Whit Monday

📣 Traveler notes

Austria is a popular, landlocked, German-speaking Central European country. It is known for its historic cities and villages and magnificent Alpine scenery, attracting millions of tourists annually.

• Use the formal address 'Sie' when speaking to strangers or older individuals.
• Respect the strict law banning Nazi symbolism.
• Maintain formal and careful communication, especially in professional settings.
• Be mindful of table manners (e.g., keeping elbows off the table).
• Refrain from shouting or displaying public anger.
• Acknowledge the complex system of honorific titles used by older Austrians.
• Standard greetings include 'Grüß Gott' or 'Hallo.' When meeting people, shake hands and maintain eye contact. For toasting, make eye contact and say 'Prost' or 'Cheers.' When entering private homes, remove your shoes. Austrian law strictly forbids all references to Nazi symbols.