The Best Time to Travel to Austria
Many people want to travel to Austria, but they don’t know the best time to explore this beautiful country. Here is everything you need to know.
Because Austria is a country with a year-round tourist season, the best time to plan or arrange a trip depends on your interests and preferences. Mountain lakes and the purest air of the Austrian Alps, confectioneries of Salzburg and classical music of Vienna, the richest collections of paintings and imperial architecture, and the emotions from visiting the country will last for a long time. Read on!
Due to the temperate and continental climate, there are no strong temperature fluctuations here, and even in August, there is practically no sweltering heat. The country is famous for its ski resorts with varying difficulty levels and good infrastructure.
Winter Season
Austria is a popular destination for skiers and snowboarders of all skill levels. The diverse landscapes and excellent infrastructure of Innsbruck, Ischgl, Selden, Mayrhofen, Zell am See, and other resorts create a unique atmosphere.
The temperature rarely drops below -8 degrees Celsius, and the dry air makes it easy to endure the cold. On the plains, the temperature stays around zero degrees Celsius. Moreover, you can combine winter activities with excursions in Salzburg, Graz, and Vienna.
So, if you need to conquer the mountain peaks, visit from December to the end of March. When to go on vacation to Austria to relish the picturesque lakes? July and August is the best time when the water’s temperature reaches 28 degree Celsius. However, excursions are more comfortable in the off-season.
Spring Season
In March, the temperature rises to 8-10 degrees Celsius. Although the weather is still a little cold, you can still enjoy sitting in a cozy Viennese cafe with a cup of aromatic coffee and relishing the picturesque site of the world-famous Sacher cake.
Besides, April and May is the best time to travel to Austria in 2022 to explore the historical monuments and enjoy the Belvedere, the Mirabell Gardens, the Innsbruck dams, and the Linz Botanical Garden.
Summer Season
Since there is no sea in this country, people come to lakes or resorts for a beach holiday. In Baden, the Kursaal baths and Roman baths will help restore strength and health.
After the treatment, you can enjoy the silence in the numerous rose gardens, vineyards, and the Vienna Woods surrounding the city. Austrian resorts are best for relishing jazz concerts, horseback riding, jousting tournaments, golf courses, spas with a sauna, and a pebble beach.
Picturesque lakes surrounded by wooded hills and the Alps can be listed for a long time. These include Worthersee, Wolfgangsee, Mondsee, Zeller. etc. July, August, and early September are the most suitable season for beach holidays and camping. As for city tours, it is worth noting that Graz and Innsbruck are cooler than Vienna.
Autumn Season
The velvet season begins in Austria. The water in the lakes is quite warm, and the air temperature is between 20 and 22 degrees Celsius. The country is also famous for the November holidays, attracting thousands of people every week.
Even in rainy weather, you can go to the Vienna Opera, listen to the organ in the Cathedral of St. Stefan, or concerts of a symphony orchestra. In addition, you can explore the Belvedere, Albertina, or the Swarovski Museum.
The Vienna State Opera is a world-famous musical masterpiece and a monumental building of one of the largest theaters in the world. The unique architecture and interiors give rise to remarkable acoustics, thanks to which the stage of the Vienna Opera is considered one of the best in Europe.
We recommend visiting the place during the autumn season. The hall can capable accommodate more than 2,000 spectators. It is a UNESCO site for an intangible cultural heritage of humanity. So, you can miss the Vienna State Opera during the autumn season.
Final Words
Austria, one of the most popular holiday destinations in Europe, attracts tourists all year round. Visitors are drawn to the picturesque beauty of this Alpine Republic. The country has many magnificent cities such as Vienna, the historic capital, and beautiful Salzburg, the birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
One of the smallest countries in Europe, Austria is predominantly a country of mountainous regions, high in the mountains, in the Eastern Alps, covering 60% of the territory.
The Danube River flows from west to east through the northern part of the country, adding to tourists’ desirability of visiting the country. Depending on your plans, you can travel to Austria in Spring, Summer, Autumn, or Winter. However, we recommend exploring the scenic country in Spring and Summer.
- Article based on personal opinion, experience and research.
- Photos from Unsplash & canva.
