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Graz has plenty of pools, lakes and shaded summer spots

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Why Visit Austria in Summer? Holiday Ideas From The Alps to Unesco Old Towns

Austria in summer is incredible, with epic Alpine hikes aplenty, dazzling lakes, and snow-free storied UNESCO Old Towns.

Long Weekend In Graz including the Kunsthaus

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How to Spend a Long Weekend in Graz, Austria

Make the most of Austria’s second city with this long weekend in Graz itinerary covering the highlights, hidden gems and practicalities.

Frohnleiten is a small medieval town along the River Mur near Graz, Austria

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12 Magical Medieval Small Towns in Europe To Visit

From boulder-shaped settlements to historic hamlets with underground wine tunnels, these small, medieval, European towns are dreamy.

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6 of Europe’s Best Food Cities & Delicious Destinations

From world-class Basque chefs to Georgia’s transcontinental flavours, Europe’s best food cities & destinations are delicious and diverse.

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Could This Be Austria’s Eurovision 2026 Host City?

Vienna and Innsbruck are top talking points for Eurovision 2026 Host City – but surely Austria’s second city is most deserving of the spotlight?

Graz's Lend district hosts its annual Lendwirbel event

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Graz, Gently: Settling Into a Slower Rhythm in Austria’s Second City

Two weeks into my slow travels in and around Graz, Austria, I’ve not only fallen in love with the city more but started questioning what the perfect ‘city break’ should look like.

Graz's Uhrturm, the clock tower, is the symbol of the city

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10 Best Places to Visit in Europe in Spring

Discover some of the best places to visit in Europe this spring – city breaks, Easter events and warm spring holiday destinations.

Traditional houses surrounded by flowers in Madeira, Portugal

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9 Best Places to Visit in Europe in May

Discover some of the best places to visit in May for a European city break, a beach or island getaway, or for an escape to nature.

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Insider’s Guide to Graz: Things to Do in (and Beyond) the Unesco Old Town

Plan your trip to Austria's second city with this Graz travel guide, covering where to eat, drink, sleep and the best things to do in Graz.

Mechelen's three oldest houses are reflected in the Dyle

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16 Underrated Cities in Europe You Should Visit

These underrated urban escapes deserve much more attention, so why do they remain some of the most underrated cities in Europe?

Hiking The Asitz Mountain is one of the best things to do in Austria

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25 Awesome Things To Do in Austria: Places to Visit, Experiences & Attractions

From experiencing the epic Alps and lakes to Imperial cities and unique attractions, these top things to do in Austria are unforgettable.

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Where To Meet the Makers Who Make Graz, Graz

Graz might be a city, but it can sometimes feel like a village, at least according to its makers, producers and passionate citizens.

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Coffee, Concerts, Courtship & Community: Meet Graz’s Cyclists Creating “Austria’s Bicycle Capital”

From cycling tour concerts to two-wheel dating and sustainable food deliveries, local cyclists share why Graz is best explored by bike.

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Escape to the Asitz Mountain, Where Art Meets the Austrian Alps

Explore the Asitz Mountain of Austria, where hiking, biking, music and culture collide for a perfect summer destination in the Austrian Alps.

Salzburg is one of the best cities to visit in Austria

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Austria’s Best Cities for Cross-Border City Breaks

Upgrade your Austria city break by making it a twin-city, two-country long weekend. These are the best cities in Austria for border-hopping.

Families enjoy the views high above Innsbruck

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Summer Highs in Innsbruck, Where the Alps Are for All

Forget skiing and snow and visit Innsbruck in summer, the best season to explore the Tyrolean city's terraces, trails and tales.

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Green, Green, Graz: Austria’s Sustainable Second-City

Enveloped by the farmlands of Styria, the Austrian city of Graz is a sustainable city break which backs up its green credentials.

Innsbruck's Golden Roof dazzles alongside the summer beer serving terraces

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How To Spend a Weekend in Innsbruck, Austria’s Altstadt in the Alps

Discover the best things to do in Innsbruck with this two or three-day itinerary, covering museums, mountains, culture and cuisine.

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Things to Do in Saalfelden Leogang, Austria’s Magnificent Mountain Getaway

Discover the best things to do in Saalfelden Leogang, Austria, for a sustainable and stunning Austrian Alps escape.

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23 Best hidden gems in Europe: off the beaten path places for 2023

Looking to go off the beaten path in Europe? Then this list of Europe hidden gems will help you discover some unusual destinations in 2023.

The village of Ponto do Sol in Madeira, with green hills and a small bay for swimming

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15 Best Places To Visit in Europe in Winter: Warmest Spots and Winter Wonderlands

From winter wonderlands to the warmest spots, these are some of the best places to visit in Europe in winter.