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 Holidays
Walking holiday in the Austrian Tyrol
Beautiful mountain scenery and attractive Tyrolean villages
From
£1179 to £1229
8 days
inc UK flights
Austrian Lakes cycling holiday, self guided
Spectacular scenic views, gentle shoreline routes and swimming
From
£1797 to £1909
11 days
inc UK flights
Austria yoga & walking holiday
Experience morning yoga combined with stunning alpine hikes.
From
€1120 to €1230
7 days
ex flights
Winter walking holiday in Austria
Venture into three different valleys in the heart of the Tyrol
From
£999 to £1329
8 days
inc UK flights
Germany and Austria self guided walking tours
Circumnavigate Germany's highest mountain!
From
£699 to £759
7 days
ex flights
Germany and Austria walking holiday, self guided
Circular trek around Mount Hochkönig and Königssee
From
£679 to £724
8 days
ex flights
Prague to Budapest cycling holiday
A wonderfully contrasting ride through the heart of Europe
From
£2079 to £2249
11 days
inc UK flights
Austria yoga & meditation retreat
Relax completely with yoga and meditation in the mountains
From
€1300
7 days
ex flights
Austria family activity holiday
A fantastic range of activities in the beautiful Oetz Valley
From
£505
8 days
ex flights
Danube cycling holiday, self guided
Discove the compelling history of the Danube
From
£1295
14 days
ex flights
Austrian walking holiday
Explore Austria Alps on foot from our remote mountain home
From
€1120 to €1230
7 days
ex flights
Cross country skiing in Austria
Tuition is provided by Eric Woolley, a Snowsport England Coach
From
£1199 to £1299
8 days
inc UK flights
Central European tours
A fascinating and varied journey through the heart of Europe
From
£1749 to £1849
14 days
inc UK flights
Vienna to Budapest cycle ride, self guided
Enjoy rides along the Danube from Austria to Hungary
From
£609
8 days
ex flights
Austria multi activity holiday
An adventurous mountain holiday for the entire family!
From
€1300
7 days
ex flights
Danube cycling holiday, Germany and Austria
Follow the winding route of the Danube
From
£670
8 days
ex flights
Austria, Czech Republic & Slovakia cycling holiday
Self-Guided Cycling in Czech Republic, Slovakia and Austria
From
€639
7 days
ex flights
Austria activity holiday, Climb the Grossglockner
Outdoor holiday, Mountaineering course & Grossglockner climb
From
€1500
7 days
ex flights
Highlights of Central Europe tour
Experience the incredible highlights of Central Europe
From
£1430 to £1545
9 days
ex flights
European rail tour, 28 days
4 week small group tour inc. trains, hostels & activities.
From
£2619 to £3169
4 weeks
inc Eurostar
Danube self guided walking holiday in Austria
Walk along the Blue Danube in the Wachau
From
£764 to £814
8 days
ex flights
Cycling holiday in the Netherlands, Germany & Austria
European cycling at its best
From
£1995
17 days
ex flights
Short break hiking holiday in Austria
Small group hiking and cultural tour in Tirol
From
£475
4 days
ex flights
Austria self guided walking holiday
A glorious mix of spectacular scenic views.
From
£1479 to £1599
9 days
inc UK flights
Austria snow shoeing holiday
Enjoy guided hikes & snowshoe tours in East Tirol, Austria
From
€1200 to €1500
7 days
ex flights
Christmas markets holiday, Central Europe
Indulge the senses by exploring the best of the festive market scene
From
£1270 to £1375
8 days
ex flights
Eastern europe by train, the Iron Curtain tour
Whizz around Europe's lesser-visited cities by rail!
From
£499 to £899
8 days
ex flights
Lake Constance cycling holiday in Austria and Germany
A unique jewel in the crown of central Europe
From
£1529 to £1829
11 days
inc UK flights
Austria activity holiday, hiking, snowshoeing & yoga
Relaxingly active snowshoe & yoga in the Austrian mountains.
From
€1200 to €1500
7 days
ex flights
Austria skiing and winter activity holiday
A 'Relaxingly Active' winter holiday in East Tirol, Austria
From
€1200 to €1500
7 days
ex flights
Things to do in Austria
Things to do in Austria
Things not to do in Austria
Our top Austria Holiday
Austria yoga & walking holiday
Experience morning yoga combined with stunning alpine hikes.
From
€1120 to €1230
7 days
ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 1 Jun, 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 20 Jul, 3 Aug, 17 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep
2019: 1 Jun, 15 Jun, 22 Jun, 29 Jun, 6 Jul, 20 Jul, 3 Aug, 17 Aug, 31 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep
Helpdesk
Hello. If you'd like to chat about Austria or need help finding a holiday 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 holiday 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 travelling 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 travellers
At Responsible Travel, we think the best people to advise our travellers are often... other travellers. 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 holiday - 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 holiday - 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 holiday 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 holiday more enjoyable.” – Lucie Freeborn on a walking holiday 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 holiday more enjoyable.” – Lucie Freeborn on a walking holiday 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 holiday 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 holidays in Austria one of our favourite things.
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