Best time to visit Austria
We may not have been joining the Ball Season in Vienna, but we certainly had a ball on the slopes of Seefeld. With more chutzpah than chintz, it has to be said
If snow is your thing, late Nov-April is, on average, is perfect for frosty fun. Austria likes its rain, so always bring an umbrella just in case. June-Aug bring beautiful summer weather, particularly the further south you go, but never too scorching. Of course the high mountains are always cooler, but with risks of lightning in summer. Christmas and New Year in Austria are magically festive, with glühwein and Christmas markets everywhere you go, no matter how remote. Hike in autumn to catch the wine harvest, with many festivals to accompany it.
Austria Weather Chart
MIN °C
MAX °C
RAIN (mm)
JAN
-3
2
31
FEB
-1
4
32
MAR
2
10
35
APR
6
16
43
MAY
10
20
62
JUN
13
23
72
JUL
15
26
68
AUG
15
25
61
SEP
11
21
42
OCT
7
15
37
NOV
2
8
46
DEC
-1
3
36
Our Austria Vacations
Walking vacaton in the Austrian Tyrol
Beautiful mountain scenery and attractive Tyrolean villages
From
US $1545
8 days
ex flights
Austria yoga & walking vacation
Experience morning yoga combined with stunning alpine hikes.
From
€1120 to €1230
7 days
ex flights
Austria yoga & meditation retreat
Relax completely with yoga and meditation in the mountains
From
€1300
7 days
ex flights
Germany and Austria self guided walking tours
Circumnavigate Germany's highest mountain!
From
US $1029 to US $1079
7 days
ex flights
Austria family activity vacation
A fantastic range of activities in the beautiful Oetz Valley
From
£505
8 days
ex flights
Prague to Budapest cycling vacation
A wonderfully contrasting ride through the heart of Europe
From
US $2915 to US $3025
11 days
ex flights
Winter walking vacation in Austria
Venture into three different valleys in the heart of the Tyrol
From
US $1315 to US $1475
8 days
ex flights
Cross country skiing in Austria
Tuition is provided by Eric Woolley, a Snowsport England Coach
From
US $1545 to US $1625
8 days
ex flights
Central European tours
A fascinating and varied journey through the heart of Europe
From
US $2475 to US $2555
14 days
ex flights
Austrian walking vacation
Explore Austria Alps on foot from our remote mountain home
From
€1120 to €1230
7 days
ex flights
Germany and Austria hiking vacation, self guided
Circular trek around Mount Hochkönig and Königssee
From
US $1014 to US $1059
8 days
ex flights
Danube cycling vacation, self guided
Discove the compelling history of the Danube
From
US $1995
14 days
ex flights
Austria multi activity vacation
An adventurous mountain vacation for the entire family!
From
€1300
7 days
ex flights
Christmas markets vacation, Central Europe
Indulge the senses by exploring the best of the festive market scene
From
US $1910 to US $1965
8 days
ex flights
Vienna to Budapest cycle ride, self guided
Enjoy rides along the Danube from Austria to Hungary
From
US $1145
8 days
ex flights
Austria, Czech Republic & Slovakia biking vacation
Self-Guided Cycling in Czech Republic, Slovakia and Austria
From
€639
7 days
ex flights
Austria self guided hiking vacation
A glorious mix of spectacular scenic views.
From
£1569 to £1689
9 days
inc UK flights
Austria snow shoeing vacation
Enjoy guided hikes & snowshoe tours in East Tirol, Austria
From
€1200 to €1500
7 days
ex flights
Ski touring and splitboard course in Austria
The area around our house, MoaAlm, is a ski tour paradise!
From
€1500
7 days
ex flights
Highlights of Central Europe tour
Experience the incredible highlights of Central Europe
From
US $2155 to US $2465
9 days
ex flights
Austria activity vacation, Climb the Grossglockner
Outdoor vacation, Mountaineering course & Grossglockner climb
From
€1500
7 days
ex flights
Mindfulness & nature vacation in Austria
Mindfulness & nature awareness course in beautiful Austria
From
€1230
7 days
ex flights
Austria skiing and winter activity vacation
A 'Relaxingly Active' winter vacation in East Tirol, Austria
From
€1200 to €1500
7 days
ex flights
Europe by train, 4 week tour
Whole European bucket list in one interrail adventure!
From
£1149 to £1999
4 weeks
inc Eurostar
London to Istanbul cycling tour
Cycle across Europe from London to Istanbul
From
£2600
6 weeks
ex flights
Central Europe by rail in a week
Explore four of Central Europe's most fascinating capitals!
