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Situated on the banks of the Danube River, Vienna is the capital of Austria. The city is the country’s most important economic and cultural hub, and home to around 1.8 million people. Vienna has held first place in the Mercer quality of living ranking for eight consecutive years, and is among the wealthiest cities in the European Union (EU).

This popular destination is one of Europe’s most visited cities. In 2016, the number of tourist overnight stays reached almost 15 million. The city retains a distinctive charm due to its wide variety of historic architecture and cultural events. In 2001, Vienna’s historic city center was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Hofburg is the most exquisite and significant palace in Vienna, and has been the residence of every Austrian ruler since 1275. Currently, it is the official seat of the Austrian president. The Belvedere, Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Palm House, the Austrian Parliament Building and Vienna City Hall are just a few of the many breathtaking structures to visit.

The Belvedere, a historic building complex in Vienna consisting of two Baroque palaces, the Orangery and the Palace Stables.

Classical music, theater, opera and the fine arts are deeply ingrained in Viennese culture. The Austrian capital is known as “the city of Music”. Renowned composers such as Mozart, Beethoven, Franz Schubert and Johannes Brahms all lived and worked in the city. The Burgtheater is recognized as one of the best theaters in the German-speaking world. Vienna is also home to a number of famous opera houses. The Vienna State Opera House (Wiener Staatsoper) is one of the world’s largest and most magnificent concert halls, and hosts more than 300 operatic and ballet performances every year.

Vienna offers tourists a plethora of historic and cultural attractions to explore, together with a busy calendar of events and entertainment. This picturesque city has an unmistakably cosmopolitan atmosphere, and is an ideal destination for those seeking to explore European culture.

Flying to Vienna

In Austria, landing permits are mandatory for non-scheduled charter flights and commercial flights. Operators who require a landing permit will need to provide either an AOC or TCO authorization. The request should be submitted at least five days prior to arrival.

Vienna International Airport (IATA: VIE, ICAO: LOWW) is the only international airport in Vienna, and offers a dedicated General Aviation (GA) terminal. LOWW is the country’s largest airport, and is located approximately 18km southeast of central Vienna. It functions as an Airport of Entry (AoE) 24/7, with customs and immigration available on-site. Prior Permission Required (PPR) and aircraft parking permits are not necessary. Airport slots must be booked in advance due to limited availability, particularly for night slots. Vienna airport is fully equipped for all ground handling services, and offers VIP and crew lounges.

Salzburg Airport (IATA: SZG, ICAO: LOWS) is the best alternate airport for visiting Austria, and is the second largest in the country. LOWS is located 268km away from Vienna International Airport, and offers the same the flexibility without any restrictions to slots. Due to Salzburg’s considerable distance from Vienna, LOWW remains the first choice for visitors to the Austrian capital.

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