The northeastern part of Austria, bordering Germany and the Czech Republic, is called Upper Austria. The state of Upper Austria is composed of several regions. In a series of four blogs, we take you to the Danube region and the regions of Mühlviertel, Pyhrn-Priel, and Vitalwelt. Each of them has a unique character and distinct attractions. We conclude this blog with a visit to Linz, the beautiful capital of the state.
Various regions in Upper Austria for an active holiday
The Danube region lies between the German city of Passau and the town of St. Nikola. Here, you’ll find the ‘Donauradweg’, one of the most popular cycling routes in Europe. It’s a stunning route along a beautiful river. Along the Danube, there are several interesting places to visit.
To the northeast of Linz lies the Mühlviertel region. Here, it’s not the Danube that dominates but the green hills. Agriculture, with special emphasis on herbs and hops, is practiced here. Freistadt is the economic center of the region, a beautiful town with a unique center.
The Pyhrn-Priel region is located in the south of Upper Austria and is characterized, among other things, by the higher mountains found there. It’s a delightful area for skiing, cycling, or hiking.
Vitalwelt is characterized by a more hilly environment and is located southwest of Linz. As the name suggests, you can work on your vitality here. There are wellness and relaxation centers with thermal baths. For a more active approach, it’s a great place for cycling.
Cycling in the Danube region in Upper Austria
Most tourists explore the Danube region in Upper Austria with a bicycle tour along the "Donauradweg" (Danube Cycle Path). This is the major tourist attraction of the region and one of the most popular cycling routes in Europe....
The vital region of Vitalwelt in Upper Austria
Where the challenging environment of the Austrian mountains inspires and challenges you, in Vitalwelt you can take things a bit easier. In this area, we find thermal baths with plenty of opportunities for entertainment, both in and out of...
Active travel destination Pyhrn-Priel in Upper Austria
The southern region of Pyhrn-Priel in Upper Austria is characterised by its higher mountains, making it an attractive destination both in winter and summer. We visited in spring and found that after rain, sunshine follows. It’s a...
Brewers and herbs in Mühlviertel
North of Linz lies the Mühlviertel region. Here, it is not the Danube that dominates but the green hills. Agriculture is practised with a particular focus on herbs and hops. The area around Freistadt is known as the largest producer of...
Linz, the capital of Upper Austria
Linz, the capital of the state, is a beautiful city with a rich history. This university city is beautifully situated along the Danube. You’ll find several interesting buildings, squares, and references to science. In a separate blog, we will extensively cover what to see and do in Linz.
We visited Linz and the four mentioned regions in Upper Austria at the invitation of Oberösterreich Tourismus. The content of this blog has been compiled independently and objectively based on our own impressions.
