The most memorable Christmas and New Year stories tend to take place where people are not afraid of changing traditions. They spend the best days of the Christmas holidays on tourist cruises. Vacationers in Austria are provided with a huge selection of entertainment options. Tourists are usually in a hurry to indulge in hot punch and take advantage of the offerings of the Christmas markets. But what could be more pleasant than riding a horse-drawn carriage, when, wrapped in a warm blanket, you are drinking a hot drink or enjoying the taste of baked potatoes! A special feature of the trips is the opportunity to appreciate the skills of high-class musicians on the streets of Vienna.
Did you know that in Austria, there is a wonderful unique custom? Here, right after twelve beats on New Year's Eve, Johann Strauss's waltz "On the beautiful blue Danube" is danced. Unlike other countries performing their anthems at the most solemn moment of the year, the Austrians honor their beloved composer.
Luxury Viennese classics open the famous ball season on 31 December and 1 January. However, tickets for this great event should be booked a year in advance. Applications are accepted only one day a year - January 2. But for those who could not get to the most magical holiday in Austria, the Grand New Year's concert of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra is broadcast on the big screen of the Town Hall Square.
Christmas traditions in Austria are not only holiday preparations, but also a time for reflection. The smell of freshly baked cookies, a wonderfully decorated Christmas tree or a story by the fireplace creates a romantic and inspiring atmosphere.
Sylvester's bell
The history of all Santa Clauses has the same 17th century age and began in the city of Patara (the territory of modern Turkey). The tradition of appointing your own Santa Claus has taken root all over the world. Having become an international Christmas hero, Saint Nicholas comes to every family and brings gifts: some under the tree, some under a pillow, and some with a shoe. Therefore, in honoring Sylvester, Austrian children do not forget Nikolai. A fan of the world famous Viennese balls in the Hofburg Palace - Sylvester, sends out invitations to the holiday around the world in advance.
Austrian Santa Claus became kind Sylvester just 300 years ago. Previously, he had a completely different disposition and was called menacingly - Weinnachtsman, which is translated as "night man". The old man (the evil spirit Weinnachtsman) frightened disobedient children, especially those who did not want to fall asleep on time.
But, over time, the story of St. Nicholas became known in Austria. Adults had no choice but to come up with a happy reincarnation of an evil spirit. The chimney sweep played a leading role in this charitable action. Seeing an old man with a child in his arms, he punished the villain out of love for children. Weinnachtsman became very kind. But the marzipan gingerbread he gives to kids is baked in the shape of a chimney sweep figurine. Sylvester's bell sounds now only for luck. There is one more task of Sylvester's bell - to drive away evil demons. The magic of bell ringing is a spectacular event in Alpine culture.
A holiday under the sky
Thousands of tourists prefer scenic spots and fun activities. Many people take skiing as a hobby. This is a kind of amateur track in the open air. While enjoying delicious mulled wine, delicate apple strudel of Austrian cuisine, everyone hopes for good luck in the New Year. The hot punch contains red wine, rum, orange juice, lemon and spices like cloves and cinnamon. The winter months in Austria include fairs and general fun. But there are also tranquil Alpine-style chalet-style areas and Austria still leaves the sweetest memories of magical Christmas holidays.
The spring sun on the face and the firn snow under the skis are visible as far as the eye allows, guarantees winter sports fun until late spring.
The mountain climate in the health centers of Austria is complemented by modern services, among which are popular:
- bio sauna;
- infrared sauna with color therapy;
- steam bath;
- Finnish salt water sauna;
- steam grotto;
- indoor and outdoor pool;
- fitness center and gym.
The winter season attracts, first of all, the ski slopes. One of the best is Hohe Wand-Wiese, located on the outskirts of Vienna, 30 minutes from the city center. Its length is 400 meters with a maximum slope of 25%. Ranked in the top of the best ski resorts, Hohe Wand-Wiese hosts major sporting events. The festivities are accompanied by Christmas markets in St. Wolfgang, St. Gilgen and Strobl, traditional events at Lake Wolfgang. The floating lantern of the lake is a light dedicated to peace.
