Further-Away Destinations: Excursions & 2-Day Trips

There are plenty of things to see in the Salzkammergut.

If you concentrate your visit in Salzburg on the city, you might notice after a few days that there are plenty of great things to see a tad too far for a day-trip. The following articles highlight some of the most attractive destinations that are accessible from Salzburg if you are willing to drive yourself or want to stay somewhere overnight. Hiking in the Alps, other major cities of Austria and Southern Germany or proper excursions into the Salzkammergut - here you will find the inspirations!

Krimml waterfalls & Water Wonder World

The highest waterfalls of Austria are supplemented with a museum dedicated to one of Salzburg′s most valuable treasures: water. ::more

Medieval Innsbruck

The capital of Tyrol with its charming medieval city centre and stunning alpine surroundings is easily accessible. ::more

Off to Germany: Munich

Only a bit more than an hour by train, you will find the city of the Oktoberfest, pretzels and beer - Munich is at the heart of Bavaria. ::more

Linz, the Heart of Upper Austria

Once a industrial place, Linz has shed over the last decade and is a vibrant and happening place with many museums and a lively art-scene. ::more

Hallstatt: Cradle of Austria

The beginning at the end: The city that gave its name to the Hallstatt culture is in one of Austria′s most beautiful areas and fully deserves its status as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. Don′t miss out on that one for the complete Austria-experience! ::more

Links

http://www.tourmycountry.com/austria/salzburg.htm
TourMyCountry.com on Salzburg State - and the rest of Austria

http://wikitravel.org/en/Salzburg_%28state%29
Salzburg State and the city's surroundings on WikiTravel

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