Gmunden

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Introducing Gmunden

With its yacht marina, lakeside square and promenades, Gmunden exudes a breezy, Riviera feel. It was formerly known for its castles and ceramics, and it also doubled as an administration centre for both the Habsburgs and the salt trade. Today it makes for an ­attractive stopover in the lakes region.

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Last updated: Oct 2, 2008

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    RE: 18 days in Austria, What to do

    by rossatz 07 August 2011

    You do not mention your interests - so I provide some suggestions about those things I enjoy along with some others perhaps. Septembe…
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    RE: Hiking in Austria 2011

    by yarmoss 11 August 2010

    Hello all, thankyou for the replies! #3: Nice video, looks very scenic. So Gmunden would be a better place to stay then Ebensee? Ok,…
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    RE: Hiking in Austria 2011

    by moniskills 10 August 2010

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pcA_r9qdIpw Also find that part recommendable - this is the view from Gmundnerberg (easy for hiking) givin…

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