an hour to several days. Several destinations also have child-friendly bike areas, such as the Woom Bike Area in Wagrain. Insert link. An alternative to mountain biking is e-mountain biking, which makes it easy to get over hills and mountain tops quickly.
Put on your bike helmet and get ready for an active cycling holiday in Austria!

Hiking: One of the ways to explore the beautiful nature in Austria, from valley to mountain top, is by hiking. It’s also the country’s unofficial pastime. Many of our destinations offer hikes ranging from 30 minutes with no elevation gain to a full day with an ascent of nearly 1000 meters.
Long-distance hiking is also popular in Austria. Get ready for a hike that spans several days from mountain hut to mountain hut.
You can take the lifts up and down, as Austria offers modern summer gondolas and lifts. Additionally, lift passes in the summer are significantly cheaper than in winter. If you want to shorten your trip a bit, you can also take the local bus to or from the hike.
Pack your hiking boots for an active summer holiday in Austria!

Action: Are you into activities with speed and excitement? Then you can confidently book your summer holiday in Austria! The country has several rivers where you can embark on a river rafting adventure and get a good adrenaline kick. Glide along the Salzach River, feel the water splashing around you, and watch the nature whizzing by. You can experience river rafting during an active summer holiday in Alpendorf (internal link: https://alpentravel.com/da/sommer-i-alpendorf-6-fantastiske-aktiviteter/)

Summer Holidays with Children in Austria

A summer holiday in Austria is for the whole family! Austria is very family-friendly, so you can easily take a summer holiday here with children. Many of the cities have playgrounds and activities for kids.
There are also large adventure parks built – our favorites are:
Wagrainis Grafenberg
Geisterberg Alpendorf
Timok’s Wild World Fieberbrunn

Explore the Cities of Austria: The city of Salzburg is definitely worth a visit. Here, you can experience art, culture, and shopping. It is said that Salzburg is also the city of music, and many scenes from the popular film “The Sound of Music” were shot here.
The town of Hallstatt is also a must-visit. This small village is located by Hallstätter See, southeast of Salzburg, and is known for its pastel-colored houses. Hallstatt looks like the cover of a postcard and must be seen with your own eyes.

Explore the Cities of Austria

The city of Salzburg is definitely worth a visit. Here, you can experience art, culture, and shopping. It is said that Salzburg is also the city of music, and many scenes from the popular film “The Sound of Music” were shot here.
The town of Hallstatt is also a must-visit. This small village is located by Hallstätter See, southeast of Salzburg, and is known for its pastel-colored houses. Hallstatt looks like the cover of a postcard and must be seen with your own eyes.

Experience Nature

Nature is magical in Austria! 27% of the Austrian land is protected, which helps preserve the unique landscapes and wildlife.
In Austria, you have plenty of opportunities to explore the mountains. You can also find glaciers like Kitzsteinhorn, located in Zell am See-Kaprun, which is easily accessible from all our destinations.
One of the popular natural phenomena is the Liechtensteinklamm (https://www.josalzburg.com/en/activities/liechtenstein-gorge.html), which is one of the longest gorges in the Alps.
You can also visit the world’s largest ice cave, Eisriesenwelt (https://www.eisriesenwelt.at/en/), located in the town of Werfen. The ice cave stretches over 40 kilometers and is situated up in the mountains. Therefore, you must take a gondola lift up – it takes 3 minutes.
The ice cave has a constant temperature of around 0 degrees, so remember to bring warm clothing and good shoes!
The nature in Austria also offers several waterfalls, with one of the most popular being Gollinger Wasserfall.
If you need to cool off during your summer holiday, there are plenty of options at one of the many bathing lakes. Some of our favorites include:

– Badesee Reitdorf
– Badesee Flauchauwinkl
– Reedsee
– Gasteiner Badesee
– Fuschlsee

We also recommend these beautiful lakes, even if it’s not possible to swim there:

-Tappenkarsee
-Jägersee

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Summer destinations in austria

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BAD HOFGASTEIN

ALPENDORF

WAGRAIN

FIEBERBRUNN

KATSCHBERG

favourable cancellation policy

austria’s best summer destinations

cleaning included in price

bed linen & towels included in price

favourable cancellation policy

austria’s best ski destinations

cleaning included in price

bed linen & towels included in price

Featured accommodations

Special offers & Deals

Early bookings for the ski holiday

accommodations for all

get help with your booking

customer testimonials

why travel to austria for the summer holidays?

summer holiday in austria

Austria in the Summer

Weather in Austria in the Summer

Transport Options to Austria in the Summer

An Active Summer Vacation in Austria

Summer Holidays with Children in Austria

Explore the Cities of Austria

Experience Nature

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