Departure information: you need to be at the airport 2.5 hours before departure. You go through the passport yourself, customs control and check-in, which ends 40 minutes before departure. Standards free carriage baggage may vary from airline to airline. Please check the baggage rules with the airline on which you are flying.
Time: lags behind Moscow by 3 hours (in summer time for 2 hours)
Flight time: 3 hours
Customs: a Schengen visa is required to enter Austria. The processing time is from 7 days. Airport tax is usually included in the ticket price. Allowed duty-free import: 200 pcs of cigarettes or 50 pcs of cigars, or 250 g of tobacco, 2 liters of wine, strong alcoholic drinks (more than 22%) 1 liter, 50 ml of perfume or 250 ml toilet water... It is possible to import gifts or other goods worth up to 235 euros. It is prohibited to export without special permission items and things of historical or artistic value, drugs, weapons, gold bullion, as well as some medicines. Import and export of foreign currency is not limited. Tourists do not need a vaccination certificate. When importing pets, you must present a veterinary certificate (vaccination passport).
Useful phones:
Russian Embassy in Vienna (43-1) 713-1215, 712-1229, 712-3233
Consulate General in Salzburg (43-662) 62-4184
Police 133
Ambulance 144
Communication: for telephone conversations it is convenient to use cards that are sold in the metro, tobacco kiosks, at the post office. If a telephone is used in Austria, a "0" is added in front.
Call from Russia to Austria: (8-10) 43 + area code (without "0") + subscriber number; from Austria to Russia: 007 + area code + subscriber number. Codes of the largest cities: Vienna - 1, Salzburg - 662, Innsbruck - 512, Linz - 732, Graz - 316. On weekends and holidays and on weekdays 18:00 - 08:00 international calls are about 1/3 cheaper. The main post offices work around the clock, seven days a week.
Transport: in Austria, rail and bus services are well developed. Tickets for travel on intercity buses are slightly cheaper than train tickets. Trains are comfortable, run strictly on schedule, and discounted fares are widely used. Public transport: metro, tram, buses. Public transport passes can be purchased at pre-sale ticket offices, tobacco kiosks, and vending machines. Taxis can be taken at special stands near railway stations, in the center major cities, at the airport (taxis hardly stop on the street), you can call from the hotel, restaurant. The cost of moving around the city is indicated on the counter, payment for boarding costs about 2.5 euros, it is customary to leave a tip to the taxi driver in the amount of 10% over the counter or a trifle from the change. When traveling long distances, it is better to negotiate the amount in advance with the driver.
You can rent a car at any airport, major train stations and rental companies. The main conditions are the presence of an international driving license and a credit card (to rent a Mercedes "C" or "E" you must have two cards). The optimal cost of renting a car is 3 days (for foreigners-autotourists, customs documents for the car are not needed). Insurance is required for cars. Freeways and expressways are taxed (even in cities) and receipts are valid for a week, month or year. IN winter time During the year, some roads and passes in Tyrol are closed due to avalanche danger. In some regions, snow chains are required. Parking is paid from Monday to Friday 09:00 - 19:00, on Saturday parking in the city center is paid 09:00 - 13:00. The maximum parking time in the city center is 90 minutes, unlimited in underground garages.
Money: monetary unit - euro. Banking hours: only on weekdays until 15:00, on Thursday until 17:30. Exchange offices (08:00 - 22:00) are at the airports, at railway stations, in tourist spots... The most favorable exchange rate at banks. There is a commission (extra charge) in exchange offices and hotels. Major credit cards are accepted in hotels and shops: Visa, American Express, Master Card and others.
