Our Walking Holidays in Austria are Completely Independent There are no leaders or groups, so you can always stop when you feel like it, to rest or to look at something that interests you without feeling that you are holding others up.
	Welcome to Russell Hafter Holidays, specialists for independent Walking Holidays in Austria, Germany and nearby areas of the bordering countries. Our philosophy is to offer holidays for the individual, and as we know that different people have different interests, you are never required to conform to the wishes of a group, and you walk at the pace that you decide, not that of anyone else. We offer currently offer walking holidays in the Salzkammergut (or Austrian Lake District) and the Tyrol in Austria, as well as throughout Germany and in parts of the Czech Republic and Belgium. We can also arrange walking holidays eslewhere in Austria, such as along the heights above the River Danube and in the Bregenzerwald in western Austria. We also offer cycling holidays in Austria and Germany. Please see the map below for an overview of Austria, then either select one of the following links for full information on our holidays in The Austrian Lake District, The Tyrol, or choose a particular topic from the listing to the left. A Holiday in Austria offers: Friendly and Hospitable People Good Service Value for money Dramatic Landscapes Vibrant Art & Culture Regional Cuisines Easy Access: by Rail, Sea, Road or Air Flexibility Walking in Austria is: Exploring a countryside of gorgeous lakes and dramatic mountains, as well as forests, nature reserves and vineyards Discovering the riches of ancient Celtic cultures Enjoying a wealth of wildlife; birds and butterflies, deer, squirrels and wild boar Staying in friendly local hotels and inns where the owner takes a real pride in their service Having the security of a local hotline Russell Hafter Holidays: Are backed by experience unrivalled by that of any other operator Include fully detailed maps - 1:50 000 scale, English language notes and a glossary of German words found on maps Give you freedom to walk alone or with friends, without anyone else telling you what to do and where to go Allow you to walk at the pace you choose, not that of someone else Include time to stop when and where you like, to enjoy a glass of wine from a local vineyard, a beer from the local brewery, or Kaffee und Kuchen - coffee and cake Are holidays, not an endurance test. We take care of your luggage

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