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Ski in Austria

Austria is a Republic and landlocked country. It is a highly mountainous country. Only 32% of the country is below 500 meters (1,640 ft) and its highest point is 3,797 meters (12,457 ft)). It has a population of about 8.3 million people. The territory of Austria is influenced by a temperate and alpine climate. Due to the presence of Alps Austria has a highly mountainous terrain.

Ski or alpine skiing is a major sport in Austria. The word ski means each of a pair of long narrow pieces of wood etc fastened under the feet for traveling over snow. There are other similar sports also in Austria which is known as snow boarding or ski jumping. Alpine skiing is also known as down hill skiing in Austria. Alpine skiing can be compared with Nordic skiing. Skiers use free heel bindings.