Austria
Overview
Austria, officially the Republic of Austria, is a landlocked East Alpine country in the southern part of Central Europe. It is composed of nine federated states, one of which is Vienna, Austria's capital and largest city. Austria is bordered by Germany to the northwest, the Czech Republic to the north, Slovakia to the northeast, Hungary to the east, Slovenia and Italy to the south, and Switzerland and Liechtenstein to the west.
Austria - Quick Facts
Languages
German
Continent
Europe
Population
8.92 million
Capital City
Vienna
Best Time to Visit
April to October
Drinkable Tap Water
Yes
Religion
Roman Catholicism
Plug Type
Type F
Safety
Travel Advisory
Level 3 - Reconsider travel
Austria is generally a safe country to visit. However, it's recommended to follow the general safety guidelines such as not leaving belongings unattended and avoiding less crowded areas at night.
Remember to get your travel insurance! Our recommended insurer is SafetyWing
Budget
Currency
€ - Euro
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