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City

Historic charm, youthful vibes

Ljubljana has certainly been through quite a lot, having previously been part of Austria, France, Italy and Germany - traces of which are still clearly noticeable today, making the Old Town so unique. In its virtually car-free centre you’ll find narrow lanes, castles and countless bistros, cafes and restaurants.

Glöckler, Perchten, Maschkera and Trommelweiber

The fifth season has a lot going on. Everywhere.

The Perchten parades, that can sometimes seem pretty wild indeed, are held in just about all federal states and are an indispensable part of carnival. Sometimes Perchten and Glöckler from different federal states will come together for a joint parade. And the magical Rauhnächte, the night before St Thomas’ Day, Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve and the night before Epiphany, are also major dates in the calendar.

Autumn traditions

When the harvest is brought in and the celebrations can begin

Of course, in the past, the mot important thing about autumn was that the harvest was as successful and bounteous as possible. This is why many beautiful traditions surrounding harvest work still exist in Austria.

Summer bonfires, parades and flower festivals

The main thing is to be out in the warmth and in the sunshine!

Is there anything more moving than watching the “burning peaks” of the summer bonfires from the valley or the river? Yes, on Trachtensonntag, giants stomp through the villages or the male inhabitants get to grips with each other: Naturally, all in the name of tradition ...

Easter customs and other springtime traditions

When we are finally drawn out into the warmth again. 

In the months of spring, everything pulls us back out into the green: into the garden, the meadows and Alpine pastures. Almost all Austrian states have their local celebrations, such as the “flower carpets”, but Easter traditions have the upper hand everywhere. And raising the maypole is also very popular in all federal states.

Finding peace

Where you voluntarily go into hiding

“You take it easy now,” is something your best friend says a lot. Yes, she’s right - but oh, to be able to... Here are a few tips for places to go which will perhaps make it a little easier for you to switch off.

Bathe, bathe, bathe

Cold, warm, warmer - hot!

Bathing for personal hygiene reasons as was the case at one time in the extolled ‘Tröpferlbad’ (public shower baths), for sports strengthening or for well-being? The role of spas and thermal baths has changed. From a necessary evil to a little luxury from time to time ...

In the footsteps of the great masters

We’ll start our walk at Burggarten, the former private park of the Habsburgs, discover the Vienna State Opera, walk further past the famous Musikverein to Karlsplatz, pay belated tribute to Ludwig van Beethoven for his 250th birthday and end our tour in the Stadtpark, which is currently blooming beautifully.

Future exhibitions in Vienna

An overview of the 2nd half of 2021

The potpourri of international art and big names will also inspire you in the 2nd half of the year! The following exhibitions have already been confirmed.