From
£599 to £719
8 days
ex flights
Short hiking vacation in Austria
Small group hiking and cultural tour in Tirol
From
£475
4 days
ex flights
North Eastern Europe motorcycle tours
Enjoy North Eastern Europe with friendly guides + good bikes
From
€6299
18 days
ex flights
Cycling vacation in the Netherlands, Germany & Austria
European cycling at its best
From
£1995
17 days
ex flights
Danube self guided hiking vacation in Austria
Walk along the Blue Danube in the Wachau
From
US $1109 to US $1174
8 days
ex flights
Things to do in Austria
Things to do in Austria
Things not to do in Austria
Our top Austria Vacation
Walking vacaton in the Austrian Tyrol
Beautiful mountain scenery and attractive Tyrolean villages
From
US $1545
8 days
ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep
2020: 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 27 Jun, 4 Jul, 11 Jul, 18 Jul, 25 Jul, 1 Aug, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep
2019: 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 27 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 17 Aug, 24 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep
2020: 6 Jun, 13 Jun, 20 Jun, 27 Jun, 4 Jul, 11 Jul, 18 Jul, 25 Jul, 1 Aug, 8 Aug, 15 Aug, 22 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep
Helpdesk
Hello. If you'd like to chat about Austria or need help finding a vacation to suit you we're very happy to help. Rosy & team.
Austria travel advice
Food tips
Food tips
Heather Godbert from our leading walking and cycling vacation supplier in Austria, Headwater:
“Austrians love to take time out of their daily routine to indulge in Kaffee und Kuchen (coffee and cake). But there’s so much more choice than the ubiquitous Apfelstrudel. You can find all manner of cakes and delicacies even in the smallest Konditorei, often served with a generous helping of cream or Vanillasosse. If you are traveling to Salzburg and the nearby Austrian Lake District of Salzkammergut, you’ll also see Mozartkugeln. Dedicated to the composer who lived in the city, these chocolate covered marzipan and nougat balls pack a punch and have to be tried!”
Packing tips
Packing tips
Claire Daniel from our supplier, Exodus, on how to beat the ice:
“In winter it is a good idea to bring Yaktrax-style spikes to wear under your shoes when walking in town: it can be quite icy, so these are great little things to have!”
“In winter it is a good idea to bring Yaktrax-style spikes to wear under your shoes when walking in town: it can be quite icy, so these are great little things to have!”
Heather Godbert, from our supplier Headwater, shares her Austria packing tips:
“If out trekking, take walking poles – when on Austria’s multitude of mountain and valley paths, they come in really handy for summer hiking and winter walking (although a ‘basket’ on the end is recommended when it gets snowy). And don’t forget the sun cream – over the summer months, it can get surprisingly hot in Austria.”
“If out trekking, take walking poles – when on Austria’s multitude of mountain and valley paths, they come in really handy for summer hiking and winter walking (although a ‘basket’ on the end is recommended when it gets snowy). And don’t forget the sun cream – over the summer months, it can get surprisingly hot in Austria.”
Tips from our travelers
At Responsible Travel, we think the best people to advise our travelers are often... other travelers. They always return from our tours with packing tips, weather reports, ideas about what to do - and opinions about what not to.
We have selected some of the most useful Austria travel tips that our guests have provided over the years to help you make the very most of your vacation - and the space inside your suitcase.
We have selected some of the most useful Austria travel tips that our guests have provided over the years to help you make the very most of your vacation - and the space inside your suitcase.
Get as fit as you can before you go. Take layers of clothes for skiing and lighter clothes to wear indoors - Austrian hotels are very warm!
- Amanda Ariss on a cross country skiing vacation in Austria
'Read Michael Palin’s New Europe book before you go as it gives a brilliant insight into some of the history and culture of the whole area, not just the 5 countries we visited. Anyone who has the time would greatly benefit by reading up on any of the history of any of the places we visited.” – Helen Spooner on a Vienna to Budapest tour
"In the past we have always downhill skied, but this time we decided to try cross country skiing having never done it before. It took a short while to learn the basics and by the end of the week we were able to complete a cross country journey - with no broken bones!” – Elizabeth Musetti
“Bring walking poles and clothing for all seasons as the tour involves a lot of climbing. Good walking boots are essential. Be prepared to join in with the group as the good social interaction we had on this trip made the vacation more enjoyable.” – Lucie Freeborn on a walking vacation in Trins
"In the past we have always downhill skied, but this time we decided to try cross country skiing having never done it before. It took a short while to learn the basics and by the end of the week we were able to complete a cross country journey - with no broken bones!” – Elizabeth Musetti
“Bring walking poles and clothing for all seasons as the tour involves a lot of climbing. Good walking boots are essential. Be prepared to join in with the group as the good social interaction we had on this trip made the vacation more enjoyable.” – Lucie Freeborn on a walking vacation in Trins
Bring walking poles and clothing for all seasons as the tour involves a lot of climbing. Good walking boots are essential..
– Lucie Freeborn on a walking vacation in Trins
More about Austria
Read every section of our Austria travel guide and you’ll no doubt be singing the praises of Mozart much louder than the virtues of Julie Andrews.
Inspirational mountain scenery with walking, meditation and steaming bowls of hot choc on the terrace make yoga vacations in Austria one of our favourite things.
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