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People & Traditions

Austria is a combination of pristine landscapes and bustling cities, historic towns and cutting-edge architecture, love of tradition and thirst for the new. What keeps travelers coming back to Austria is the sense of "Gemuetlichkeit": a lifestyle that celebrates the finer moments in life.

Classical Balls

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Hundreds of balls are staged throughout Austria during carneval. Starting with the Imperial Ball on December 31 and ending with the prestigious Opera Ball.
Read more about Austria's ball season

Coffeehouse culture in Austria

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Cafés are an everyday part of city living and particularly in Vienna they are at the heart of city life. Relax and enjoy a melange and an apple strudel.
Learn more about the coffeehouse tradition

Vienna Boys' Choir

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The Vienna Boys' Choir is one of the oldest boys' choirs in the world. For nearly 500 years it has been an enduring symbol of Austria.
More on the Vienna Boys Choir

New Year's Celebrations

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Whether you start the New Year in style attending the Le Grand Bal at the Imperial Palace, or celebrate it on the streets of any town in Austria – the choice is all yours.
Learn more about how to start your New Year in Style

Passion for Tradition

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Yodeling and electronic music. Rustic farm-house museums and glittering skyscrapers. In Austria, beloved traditions and innovation happily coexist, each nurturing the other.
Find out about beloved Austrian Traditions

Christmas Season in Austria

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The time from late November to the end of the year is very special in Austria. Visit christmas markets, try some Gluehwein and enjoy the spirit of Christmas...
Learn more about Christmas traditions in Austria
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