Austria is a federal state occupying almost 33.000 square miles of south Central Europe. At the heart of a continent, it shares common borders with no less than eight other countries and so its inhabitants belong to all the major ethnic groups, the largest being predominantly German speaking. The cosmopolitan nature of its major cities makes this country attractive to tourists, who benefit enormously from the warmth of its people and the range of facilities on offer, and when you can expect to find anything from apartment rentals in Carinthia to ski chalets in Salzburg, the choice of holiday rental accommodation in Austria is as diverse as it is plentiful.

Austria belongs to the Central European transitional climatic zone and its variety of geography and climate has resulted in a wide range of vegetation that coincides with the different climatic regions. Roughly 47% of Austria is covered in forest making it one of Europe's most heavily wooded countries, and its native wildlife is reflected in the diversity of habitat. For example, most typical European species of fox, red deer and partridge can be found along with Alpine chough and ibex, and a vast bird population inhabit the reed beds of Lake Neusiedl, Central Europe's only steppe lake.

As a year-round holiday destination, Austria has few parallels, and caters well for the tourist, with holiday accommodation easily available at all levels, with self catering apartments making the ideal base for your vacation, or weekend break. There are plenty of winter sports in the Alps where a skiing holiday apartment in the Tirol can provide access to some of the best skiing in the world, as well as a range of summer outdoor activities, from paragliding in the mountains to relaxing on lakeside beaches. Its cities have plenty to offer the visitor with its impressive architecture and cultural heritage. Austria's art and musical tradition are unrivalled and musical festivals fill the calendar throughout the country, particularly if you choose to rent an apartment in Vienna, the capital, or visit Saltzburg, the birthplace of Mozart. For those with a passion for the classics, a holiday in Austria has it all.

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