How well do you know Austria?

Put your knowledge of Austria to the test – let’s see how well you know the Austrian Alps as the country glistens in the summer. Learn how to make the most of your trip here.

Breathtaking view of the Wilder Kaiser in the St Johann in Tirol region © Mathaeus Gartner
(© St. Johann in Tirol, Mathaeus Gartner)
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Question 1 of 15

You’ve just arrived in the Austrian Alps. The sun is shining and the birds are singing. You’re ready to experience summer in the mountains. What unexpected adventures can you look forward to?

Hiking from Hochwurzen to the top Guschen in Schladming-Dachstein © TVB Schladming-Dachstein, Mathaeus Gartner
(© TVB Schladming-Dachstein, Mathaeus Gartner)
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Question 2 of 15

When the snow melts, a lush green world of hiking paths are revealed. Which of the following can you expect to find in Austria?

Hiking near Olperer Bridge in the Zillertal © Zillertal Tourism GmbH, Tom Klocker
(© Zillertal Tourism GmbH, Tom Klocker)
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Question 3 of 15

Gaining altitude in summer has many benefits including fresh, clean air, fewer mosquitos and pollen. Zillertal is the perfect place to get up in the mountains in the summer. Do you know how many of its peaks are 3,000 metres or higher?

Mountain Bike Tour to Zeinissee Galtür © TVB Paznaun Ischgl
(© TVB Paznaun Ischgl)
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Question 4 of 15

It’s not all about the hiking, with the Austrian Alps also perfect for biking & cycling. What’s new since last summer in the Paznaun-Ischgl region?

Road cycling on the Zillertal High Road © Zillertal Tourism GmbH, Tom Klocker
(© Zillertal Tourism GmbH, Tom Klocker)
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Question 5 of 15

The Zillertaler Höhenstraße is rightly famous as one of the world’s most dramatic panoramic drives. But can you bike it?

Watersports in Zell am See-Kaprun © Zell am See-Kaprun Tourism
(© Zell am See-Kaprun Tourism)
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Question 6 of 15

All of that adventure has made you hot! Fear not! Austria may be a landlocked country, but it’s home to many bathing lakes where you can call off, How many are there?

Verwall lake, the Austrian Alps
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Question 7 of 15

With 97.7% having excellent water quality, Austria’s lakes are one of the cleanest in Europe. So you don’t need to worry about jumping in. Can you name this lake?

Stand-Up Paddling on Lake Zell © Zell am See-Kaprun Tourism, ASA 12, Gregor Kuntscher
(© Zell am See-Kaprun Tourism, ASA 12, Gregor Kuntscher)
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Question 8 of 15

How warm can Lake Zell in Zell am See-Kaprun get in the summer months?

Stairway to Nothingness observation deck in Der Dachstein mountain, Austria
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Question 9 of 15

Want to get a better overview over the Alps? Head to Schladming-Dachstein where you can climb to dizzying heights. Where is best to go?

Mountain Yoga Festival am Arlberg © TVB St Anton am Arlberg, Teresa Arias
(© TVB St Anton am Arlberg, Teresa Arias)
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Question 10 of 15

Need to take a breather? Go to St. Anton am Arlberg, a true adventure lover’s playground as well as the host of the yearly Mountain Yoga Festival. What can you expect from this event?

Goldenes Dachl, Innsbruck
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Question 11 of 15

Now for some culture! Innsbruck offers the perfect combination of city culture and nature immersion, with the mountains just an easy cable car from the city. Do you recognise this incredible site from its Old Town?

Goetheweg Nordkette, Innsbruck © Innsbruck Tourismus, Christian Vorhofer
(© Innsbruck Tourismus, Christian Vorhofer)
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Question 12 of 15

How long does it take to get from Innsbruck’s city centre to its highest vantage point, some 2,000m above the city?

EMTB Hütten am 13.7.2020
(© TVB Paznaun Ischgl)
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Question 13 of 15

Has all that fresh air made you hungry? The Austrian Alps are famous for their mountain huts. But in Ischgl you can also choose from plenty of toque-awarded restaurants. How many Michelin starred restaurants are found here?

Canederli or Knodel in broth with green onion, typical pasta or dumplings for Alps, Alto Adige, German, Italian, Austrian cuisine. Made from stale bread, milk, eggs, speck.
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Question 14 of 15

Prefer hearty Austrian fare? Then head to St. Johann in Tirol’s famous Dumpling Festival. What can you expect?

View of the mountain lake in the St Johann in Tirol region © Mirja Geh
(© Mirja Geh)
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Question 15 of 15

St. Johann in Tirol has been awarded “Best Tourism Village” by the UN. And if that is not reason enough to visit, summer in St. Johann in Tirol will heighten all of your senses. What can you expect during a summer here?