Summer in Austria 2026
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Austria is set to welcome holidaymakers with a fresh wave of updates from across its most popular destinations, offering new experiences, seasonal highlights, and new accommodation options. From alpine resorts unveiling expanded outdoor adventures to vibrant cities showcasing cultural events and culinary delights, have a look at what our partner regions have in store this summer (and beyond).

Tirol: An outdoor playground with tons of new attractions

Fun, action, relaxation and variety for all ages are guaranteed in Tirol this summer, with the unique mountains as a postcard-perfect backdrop. New hotels, new interactive themed trails, a variety of attractions and excursion destinations and a wealth of mountain biking and climbing activities add to the appeal.

Summer 2026 in Tirol: New attractions and activities (PDF)
Summer 2026 in Tirol: New hotels and guest houses (PDF)

Innsbruck: Mountain adventures meet sightseeing and events

One holiday, endless possibilities: Innsbruck offers a unique alpine-urbane summer experience. Surrounded by mountains, the Tyrolean capital scores with natural mountain landscapes and sporty activities as well as a wealth of historic attractions and cultural highlights in the city.

Skis, wheels and gamepads: Sports events in the Innsbruck region in 2026 (PDF)
Theatre, festivals and chamber music: Cultural highlights in the Innsbruck region in 2026 (PDF)

Kitzbühel: The beating heart of the Austrian Alps

Tirol's Kitzbühel is a legendary winter destination. But if you’ve never visited in the summer, you’re missing out big time: After the piste fans have left town, the locals are quick in swapping skis and boards for bikes and hiking boots: Conquer a summit, head on a hike, go golfing, mountain biking or trail running. The mix of alpine lifestyle a tad of luxury attracts visitors from all over. 

Summer 2026 in Kitzbühel (PDF)

Rauris Valley: A mountain escape for the whole family

Nestled amidst the peaks of Hohe Tauern National Park, the Rauris Valley in SalzburgerLand invites you to escape the everyday and immerse yourself in nature. Wide valleys, protected landscapes and a strong sense of space clear the mind, whilst themed trails, treasure hunts, and opportunities to spot birds of prey ignite even the youngest guests with a love of nature. 

Active summers in the Rauris Valley (PDF)

Salzburg: The city of Mozart and the Trapp family

Majestic churches and monasteries, spacious squares and splendid palaces: Salzburg's appearance dates back to the centuries-long reign of the prince-archbishops and makes it one of the finest baroque towns in the world. This year, Salzburg celebrates the 270 anniversary of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and the opening of the brand new The Sound of Music museum in Hellbrunn. 

Salzburg celebrates Mozart, World Heritage and musical excellence (PDF)
Summer 2026 in Salzburg (PDF)

Paznaun-Ischgl: A paradise for outdoor fans and foodies

Love the outdoors? Moving your body? Freedom and stunning vistas? Events and foodie experiences? Paznaun-Ischgl is an outdoor sports and event hub in the heart of the Alps. The villages of Ischgl, Galtür, Kappl and See invite holidaymakers to enjoy fantastic experiences in the midst of the impressive Tyrolean mountains.

Paznaun-Ischgl: Fact sheet (PDF)
Galtür in summer: An outdoor paradise for active holidaymakers (PDF)
Biking in Galtür: Silva Trails for adventurers (PDF)
Bouldering and climbing paradise Galtür and Silvapark (PDF)
Summer holidays in Ischgl: Nature, action and relaxation (PDF) 
Family holidays in Ischgl (PDF)
Biking in Ischgl: Alpine cycling paradise for every level (PDF)
Hiking in Ischgl: Summer adventures in the Alps (PDF)
Summer in Kappl: Sunny mountain adventure park and flow trail (PDF)
Family holidays in Kappl (PDF)
Adventure hiking in Kappl (PDF)
Paznaun High Route: Nine stages through Tirol's mountains (PDF)
Summer in See: Activities for families and adventurers (PDF) 
Family activities in summer in See (PDF)

Imperial Habsburg Collections: Bucket list museums in Austria

From the Kunsthistorische Museum to the Imperial Treasury Vienna and the reopened Palais Lobkowitz Vienna: The Imperial Collections of the Habsburgs in Vienna should be on top of every art lover's travel bucket list. But its not just about the collections and exhibitions, the buildings they're housed in will leave you equally in awe. 

​​​​​​​The Imperial Collections of the Habsburgs (PDF)
Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna - Highlights 2026 (PDF)
New Hofburg Palace Tour (PDF)