Choose The Austrian Alps For The Perfect 2025 Summer Holiday

Picture Austria, and a few stereotypes may spring to mind: skiing havens, crispy Schnitzel, or perhaps the lush rolling fields backdropped by snow-capped mountains seen in The Sound of Music. All true and beloved – but there’s more to this central European nation than meets the mind’s eye. From spring through to autumn, the melting snow makes way for flower-speckled meadows and Austria’s alpine regions transform into vast swathes of greenery, featuring clean waters, fresh air and a bounty of outdoor experiences, from the relaxing to the energising.

As temperatures across the continent soar, it’s time to abandon the classic summer beach holiday and embark on an alpine adventure in 2025. In fact, this is one of the trendiest things to do right now as far as travel is concerned. Best of all, while picturesque scenery and inspiring experiences may propel you to visit Austria, it’s the people that will compel you to return: their deep connection to nature, their hospitality and their joie de vivre – all known as ‘Lebensgefühl’ in Austria.

Whether you’re looking to recharge, test your limits, or find your very own Lebensgefühl, here are five Austrian alpine holiday ideas to get you started.

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5 Austrian Summer Holiday Ideas 2025

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