Austrian Floods: Travel Disruption and Latest Updates
While clean-up efforts have already begun in Vienna and Lower Austria, public transport in both regions remains disrupted due to flooding caused by severe storms over the weekend.
Repair Bonus Expanded to Cover All Bicycles
Under the scheme, 50% of the repair costs can be reimbursed, and a service or maintenance check may be subsidised by up to €30.
Graz Unveils Monument to City’s First Petrol Pump
Graz’s first petrol pump was opened in Jakominiplatz 100 years ago by former racing driver Heinrich Haas and cinema proprietor Karl Löffler.
Vienna U-Bahn and ÖBB Services Remain Disrupted by Flooding on Monday
Passengers are advised to use unaffected lines for their journeys, as it remains unclear when normal services will resume.
Salzburg Offers Free Public Transport for Petrol-Free Days
The campaign runs on September 7 and from September 20 to 24, coinciding with the annual Rupertikirtag festival, honouring Salzburg’s patron saint, St. Rupert.
Public Transport Pass Sales Rise in Eastern Austria in 2024
According to VOR, there are now over 62,000 VOR KlimaTickets in circulation, marking a 9.5% increase in sales.
Vienna to Host First World Tram Driving Championship
Vienna’s team currently holds the European title after winning the 2023 European Tram Driver Championship.
ÖBB: Rail Services to Resume Following Construction Works
The S-Bahn between Vienna Praterstern and Floridsdorf, and from Bad Vöslau to Leobersdorf, reopens next week.
Vienna’s Westbahnhof Tops Passenger Survey
The station received high praise for its bright, welcoming building and easy access, but some complaints were made about cleanliness.
Vienna-Bratislava Ship Service Stopped After Incident
The ship was forced to swerve to avoid an obstacle shortly after departing from its mooring at Schwedenplatz on the Danube Canal.
