"Mountains, lakes and deep alpine valleys; food and wine, and Vienna’s gritty eloquence: Austria has captivating culture to get into, and iconic landscapes for getting away from it all." – Anthony Haywood, Lonely Planet Writer

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    Inside This Book…

    3 experienced authors
    5 marmots spotted
    100 days of in-country research
    305 cups of Viennese coffee consumed
    Inspirational photos
    Clear, easy-to-use maps
    Outdoor activities
    In-depth background
    Comprehensive planning tools
    At a glance practical info

- Plan Your Trip
- Understand Austria
- On The Road
- Survival Guide