Delve into 'Umweltgeschichte in Österreich,' a unique guided experience exploring environmental history within Austria. This tour examines the complex interplay between human activities and ecological changes across the nation. Visitors will uncover the roots of Austria's environmental movement and understand ongoing conservation efforts, connecting local developments to global trends.
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This focus tour delves into Austria's environmental history, exploring the influence of human actions on the environment and vice-versa. It examines the origins of the Austrian environmental movement and contemporary conservation efforts.
This focus tour, titled 'Umweltgeschichte in Österreich' (Environmental History in Austria), invites visitors to explore the intricate relationship between humans and their environment in Austria. It addresses key questions such as the impact of human activities on the environment and how environmental changes, in turn, affect human populations. The tour investigates the historical development of an Austrian environmental movement and highlights the engagement of individuals and groups in environmental protection, both historically and in the present day. It connects these local developments to broader global trends in environmental history.
Registration is requested via the contact form, with a response via email. For inquiries or if a specific date is not yet set, contact [email protected] or call 01 534 10 – 799 (Tue–Fri, 10:00–18:00). The tour is offered for groups of ten or more people, with a maximum of 40 participants split into two groups. A flat rate applies for groups fewer than ten. Information on opening hours, prices, discounts, and cancellation conditions can be found at hdgoe.at/zeiten-preise. Tours can be arranged in languages other than German upon request; indicate the desired language in the booking form.
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