Fondue is big cheese of the Austrian alps
In Australia fondue is sort of, well, cheesy. But in Austria it all starts to make sense.
Unloved but lovely: Linz is not your average fairytale
In Linz, Keith Austin finds a city that's more Grimm, than grim.
The best way to visit the 'land of castles'
In Austria, it seems that beyond every bend is a castle or some other stunning edifice.
Vienna's secret of the sacher-torte
"Let us eat cake!" I long to shout as we're led through the top-secret facility in Vienna where the world-famous sacher-torte is made.
Shaken, stirred and stunning: A restaurant worthy of Bond
The high-flying Ice-Q restaurant was built for stardom.
Cooler than the Alps: There's more to this Austrian town than mountains
Innsbruck isn't all about Alps and old town. There is a cool, contemporary side to the Austrian town.
Why Vienna is the world's most liveable city
With its plentiful green spaces, smartly-planned waterways and network of bike lanes, it's no wonder Vienna is consistently rated the world's most liveable city.
Six of the best: Vienna food stops
From sausage stand to schnitzel, these are the eats you can't miss in Vienna.
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Renowned as the birthplace of classical music, Austria is a country of culture and striking beauty. Spectacular snow-capped mountains reflected in deep blue lakes become a skiing mecca in winter, and in summer attract hikers, cyclists and swimmers. Year-round, innovative cuisine sets it apart from its Swiss neighbours; and a sense of grandeur belies the Austrian cheeky demenour, as one visit to Salzburg's trick fountains sum up.
