Location Based: Austria

9 Dec 2024

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

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Geographical Features of Austria

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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