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Austria

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Fact File

Capital City: Vienna
Currency:
Euro
Time Zone: GMT +1. Austria observes Daylight Saving Time.
Tourist Office: Visit http://www.austria-tourism.at/ for details
People: Austrian
Language:
German
Religion:
 Roman Catholic

Tourist Spots

Austria is famous for its beautiful mountainous scenery and activities on the slopes in winter. Resorts such as Tirol, Vorarlberg, SalzburgerLand, Carinthia and Styria offer many skiing and snowboarding packages. There are also many hot springs and spas to be enjoyed throughout the winter months.

However, there are also many things to be discovered during summer. Austia's countryside is perfect for walk and hikind as well as cycling and mountain biking. There are also a selection of golf courses situated amongst the lakes and mountains.

Cities such as Vienna, Salzburg, Gras, Klagenfurt, Innsbruck and Linz offer a taste of austrian culture and atmosphere. There are also many attractions to visit such as the Pamhagen Nature Zoo, Rosegg Game Park, Ferleiten Children’s Adventure Land & Game Park, Bernstein Mine with Rock Museum.

For more information visit the official web site of the Austrian Tourist Office at http://www.austria-tourism.at/


Weather

Weather in Vienna

Climate: Temperate; continental, cloudy; cold winters with frequent rain in lowlands and snow in mountains; cool summers with occasional showers


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