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Grüner SeeGrüner See is a lake in Styria, Austria in a village named Tragöß. The lake is surrounded by forests and three mountains. The lake was popular among divers who could observe the green meadows in the edge zone of the lake particularly in June when the water is at its highest. Because of the spike in tourist visits that has occurred and expected damage to this sensitive environment, the use of this lake for all watersports activities has been prohibited since 1 January 2016.
Aflenzer BürgeralmThe Aflenzer Bürgeralm, is an alpine settlement in the market town of Aflenz in Styria. It is located north of Aflenz Kurort and below the Windgrube, a secondary peak in the Hochschwab group . It consists of several restaurants and numerous accommodations and is accessed not only by the access road but also by a chairlift. Sports can be practiced on the Bürgeralm both in summer and in winter.
Ybbstal AlpsThe Ybbstal Alps are a mountain range of the Northern Limestone Alps and part of the Eastern Alps, located in Austria.They occupy an area along the borders of the states of Upper Austria, Lower Austria and Styria. The range includes the eastern part of the Eisenwurzen, as well as the Göstling Alps and the Kräuterin in the south.
PräbichlThe ski resort Präbichl – Vordernberg is located in the Hochsteiermark. It is one of the beautiful mountain and also there is a mountain pass which gives you beautiful views of this area. For skiing and snowboarding, there are 20 km of slopes available. 6 lifts transport the guests. The winter sports area is situated between the elevations of 1,100 and 1,608 m.
Eisenerzer ReichensteinA majestic mountain in the Ennstal Alps in the Austrian federal state of Styria. A good trekking destination and also it offers beautiful views too.
Erzberg mineThe Erzberg mine is a large open-pit mine placed in Eisenerz, Styria. Erzberg represents the most important iron ore reserves in Austria and this mine produces round 2,153,000 tonnes of iron ore in line with 12 months. It is also the site of the annual Erzberg Rodeo hard enduro race.
LeopoldsteinerseeA beautiful mountain lake in Styria. It is situated at 628 metres above sea level at the foot of the Seemauer in the western Hochschwab range. The lake is surrounded by rugged mountains with mixed or coniferous forests. A 3 kilometres (1.9 mi) hiking trail circles the lake. There is a local outfit that rents electric or rowing boats. The lake is named after the nearby Leopoldstein Castle.
HochkarHochkar ski area in the Mostviertel offers absolute snow security as far as the eye can see. You can experience skiing pleasure at 1,808 meters and convince yourself of unique piste experiences. The mountain has one detachable quad lift, four normal quad lifts, one double chairlift and three towlifts, one of which is for children.
DürrensteinDürrenstein is a mountain of the Ybbstal Alps in Lower Austria. It is located in the municipality of Lunz am See and is one of the highest peak in the area. It is one of the iconic trekking location and also it offers beautiful views also.
SalzaSalza is a stream in Styria. It originates on the mountain Traisenberg in Lower Austria and flows South of Mariazell through the Styrian nature preserve Wildalpener Salzatal. Today the water of the reservoir is used to power a small electric power plant. Downstream from the reservoir, the Salza is a favorite site for kayakers.
MurinselThe Murinsel, is actually not an island at all, but an artificial floating platform in the middle of the Mur river. Mur Island is in the form of a giant sea shell and measures 47 m in length. Two footbridges connect it with both banks of the Mur. The center of the platform forms an amphitheatre. The arty island was the creation of American artist, Vito Acconci who wanted the ultra-modern construction to evoke a giant sea shell.
Niederalpl PassNiederalpl Pass is a mountain pass at an elevation of 1.232m above the sea level, located in the Austrian state of Styria. It is traversed by State Highway 113 with a maximum grade of 10 percent. It connects Wegscheid and Mürzsteg. At the pass, there are two restaurants and several ski lifts. Neighboring peaks are the Hohe Veitsch and the Tonion.
Hohe VeitschThe Hohe Veitsch is the highest mountain in the Mürzsteg Alps, in the Austrian state of Styria. It is a limestone massif, rich in wildflower meadows and good views, and runs from west to east to the Klein-Veitsch Alm, a distances of around 5.5 km. There is also a plateau walk via Seeboden to the Kleinveitschalm.
GemeindealpeThe Gemeindealpe is a 1626 m high mountain in the Lower Austrian Limestone Alps in the municipality of Mitterbach am Erlaufsee. It is also a beautiful skii area. The slopes are exposed to the east. The lower slopes are equipped with artificial snow machines. This guarantees regular skiing from December to March.
Mariazell BasilicaThis is a Marian Shrine that is considered the most important Pilgrimage destination in Austria attracting about a million pilgrims each year. This basilica is also extremely important for Catholics in the Danube area and in Central Europe. It is the only church named as a national shrine of all German-speaking countries.
Mariazeller BürgeralpeThis is a popular skii resort in the heart of Styria. You can choose from 10 slopes over a total of 14 km catering to all levels of skiing expertise. From pros to beginners, their slopes, which have been tested and awarded the Styrian seal of approval, are perfect for everyone.
Lunzer SeeThe Lunzer See is a body of water at the foot of the Dürrenstein not far from the town of Lunz am See . It is considered to be the only naturally occurring and the coldest lake in Lower Austria. There is a restaurant and boat rentals on the western shore. Boat trips are also offered on the lake. A 4,000 square meter sunbathing area, diving platform, table tennis and a well-run buffet await you in the seaside resort
Mürzsteg alpsThe Mürzsteg Alps are a mountain range of the Northern Limestone Alps, in the Eastern Alps, Austria. The range is part of the Styrian-Lower Austrian Limestone Alps and is separated from its neighbouring groups. The majority of its rocks date to the Triassic period and include Wetterstein Dolomite, Hallstatt Limestone and Mürztal strata.
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HochschwabA beautiful high mountain and the highest summit in the eponymous mountain range. It offers a nice trekking route ad also its summit is a flat, rock and grass-covered dome, that may easily be climbed from the Schiestlhaus.