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1. Bavaria’s Alpine Lakes: The Antidote to Stress
Before heading to charming yet also modern Munich and the Bavarian Alps, spend some time at Munich's visitor-friendly Airport. It is a marvelous introduction to Bavaria’s beautiful capital. Visitors like to relax at the Airbräu Restaurant, which won a Gold Beer Award for its "Kumulus" wheat beer, brewed in the Airport. The Exhibition "Mysterious Traveller" will be shown at the Airport’s Terminal 2 until May 25, 2008. After having sampled Munich’s cultural delights, enjoy Bavaria’s mountains and lovely lakes. Lake Starnberg and Lake Ammersee are less than an hour from Munich. A lake cruise acquaints you with the ancient cultural landscapes surrounding the scenic lakes. Whether it’s the allergen-free air around the Zugspitze, or the salubrious mud baths in the Ammergau Alps, or the magic of Lake Königssee at the eastern end of the German Alpine Road, you will recharge your batteries in no time at all.
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2. Austria’s Glacial Lakes are Hot Escapes!
When did you last swim in drinking water? Austria is famous for its many pristine lakes whose water is so pure you can drink it. You can choose between the invigorating crystal-clear waters of a mountain lake or the relaxing tranquility of the warm bathing lakes. Float in Lake Mondsee, Upper Austria’s warmest lake, while gazing at the impressive Drachenwand. Dive into the turquoise colored Attersee. Surf and sail in Salzburg’s scenic Lake District. Celebrate romantic dinners on Lake Wolfgangsee. Tirol’s Achensee Lake offers a new adrenaline-thrill courtesy of AirRofan! Lake Constance lets you cruise to three countries in three hours… The delights of Austria’s 9,000 lakes are yours at amazingly affordable rates.
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3. Alpine Lakes in the Rhône-Alpes hold surprises
Although skiing is still in full swing and will continue until May in the Rhône-Alpes’ northern resorts, spring is a good time to plan for an escape to the lovely lakes in the French Alps. Lake Bourget is home to Aix-les-Bains, the quintessential French spa resort. Lake Geneva is the precious backyard of Evian-les-Bains, where you can swim in the famous mineral water. Lake Annecy boasts the purest water in Europe and offers cruises and guided hiking tours around the lake. The Oignin Lake and the Bonlieu Lake near the Haut-Jura Nature Park are ideal destinations for a camping trip with the entire family.
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4. From Lake Constance to Lake Geneva – Life Pulsates with Activities
Switzerland is the water tower of Europe. Its lakes are among the world’s most popular vacation destinations. From Lake Constance to Lake Geneva, from Lake Thun to Lake Brienz, and from Lake Lucerne to Lake Zürich – the scenic and cultural variety is amazing. You will even find sandy beaches like seashores. The lakes’ crystal clear water is the gift of the glaciers and its only natural that these mineral-rich lakes serve also as drinking water reservoirs. Swiss ingenuity has created lively cities and enchanting villages along their shores. Visitors enjoy the budget-priced cruises from one famous highlight to the next. Whether your adventure consists of floating from Lucerne to Mt. Pilatus, from Lausanne to the Castle of Chillon, or from the Zähringer Castle to the Beatus Caves on Lake Thun, the experience is unforgettable.
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5. Legendary Lakes Lure Visitors to Italy’s Alpine Arc
Northern Italy is not only home to the Italian Alps, but it is also is blessed with some of the world’s most beautiful lakes. One is more beautiful than the next and it is not surprising that all of these crystal clear bodies of water attract visitors from near and far. Lake Garda is Italy’s largest lake. On a romantic cruise it is easy to see why it inspired poets and painters. Lake Maggiore, Italy’s second largest lake has a Mediterranean climate and exotic vegetation. Year after year visitors from the United States and beyond flock to Lake Como whose cultural history dates back over two millennia. Bellagio, overlooking the lake and the Alps, is one of its fabulous resort towns.
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