Congress Destination Austria
Discover Austria as a leading conference destination
Austria has been one of the leading destinations for international congresses and conferences for many years. Its central location, excellent infrastructure, and high-quality service make the country an ideal location for event organizers from all over the world. Vienna, which regularly tops international congress rankings, offers state-of-the-art venues as well as historic cult sites with incomparable flair. The offering is complemented by innovative services that focus equally on sustainability and efficiency.
On this page, you will find everything you need to plan your congress in Austria: from funding opportunities and practical tools to direct contacts at the convention bureaus of the federal states.
What makes Austria stand out as a conference destination
Austria ranks among the world’s leading congress destinations – and for good reason. Located in the heart of Europe, the country stands out for its excellent connectivity: international airports, an extensive rail network and short distances between cities and nature ensure smooth arrivals and efficient transfers.
Another success factor is the diversity of Austria’s cities, regions and federal states, each contributing unique strengths: Vienna as a top-ranked congress metropolis, Salzburg with its baroque backdrop, Graz with an innovative university landscape, Innsbruck with its alpine surroundings or the wine regions of Lower Austria and Burgenland. Modern congress centres, historic venues and extraordinary event spaces provide organisers with the ideal framework for events of any size.
What truly sets Austria apart is the combination of nature, culture and culinary delights: breathtaking alpine panoramas, imperial palaces and regional specialties create unforgettable experiences for delegates. Sustainability is a lived practice here: certified venues, resource-conscious concepts and strong ties to local products shape Austria’s event landscape.
Whether for international congresses, incentive trips or networking events – Austria combines quality, authenticity and innovation, setting new benchmarks for successful events.
Lufthansa Group Meetings & Events and ÖBB Congress Ticket
Convenient, sustainable and right into the heart of Europe: With the ÖBB Congress Ticket, participants can travel quickly and stress-free to Austrian cities and regions via international high-speed connections and the dense rail network – ideal for efficient and eco-friendly events.
Austria is also perfectly connected by air: international airports in Vienna, Salzburg, Innsbruck and Graz, along with direct flights from Europe and overseas, ensure short transfers to cities, venues and congress centres – for maximum efficiency in your event planning.
Austria's MICE-Rankings
Find the right Congress Destinations in Austria's provinces
Lower Austria
Lower Austria combines nature, culture, and modern convention venues
Upper Austria
Upper Austria combines cities, lakes, and economic strength – the ideal stage for conventions, congresses, and meetings.
Carinthia
Meet and enjoy in Carinthia – extraordinary venues, sustainable experiences, and meaningful CSR projects in southern Austria.
Burgenland
The sunny side of Austria – a contrast to the familiar Austria and a place for sustainable encounters with vision.
Styria
Styria combines nature, culinary delights, and hospitality – the ideal stage for conventions, MICE events, and meetings.
Vienna
Vienna combines imperial elegance with modern infrastructure and has been one of the world’s leading meeting destinations for years.
Vorarlberg
Between Lake Constance and the Alps, Vorarlberg combines hospitality, innovation, and nature – ideal for congresses, meetings, and encounters with sustainable added value
Salzburg
Salzburg combines alpine panoramas, culture, and modern infrastructure – ideal for conventions and congresses.
Tirol
Tirol combines an alpine backdrop, innovation, and modern infrastructure – ideal conditions for conventions and congresses.