“Meeting the New Year” - God forbid, that the number 13 turns out! London. Belgian cuisine in general can be defined as "gourmet". Japan. Parisians treat New Year's Eve in a special way. Paris. Australia is celebrating the New Year. For example, gifts for children are placed on a special tray. Well, and evergreen spruce occupied a special place among all trees.
"New Year's Program" - Thank you for your attention! But isn't the New Year a magical holiday ... We invite you to real fair festivities! "Winter vitominomania". But not simple, but New Year's. The program includes: - militarized relay races. Have fun everyone! Start celebrating NG! And again winter ruthlessly bursts into our life!
"New Year's Traditions in the World" - New Year in Italy. New Year. New Year in Japan. New Year in Romania. New Year in different countries. New Year in China. Santa Clauses. Traditions of celebrating the New Year. New Year in France. New Year in England. New Year in Finland. New year in Russia. New Year in Turkey. New Year in Austria. New Year in Scotland.
“How New Year is Celebrated” - Italy. France. China. The New Year should be started free of everything old. How to celebrate the new year. New Year is the children’s favorite holiday. Each family prepares a mochi New Year treat. The custom of giving New Year's gifts came to us from Ancient Rome. India. The symbol of 2011. England. What should be present on the festive table at the 2011 meeting.
"New Year's Traditions" - New Year's traditions from different countries. New Year's traditions in Hungary. The material I have collected and the presentation will make it possible to have an interesting thematic class hour in any class (from 1 to 11 grades). A connoisseur of New Year's traditions. Quiz. Bibliography. New Year is the most mysterious holiday that opens to us the world of good fairy tales and magic.
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Austria has a wide variety of traditional folk customs, cultural events and opportunities to celebrate the New Year.
The New Year is usually greeted with colorful fireworks, loud firecrackers, bogeymen and rockets. This tradition is rooted in pagan customs. Sylvester falls just in the middle of the twelve so-called Christmastide nights between Christmas on December 24 and Epiphany on January 6. The Germans were afraid of the prevailing darkness during the winter solstice, when, according to their beliefs, the spirits, the dead, ghosts and other ominous characters brought misfortune to people. With a loud noise, the clicking of whips and burning wooden wheels, they tried to drive away evil and darkness from themselves.
A special custom in the Salzburg region is the processions of the Perchts during Christmas nights. Processions with traditional masks are held in many cities of the region. With the ringing of bells, perchta should drive away the winter with its evil spirits or the old year. The growing influence of Christianity did not affect such customs, and fireworks were preserved in the form of cheerful performances.
Pummerin and Danube Waltz
In Austria, the New Year is usually celebrated with family or friends. At the same time, a joint meal has long occupied an important place: being together symbolizes protection from evil forces. The variety of culinary customs at New Year's Eve is often associated with superstitious beliefs. Previously, the remnants of the New Year's meal were left on the table until the morning of the new year, in the form of a symbol of abundance and fertility that the next year should bring.
Fish dishes are popular on this day, especially the Christmas carp, which is still a symbol of happiness and constant growth. Pork consumption should also bring good luck - the German expression "Schwein haben" dates back to the Middle Ages, when the pig was a symbol of prosperity, fertility and happiness. In addition to the traditional Christmas food, there are other foods that are popular as well. At Christmas parties, guests are served, for example, fondue, raclette or cold snacks. The restaurants serve New Year's multi-course menus.
Hot punch - Feuerzangenbowle, which is popular throughout Austria, is also typical.
To make punch, use red wine, rum, oranges or orange juice, lemons or lemon juice, cinnamon and cloves. Other ingredient options are also possible. Oranges and lemons in the form of juice are added together with red wine in a special vat for punch or a punch. Cinnamon and cloves are also added to red wine. All this is heated, but not brought to a boil. Then a sugar loaf is placed over the vat on the chimney tongs (hence the name of the drink).
