Austria is a beautiful country with spectacular mountainous sceneries, great architecture, and many important cities. It has 9 states with each state having one or more cities that join to make up to make the list of cities in Austria. These states in Austria include Vienna, Styria, Upper Austria, Salzburg, Tyrol, Carinthia, Upper Austria, Lower Austria, and Vorarlberg.
List of cities in Austria
The list of names of cities in Austria below is arranged in descending order, from the most highly populated to the least populated. Vienna tops the list of biggest cities in Austria, being the only city with a population of over 1 million. The next five cities of Graz, Linz, Salzburg, Innsbruck, and Klagenfurt follow in the list of biggest cities in Austria with population of over 100,000.
1. Vienna
Vienna is the capital of Austria and it tops the list of popular cities in Austria. It is located along the right bank of Danube River, and is protected by the Vienna hills, enjoying a fair climate with an average temperature of 10 degrees Celsius and low rainfall. Vienna has a population of about 1,889,083 million. With inclusion of the urban conglomerate, the population goes up to 2.6 million, covering an area of 414.65 sq. km. It has renowned architecture and its skyline is dominated by the Spire of St. Stephen cathedral. Vienna is famous for cultural events, coffee houses, imperial sites, Viennese charm and cozy wine taverns. It has several other beautiful buildings including Schonbrunn palace with baroque formality, one of the world’s leading opera houses - Staatsoper, Hofburg Imperial Palace, The Parliament building, Karlskirche - one of Vienna’s greatest churches, and The Spanish riding school that trains Lipizzan horses. Tourists all over the world flock here and enjoy riding on traditional fiacre and two-horse carriages.
It has 23 districts. More than half of Austria’s goods are produced here and almost half of its customers goods. Transport system is well developed, there being two railway stations namely West and Main railway stations. There is also Vienna International airport – Schwechat. It is governed by mayors and two deputies and has the highest number of high school and university graduates.
2. Graz
Graz is the second largest city with a population of 352,021 as at 1 January 2018 and an area of 127.56 sq.km. It is the capital of Steiermark state. Graz means "a small fortress", a sign that there existed such a feature in the past. It is known as the best preserved city center among all city centers in Central Europe and also in the list of popular cities in Austria. It lies between Styrian Alps and Grazerfeld basin, on the Mur River. Most notable buildings include UNESCO world cultural heritage site and Renaissance Landhaus. It has four universities including Graz University and University of music and dramatic arts.
The city is also an industrial and railway center with iron and steel works as well as manufacture of machinery, paper, textile and chemicals. There is also trade in grains and cereals. Tourism is also rampant. Other must see attractions in this area include the Schlossberg/ castle mountain that offers views over the medieval roof-scape, The Armory, where historic armors and weapons are preserved, The Eggenberg Palace designed by Governor von Eggenberg, where you will find 365 windows, 31 rooms on every floor, 24 state rooms, 54 doors and 4 corner towers, representing the days, hours, weeks and seasons of the year. Lastly we have the iconic Kunthaus Graz that features exhibitions on international and contemporary art.
3. Linz
Linz is the third largest city with a population of 204,846 and 789,811 in the greater Linz conurbation and an area of 96.048 sq. km. It is the capital of Bundesland and also lies along the Danube River, west of Vienna. It is known for Linzer Torte, the oldest lake in the world. Ars Electronica is a fascinating science museum found here, where you’ll find information on space and the digital world. Linz hosts "the Klangwolke", a modern traditional music and light show held each September. The Lenton Kunstmuseum is a modern art hub with striking sculptures. Historic buildings are found here including the old castle and St. Martin’s church. Linz has been a trade center with the manufacture of texture, glass, beverages, and more. Many people are employed here and work in public administration.
4. Salzburg
Salzburg is the fourth largest city in Austria and the capital of North Central Austria with a population of 152,367 and an area of 65.678 sq. km. It is located on a level basin on both sides of Sal Zach River near the Alps and the German border. Salzburg, whose name means "salt fortress" is one of the most beautiful cities and it follows Vienna in the list of popular cities in Austria, due to its alpine landscape and architectural richness. It is the birthplace of Mozart whose house is preserved as a museum and also the site of internationally recognized annual Salzburg festival. It is the northwestern rail and road junction to Austria and has an international airport at Maxglan. Famous buildings in the city include Fortress Hohensalzburg and the famous Café Tomaseli, the Baroque Domquartier and Burgerwehr medieval city wall. Manufactures include that textile, leather, musical instruments and hardware.
