Reformation and early modern era

The Dachshund - a world view - is shown in an exhibition from the world's largest collection with over 10,000 exhibits.

Banská Štiavnica, a town situated in the midst of the Štiavnické Mountains in central Slovakia, has been added to the UNESCO list of World Heritage sites.

Červený Kameň, one of Slovakia’s best-preserved castles and the most beautiful in the Little Carpathian Mountains, is located just a few dozen kilometres from Bratislava.

Built like an eagle’s eyrie on a cliff above the Orava River in the village of Oravský Podzámok, Orava Castle is one of the biggest tourist attractions in northern Slovakia.

St. Peter’s Cathedral in Regensburg is one of the most important Gothic structures in Bavaria. The Cathedral and its towers, which are visible for miles around, are the centrepiece of the UNESCO World Heritage city of Regensburg.

The largest Baroque palace in Hungary is situated some 20 km north of the capital city. Antal Grassalkovich I, who was a friend of Maria Theresa, had Gödöllő Palace built in the 18th century.

Esztergom Basilica is Hungary’s largest church, and also its most important by rank, as it is the cathedral of the country’s primate.

It’s true that the basilica, named after Stephen I, the founder of the Christian state of Hungary, is no insider’s tip. But it’s certainly a marvel.

The Hungarian State Opera House is one of the most beautiful buildings of its kind in the world. Funded in part by Emperor Franz Joseph and opened in 1884, it has had the best acoustics in Europe since 1970 after La Scala in Milan and the Paris Opera.

Vajdahunyad Castle is located on the lake in Budapest’s City Park (Városliget) and is also famous due to the fact that it combines hundreds of years of Hungarian architecture in just one building.

Hungary’s largest castle, Buda Castle – which is actually an entire castle district rather than just a single castle – is located in the midst of the capital city.

The Primate’s Palace, the city’s largest and most magnificent stately residence, was built by order of Cardinal József Batthyány.

The castle, which towers high above the city on a hill, is Bratislava’s most prominent landmark. The castle was originally the seat of the rulers.

The House of Babenberg, Austria’s first ruling dynasty, arrived here more than 1,000 years ago. A castle, which was in the possession of a Bavarian count named Sizzo, was first mentioned in 830 in connection with the name Melk.

Göttweig’s imperial staircase was originally only accessible ‘pro hospitibus primae notae’, that is, for guests of the first order.

The name Artstetten was first mentioned in an official document in the mid-13th century. The mediaeval stronghold soon became a castle which had various owners in quick succession until Emperor Franz I acquired it in 1823.

The stork colony at Marchegg Castle offers a rich natural experience: one of the largest stork colonies in Europe has been making its way to Marchegg every spring and summer for more than a hundred years.

Eckartsau, the former imperial hunting lodge, is the traditional setting for the Eckartsau Castle Concerts held in April and May each year.

Niederweiden Castle provides a charming contrast to mighty Hof Castle. Designed partly in the style of a French pleasure castle and partly according to the model of the stately villas of Northern Italy.

Prince Eugene of Savoy acquired the castle in 1726 and had it converted into a splendid estate by renowned Baroque architect Lukas von Hildebrandt.

To the east, where the sun rises over Austria, lies a region that invites visitors to discover its rich diversity.

Klosterneuburg Abbey may have a nearly 900-year history, but its attraction for interested visitors today could hardly be more contemporary.

The Old Town inspires visitors with the impressive façades of its historic buildings. There is a lively hustle and bustle in the area throughout the day.

The former residence of Johannes Kepler is a place where people come together to engage in scientific discussions which include the residents of Linz as well as visitors to the city.

Concealed behind huge trees, this church has almost unassuming look. St. Martin’s Church is one of the oldest church buildings in Austria.

Austria’s largest church, the Mariendom or so-called ‘New Cathedral, is located in Linz.

Linz Castle dominates the skyline above the city. Combining historic and modern architecture, this point of interest is also home to a restaurant and the castle museum.

Located on the Danube to the east of Regensburg, in Bach an der Donau, the museum documents 1,800 years of wine-growing tradition between Regensburg and Wörth an der Donau.

A metropolis with millions of inhabitants, a capital city that’s chock full of culture and spas alike, Budapest has a nearly magical way of casting visitors under its spell. It’s not for nothing that the Hungarian capital refers to itself as the ‘Pearl of the Danube’.

The castle, which towers high above the city on a hill, is Bratislava’s most prominent landmark. The castle was originally the seat of the rulers. Today, it is a symbol of Bratislava and houses the Museum of History. From the terrace, you’ll have a one-of-a-kind view of the city.

Passau is located at the confluence of three rivers, the Danube, Inn and Ilz, and borders directly on Upper Austria.

Situated at the Danube’s northernmost point, the city of Regensburg looks back on more than 2,000 years of history.

Visit Gustav Klimt’s legendary painting, ‘The Kiss’ and important works by Schiele and Kokoschka.