It is poured with high-grade rum and set on fire. To enhance the effect and create a certain atmosphere, before that you need to turn off all the lamps. The sugar melts and drips into the spiced red wine. In this case, you need to constantly add hot rum until the sugar loaf is completely melted.
New Year's Eve and New Year's Eve in Austria are marked by the ringing of the Pummerin, Austria's largest bell at St. Stephen's in Vienna, as well as a waltz, fortune telling on melted lead and a glass of champagne or sparkling wine. Since these drinks in ancient times could only be afforded by wealthy people, they still matter more than a glass of wine. Sparkling bubbles also symbolize the joy and fun that is dreamed of in the coming year.
People usually guess at the lead at private celebrations about what the next year will be like.
In this case, small pieces of lead are melted over a fire, and then the molten lead is poured into water to cool. The resulting bizarre figures are then interpreted, relying on their own imagination or the help of advisers. Kits for divination with lead before the New Year can be purchased everywhere and for little money. This custom of predictions took place in ancient Rome.
Talismans that bring happiness
Small figurines that are given to family members, friends and relatives should bring happiness in the new year. Little pigs, chimney sweeps, clover leaves, horseshoes and ladybugs made of glass, plastic, marzipan or chocolate are especially popular. Small coins should bring prosperity and wealth in the coming year. The pig, as already mentioned, has long been a symbol of prosperity and happiness. A chimney sweep brings happiness, as cleaning the chimneys was very important in the past - in order to prevent blockages and, as a result, fires.
In addition, a four-leaf clover is often presented to Sylvester in Austria. The rare four-leaf clover is a symbol of happiness and is sold as a potted plant in many variations at this time. The tradition of giving a small metal horseshoe came from the distant past: before, horseshoes were nailed to the gates of a house or courtyard, since it was believed that they were protecting property. It is also important that it hangs open side up - otherwise happiness will fall out of the horseshoe!
With the phrase “Prosit Neujahr” (“Happy New Year”) we wish you success and happiness in the new year. The word Prosit is borrowed from the Latin language and means "let there be good luck." The wish for “Gute Rutsch ins neue Jahr” (“Have a good start to the new year”) goes back to the Yiddish word “rosch” or the word “rosh”, which means “beginning” in Hebrew.
This is a service for those who do not want to celebrate the New Year in a crowd of thousands and want to see the whole panorama of sparkling Dubai.
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CHRISTMAS
Christmas in Austria, like in other Catholic countries, is celebrated on December 25th. In Austria, stormy preparations for the holiday begin long ago. About a month before Christmas, the Christmas fast, called Advent by the Austrians, begins, and with it the agonizing expectation of the holiday. Austrian homes are starting to decorate Christmas wreaths with four candles. The candles are installed in turn: the first candle is lit on the first Sunday of Lent, the second on the second, and the third on the third. Thus, all 4 candles are already lit on Christmas Eve. Throughout Advent, on Saturdays, Viennese shops are open much longer than usual - so that everyone has time to buy Christmas gifts for relatives, colleagues and friends
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During Advent, Christmas markets open throughout Austria. Such bazaars have their roots in the deep Middle Ages. The Vienna Christmas Market is the oldest Christmas market in all German-speaking countries. The inhabitants of Vienna received the right to organize this fair back in 1298. The first bazaar was set up in Vienna's Graben street. Now such bazaars with sugar sweets, spicy mulled wine and punch, glass Christmas tree toys can be found in almost every corner of Vienna.
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CHRISTMAS SYMBOL
christmas wreaths with four candles
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ASSUMPTION OF THE MOTHER OF GOD
On August 15, Austria celebrates the feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. According to sacred tradition, the Holy Virgin spent the last days of her life in the house of one of the most devoted and beloved followers of the Savior - John the Theologian. All of Christ's disciples were present at her deathbed, with the exception of Thomas, who could only get there on the third day after her death. Yielding to his prayers, the apostles lifted the lid of the coffin, but instead of the body they saw only a scattering of flowers. It is with this event that the rite of illumination of plants in temples is connected.
