National Day, celebrates the anniversary of the Declaration of Neutrality in 1955. (Austria)

Culture of Austria

Austrian culture is characterised by historical and modern influences, including a history of interaction primarily between Celtic, Roman, Slavic and Germanic peoples. Austria is particularly known for its classical music, folk music, baroque architecture, coffee culture, winter…

Declaration of Neutrality

1955 Austrian law declaring the country's permanent neutrality

The Declaration of Neutrality was a declaration by the Austrian Parliament declaring the country permanently neutral. It was enacted on 26 October 1955 as a constitutional act of parliament, i.e., as part of the Constitution of Austria.