Location Based: Austria

The Austrian chancellor Karl Nehammer’s ruling People’s Party (OVP) has inched closer to heading Vienna’s next coalition government.

Location and Neighboring Countries

Austria

Location: Austria is a landlocked country in Central Europe.
It is geographically positioned both in the Northern and Eastern hemispheres of the Earth
Capital City: Vienna.
Borders:
- North: Germany and Czech Republic
- East: Slovakia and Hungary
- South: Slovenia and Italy
- West: Switzerland and Liechtenstein

Austria

Mountains: Approximately 70% of Austria is covered by the Alps.
- Major mountain ranges include the Bavarian, Carnic, Otztaler, and the central Tauern Range.
- Highest Peak: Grossglockner in the Tauern Range (12,460 ft/3,798 m).
Rivers: Danube River: The most significant river, 1,771 miles (2,850 km), and a major waterway for commerce.
- Other rivers include Drau, Enns, Inn, Mur, Raab, and Traun.
Lakes: Numerous lakes, with Lake Neusiedler being the largest.
- Lowest Point: Lake Neusiedler
Climate: Ranges from continental in the lowlands to alpine in the mountainous regions.
Significance of Danube: Vital for trade, transportation, and historical importance.

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