Food: Austrian cuisine is traditional and quite different in different parts of the country. The national cuisine has a strong Italian and German influence, there are many similarities with the cuisine of Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovenia and even Turkey. This is the only one in the world national cuisine, named after the capital, not the country, that is, "Viennese" and not "Austrian". Since the 15th century, Viennese cuisine has been considered one of the best in Europe. The Viennese schnitzel, which is served almost everywhere, was made from veal (the most expensive meat). Bakkhun baked chicken and Kaiserschmarren Kaiser's omelet are very popular. The most famous sweet is "Strudel" apple pie or thin dough roll. In Tyrol, try the Grestl casserole made from potatoes, flour, meat and bacon.A special pride of the Austrians is wine. Popular riesling "Gruner Veltlinker", wines "Müller Thurgau", "Heiriger" (dry), "Schilcher" (bright red), "Muskatelgen" and "Morrilan" (white), as well as beer "Weizenbier" and "Stiegelbreu" (Mozart's favorite beer).
The shops: working hours on weekdays until 18:00, Saturday 13:00 - 17:00, Sunday - closed, in resorts until 21:00 daily. Tobacco products are sold at special Tabak kiosks or vending machines. Products can be purchased at Hofer, Billa and Spar stores, household goods at Bippa. Goess is the best European interior design store; Vienna has the largest auction complex, a former pawnshop.
Refunds of Tax Free are made at the airport if there is a receipt for the goods, the receipt is issued for purchases in the amount of 75 euros and more and is presented along with the goods when passing customs control at the airport of departure. The check with the mark of the customs officer is presented in a special window Takh Refund.
Recommendations: before going down the track, be sure to study the map of the skiing region so as not to get lost ( detailed map ski areas can be obtained from ski lift ticket offices, hotels and tourist information resorts). All tracks are marked with standard signs and have route numbers: blue color of the track - easy track, red - medium difficulty track, black - difficult track, green - specialized toboggan track.
The dash marks non-patrolled routes. Be careful when driving on "closed" and unpatrolled tracks: there may be no snow. Special tracks are reserved for snowboarders and freestyle lovers.
It is forbidden to climb up the track on foot or on skis, stop in the middle of the track, or ride while intoxicated. In case of injury to yourself and third parties in a state of alcoholic intoxication, the insurance is not valid! In a collision, the one who was higher on the slope is always to blame.
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Austria is a country where the tourist season lasts all year round. A high standard of living, excellent service, and as a result - 10 million people annually vacationing at the country's resorts. The pricing policy in the country is deeply thought out, here you can find reasonable prices for any budget.
Austria consists of nine federal states: Vienna, Upper Austria, Lower Austria, Burgenland, Styria, Salzburg, Tyrol, Vorarlberg, Carinthia. Each of the lands is unique to the traveler. A huge advantage of Austria in comparison with other Alpine countries is a reasonable price policy for services, the choice of accommodation from the most expensive in an elegant hotel to budget. Possibility to visit Vienna by train.
Guaranteed rooms and apartments in ski Austria, airfare regular flights a / c Aeroflot and Ural Airlines to Munich. Ischgl is the most popular resort Austria. The most modern lifts, internet cafes on the mountain, comfortable hotels and rock star concerts - all this is Ischgl. The region includes the Swiss Samnaun. The Silvretta ski arena attracts ski and snowboard lovers with excellent skiing conditions, soft, well-groomed and virgin snow and an intelligent lift system.
Austria is famous all over the world for its exquisite desserts, wines, cheeses, beautiful architecture, as well as attractive places for tourists. Each person will find the most best rest in this country. For active people - these are ski resorts and thermal waters, others can enjoy museums and places of the great Mozart and Schubert.
Capital of Austria - Vienna (English - Vienna, German - Wien).
Population of Austria - 8 794 267 people.
Population of Vienna - 1 867 582 people.
Difference in time +2 hours. If it is 18:00 in Moscow, then in Austria - 16:00.
Local currency - euro.
When to go to Austria
Austria is located in the heart of Europe. Due to its architecture and many resorts, it attracts hundreds of thousands of tourists every year. This country is beautiful at any time of the year, here tourists can easily find entertainment to their taste and wallet.
The high season in Austria is winter (from December to February). Many people from different countries come to enjoy the mountain air and go skiing or snowboarding. The comfortable hotels in addition offer relaxing spa treatments. Also in Austria there is also an excursion season, it falls in July and August, as well as the great holidays of Christmas and Easter.
