Embassy of Austria in The Hague, Netherlands; address van Alkemadelaan 342, 2597 AS, Den Haag; phone +31703245470. Head of mission: Mr. Engelbert…
Head of mission: Mr. Engelbert Theuermann, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Netherlands, 5 Dec 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Peter Jakob Fresacher, Honorary Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Netherlands, 5 Dec 2024)
Head of mission: Camillus Maria Smeulders, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr Alhaji Mustapha Haliru, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr Omar Vielma Osuna, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr. Karel Frielink, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Netherlands, 5 Dec 2024)
Head of mission: Khomiak Oleksandr, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Austria is an appealing destination for many Dutch travelers, thanks to its diverse cultural and natural attractions. The country's breathtaking Alpine scenery and the historic charm of Vienna draw tourists from around the world. With 22.1 million Dutch citizens traveling abroad annually, a notable portion may find Austria to be an enticing option.
Austria is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from the Netherlands. It ranks 14th out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, which is lower than the Netherlands' ranking of 9th. However, according to the Global Peace Index, Austria is ranked 3rd out of 160 countries, making it one of the safest countries globally, compared to the Netherlands' 18th position. Both countries have similar murder rates of 0.7 per 100,000 people. However, Austria has a higher female murder rate at 0.9 compared to the Netherlands' 0.4. In terms of organized crime, Austria has a lower score (indicating better safety) for mafia groups and crime networks than the Netherlands. However, it scores higher for foreign crime and arms trafficking. Overall, while Austria may not be as safe as the Netherlands in some aspects, it remains a secure option for travelers.