5. Innsbruck
Innsbruck, translated as "bridge over the Inn", is a popular winter sports destination known for its modern architecture. It is also in the list of popular cities in Austria. It is the capital of Tyrol, Western Austria with a population of 130,894 as at 1 January 2016 and an area of 104.91 sq. km. Found at the junction of the Great trade routes from Italy to Germany via the Brenner Pass and from Switzerland and Western Europe, it is an old town with famous buildings such as the Furstenberg which has a balcony with a gilded copper roof. Others are the Court church containing the mausoleum dedicated to Maximillian 1 and the tombs of Hofer and other Tyrolean heroes. There are also major museums such as Ferdinandeum and the Tyrolean folk art museum. It is a rail and market center with wood and metal working as well as manufacture of textiles, shoes, beer, and musical instruments. Production of electrical equipment and electronics also takes place.
6. Klagenfurt
Klagenfurt is the 6th largest city with a population of 100,316 as at 1 January 2018 and an area of 120.03 sq. km and is the capital of Carinthia in southern Austria. It lies on the East of Worther Lake along the Glan River, and North of the Karawanken Mountains. Notable landmarks include the dragon fountain which has Lindwurm, a winged dragon. It is the site of the state museum with museums such as the Diocesan museum and a state art gallery. Klagenfurt is a popular vacation destination with mountains North and South, parks and stately homes and castles. It hosts Alstatdzauber or "The Magic of The Old City" Festival in summer. Industries include metal, food and chemical industries, tobacco and electrical appliances. Most of the working population is in the public sector.
7. Villach
Villach had a population of 61,887 as of 1 January 2018 with an area of 134.89 sq. km and is found on the Drau River, east foot of Villacher Alps, west of Klagenfurt. It is Carinthia’s second largest town. Sites worth seeing include Villacher Farhzeugmuseum, Museum der Stadt Villach for the city’s history, Landskron Castle which is on top of a 676m high hill where you can dine as you see enjoy the beautiful view of the valley of the river Drau, its lakes and the Slovenian Alps. There is also the Falconry in Landskron castle where one can enjoy watching eagles and other birds fly over their heads, Parish church of St. Jacob, Krimmler waterfall, Thermen resort and Museum of dolls made by famous artists, for all lovers of dolls. It’s the commercial center of Karten and its main railway junction. It is a tourist center, a regional market and service center for the rural hinterland. Goods manufactured include cellulose, wood products, machinery, electronics and electronic products just to name a few. Breweries and food processing plants are also available.
8. Wels
Population is approximately 60,000, being at 60,399 in June 2016 and covering an area of 45.92 sq. km. It lies southwest of Linz, along the Traun River at the foothills of the Eastern Alps. Splendid sites include the River Traun cycling route, The Wels zoo where you’ll get to see wild cats, deer, donkeys and more as well feed some of them. There is also the Kalkalpen national park, Marienwarte tower, Ledererturm tower, the Burg Wels museum which features over 100 years of history, the town hall, the late Cothic parish church, and the former imperial castle where Maximillian 1 died in 1519. The city manufactures agricultural machinery, building materials textiles, foodstuff and pharmaceuticals. It is a wholesale and retail trade center, a railway junction and a cattle and grain market.
9. Sankt Polten
Sankt Polten is the capital of Niederosterreich lower Austria with a population of 54,649 as of 1 January 2018 and an area of 108.48 sq. km. Sankt Polten lies along the Traisen River, west of Vienna between the foothills of the alps and Danube river. Sankt Polten's unique feature is the hypermodern government district neighbored by the modern cultural district, the place for renowned musicians and dance companies regular performances. Sankt Polten has several delightful old town squares such as Riemerplatz and Herrenplatz. Other Landmarks include the Romanesque cathedral and Renaissance town hall. The episcopal palace and the Franciscan church. It is a rail junction, market center and manufacturing city.
10. Dornbirn
Dornbin is the largest city in Vorarlberg and the 10th largest city in the list of cities in Austria, located at the foot of the Karren Mountain and bordering Switzerland, Germany and Liechtenstein. The Dornbirner Ach River flows through it to Lake Constance. It had a population of 49,276 as at 1 January 2018 with an area of 120.97 sq. km. It has a railway station that connects trains from west to east Austria as well as small airport near Hohenems. Some features to explore include the Karren Dornbirn Mountain, Inatura Natural History Museum which features exhibits of natural history, Rappenlochschlucht with trailers and waterfalls, the Rolls Royce museum, and the Red House dating back to the 1600s.
