Austria Travel Guide for Backpackers and Hostels in Austria

Landlocked in the heart of Europe, Austria runs from the Alps in the west down to Vienna and the Danube in the east. For six centuries it was the heart of the mighty Hapsburg Empire, which at its peak included what is now Poland, Hungary and the Czech Republic along with much of Romania, Bulgaria and the Balkans. The countrys imperial inheritance is particularly striking in the grand buildings and cultural institutions of the Baroque flavoured capital, Vienna, resplendent with palaces and captivating churches, cosy coffeehouses and inns, and grand ballrooms where Strauss waltzes still draw dancers onto the floor.

Another of the great classical composers spawned by Austria was Mozart, born in Salzburg, a lovely historic city where stunning Baroque churches rise up against the backdrop of the Austrian Alps. The Alps stretch west to Switzerland and in winter skiers come from all continents to carve the slopes and experience the charm of the alpine villages and their welcoming inhabitants.

The charm of Austria may lie in its preservation of a romantic classical past, but this does not mean modern Austria has stood back from development. Behind the stunning sights and antique architecture a vibrant industrial and commercial society goes about its business in the cities and towns. Austrians work hard, but they also know how to play hard. Austrian hospitality and cuisine are legendary. From a cruise on the magnificent Danube River to a cycle tour through the Alpine meadows or a breath taking days sightseeing in busy Vienna, visitors to Austria find it impossible to fit in a dull moment.

This is the complete listing of cities in Austria and you can easily book online from our preferred Austria hostels, cheap hotels, B&B s and pensions. For detailed information about all Austria youth hostels in a specific city, please choose your destination city from the below list.

  Bad Gastein Hostels

  Bad Hofgastein Hostels

  Bad Ischl Hostels

  Biberwier Hostels

  Feldkirch Hostels

  Ferlach Hostels

  Fulpmes Hostels

  Graz Hostels

  Grunau im Almtal Hostels

  Hermagor Hostels

  Holzgau Hostels

  Imst Hostels

  Innsbruck Hostels

  Itter Hostels

  Kitzbuhel Hostels

  Krems Hostels

  Linz Hostels

  Maurach am Achensee Hostels

  Mauterndorf Hostels

  Mieming Hostels

  Obertraun Hostels

  Pfunds Hostels

  Polling Hostels

  Ramsau Hostels

  Reutte Hostels

  Salzburg Hostels

  Solden Hostels

  St. Martin Hostels

  Stams Hostels

  Stegersbach Hostels

  Tösens Hostels

  Vienna Hostels

  Villach Hostels

  Zell am See Hostels