The low season in Austria is considered the off-season. Usually in the fall and spring, the number of fairs and celebrations is reduced, and hotel prices are also reduced. Tourists who come during these periods of time prefer to study the history of the country, architecture and spend their free time at exhibitions and museums.
Ski resorts in Austria
Austria has a huge number of ski resorts that are equipped with slopes of varying difficulty. For those who have no experience, and have never stood on skis or snowboards, there is an excellent opportunity to get a quick training in the best ski schools (they are suitable for both adults and children).
Ski resorts start functioning from December to March, in some regions with low temperatures, this period is extended until early May. For snowboarders, the season opens in mid-October. In Tyrol, this event kicks off after the traditional annual festival.
List of the most popular ski resorts in Austria:
St. Anton (Vorarlberg).
Founded in 1901 and used since 1928
to the place for the Alberg-Kandahar competition. It is perfect for those who like noisy companies, fun and well worth skiing and snowboarding. Among the pluses is an interesting ski area with different stages of difficulty.
Lech (Vorarlberg).
It is considered a cosmopolitan resort. The hotels provide the highest level of service and therefore the cost of living is very high. The resort has several ski and toboggan runs, an ice rink, and an ice climbing area. Holidays and other recreational activities for tourists are held regularly.Mayrhofen (Tyrol).
Located in the "Tyrolean Valley". It is considered a youth resort, as there are a huge number of bars, clubs, restaurants, cafeterias and cinemas on its territory. There are several regions for skiing, they are divided into categories: for beginners - Ahorn, for those who are not quite confident yet on their feet, but have little experience - Penken, for craftsmen - Hintertux.Sölden (Tyrol).
This resort will delight tourists with a variety of trails of varying difficulty. There is a separate snowboard park with a huge number of walls, halfpipes, fan-boxes and jumps. Mountain bike and snowmobile rental services are also available.Ischgl (Tyrol).
The resort will appeal to people who do not like extreme skiing (the slopes do not have obstacles and sharp descents). Suitable for both family vacationand for noisy companies. There are restaurants, bars, concert halls (stars perform regularly), fitness centers, swimming pools and many shops.Zell am See (Salzburg).
Fans of alpine landscapes and steep descents will like it. There is a huge number of lifts (due to this there are no queues) and tracks, as well as a lot of entertainment: bars and restaurants with gourmet cuisine, indoor pools, saunas, baths, bowling, golf. Among the attractions is the old railway, which runs throughout the resort.
Bad Gastein (Salzburg).
It is considered the best resort for families. In this place you can not only ride, but also relax on the thermal waters. The pricing policy of hotels and restaurants is different, so every vacationer will find something to do not only to his liking, but also to his pocket.Obertauern (Salzburg).
One of the highest and most modern ski resorts in Austria. The length of the trails is about 100 km, they are suitable for both beginners and true lovers of winter fun. There is a separate park for snowboarders. There is a separate descent for children, on which instructors in costumes of cartoon characters are constantly on duty.Nassfeld (Carinthia).
Perfect for tourists of any level of skiing. The resort has the longest ski lift in the Alps - the Millennium Express. Hotels and comfortable dwelling houses are located at an altitude of 1,300 m, so you can start skiing right from the doorstep. Entertainment: skating rink, restaurants and bars with a cultural program.Serfaus - Fiss - Ladis (Tyrol).
The resort offers a huge selection of trails for beginners and children, separate toboggan runs. For those who do not know how to ride, there is a specialized school. This place is perfect for a family vacation; a large number of entertainment has been created for children: parks, adventure paths, parkour.
Airports in Austria
There are about 15 large international airports in Austria, which are served by a huge number of airlines from all over the world. Almost all airports are located a few kilometers from the city, so you can get to the hotel by public transport or use the taxi service.
Vienna Airport - Schwechat
Airport designation - VIE
It was founded in 1954 and is located near the town of Schwekhet and 18 km from Vienna. Serves 76 passenger and about 10 cargo airlines. The airport has four terminals and five comfortable lounges.