11. Wiener Neustadt
12. Steyr
It is 12th most sizeable city in Austria. The city had a population of 38,347 as at 14th June 2016 and has an area of 25.56 sq.km. It is situated south of Lynz at the confluence of the Enns and Steyr rivers. The local town museum, Heimatmuseum has all the city’s history you need to know. It hosts the parish church, the Rococo town hall and many medieval houses including Bummerlhaus, a hospital in the Steyrdorf suburb dating 1305 and the Baroque castle with a rich art gallery and an extensive park. In the Museum Industrielle Arbeitswelt, one can explore the industrial heritage of Steyr. It is an iron and steel center with many manufactures including trucks, tractors, ball bearings and other machiney. It is also a center for trade and services for the nearby rural areas.
13. Feldkirch
14. Bregenz
15. Klosterneuberg
16. Baden
17. Leoben
18. Wolfsberg
19. Krems an der Donau
Krems an der Donauhas a population of 24,610 and an area of 51. 61sq. km. It is found in North Eastern Austria at the confluence of Danube and Krems rivers. Its remaining medieval fortifications include the Steiner gate, the Pulverturm and The Gozzoburg. Krems is an old wine producing town and the home of several well-known wineries. Austrian and foreign winners congregate in the city in the fall at harvest time.
20. Amstetten
21. Spittal
It is located in the western part in state of Carinthia. Spittal is found on the southern slopes of the Gurktal Alps between Lurnfeld basin and the lower Drava valley. It had a population of 15,305 as at January 2016 and an area of 48.51 sq.km. It hosts one of the most important castles in Austria, the Schloss Porcia erected by the Counts of Salamanca- Ortenburg. They also rebuilt the Spittal hospital and the late Gothic Catholic church of St. Mary’s Annunciation. Today the palace hosts annual theatrical comedies as well as being a museum of local history. In Molzbichl village east of the city are the remains of Carinthia’s first monastery and a small museum showing artefacts of Carolingian origin.
22. Bludenz
The city has an estimated population of 14,539 and an area of 30.0 sq.km. It is located on the Ill River and surrounded by Bregenz Forest Mountain in the North and in the South by Ratikon and Silvretta ranges. It is a popular biking and hiking resort. It is home to companies Mondelez International which produces milk chocolate and Forhenburgr which produces beer. There are various churches and castles in the city including the Castle of Gayenfohen where Bludenz district headquarters are situated.
23. Feldkirchen
24. Eisenstadt
25. Schwaz
26. Worgl
Worgl is a city in Tyrol state in Kufstein district with a population of 13,048 as at 2015, and an area of 19.68sq.km. It is located at the intersection of Brixental valley, the Sollandl area, the wild valley of Wildschonau and the Inntal valley. It has an emblem separated into three parts - red, signifying the destruction of fortified castle, gold rings for the merging of Kufstein and Rattenberg to Worgl municipality and wings stand for economic boom. Notable sites are the excavations that are evidence of trade and a settlement dating back to the Roman times. The area hosts the Water Adventure World, the largest water world in the surrounding. One of the largest sauna cabins in the world, Circus Maximus sauna is part of this facility. There are also several shopping delights such as the Bahnhofstrasse Street, the second largest mall in Tyrol.
27. Leonding
28. Traun
It is located in the North bank of river Traun and it borders Linz to the East. Traun is the 5th largest city in Upper Austria covering an area of 15.49 sq. km. It has a population of 24,477. Traun has many educational institutions and is consequently known as the school city. It has 11 kindergartens, 4 primary schools, 3 secondary schools and high schools, 2 institutions for adult education and 1 music school. It has more than 1200 companies and has employed 11000 employees. Traun has two railway stations and a motorway Conner close to Linz Airport.
29. Lustenau
It is located in Vorarlberg state Dornbirn district and lies on the River Thine which forms a border with Switzerland. It is the 4th largest town in Vorarlberg with an area of 22.55 sq.km and a population of 22, 214 as at 1 January 2016. Lustenau is a sports town with two major football teams which play in major Australian football leagues. These are the SC Austria Lustenau and FC Lustenau. There is also the Lustenau ice hockey team, EHC Lustenau which plays is part of the Australian National League. We also have the Australian gym clubs, TS Lustenau and TS Jahn Lustenau which achieved top results internationally.
