On the Danube Cycle Path from Amstetten to the Art in Linz
Von Thomas Kargl Good weather, two bicycles, two KlimaTicket Ö passes, the right bike reservation, and a leisurely 65-kilometer ride through a picture-perfect landscape: These are the perfect conditions for a day trip from Amstetten to Linz with a detour to the Lentos Museum. Length: 65 kmElevation gain: 200–400Ride time: 3–5 hoursRoute: Amstetten – Wallsee […]
To Vent in the Öztal Valley
Von Reinhard Mandl* Early in the morning, I take the train to Ötztal Station. From there, I continue by bus via Sölden to the Tyrolean mountaineering village of Vent, at 1,900 meters above sea level. Until recently, I never would have dreamed that I could reach such a distant place so comfortably by public transportation! […]
A Weekend in Carinthia – Hiking, Swimming and More
Von KlimaTicket Ö Redaktion* Escape the daily grind and embrace that summer feeling: We follow the shaded paths of the Römerschlucht, take a break at the idyllic Forstsee, and are rewarded with a breathtaking view of Lake Wörthersee at the Hohe Kreuz. Between refreshing dips in the cool waters of Lake Ossiach and a relaxing […]
To Weitra in the Waldviertel
Von Reinhard Mandl* Visible from afar, Weitra Castle towers over Austria’s oldest brewing town from a steep granite plateau. A nearly intact castle wall and the ensemble of townhouses on Rathausplatz also contribute to the atmospheric ambiance of this medieval town. And the nearby Hausschachenteich pond enhances the cheerful excursion atmosphere that begins to take […]
On the World Heritage Trail from Krems to Dürnstein
By Reinhard Mandl* With its picturesque terraced vineyards, dry-stone walls, and well-preserved villages, the Wachau is a true work of art. I travel from Vienna Heiligenstadt via Absdorf-Hippersdorf on the “Kremser Ast” branch of the Franz-Josefs-Bahn without changing trains to Krems, the starting point of the Wachau World Heritage Trail. The first stage of this […]
Discover Linz – art, cuisine, and more
Von KlimaTicket Ö Redaktion* Travel to Linz in comfort with the KlimaTicket Ö On Friday afternoon, we spontaneously decided to head to Linz from Vienna’s Westbahnhof station. In addition to an exhibition at Lentos that had been on our list for a long time, we were particularly attracted by the prospect of escaping snowy Vienna […]
5 winter destinations in Austria
Von KlimaTicket Ö Redaktion © Wildkogel-Arena Neukirchen & Bramberg Snow crunches underfoot, forests glisten in the sun, the air is clear and fresh: Austria in winter is like something out of a picture book. Whether hiking through snow-covered landscapes, tobogganing with a view, or ice skating, the KlimaTicket Ö lets you reach the most beautiful […]
Views of Vienna from above
From Reinhard Mandl* Today, for once, I’m not the one exploring the country from Vienna by train or bus. I take on the unusual role of tour guide: together with a friend from Weitra, I hike up the Leopoldsberg and on to the Kahlenberg. We look down on Vienna and realize that it is not […]
Winter hike on Schneeberg
Von Lisa Schröer I arrive at Vienna Central Station on a cold, foggy winter morning. My destination: the Schneeberg! A day full of beautiful nature, fresh air and unforgettable moments lies ahead of me – and who knows, maybe the sun will even peek through the mist! Thanks to my KlimaTicket Ö, the adventure begins […]
Christmas magic in Steyr
From Lisa Schröer Our Advent calendar boxes are being opened and the anticipation of Christmas is in the air – and what could be better than a winter excursion to one of the magical Christmas markets in Austria? Perfect for families, couples and friends – hassle-free and environmentally friendly with the KlimaTicket Ö. Starting point […]