Salzburg Airport - Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Airport designation - SZG
It was opened in 1926, 2 km from the Austrian-German border and 4 km from the town of Selzburg. Airport services are used by 28 airlines, it is intended only for passenger aircraft.
Innsbruck Airport - Kranebitten
Airport designation - INN
Located in Western Austria (Tyrol). The airport is small, since the main flow of people occurs in the winter (due to the opening of ski resorts). It has a convenient transport interchange; the nearest towns can be reached by public transport in 20 minutes.
Graz Airport - Thalerhof
Airport designation - GRZ
Designed to receive passenger aircraft. Founded in 1914 and located near the city of Graz. Has several terminals, as well as modern and comfortable waiting rooms.
Linz Airport - Hersching (Blue Danube)
Airport designation - LNZ
Founded in 1955 and located near the town of Linz. Serves about a dozen airlines, and recently accepts cargo flights.
Klagenfurt Airport - Alpe Adria
Airport designation - KLU
Passenger airport that opened in 1925. Located 3 km from the town of Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, the village can be reached by bus that runs every 15 minutes.
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Austria landmarks
Austria is renowned for its great figures of art and science, as well as incredible architecture and culture. The country has hundreds of galleries, exhibitions and museums. Not a single tourist will be left indifferent by ancient paving stones, palaces, churches and national parks. You can use the services of a guide at any time of the year.
Among the most famous and significant architectural monuments in Austria, the following places are distinguished:
Gazebo.
The palace complex, consisting of three parts: Upper Belvedere, Lower Belvedere and garden. All of them were created in the Baroque style in the early 18th century by the architects Hildebrandt and Hildebrandt. It was originally built as summer residence Prince of Savoy, but after his death, the palace was sold to Maria Teresa.
St. Stephen's Cathedral in Vienna. It is a symbol of Vienna and a national landmark of the country. The Catholic Cathedral is located in the city center on St. Stephen's Square. 72 members of the Habsburg dynasty are buried in his tombs, all the rectors of the temple, Eugene of Savoy, Frederick III and Rudolf IV. In the main hall you can see the Pech Icon of the Virgin Mary.Kreuzenstein Castle (translated as a stone cross).
Located between the small towns of Stockarau and Korneuburg, in a village called Leobendorf. The building is made in the Gothic style, and according to the rules of the Middle Ages, a moat was dug around it, and the entrance is through a drawbridge. The castle houses a huge collection of weapons, knightly armor, as well as the rooms of the nobles, the kitchen and the hunting hall.
Hofburg.
The castle is the winter residence of the Austrian Habsburgs (Ferdinand I, Maximilian II, Rudolf II, Charles VI, Joseph II, Maria Teresa and many other nobles). It has 2,600 halls and rooms. Today, several of them are actively used as the residence of the President of Austria.
Vienna Opera.
It is considered the center of European musical culture and the largest opera house in Austria. On May 25, 1869, the Vienna State Opera opened its doors to its first listeners, and Mozart's opera Don Juan was performed. Subsequently, all leading positions were occupied by famous musicians: Clemens Kraus, Lorin Maazel, Gustav Mahler and many others.
Museum of Art History in Vienna.
Built in the style of the Italian Renaissance in 1889 by order of Emperor Joseph I. The museum contains the best works of Raphael Santi, Lorenzo Lotto, Moroni, Giovanni Bellini, Caravaggio, a collection of Mannerist paintings, as well as a collection of old Dutch masters.
Town Hall Square in Vienna or Friedrich Schmidt Square.
It is considered the heart of the city, because it is in this place that all major holidays and fairs take place. The town hall gives a special atmosphere and mystery to this place; exquisite balconies and sculptures of guardian knights adorn the towers of the building.
Hohensalzburg Fortress.
The medieval building is located on Mount Festung, built by Archbishop Gebhard I in the 11th century, but it acquired its current form in the 16th century. The area of \u200b\u200bthe fortress is 30 thousand m2. During its existence it served as a place for the stay of nobles, and later as a prison. Now the fortress houses a museum, which displays exhibits on the military history of the country and the city, as well as the death mask of Field Marshal Radetzky.