30. Kapfenberg
31. Modling
32. Hallein
33. Kufstein
34. Traiskirchen
35. Schwechat
36. Braunau am Inn
It borders the German state Bolvaria and is the largest town in upper Austria Innviertel region. Braunau covers an area of 24.85 sq.km and hosts a 17,095. This was the birthplace of Adolf Hitler and his birthplace with a memorial is an attraction site in Branhau am Inn.
37. Stockerau
38. Saalfelden
It is the largest city after Hallein in Salzburg state. It has an area of 118.36 sq.km and a population of 16,700 as at 1 January 2018. Recreation areas include the Ritzensee Lake and Kollingwald forest. The lake is used for bathing in summer and ice-skating in winter. It hosts various famous athletes including Felix Gottwald, Tobias Eberhard, and Felix Gottwald who participate in biathlon and Lang lauf sports. Since 2006, it has participated in the triathlon competition.
39. Ansfelden
40. Tulln
It is found in Lower Austria state and is known as the ‘city of flowers’ as it has many parks and gardens. Tulln covers an area of 72.23 sq.km with a population of 16,040 as at 1 January 2016. It is home to Agrana, an important sugar production plant Many tourists visit its famous Abad Lake during spring and summer. Tulln holds trade fares which include camping equipment and boat shows, and is home to state institutions such as Fire Brigadier and Disaster Relief Services.
41. Hohenems
42. Telfs
Telfs is found in Tyrol state west of Innsbruck, covering an area of 45.48 sq.km and holding 15,747. Sites worth seeing here include Franciscanian monastery, old church, a square and an 800 year old house.
43. Perchtoldsdorf
It is found in the Lower Austrian state and is located at Vienna city limits. It has an area of 12.6 sq.km and a population of 14,977 as at 1 January 2016. Perchtoldsdorf is known for winemaking. Sites here include the Perchtoldsdorf castle which existed before 1000 AD and St. Augustine church.
44. Ternitz
It is found in the Lower Austrian state at the confluence of River Schwarza and Sierning stream. Ternitz covers an area of 65.32 sq.km and had 14,770 inhabitants as at 1 January 2016.
45. Bad Ischl
Bad Ischl is a spa town in Upper Austria, covering an area of 162.8 sq.km and having a population of 14,133. Worthy sites include the Kaiservilla which was the imperial family’s summer residence. There are also health spas and tourist attractions such as Kongresshaus and Kurhaus museum. Others include Saint Nicholas Parish, Konditorei Zauner pastry shop of 1832, Small Lehartheatre of 1827 and Wildenstein Castle ruins.
46. Wals Siezenheim
47. Hard
Hard had a population of 13, 205 as at 1 January It is located in Vorarlberg on Lake Constance and covers an area of 17.46 sq.km. Its attractions include Strondband and Gruner Damm. Hard is also known for Skate Park. Its coat of arms contains trees and a sailboat which symbolizes logging and fishing gin the area.
48. Gmunden
Gmunden is found in Upper Austria, covering 63.55 sq.km and having a population of 13,204 as at 14th June 2016. It is the center of the salt industry in Salzkammergut and is known as a health and summer resort with lake, brine, pine-cone and vegetable bath. Excursions include the Traun fall, Schloss Ont Castle and a ceramic factory. There is also a town hall which acts a as a tourist attraction.
49. Marchtrenk
50. Korneuburg
51. Hall in Tirol
52. Neunkirchen
53. Bruck an der Mur
54. Sankt Veit an der Glan
55. Vocklabruck
Vocklabruck means flowing water.it is located in the Western part of Upper Austria close to Al Autobahn, B1 highway. It has an area of 16sq.km. And a population of 12,179 as at 14th June 2016. It has many recreational facilities. Other sites include Museum Heimathaus which has Wolfegg iron, Early Medieval Fortified Church and Baroque church from the 16th Century. Vocklabruck plays host to events including international music gathering and Provincial Garden Show.
56. Lienz
It is found in the Drava valley in the Tyrol state Lienz covers an area of 15.94 sq.km and had 12,046 people as at 1 January 2018. Attractions here include the Bruck Castle, which is the landmark of Lienz. It has a medieval fortress and a museum there is also the Galitzen Gorge waterfall Trail and the Pustertal high mountain road. Recreational activities here include cycling, skiing and cross-country skiing.
