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Austrian police detain dozens who disrupted far-right march in Vienna

The demonstrations on Saturday came as political parties gear up for September parliamentary elections where the far-right could make significant gains.

Austria

EuroGames: Europe's largest LGBTQ+ multi-sport competition kicks off

The EuroGames will host 4,000 athletes from 50 countries across a wide variety of sporting disciplines.

Brussels, My Love?

Brussels, my love? Orbán's trip to Kyiv and Moscow

In this edition, host Méabh Mc Mahon asks what difference a Hungary-led EU Council presidency could make, and hears why Vienna's the place to be.

Ecotech

How can we make European cities cooler during heatwaves?

As parts of Greece, Cyprus and Türkiye face searing heatwaves, here's how trees, water and green buildings can help.

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Over 300,000 people enjoy Vienna's Pride Parade

Organisers say that around 340,000 people enjoyed themselves in the sunshine in Austria's capital.

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WATCH: Eco-Friendly Art and Graffiti Meet at Hong Kong's Art Fair

The Hong Kong Affordable Art Fair offers art lovers original pieces without breaking the bank.

Europe News

Russians celebrate WWII victory on Vienna‘s streets

Russians to celebrate WWII victory on Vienna‘s streets. Ukraine asks authorities to ban events.

Europe News

Austria hit with a wave of antisemitic attacks since 7 October

Since the start of the Israel-Hamas war, Austria has seen a rise in antisemitic incidents. The president of the lower house of the Austrian Parliament, Wolfgang Sobotka, is attempting to counter them in Vienna

Moments

Euroviews. These three European cities show you can get tourism policies right

To harness the power of travel, alleviate the drawbacks with smart policies, and make our world more tolerant and inclusive in the process — that’s the vision I’d like to offer, Peter Lochbihler writes.

Art

Long-lost Klimt portrait goes under the hammer at Vienna auction

The auction house estimates the painting's value at up to €50 million, but Klimt works have sold for higher prices at recent auctions.

Destinations

Europe’s lesser known UNESCO sites to visit in 2024

To mark World Heritage Day, UNESCO has revealed the best ‘under the radar’ sites to visit in Europe this year.

Euronews Witness

Social Housing in Vienna: Is it as good as it seems?

Vienna, known as the European capital of social housing, has long been hailed as the poster child for affordable housing initiatives. But could this tradition be on its way out?

Travel News

Austria’s ‘bold’ 2040 rail plan could dramatically cut travel times

"It is a rail network for a climate-neutral Austria in which climate protection and good mobility go hand in hand."

Austria

35,000 people protest in Austria against far-right

The protest comes in the wake of similar protests in Germany.

Travel News

What’s the best - and worst - train station in Europe?

Travelling by train in 2024? These are the best stations for shops, services and waiting times.

Design

How the snow globe was invented more than a century ago... by accident

In the early 1900s, Vienna-based surgical instrument maker Erwin Perzy was asked to create a bright surgical lightbulb, but instead, he invented the snow globe.

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One million visitors expected at the Vienna christmas market

One million visitors are expected to attend the Schönbrunn Christmas Market in Vienna.

Austria

Austria to compensate gay men convicted under discriminatory laws

A historic proposal by the Austrian Ministry of Justice sees €33m set aside to compensate those who were wrongly convicted - but critics say the amount on offer is not enough.

Destinations

Ranked: Europe’s most child-friendly cities for expats

Vienna was found to be the best place for expats to raise a family.

Travel News

Switzerland scoops the top prize at Rail Tourism Awards

These journeys through Switzerland, Occitanie and Vienna show the excitement and freedom of travelling Europe by train.