Austria

Austria Country Flag

Capital

Vienna

Continent

Independence Date

November 12, 1918

Official LanguageGerman
Second LanguageEnglish
Population9.0 million
Passport ColorRed
Passport Rank#3
Dialing Code+43
Country TLD.at

Austria is a landlocked country in Central Europe, bordered by Germany and Czech Republic to the north, Hungary and Slovakia to the east, Slovenia and Italy to the south, and Switzerland and Liechtenstein to the west. Its capital and largest city is Vienna.

Known for its rich cultural heritage, Austria was once the center of the powerful Habsburg Empire and remains a hub of art, music, and architecture. It is home to famous composers like Mozart, Beethoven, and Strauss, and its historic cities and alpine landscapes continue to attract millions of visitors each year.

Modern Austria is a prosperous European Union member state with a high standard of living and a strong social welfare system. Its economy is diversified, with major industries including machinery, tourism, steel, chemicals, and banking. The country is also renowned for winter sports, alpine resorts, and scenic lakes.

From the Vienna State Opera and Schönbrunn Palace to the Alps and the Hallstatt village, Austria offers a harmonious blend of culture, history, and nature. The country’s official language is German, and it maintains a reputation for efficiency, environmental consciousness, and quality of life.

Quick Facts About Austria

Coordinates47.5162° N, 14.5501° E
Bordering CountriesGermany, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Slovenia, Italy, Switzerland, Liechtenstein
Region / ContinentEurope (Central Europe)
Total Area~83,879 sq km
Population Density~110 people per sq km
Highest PointGrossglockner – 3,798 m
Major RiversDanube, Inn, Mur, Drau
Climate TypeTemperate continental; alpine in mountainous regions
Famous ForMusic, Alps, skiing, architecture, coffee culture
Major LandmarksSchönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Hallstatt, Salzburg Old Town, Hofburg Palace
Official LanguageGerman
CurrencyEuro (EUR)
Government TypeFederal Parliamentary Republic
Time ZoneUTC+1 (CET), UTC+2 (CEST DST)
Major ExportsMachinery, vehicles, metals, paper, chemicals, tourism
Visitor EntrySchengen short-stay (C) visa; many nationalities visa-exempt

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