Fuel Prices in Austria Jump at the Start of 2025
The ÖAMTC points to the rise in oil prices as the main driver behind the increase and advises motorists to avoid motorway service stations.
Austria’s Cost of Living Rises Over the Past Five Years
By the end of 2024, the average Austrian household needed an extra €458 per month to maintain the same standard of living as in 2019.
ÖAMTC: Over 2,600 Alcohol-Related Traffic Accidents in 2023
This year has already seen 30 fatalities in alcohol-related crashes – surpassing the total number for the whole of last year.
Camping Stays in Austria Show Slight Decrease
Despite the overall dip, August saw a record high, with 2.4 million overnight stays, the most for that month on record.
Fuel and Heating Costs to Rise with CO2 Tax Increase
The tax rise is part of the government’s efforts to curb emissions and will be offset by an increase in the climate bonus scheme.
