The Austrian Alps are known for its majestic beauty, pristine white snow and great ski routes. Ever winter, tourists from all around the world flock to the Alps to ski, snowboard, visit Christmas festivals, and have a dip in one of the many outdoor saunas around town. Given that the Alps are known primarily for being a great winter destination, are the Alps worth a visit during the summer? The answer is a resounding yes. There are many fun and meaningful things to do in the Austrian Alps over the summer holidays, from catching the famous “Sound of Music” performance in Salzburg to taking a hike through the lush greenery of the summer Alps. Should you be planning your next trip to the Austrian Alps, below are the best things to do over the summer holidays in the Austrian Alps.
1. Get a chance to catch "The Sound of Music" live in Salzburg
Catch “The Sound of Music” live in Salzburg, the home of the original Von Trapp family, at the Salzburger Landestheater. The story surrounds the young nun Maria, who works as a nanny for the large Von Trapp family and eventually falls in love with widower Georg Von Trapp. However, as World War Two descends upon Austria, the family has to fight against the odds to escape across the Alps and beyond. The performance lasts about three hours and includes one intermission.
"Sound of Music" live in Salzburg
Address: Schwarzstraße 24, Austria
Website: Sound of Music
Opening hours: visit website above for showtimes
Price: about 30 USD
2. Enjoy panoramic views of the Austrian mountains with a cable car ride (from USD 51.0)
Even in the summer, views of the Austrian mountains are breathtaking and worth checking out. One of the best ways to do so is through a cable car ride to the top of Innsbruck, one of the country’s most accessible mountains. The ride begins and ends at Innsbruck Congress Center, and lasts approximately 20 minutes one-way. Along the way, you will be treated to a bird’s eye view of the Innsbruck city center and Nordkette National Park, along with the steep cliffs of Mount Karwendel, where rock climbers can often be spotted.
Top of Innsbruck Roundtrip Cable Car Ticket
Duration: 2 hours
3. Romantic dining and concert experience (from USD 83.0)
This two-and-a-half dining and concert experience is perfect for a romantic night out for two. Start the evening off with a delicious dinner of traditional Austrian dishes at the 900-year-old Salzburg Fortress. Afterwards, head into the majestic Golden Hall to enjoy some of Mozart’s most famous musical pieces, including classics such as ‘A Little Night Music’.
Salzburg Fortress Dinner, Best of Mozart Concert
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
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4. Delight in a scenic coach ride through the Alps (from USD 214.0)
This full-day tour brings you through the Bavarian Alps in a luxury air-conditioned coach. Along the way, you will be stopping by many former royal residences such as the Linderhof Palace and Neuschwanstein Castle, exploring opulent castles, beautiful gardens, and charming towers. You will also get the chance to stop by Oberammergau, a quaint village in the Bavarian Alps for some great shopping and traditional German food. Free WiFi is provided on-board the bus for you to stay connected to friends and family back home.
Neuschwanstein and Linderhof Castles Day Tour from Munich
Duration: 10 hours 30 minutes
5. Go biking around Munich (from USD 44.0)
If you are keen on exploring Munich in a unique way, join in for a four-hour bike tour of Munich. Along the way, you will get to visit famous landmarks such as the Odeonsplatz Castle with its Italian-style architecture and the beautiful English Garden. If you wish, you can end off the tour at the Chinese Tower Restaurant and Beer Garden and cool down with a refreshing Bavarian beer and some traditional Bavarian food.
Munich Sightseeing Guided Bike Tour
Duration: 3 to 4 hours
6. Hike through the lush greenery of the summer Alps (from USD 173.5)
This seven-hour hike through the summer Alps will take you from the base of Debela Poeč to its peak, where you will be able to enjoy a spectacular view of the Julian Alps to the north and west, the tranquil Lake Bled to the south, the rugged Karavanke Ridge to the East and the Karavanke-Savinja Alpine Ridge in the distance on the south-eastern side. Complimentary transport will be arranged from Lake Bled to Pokljuka plateau, where your hike will begin. A knowledgeable and experienced guide will bring you through many great photo-taking stops along the way, and a treat of traditional mountain-Slovenian food await you at a cosy cabin on your trek down the hill.
Panoramic Hike in Julian Alps
Duration: 7.0 hour
7. Have a sleigh ride through the Alps (from USD 110.0)
Because it snows year-round on the Alps, you will be able to enjoy a festive sleigh ride through the Alps even when it is not Christmas time! This eight-hour tour departs from Salzburg and brings you up to the Alpine mountain of Dachstein via a private car and ski lift. Enjoy a traditional Austrian lunch at a local inn before hopping on a two-hour sled ride to enjoy the winter wonderland.
Christmas Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride from Salzburg
Duration: 8 hours
8. Take a ski trip to the Alps (from USD 17.0)
Who says that you can’t have a wintry vacation in the summer? On this 10-day skiing adventure from Munich, you’ll get to live at a luxury hotel by the ski slopes and enjoy skiing or snowboarding on the Alps. Although ski rental is not included in the fees, other perks of this ski package include free breakfast each morning, a tour of the Munich Starkbier brewery, and a visit to the majestic Neuschwanstein Castle.
10-Day Ski Trip in the Alps
Duration: 9 days
9. Explore Sleeping Beauty's castle (from USD 108.0)
This two-day tour brings you to see two of the most prominent castles in Bavaria, the Neuschwanstein Castle and the Herrenchiemsee Palace. Neuschwanstein Castle is a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for being the inspiration for Disney’s ‘Sleeping Beauty’. Enjoy a narrated walking tour of its opulent halls and majestic rooms. Herrenchiemsee Palace is known for being King Ludwig II of Bavaria’s place of residence, and is situated by the tranquil Lake Chiemsee. Take a walking tour through the palace with a knowledgeable tour guide.
Neuschwanstein, Herrenchiemsee 2-Day Trip from Munich by Train
Duration: 2 days
10. Enjoy a scenic tour (from USD 526.0)
Travel by train on a scenic route from Austria and Hungary, and enjoy guided tours of both their capitals, Vienna and Budapest. The five-day tour includes luxury four-star hotel accommodation with complimentary breakfast provided each morning, and plenty of free time to explore the cities at your own pace. Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites such as Vienna’s Schönbrunn Palace and learn about key Vienna and Budapest attractions during the guided tours. Other attractions you will get to visit include the Budapest Parliament House and Vienna’s State Opera House.
5-Day Sightseeing Tour from Vienna to Budapest
Many great summer options in Austria
If you plan on heading down to Austria for the summer, there are many great tours and activities awaiting you. Be sure to check out the above 10 best things to do in Austria over the summer before you visit!
Hop on the Dachstein Glacier Cable Car for spectacular views
Contributed by Content Creator, July
Source: July
On the Dachstein Glacier Cable Car, you can reach an altitude of 2,700 m (8,858.27 ft) in just 6 minutes. It even features a balcony where you can enjoy the entire ride in the open air. Besides the spectacular view, there are also several attractions waiting for you at the top. A suspension bridge, the “Stairway to Nothingness,” and an ice palace.
The round trip, including all attractions, currently costs 55 EUR (59.73 USD) per person, and you have to reserve your ticket online in advance (only during the summer season).
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