57. Hollabrunn
58. Enns
59. Rankweil
60. Bad Voslau
61. Brunn am Gebirge
62. Ried am Innkreis
Ried am Innkreis is found in Upper Austria, west of Linz and North of Salzburg. It has an area of 6.77 sq.km and a population of 11,672 as at 1 January 2016. The Schwabenthaler are found here. The son of Scwabenthaler made the high altar and sculpture of the Group on the Mount of Olives. Several sculptures of the family are preserved in Upper Austrian churches and in the folklore museum. There are many churches and monasteries including Old Catholic Christ church and Methodist church. In sports, the Ried football soccer club. SV Ried has been sucessful at national level. It is currently playing in the Bundesliga 19th season.
63. Waidhofen
64. Mistelbach
65. Knittelfeld
Knittelfeld is located on the banks of Mur River in Styria state. It had a total area of 4.53 sq.km and a population of 11,301 as at 1 January 2016. It is known for the Knittesfeld Putsch, a party meeting of the Freedom Party which resulted in Austrian elections in 2002.
66. Gotzis
67. Trofaiach
It is found in the Syrian state. It covers an area of 143.25 sq.km and had a population of 11,229 as at 1 January 2016. It is the site of a camp of displaced persons, victims of WW2. The city is not short of attractions either, with plenty of specialty, historic, and science museums such as Traktormueum Eberhard, Montanunversitaet Leoben Werksfurhrung Voest Alpine Donawitz. Churches and cathedrals including Gustav –Adolf- Kirche and Evangelische Pfarrgemeinde A.B. Leoben. There are also monuments and statues such as Barbarastatue and Oppenheim Skulptur.
68. Ganserndorf
69. Zwettl
70. Volkermarkt
It is located in the Drava valley, East of Klagenfurt in Carinthia state. It has a total area of 137.33 sq.km and a population of 10,949 as at 1 January 2018. Tourism is big here due to access to many lakes and mountains, attracting about 20000 tourists per year. Hiking, fishing and watersports are the main recreational activities here. Sites and attractions are limited but include the pretty Market Square, Parish church of Pfarrkirche St. Ruprecht. There is also the ruined castle of Burgruine Hamburg just to mention but a few.
71. Sankt Johann in Pongao
It is found in the state of Salzburg in the Salzach valley. It has a total area of 70 sq.km and had a total of 10, 945 people as at 1 January 2016. There are amazing sites worth seeing here including historical sites, cultural attractions as well as recreational facilities. These include Betterpark Alpendorf snow park, Alpendorf Bergbahnen for skiing and snowboarding, tourist attractions such Fortress Hohensalzburg, Untersberg and Salzburg cathedral.
72. Gerasdorf bei Wien
73. Ebreichsdorf
74. Bischofshofen
Bischofshofen is found in Salzburg state in the valley of the Salzach River, with an area of 49.62 sq.km and a population of 10,540 as at 1 January 2018. It is a good base for hiking and skiing Final competition for Four Hills Tournament, a ski jumping tournament, are held here annually. There are a couple of sites worth noting here for example the town museum which has over 5000 years of Bischofshofen history. Other sights and attractions include the Museum of Am Kastenturm, Parish church, Buchbergkircerl chapel, Gainfeld waterfalls and the ruined castle of Ruine Pongowe.
75. Groß-Enzersdorf
Groß-Enzersdorf is found in the lower Austrian state, East of Vienna and North of Danube River. It has a total area of 83.91 sq.km and a population of 10,464 as of 1 Januatry 2016. It has a tennis team which plays in Bundesliga 2 as well as a soccer team. Famous buildings its defensive wall, Parish church with Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque styles and the city hall. It also has a drive-in theatre and a Sunday market known as Flohmarkt.
76. Seekirchen am Wallersee
Seekirchen am Wallersee is found in the state of Salzburg, next to the picturesque Wallersee, with about 10,521 people within an area of 50.27 sq.km. It is an idyllic town on the lake with traditional Inns and coffee houses for all to enjoy. Recreational facilities in summer include swimming, surfing, sailing, running, horse riding and more.in winter, one can enjoy winter hikes and walks through the snow covered nature.
77. Sankt Andra
The list of cities in Austria includes historic sites, architecture, diverse culture, arts and entertainment as well as breathtaking physiques where people can go on site seeing or to spend time with their loved ones in the summer or even winter. Austrian cities and states in Austria have a lot to offer both local and international tourists.
Source: Yen.com.gh
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