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NEW YEAR
The decree, according to which the citizens of Austria began to celebrate the New Year on the night of December 31st to January 1st, was issued in 1691 by Pope Innocent XII. The Austrians call the evening of the last day of the outgoing year the Evening of St. Sylvester. For this holiday in Austria, punch is always made from red wine with the addition of cinnamon and sugar. Most of the buildings are decorated with green garlands. New Year in Austria is full of colors, confetti, festive ribbons are flying in the air, champagne is pouring like a river. At midnight, trumpets from the old church towers herald the beginning of the New Year. New Year's fireworks begin, which should drive away the evil spirits of the outgoing year.
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National holiday of the republic
The national holiday of the Austrian republic is celebrated in Austria on October 26th. The history of the holiday is as follows. During World War II, the allied occupation forces were stationed in Austrian territory for a whole decade. In 1943, the leaders of Great Britain, the USSR and the USA met in Moscow, who announced their decision to re-establish Austria as a sovereign state. Traditionally, the most important festive events on this day are held in Vienna, on Heroes' Square, the very place where eternal neutrality was declared, but despite the celebrations, most Austrians leave the city on this holiday to go on short trips or take a country walk together. with my family.
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ST. NICOLAS DAY
St. Nicholas Day in Austria is celebrated on the night of December 6th. By the evening of December 5th, children are polishing their shoes to a shine and putting them out the door. When children go to bed, adults hide small souvenirs, coins and sweets in it: tangerines, sweets, nuts, homemade cookies, apples. On December 6, in the morning, the children run to check whether Saint Nicholas brought them gifts. According to Austrian traditions, the good-natured Nikolaus is always accompanied by the "villain" Krampus.
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TRINITY
On May 11, Austria celebrates Catholic Pentecost or the Day of the Holy Spirit. Trinity is celebrated on the fiftieth day of Easter. On Trinity, the memory of the condescension of the Holy Spirit on the holy apostles is honored. The Austrians celebrate this holiday for two days - from Sunday Trinity to Monday Trinity. In Austria, Trinity Monday is declared one of the main church holidays and is an official day off. The symbols of the Trinity in Austria are considered to be fire, water and a dove.
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DAY OF SAINT STEPHANES
St. Stephen's Day is celebrated in Austria on December 26th. On this day, believers honor the memory of the first holy great martyr who suffered for Christianity. This feast is the patronal in the Vienna Cathedral - the most important cathedral in the Austrian capital, which was consecrated back in 1147. St. Stephen's Day is a more secular holiday as opposed to a warm family Christmas evening with the family. This holiday is usually celebrated with friends and acquaintances.
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DAY OF MEMORY OF LEOPOLD
On November 15, Austria celebrates the Day of Remembrance of Leopold (Patron Saint of Austria). It is an official public holiday both in the capital of the country and in its upper and lower parts. Saint Leopold belonged to the Babenberg dynasty. It was he who laid the foundations for the influential policy of Austria. In 1104, he sided with Prince Henry, an opponent of his father, Henry IV, and supported the uprising against the emperor. Thus, he won the trust of the prince, who later became the new ruler of the Holy Roman Empire. Henry V agreed to the marriage of his sister to Leopold, which contributed to the significant rise of Austria in the eyes of the Roman Empire.
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MOTHERS DAY
The Austrians celebrate Mother's Day every second Sunday in May. Celebrating this day is not much different from celebrating International Women's Day. On Mother's Day, children give their mothers the first spring bouquets, in schools and circles, under the guidance of teachers, they make homemade gifts, teach poetic congratulations. On this day, many entertainment events are held, beautiful cakes are decorated in pastry shops, and restaurant menus are expanding due to festive dishes. Mother's Day is rooted in antiquity. In those days, almost every nation had its own deity, dedicated to the cult of motherhood, who was worshiped and in whose honor solemn ceremonies were organized.
