Austria’s Winter Tire Law Starts November 1
Austria’s winter tire law runs Nov 1–Apr 15; drivers risk fines up to €10,000 for using summer tires in snow, warns ÖAMTC.
Vienna Airport Begins Rollout Of EU Entry/Exit System
The launch of the new EU Entry/Exit System (EES) is about to begin at Vienna Airport in Schwechat. Starting Sunday, EU member states will gradually introduce the system. The automated IT system records travelers from third countries who intend to stay in the Schengen Area for short periods (up to 90 days) upon their entry […]
Paris-Vienna Night Train Faces Cancellation In December
The Paris-Vienna and Paris-Berlin night trains face cancellation in December after France cut subsidies, sparking protests and a petition.
Ryanair Cuts Vienna Fleet By Three Aircraft After Wizz Exit
Ryanair will cut three aircraft from its Vienna base in 2025, ending routes to Billund, Santander, and Tallinn, citing high taxes and fees.
ÖBB Launches Koralm Railway: Graz–Klagenfurt In 41 Minutes
Austria’s Koralm Railway opens Dec 14, cutting Graz–Klagenfurt travel to 41 minutes, with new ÖBB connections and higher ticket prices.
Wiener Linien annual pass jumps to €467
Vienna raises public transport, parking, and tourism taxes in 2026. Annual pass climbs to €467, first hike in 13 years.
Vienna’s New Tram Line 12 Starts Sept 1
Vienna’s new Tram Line 12 starts Sept 1, connecting four districts, cutting travel times, and improving transit for 250,000 residents.
Rail Travel Still Pricier Than Flying, Report Finds
Greenpeace finds trains in Europe can cost up to 26 times more than flights, urging a kerosene tax and reforms to make rail more affordable.
Car Registrations in Austria Jump 31.6% in July 2025
Austria’s July 2025 car registrations up 31.6%, led by strong growth in electric and hybrid vehicles, plus a surge in light trucks.
Electric Cars Surpass 50% in Parts of Vienna
Two Vienna districts passed 50% electric car registrations; Linz, Salzburg, and Eisenstadt lead among state capitals.