Couples Getaways in Austria

Austria’s majestic mountains, historic towns and serene lakes make it an idyllic destination for a couples break.

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A postcard-perfect lakeside village surrounded by mountains, as beautiful in winter as it is in summer.

Hallstatt

Distance from Vienna: 180 miles (290 km), drive time approximately 3.5 hours.
Distance from Salzburg: 45 miles (72 km), drive time approximately 1.5 hours.
Nearest Airport: Salzburg Airport (SZG), 50 miles (80 km), drive time approximately 1.5 hours.

Romantic Things to Do:

  • Stroll through the picturesque village and along the lakefront promenade.
  • Take a boat ride on Hallstätter See to admire the stunning views.
  • Visit the Skywalk for panoramic views of the village and lake.
  • Explore the ancient Salt Mine, one of the oldest in the world.

A UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its vineyards, castles and the Danube River.

Wachau Valley

Distance from Vienna: 50 miles (80 km), drive time approximately 1 hour.
Distance from Linz: 60 miles (96 km), drive time approximately 1.5 hours.
Nearest Airport: Vienna International Airport (VIE), 55 miles (90 km), drive time approximately 1.5 hours.

Romantic Things to Do:

  • Take a scenic drive or bike ride along the Danube River.
  • Visit Melk Abbey, a magnificent Baroque monastery with stunning gardens.
  • Stroll through the quaint village of Dürnstein, known for its castle ruins.
  • Enjoy a romantic picnic in a vineyard or by the river.

The birthplace of Mozart, a city of Baroque architecture and alpine charm.

Salzburg

Distance from Vienna: 185 miles (300 km), drive time approximately 3 hours.
Distance from Innsbruck: 100 miles (160 km), drive time approximately 2 hours.
Nearest Airport: Salzburg Airport (SZG), 3 miles (5 km), drive time approximately 10 minutes.

Romantic Things to Do:

  • Walk through the Mirabell Gardens, featured in The Sound of Music.
  • Visit the Hohensalzburg Fortress for panoramic views of the city and Alps.
  • Explore the historic Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Take a romantic fiaker (horse-drawn carriage) ride through the city streets.

A charming alpine city surrounded by snow-capped peaks.

Innsbruck and the Tyrolean Alps

Distance from Vienna: 300 miles (480 km), drive time approximately 5 hours.
Distance from Salzburg: 100 miles (160 km), drive time approximately 2 hours.
Nearest Airport: Innsbruck Airport (INN), 3 miles (5 km), drive time approximately 10 minutes.

Romantic Things to Do:

  • Take a cable car ride to Nordkette Mountain for breathtaking views.
  • Stroll through the historic Old Town and admire the Golden Roof.
  • Visit Ambras Castle, a Renaissance castle with beautiful gardens.
  • Explore the nearby Swarovski Crystal Worlds, a unique art and design experience.

A charming Tyrolean town known for its ski resorts and alpine scenery.

Kitzbühel

Distance from Vienna: 230 miles (370 km), drive time approximately 4 hours.
Distance from Innsbruck: 50 miles (80 km), drive time approximately 1 hour.
Nearest Airport: Innsbruck Airport (INN), 60 miles (95 km), drive time approximately 1.5 hours.

Romantic Things to Do:

  • Explore the cobblestone streets and colourful houses of the town centre.
  • Take a cable car ride to the Kitzbüheler Horn for panoramic views.
  • Enjoy a romantic hike through the nearby Alpenblumengarten (Alpine Flower Garden).
  • Spend a cozy evening in a mountain chalet or luxury alpine hotel.

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