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FATHER'S DAY
Also, the Austrians have Father's Day - they celebrate it, as a rule, on the day of the Ascension. Children also give their fathers crafts and read poetry; a tie is considered a traditional gift for a man on this day, and regardless of whether he wears this piece of clothing or not.
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HOLIDAY OF THE THREE KINGS
The day of the Baptism of the Lord in Austria is celebrated on January 6. This holiday is celebrated in honor of the day when the three wise men (in the Catholic tradition they are called magic kings) brought their gifts to the infant Christ. In memory of this event, a festive service is held annually in Catholic churches and sacrifices are made to Jesus Christ: gold - like a king, myrrh - like a man, incense - like God. In the old days, on this holiday, people dressed up as three kings and went to other people's homes. This tradition still takes place today. The mummers go door-to-door, singing songs to the owners and reciting poems.
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ALL SAINTS DAY halloween
Halloween is celebrated on the night of All Saints' Day. On this day, the priests tried to please the god of the dead with sacrifices. In the form in which it exists now, the holiday came from America. Today and in Austria on this day they dress up as skeletons and vampires, and the symbol of the holiday is a pumpkin with a face cut into it and lighted candles inside.
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LABOR DAY
Every year, on the first of May, the Austrians celebrate Labor Day. The decoration of the Maypole has become a May Day tradition. In the ancient Austrian tradition, the Maypole was represented in the form of a pillar made of wood, peeled from bark, it was painted, decorated with flowers, branches with young green leaves or multi-colored twigs, a wheel was sometimes installed on the top of the pillar. together they symbolized fertility. Seven multi-colored ribbons on the pole represented a rainbow. The maypole was usually located in the very center of the village or village.
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VALENTINE'S DAY
February 14 Valentine's Day is celebrated in all Catholic countries, and Austria is certainly no exception. On this day, many married couples, and just lovers from different parts of Austria, go to the small but very welcoming town of Krumbach, which is comfortably located in Bavaria not far from Munich. Many couples in love want to get there, and this is not at all an accident. After all, it is in this town, in a small church, that the relics of St. Valentine, the bishop of Thorny, are kept, after whose name this holiday is named. Once upon a time, the bishop presented bunches of lovers with bouquets of flowers - now, on the contrary, lovers bring him bouquets.
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Men and children in Austria do not receive gifts on this day, all attention is directed only to women. The Austrians have made Valentine's Day something like the second International Women's Day, when men present their loved ones with chocolates, flowers and jewelry. They do not forget about beautiful postcards - the gift must be accompanied by a valentine-heart.
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EASTER
In Austria, Easter is the end of Lent and is celebrated in essentially the same way as in other Catholic countries. ... Lent lasts forty days. The most popular Easter gifts in Austria are eggs. Eggs don't have to be real. Craftsmen make glass, wooden eggs, which are then hand-painted. Eggs don't have to be real. Craftsmen make glass, wooden eggs, which are then hand-painted. Easter bunnies are another indispensable attribute of Easter in Austria. During Easter week in Vienna there is "Easter Bell" - the orchestra of the Austrian Philharmonic plays Baroque music.
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MARTINGASEL
Martinghazel is celebrated in Austria on November 11. Goose cooked according to special holiday recipes is eaten at Martinghazel in Austria At Martinghazel in Austria, a goose is eaten according to special holiday recipes. Nowadays, Austrians celebrate Martinghazel not only with home gatherings with eating a goose, but also going out with friends.Today, Austrians celebrate Martinghazel not only with home gatherings with eating a goose, but also going out with friends. Heurigers are especially popular among them - small restaurants where young wine pours like a river. Usually such establishments are located somewhere closer to the outskirts of Vienna.
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SITTEN UND BRÄUCHE
Das Ziel des Projektes: die Zusammenfassung der Forschungsergebnissen über die Festen in Österreich in der deutschen Sprache. Das Projekt: "Sitten und Bräuche in Österreich" Einleitung.
