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Kufstein \u2013 Kufstein Fortress has won the Tyrolean vote in the popular Austrian TV show \u201c9 Pl\u00e4tze \u2013 9 Sch\u00e4tze\u201d (9 Places \u2013 9 Treasures), beating two other nominated sites. The city’s landmark will now represent Tyrol in the grand final, broadcast by ORF (Austrian Broadcasting Corporation) on October 26, Austria\u2019s National Day. There, it will compete against the eight winners from the other federal states for the title of \u201cAustria\u2019s Most Beautiful Place 2026.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The imposing towers and historic walls of Kufstein Fortress bear witness to its centuries-old history. © Kufsteinerland \/ Thorben Jureczko<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Three special locations were up for vote in Tyrol\u2014Kufstein Fortress, Riffelsee, and Fotschertal\u2014and Kufstein Fortress received the most votes. For the city\u2019s landmark, visible from afar, this victory in the Tyrol vote now means advancing to the Austria-wide final of \u201c9 Places \u2013 9 Treasures.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kufstein Fortress is far more than just a historical backdrop. For centuries, it has shaped the city\u2019s history and identity. Today, it serves as a museum and event venue, a setting for cultural events and concerts, a special location for weddings, and a familiar gathering place for locals. Perched high above the Inn River and visible from afar by train and highway, it is inextricably linked in many people\u2019s minds with Kufstein and the Kufsteinerland region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The famous Heldenorgel, the world\u2019s largest open-air organ, resounds at Kufstein Fortress. © Kufsteinerland \/ Maximilian Dhom<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Georg H\u00f6rhager, Chairman of the Tourism Association: \u201cThe fortress belongs to Kufstein like almost no other place\u2014which makes it all the more wonderful that so many people voted for our landmark and that we now get to represent Tyrol in the Austria-wide final on October 26.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Emanuel Pr\u00e4auer, Managing Director of the fortress: \u201cWe are very pleased and honored that Kufstein Fortress was nominated for the Tyrol round of \u20189 Places \u2013 9 Treasures.\u2019 This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase Kufstein\u2019s landmark to a wide audience and to demonstrate what makes this place so special.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kufstein Fortress is reflected in the calm waters of the Inn River against a backdrop of mist-shrouded mountains. © Kufsteinerland \/ Evolumina<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Tourismusverband Kufsteinerland, together with local businesses and partners in the region, had actively encouraged people to participate in the voting. With the Tyrol victory, the first round of the competition has been decided. On October 26, <\/strong>the nine winning locations from all Austrian federal states will face off in the ORF2 final broadcast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201c9 Places \u2013 9 Treasures\u201d Finale<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Monday, October 26, 2026 \u2013 8:15 p.m. \u2013 ORF2<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kufstein Fortress represents Tyrol in the Austria-wide final and thus has a chance to win the title of \u201cAustria\u2019s Most Beautiful Place<\/strong>.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kufstein Fortress combines centuries-old history with lively experiences and special moments. © Kufsteinerland \/ Thorben Jureczko<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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A walking path leads along the historic fortress walls to the striking tower of Kufstein Fortress. © Kufsteinerland \/ Lisa Eiersebner<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Kufstein Fortress, with its striking Kaiser Tower, rises against the impressive backdrop of the Kaiser Mountains. © Kufsteinerland \/ Peer Kolberg<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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