Lakes Region, Austria

We were able to visit the towns of Mondsee, Zall em See, and Halstatt. The lakes region is one of the most beautiful parts of Austria and only about an hour ride from Salzburg, some you can get to by bus which was how we got out to Mondsee the previous day. We opted for a car the following and after visiting Halstatt an extremely beautiful yet overly touristed town we got off the beaten path and did a bit of exploring. We headed southwest to the town of Zal em See through dirt backroads. Crossing mountains and streams along old wooden bridges along the way. We climbed up a nearby mountain and had lunch in an authentic austrian hut at the top. These huts are common in the Alps and some have wonderful food and beer, all having outstanding views. They are usually located on foot and bike trails as Austrians favorite past time is hiking, walking and biking along their mountainous countryside.

In Mondsee, we came across an interesting famous landmark. Their church is the same church that was used for the wedding scene in the Sound of Music.Read more