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Österreich Spiegel 113: Made in Austria

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Österreich Spiegel 113: Made in Austria

'Made in Austria' is a mark of quality from a small country that plays an active international role in many industries.

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What is the Eurovision Song Contest? – everything you need to know

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What is the Eurovision Song Contest? – everything you need to know

Extravagant performances, plenty of drama and a ridiculous amount of sequins: Welcome to Europe's most iconic, annual singing competition.

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How does Austria celebrate Easter?

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How does Austria celebrate Easter?

From egg hunts for the little ones to the festive Easter feast and a wealth of regional customs found in every corner of the country.

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Welcome to Austria! Work where others go on holidays!

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Welcome to Austria! Work where others go on holidays!

We are starting a new series of free webinars on working and living in Austria – together with the Austrian Integration Fund (ÖIF).

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Customs & Traditions in Carinthia: A cultural journey through Austria's South

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Customs & Traditions in Carinthia: A cultural journey through Austria's South

Tradition and customs play an important part in Austria's Southernmost region. Fiercely proud of its rich cultural heritage, you'll find a plethora of unique practices.

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Austrian TV shows: Where dark humour meets social satire and wit

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Austrian TV shows: Where dark humour meets social satire and wit

Austrian TV series have little interest in glossy, picture-perfect worlds. Instead, they are firmly rooted in real life: from council estates and small towns to the corridors of power.

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Fasching in Austria: A guide to the Fifth Season

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Fasching in Austria: A guide to the Fifth Season

Confetti, costumes, confectioneries: Every February, Austria lets loose with Fasching – the country's take on carnival – and it's quite the spectacle.

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Austrian Films: Satire, social commentary and dark humour

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Austrian Films: Satire, social commentary and dark humour

Austrian films have a talent for holding up a mirror to the quirks of the national psyche. In doing so, they remain deeply compelling and internationally acclaimed.

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Your ultimate guide to Vienna's Ball Season

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Your ultimate guide to Vienna's Ball Season

Opulent robes, artfully decorated ballrooms and the joyous sounds of the waltz echoing through the rooms: No other event compares to the magic of Vienna's Ball Season.

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From Haydn to Mozart: Introducing Austria's most famous classical composers

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From Haydn to Mozart: Introducing Austria's most famous classical composers

When thinking about Austria and classical music, the Viennese Waltz and Mozart will most likely be the first things that come to mind.

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The ins and outs of the Austrian school system: What you need to know

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The ins and outs of the Austrian school system: What you need to know

Primary school, secondary modern school, grammar school, commercial academy, technical college and more: anyone familiarising themselves with the Austrian school system will discover a complex structure.

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