Top 10 Best Adventure Activities in Austria to Explore

Austria is a beautiful Alpine country in the southern part of Europe. Famed for its incredible music icons like Mozart & the architectural glory of Vienna. It is filled with endless fun activities to try in Austria that you might not find anywhere else. Thrilling activities are the top highlights for any tour. Whereas, when it comes to Austrian beauty-infused adrenaline-pumping sports the given below list of 10 epic adventure sports of Austria can beat any amusement park offerings in a single row! Let’s have a look at your future holiday adventure plans then! 

List of 10 Interesting Adventures to Try in Austria

1. Mountain Climbing

Austria comprises a lot of beautiful mountain ranges to explore. One of the renowned peaks, especially among mountain lovers is called Zell am See-Kaprun. This peak offers around 25 climbs, all with different degrees of difficulty. Mountain climbing is the best adventure sport in Austria to enjoy the surreal beauty of the Austrian Alps. You can even go on alpine climbing tours to get the most out of this activity. Ferrata Arena Höhenburg on Mooserboden Reservoir is the best alpine tour to begin your climbs. 

Price:  € 380 + expenses

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2. Kayaking & Canoeing

Kayaking & Canoeing is one of the top activities in Austria that can turn a boring group tour into an exhilarating adventure. It is the best way to cheer your friends up! Amidst the clear waters of the Danube river in Vienna, the thrill of exploring various popular landmarks is just hard to explain. It can only be felt! The warmth of the sun over your head & the soothing essence of  Danube create a refined adventure that always stays alive in your memories.

Price: 80 euros onwards

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3. Rafting on the Salzach

If you are really into water sports then rafting is another adrenaline-pumping sport in Salzach Austria that scintillates all the senses of your body. Passing through the white water, crass gushes, and climbing up the paddling passages this tour is the ideal definition of adventure when it comes to water fun! The complete tour takes around approximately 4 hours. If the weather is clear you can also take an exciting day trip trailing around the gushing rivers.

Price: 67 euros per person

4. Canyoning

Canyoning is the most trending adventure activity in Austria these days. Rappeling down the rocks, and climbing around the slippery tracks beneath the waterfalls, is the best adventure you can ever ask for! Salzburger canyons are the perfect spot for starting your canyoning tour, as they offer a diverse range starting from light, reaching up to the most difficult climbs. There are around 15 jumps that take around 6 hours to complete the entire climb. You can also start with short-duration climbs to ease the risk. The minimum age is usually 12 years (10 years when accompanied by an adult) for canyoning.

Price: 65 euros per person

5. Hike at Schmittenhöhe

Hikers Alert! It takes around 40 minutes, to hike at the Zell am See mountains. Whereas, good foods facilitate this fun into a euphoric adventure. You can enjoy nice cheesy delights, delicious sausages & the typical Kaiserschmarrn out on the terrace with a beautiful view of the Austrian peaks at Schmittenhöhe. It is one of the must-try sport in Austria that every explorer should try once. One of the top difficult hikes is from Metterberg to Schwalbenwand. Its base point is at Berggasthof Mitterberg, where you take the no. 82 route to proceed further.  The whole tour takes around 4 hours to complete.

Price: 100 euro onwards

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6. Paragliding from the Schmittenhöhe

Another highlighted fun activity in Austria that attracts a tonne of tourists every year from across the world. Major paragliding tours start from Schmittenhöhe and take an average of 20 minutes. The aerial view comprising of Kitzsteinhorn Glacier, 30 3,000 m high mountains & much more can tempt anyone with a good taste for natural panoramas. Apart from being an amateur, you can also take a 5-day basic training course to make the most out of your experience.

Price: Training will cost 480 euros per person

7. Horseback riding at Zeller Nature Reserve

If you want a complete, natural retreat for your holidays this year, then how about riding the horse amidst forests? Totally old school I know! Porsche Equestrian Club is the provider at Zellers Nature Reserve who can turn this fantasy into a real adventure. . Not only the flowering meadows, & easy turns but the pounding brooks at the southern shore of Lake Zell, are on the list of this horseback riding journey. Whereas, serene beauty of Kitzsteinhorn is the evident view to cherish. This is one of the famous, fun activities in Austria to get a nice natural refreshment. A popular farm Nigglgut, situated 40 kilometers south of Zell lake, also offers rides with an 8-hour exploration of the National Park Hohe Tauern

Price:  20 euros/ hour horse ride.

8. Sledging at Husky Ranches

Who hasn’t been binging over the cute youtube videos of Huskies being Huskies huh? Well, how about riding like a true GOT  sequence over the huskies-powered sleds?. Ankerberg is the popular place to find these furballs at large Husky raches where you can meet & have all kinds of fun with these cute buddies. It is the most unique fun thing to do in Austria during winters

Price: 58 Euros per person

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9. Skiing In Kirchberg

If you also enjoy snowy weather & the cool adventures of Austria that open especially during the winter arrivals then skiing at Kirchberg is the best way to enjoy your holidays. It is located in the state of Tyrol and houses numerous luxurious hotels, resorts, and spas for relaxation. During winters the town is flooded with skiers and snowboarders from around the world who wish to enjoy this sport at its best time.

Price: Average cost: 40 Euros per adult; INR 20 euros per child (Single Day Pass)

10. Deep-Sea Tours of Danube 

For all the underwater enthusiasts out there Danube river is the wonderland of water sports to try in Austria. It offers several activities ranging from deep-sea diving to snorkeling, you will be able to enjoy a great deal of fun in Vienna. Kagran is the hub of such activities if you would like to explore other safe options for underwater expeditions. There are several tour operators nearby Kgarna who can arrange brilliant water sports under the cheapest budget. 

Price: 100 euros onwards

Hope you’ve enjoyed this list of the 10 fun activities to do in Austria 2021 suggested so far! There are many other famous places in Austria to explore such adventure & rush. But a lot of journeys are depended on the weather conditions of the regions. Hence the above-mentioned tours are usually open all around the year. Therefore, plan your travels whenever you feel comfortable the best adrenaline-pumping sports of Austria will be ready at your service! For more engaging blogs like these head on to other travelogues of Adequate Travels Blogs. Till then be safe & follow all the subjected Covid-19 guidelines.

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