12 Interesting Facts About Austria You Didn’t Know

It’s rare to come across an Austrian who doesn’t know how to ski. Skiing is ingrained in their culture, with children often accompanying their parents to ski resorts from an early age. Additionally, ski lessons are compulsory during their school years. Unsurprisingly, Austrian skiers consistently excel in competitions, often securing the highest number of medals at both the World and European Championships. "Skiing is quite expensive, so many only do it once or twice a year.