Salzburg Old Town.
A small place with a lot of attractions. Walking along the old streets, you can see the houses where Mozart was born and lived, the square named in his honor, visit the old Selzburg residence, Mirabell Palace, the market, admire the scale Cathedral and dine in cozy little cafes.
Selzburg Cathedral.
The building impresses with its scale and architecture, which shows the power and majesty of the reigning archbishops. The cathedral was built in 767, but after a while it underwent minor changes. The entrance to the building is free.
Hohenwerfen Castle.
It is located 40 km from Salzburg above the Salzach valley. It was originally built as a place for land defense, later it was a place for training police officers, now it serves as a museum that stores weapons and clothes. Birds of prey shows are regularly held on the territory of the castle.
Mirabell Palace (until 1612 Altenau Palace).
In 1606, it was built for Solomiya Alt by her lover Wolf Dietrich von Rathenau. Today, the palace is known for the incredible scale of the surrounding garden, in this regard, it was entered in the UNESCO register and is under protection.
Hofburg in Innsbruck.
One of the Habsburg residences in Innsbruck. Now it is a museum and has five thematic zones: apartments of Maria Teresa (18th century), apartments of Empress Elizabeth (19th century), Art Gallery, Furniture Museum and Ancestral Gallery. Some rooms of the palace are still used for events with the participation of government officials.
Cathedral of St. James.
This Catholic building is located in the town of Santiago de Compostela. It is dedicated to Jacob Zebedeev (one of the closest disciples of Jesus Christ), his relics are kept in the cathedral. Now it is the largest pilgrimage center for medieval Catholicism.
Cable car Nordkette.
Raises tourists to a height of 2334 meters. On the way, you can go to three observation platforms (located at different heights). From the very high point overlooks the Intal valley, the city of Innsbruck and the Nordkette mountain range. On the way, you can go to cozy cafes with panoramic views of the city. For lovers of rock climbing from the last point, the Hafelekar station, you can go down on your own, all the necessary equipment is provided for rent. The total descent time will take seven hours.
Types of visas to Austria
To visit Austria, citizens of Russia and the CIS need a visa. A visa to Austria can be obtained through a tour operator when purchasing a tour or through a visa center if you are planning a trip as an independent traveler.
Type A visa
The so-called airport transit visa, it was created for air travel. It can be used by people who are forced to make a transplant in this country. However, before boarding the next flight, holders of such a visa must be in a special zone and not leave it.
Type B Visa
Transit visa. This type is provided to tourists who travel through a given country. They have the right to stay in Austria for five days from the moment of landing.
Type C visa
Short stay visa. According to the rules, this type of visa ensures that foreigners stay in the country for 90 days within six months. Also, this type can be used by people who have arrived in Austria to work for the season.
This type of visa is divided into subtypes:
- Sports, scientific or cultural activities. Participants in official exchange programs
- Study visa. If the student is in Austria no more than 90 days in a half year.
- Tourist visa
- Business visa
- Visa for visiting close relatives or family members
Type D visa
National Austrian visa. Grants the right to citizens of other countries to stay in Austria from 90 to 180 days. Issued to people for work and students.
List of documents for a visa to Austria
List of documents for a transit visa to Austria
- Completed visa application form.
- International passport.
- Copies of Schengen visas for the last three years.
- Medical insurance policy.
- Copy of RF passport.
- Statement from the bank.
- Visa or permission to enter the country of destination.
- Tickets to the destination country.
List of documents for a tourist visa to Austria
- Completed visa application form.
- International passport.
- A copy of the first page of a valid international passport.
- 2 photographs 3.5x4.5 cm on a white background without frames and ovals.
- Medical insurance policy.
- Copy of RF passport.
- Help from work. If you are a student, then a certificate from an educational institution, a sponsorship letter, a certificate of employment and an extract from the sponsor's bank. If a pensioner, then a copy of the pension certificate.
