Foreigners definitely rate the quality of life and the healthcare in Austria very highly, but language difficulties, lack of social contacts and comparatively poor career prospects are all significant drawbacks as per the 2026 survey.
Vienna is no longer the world's top city for foreign residents, according to Mercer’s 2024 rankings. Zurich now leads the list, followed by Vienna and Geneva. Why has the Austrian capital slipped?
Vienna is the capital of Austria and, for many reasons, ranked as the world's most liveable city. However, if you live there for a while, you might take some of these reasons for granted.
Austria's Vienna and Salzburg usually get most of the attention of foreigners, but the country's second-largest city Graz has a lot of charm and many fans. Are you one of them?
Austrians are the happiest people in the European Union, according to a new survey, but what have they go to be so happy about? Share your own views in the comments section.
Switzerland and neighbouring Austria have a lot in common, but there are many differences as well. How can you decide which country is better suited for you? Our comparison provides some answers.
For the sixth time, Switzerland has won the coveted title of the 'world’s best country' in an international ranking. Austria was ranked some distance below. But there were some bright spots.
