Vienna: Over 330 Reports of Short-Term Rental Violations
Under the new rules introduced in July 2024, rentals are prohibited if the lease exceeds 90 days a year, unless an exception is granted.
Vienna City Elections Set for 27 April
The vote, initially scheduled for autumn, was brought forward as the far-right Freedom Party (FPÖ) edges closer to taking control of Austria’s national government.
Vienna Launches English-Language Assistant for Residence Applications
The tool guides users through a 60-question questionnaire, offering personalised application information.
First Kirk’s Dik-Dik Antelope Born at Schönbrunn Zoo
The tiny antelopes first arrived at the zoo in 2014 and are among the smallest of their kind, no larger than a hare when fully grown.
Vienna Airport Hits 31.72M Passengers in Record-Breaking 2024
Described as an “absolute record,” the figure surpassed the airport’s pre-pandemic peak in 2019 by roughly 50,000 passengers.
Farmers Protest Excessive Regulations Outside Parliament
The demonstrators also protested against the trade agreement between the EU and the South American economic bloc Mercosur.
Vienna’s Ball Season 2025: Highlights of the Strauss Year
Vienna’s 2025 ball season celebrates the 200th anniversary of Johann Strauss the Younger, composer of the iconic Blue Danube waltz.
Vienna Invests €53m in Cycling Infrastructure in 2024
The investment saw the addition of over 23 km of bike lanes and included 60 new projects connecting key parts of the main traffic network.
Drug Lab Discovered in Vienna Flat
A flat search in the 3rd district uncovered a “fully-fledged drug lab” that was producing Liquid Ecstasy, police said.
Wiener Linien to Modernise Elevators and Escalators
The upgrades will feature energy-efficient designs and modern technology, with a total investment of €6.3 million.