Foreigners who think of Austria usually imagine either high mountains or the city Vienna, but although it is a small country this is not all. The Republic Austria is devided into nine federal states, each with its unique features and history. Most of them developed from former principalities of the Austrian Empire.

This virtual tour gives an impression of the diverse landscape of Austria and tells a bit about some important sights to see on the way. It loosely crosses the country from west to east, taking a few detours in the middle.