Your ultimate guide to Vienna’s Ball Season
Opulent robes, artfully decorated ballrooms and the joyous sounds of the waltz echoing through the rooms: No other event compares to the glitz, glamour and elegance of Vienna’s many balls. With around 450 taking place throughout the season, it’s no surprise Austria’s capital is commonly referred to as the world capital of the Waltz. Read […]
Perchten and Krampus: Everything You Need to Know About Austria’s Beautifully Eerie Winter Tradition
On cold and dark winter nights, the sound of heavy drums and shrill bells cascades through the narrow streets. Fearsome, shaggy creatures emerge from the mist, horns glinting in the fire, the air filled with the sound of clattering chains while children are pressed tightly against their parents. It’s that time of the year when […]
The ins and outs of the Austrian school system: What you need to know
Primary school, secondary modern school, grammar school, commercial academy, technical college and more: anyone familiarising themselves with the Austrian school system will encounter a multitude of educational pathways. Here, you’ll find an overview over what types of schools there are, how long it takes until graduation, and what kind of leaving certificates you get depending […]
Hiking in Austria: The nation’s favourite sport at a glance
Hiking is one of the most popular leisure activities in Austria. Around two-thirds of the population regularly hit the trails – with almost half citing hiking as their main activity during their holidays. The numbers reflect this sentiment in impressive style: With around 726,000 members, the Österrichischer Alpenverein (Austrian Alpine Club) is the country’s largest […]
Traditional Clothing in Austria
The joyous tones of an accordion, happy chatter, a sea of colourful clothes: Whether public festivals, fairs or weddings, Austrian traditional clothing, better known as “Tracht”, is an integral part of Austrian culture – and a lot more than just a simple piece of clothing. With more than 800 different types of Tracht worn across […]
Heurigen vs. Buschenschank: What’s what?
Your guide to Austria’s much-loved wine taverns The irresistible smell of fresh bread, a glass of crisp white wine in your hand, animated conversations under chestnut trees – a visit to Austria’s wine taverns is not just your regular lunch or dinner, but a visit steeped in tradition. So what exactly makes Heurigen and Buschenschank […]
The best tips for learning German
Fast & efficient learning success Sure, German can be a tricky language to learn. However, with the right strategy and motivation, learning German is a lot easier than you might think – whether for university, work or simply for your next trip abroad. Here we’ve put together our best tips and tricks to help you […]