Tourism in Austria

One of Europe’s smallest countries, Austria is predominantly a nation of upland areas and high mountains, with the Eastern Alps occupying a good 60 percent of its territory. The River Danube flows for about 350 kilometers from west to east through the northern part of the country, adding to its allure as a tourist destination.

Austria lies where eastern and western Europe meet. The alpine country is famous for its gorgeous mountain landscape and picturesque buildings, which are the legacy of its imperial past. Travelling in Austria can therefore also mean travelling the mountain roads and crossing numerous mountain passes to enter small charming villages and big impressive cities. The most famous far and wide, however, are the Austrian ski resorts. Travelling to Austria is something special and below you can find the list of the most beautiful places in this alpine country, Vienna, Salzburg, Zell am See, Kaprun, Hallstatt.