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An dem Projekt haben die Schüler der neunten Klasse Bacharewa Irina, Sadkowa Alöna, Birjukow Wowa, Bagischewa Majja gearbeitet. Die Leiterin des Projekts ist die Lehrerin der Deutschen Sprache Katkowa Tatjana Jurjewna Bakluschi
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New Year in Austria is celebrated on the night of December 31 to January 1. The inhabitants of the country call this holiday Silvesterabend (Saint Sylvester's Day). The Austrians meet him on a special scale: with songs, dances, fireworks, firecrackers, sparklers. They believe that loud sounds and fun drive away the troubles of the old year and evil spirits.
The busiest festivities take place in Vienna. The country's main Christmas tree is being erected near the Town Hall. Each year, a coniferous beauty is presented to the capital by one of the federal states. Before the opening of the tree, a traditional concert is held with the participation of musical groups and the official speech of the burgomaster (head of the city administration). Festive lighting is lit on the building of the City Hall. A Christmas market has been operating on the square since November. Here you can buy gifts and souvenirs, taste gingerbread and mulled wine with a variety of flavors: apple, cinnamon, citrus, amarette. Since January, an ice rink of impressive beauty and size has been flooded on the square.
During the winter holidays, it is popular for Austrians to attend cultural events. On the eve of the New Year, the Fasching carnival season opens in Vienna. On December 31 and January 1, Strauss's operetta The Bat, which has become a symbol of the New Year, is held at the Vienna Opera. New Year's balls are held in the Hofburg Palace, the hallmark of which is the waltz.
Traditions and rituals
During the New Year holidays, Austrians adhere to old traditions and customs.
Fortune telling on molten lead is popular. The Austrians melt a piece of lead over a candle and then pour it into cold water. In the image of the resulting figurine, they are trying to consider their future. The heart foreshadows love, the sun or a cap - health and well-being, a hunchbacked old woman - misfortune.
At midnight, it is customary among Austrians to kiss their loved ones. Kisses attract happiness and good luck.
The morning of January 1 is especially loved by children. They put on beautiful costumes, go from house to house, sing New Year's songs, for which they are generously presented with sweets.
The Austrians' New Year's menu includes traditional dishes. The centerpiece on the festive table is the baked suckling pig. This dish symbolizes good luck in the coming year. Every Austrian should try a slice of pork or pork heel at a festive dinner. Such a ritual helps to attract happiness.
The New Year's table is decorated with edible figurines of pigs, which the hostesses make from various dough, butter fudge, chocolate, eggs and marzipan. As for fish dishes, Austrians prefer baked carp, which symbolizes wealth. For dessert, mint ice cream is served, which is laid out in the form of a four-leaf clover - a sign of good luck. Traditional drinks on the New Year's table are champagne and cinnamon-flavored punch.
For the New Year in Austria, it is customary to give friends and relatives small talismans and souvenirs that will bring prosperity and success to the owner. Figures and postcards depicting chimney sweeps, four-leaf clover, piglets are popular. Exclusive gifts include antique coins and horseshoes.
Cities and resorts
New Year's holidays in Austria will please the most pampered travelers.
Holidays in Vienna will be held on a special scale. Streets, windows of houses and shops will surprise you with their lush decoration of thousands of electric and coniferous garlands. Fairs and street concerts will allow you to plunge into the New Year's atmosphere. Fans of lavish celebrations will be able to attend Viennese balls and carnivals.
Ski and thermal resorts will allow you to spend your vacation interesting and with health benefits. Thanks to the comfortable microclimate, clean air and magnificent snow, more than a thousand ski villages and sports complexes are located in the Austrian Alps. The most prestigious resorts are Lech, St. Anton, Zell am See, Mayrhofen, Bad Gastein. Ski centers have a well-developed infrastructure and professional tracks. Bad Kleinkirchheim combines a ski and thermal spa.