- Statement from the bank.
- Translation of documents into English or Austrian.
- Hotel.
- Consent to the processing of personal data.
List of documents for a business visa to Austria
- Completed visa application form.
- International passport.
- A copy of the first page of a valid international passport.
- 2 photographs 3.5x4.5 cm on a white background without frames and ovals.
- Medical insurance policy.
- Copy of RF passport.
- Help from work.
- Statement from the bank.
- Translation of documents into English or Austrian.
- Flights. If you are traveling by car, then draw up a route sheet, make a copy of the STS and driver's license, as well as a Green Card for the car.
- Hotel.
- An invitation from the employer.
- Consent to the processing of personal data.
List of documents for a visa at the invitation of relatives to Austria
- Completed visa application form.
- International passport.
- A copy of the first page of a valid international passport.
- 2 photographs 3.5x4.5 cm on a white background without frames and ovals.
- Medical insurance policy.
- Copy of RF passport.
- Help from work. If you are a student, then a certificate from an educational institution, a sponsorship letter, a certificate of employment and an extract from the sponsor's bank. If a pensioner, then a copy of the pension certificate.
- Statement from the bank.
- Translation of documents into English or Austrian.
- Flights. If you are traveling by car, then draw up a route sheet, make a copy of the STS and driver's license, as well as a Green Card for the car.
- Hotel.
- Invitation, contact details and a copy of an identity document from a private person.
- Consent to the processing of personal data.
List of documents for a student visa to Austria
- Completed visa application form.
- International passport.
- A copy of the first page of a valid international passport.
- 2 photographs 3.5x4.5 cm on a white background without frames and ovals.
- Medical insurance policy.
- Copy of RF passport.
- Certificate from the educational institution.
- Sponsorship letter, certificate of employment and bank statement of the sponsor.
- Translation of documents into English or Austrian.
- Flights. If you are traveling by car, then draw up a route sheet, make a copy of the STS and driver's license, as well as a Green Card for the car.
- Hotel.
- Documents from the educational institution.
- Consent to the processing of personal data.
Samples of documents for a visa to Austria
In order to obtain the right to stay in the country, every tourist, student or worker must receive a special document from the visa center - a visa. There are several varieties of this document: work, student, tourist, and for each a separate list of necessary certificates and papers has been created.
Sample certificate from the place of work
Sample sponsorship letter
Requirements for photographs for a visa to Austria
Photos for a visa to Austria must be 3.5 x 4.5 cm on a light background without frames and ovals, no older than three months. The rules are listed below.
The cost of obtaining a visa to Austria
The cost of obtaining a visa to Austria consists of several components:
Consular and service fees for a short-term C visa - 35 and 25 euros, respectively. If you plan to apply for an urgent visa in 3 days, then multiply the amount of the consular fee by two.
National visa fees - 100 euros.
The consular fee is not paid:
- children under six years old;
- close relatives of EU citizens;
- close relatives of citizens of the Russian Federation who legally reside in the European Union;
- if the purpose of the trip is education, then schoolchildren, postgraduates and teachers do not pay for the contract;
- disabled people of the first and second groups and their attendants.
Terms of issuing a visa to Austria
In practice, a visa to Austria is issued within 10 working days. During peak season and on the eve of New Year's holidays, visa processing can take up to three weeks, so we recommend applying for a visa in advance. If your trip is planned within a week, then apply for an urgent visa. As we wrote earlier, such a visa is issued in 3-5 days and will cost the applicant from 105 euros.
A national type D visa is considered up to six months.
Important information about visas for Austria
- Visas can be issued three months before the trip
- Certificates are valid for a month
- When a child travels without one parent, a notarized consent for the child's departure is required
- Inquiries must be translated into English or Austrian
- The certificate for the director must include the signature of the deputy or accountant.
- In case of visa refusal, fees are not refundable.
Where to apply for a visa to Austria?
The easiest way to apply for a visa to Austria is at Visa Travel visa centers. The company has offices in almost every major city.
