How do you spend autumn?

27. October 2012
Austria, Travel With Locals, Europe, Travel Blog Hiking / Trekking, Wine 0

I set about capturing some impressions of autumn for you. As long as the colours decorate the landscape, I think it’s one of the most beautiful seasons ever! An ideal travel time for many regions: Three of them I’d like to introduce here.

1. My home country: Krems an der Donau, Lower Austria (it doesn’t always have to be far away …!)

Autumn by the Danube in Lower Austria means enjoying the (wine) landscapes!

My feet dangle at the edge of the Donauwarte lookout tower high above the vineyards with a view towards the foothills of the Alps. Especially in this season, Krems and the river valleys of the Wachau, Krems & Kamp are worth exploring!

A couple in the distance, enjoying the view.

2. Mole West, Neusiedl am See, Burgenland

Any time of the year is good for this spot actually: The atmosphere of this “pier” on the northern shore of Lake Neusiedl will enchant you with its view over the lake, sailing boats and perhaps even a glimpse of the distant Alps on the horizon. A dream – also in autumn with its fascinating light! More information about the restaurant, such as opening hours, arrival, or the menu are here: www.mole-west.at.

Sailing boats at Lake Neusiedl, Mole West

Isn’t that a view you’d also like right now?

Love this Italian style ciabatta burger at the Mole West restaurant!

3. Further south in Italy: Friuli-Venezia-Giulia

For some weeks now, I have been working with this beautiful travel destination just south of Austria. We are and have always been united in our hearts anyway! About 100 years ago, the Austro-Hungarian Empire operated its naval port from Trieste; the Italians probably didn’t like it that much and that’s why we’re now trying to establish a more positive cooperation in tourism ;). Definitely worth a visit! More information can be found here: www.turismofvg.it

Autumn in the alpine parts of Friuli Venezia Giulia / (c) turismofvg.it

Even or especially at that time of the year, it’s worth a trip there. / (c) turismofvg.it

Written by Elena

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