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Austria

Österreich
Capital
Vienna
Population
9.1M
Area
83,871 km²
Language
German

Austria is a country in Central Europe, Europe. Its capital is Vienna, with a population of approximately 9.1M and a total area of 83,871 km². The official language is German and the currency is the Euro (€).

📊 Quick Facts about Austria

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Population
9.1M
total residents
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Total Area
83,871 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
109/km²
people per km²
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GDP (nominal)
$471B
total output
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GDP per Capita
$51,800
per person
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Currency
Euro (€)
legal tender
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Language(s)
German
official
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Coastline
0 km (landlocked)
total shore
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Timezone
UTC+1/2
UTC offset
🎂
Independence
1955
established
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Local Time in Vienna

Austria covers an area of 83,871 km² with a population density of 109/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $471B ($51,800 per capita) and gained independence in 1955. It is a landlocked country with no coastline.

Did You Know?

Vienna is the world capital of classical music — Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Brahms and Strauss all lived here. The city's coffeehouse culture is UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.

💡 Interesting Facts about Austria

  1. Austria gave the world Mozart, Beethoven's adopted home, Freud and Schubert.
  2. Vienna's coffee house culture is a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.
  3. Austria was the first country to use a postcard (1869).
  4. The Habsburg dynasty ruled Austria for over 600 years.

✈️ Travel Information for Austria

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Best Time to Visit
June–September, December–February (skiing)
Alpine, cold winters, warm summers
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Cost of Travel
🟠 Pricey
Mid–Expensive — compared to global average
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Meal Cost
$10–18
average restaurant meal
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Hotel Cost
$70–150
per night
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Visa
Visa-free for EU/US/UK (Schengen)
entry requirements
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Plug Type
Type C/F, 230V
electrical standard
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Driving Side
Right
side of the road

⚠️ Travel information is approximate and may change. Always verify visa requirements, entry rules and travel advisories with official government sources before travelling.

📍 Austria on the Map

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📍 Vienna, Austria

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🏆 Austria World Rankings

1st
Classical Music
Capital of the classical music world
1st
Coffeehouse Culture
UNESCO-recognized Viennese coffeehouse culture
1st
Skiing
One of the world's premier ski destinations
12th
HDI Europe
Among Europe's highest human development indexes

🏛 Must-See Places in Austria

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Schönbrunn Palace

A 1,441-room Baroque imperial palace with stunning gardens, UNESCO listed

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Vienna State Opera

One of the world's leading opera houses, opened in 1869

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Hallstatt Village

A fairy-tale lakeside village so beautiful China built a full replica of it

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Hofburg Palace

The Habsburg imperial palace complex at the heart of Vienna for 600 years

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🗺️ Countries Bordering Austria

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Germany
Berlin
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Czech Republic
Prague
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Slovakia
Bratislava
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Hungary
Budapest
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Slovenia
Ljubljana
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Italy
Rome
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Switzerland
Bern
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Liechtenstein
Vaduz

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Austria

What is the capital of Austria?

The capital of Austria is Vienna.

What language is spoken in Austria?

The official language(s) of Austria are German.

What is the population of Austria?

The population of Austria is approximately 9.1M.

What currency does Austria use?

Austria uses the Euro (€).

What continent is Austria in?

Austria is located in Europe, in the Central Europe region.

What is the GDP of Austria?

Austria has a GDP of $471B, with a GDP per capita of $51,800.

What is the best time to visit Austria?

The best time to visit Austria is June–September, December–February (skiing). The climate is Alpine, cold winters, warm summers.

Do I need a visa for Austria?

Visa-free for EU/US/UK (Schengen)

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