Welcome to the heart of Europe, where cute villages meet the impressive mountains of the Alps… Austria! This country is home to a blend of culture, history, natural beauty. snow-capped peaks, lush meadows, and charming villages. It is the ideal destination for outdoor lovers and hikers during the summer months, while in winter, you can tear down those same mountains on your skis. Prepare for an trip full of adventure, with lots of Wiener schnitzels and Apfelstrudel with our Austria travel guides.
The best time to visit Austria is during spring, from April to May, and during fall, from September to October. The weather is excellent for outdoor activities, and it is less crowded.
In the high tourist season, between June and August, the weather is excellent with a lot of sunny days, but expect more tourists to be around.
During Winter, Austria is the perfect destination for your ski holidays, as there’s always a lot of snow in the mountains.
The official currency in Austria is the Euro (€) and you can pay by card almost anywhere. If not, you will find an ATM in every village where you can withdraw money.
The official language in Austria is German. In addition, almost half of the country speaks English, making it the second most spoken language in Austria.
You can drink tap water in Austria—it’s some of the best in the world!
Austria is a member of the European Union and Schengen Area, making it easy for travelers from other EU countries to visit without a visa.
Travelers from outside EU have to check if their country has a visa-free agreement with Austria for visa requirements.
Because Austria is part of the EU, you can enjoy the European roaming regulation. This means that if you come from another EU country, you do not need a different SIM card.
If you come from outside the EU, you must purchase a SIM. We recommend Jetpac's E-Sim!
In many public places such as restaurants and bars, you also have access to a local WiFi network.
Tipping in Austria is not mandatory but it is expected. A rule of thumb is to add 10%, or just round the bill.
Austria has two types of power plugs: Type C and F. They operate on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.
The time zone in Austria in summer is GMT+2 and in winter GMT+1.
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