The lesser-known Austria with breathtaking hikes and bloody good food

This part of Austria must be seen to be believed (Pictures: Sophie-May Williams)

It’s a sunny September afternoon, and I’m sitting by a lake, tucking into a ‘jause.’

A traditional Austrian spread of rye bread, salami, cheeses, and pickles are laid out before me — key ingredients for this hearty snack.

Cows slosh around in the water, bells swinging from their necks, creating a serene soundtrack.

It’s perfect, but it occurs to me that this isn’t the first ‘pinch-me’ moment I’ve had today.

I’ve spent the morning hiking in Austria’s Tyrol region, 2,596 metres above sea level, ...