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Traveling around Austria with a rental car

Tourist Austria is a country of magnificent alpine resorts, rich cultural heritage, clean lakes, the best music and the unique atmosphere of Viennese cafes. On the one hand, Austrian architecture is a realm of opulent Baroque and Empire in the heyday of Habsburg dynasty. On the other hand, the austere beauty of medieval castles with powerful walls and Gothic spiers.

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Viennese Hofburg palaces, Schönbrunn and Belvedere, Salzburg Mirabell, residence Esterhazy in Eisenstadt today delights the eye with its grandiose size, elegance of form and brilliance of decoration.

Among ski lovers, it is believed that Austrian resorts are the best in Europe according to several criteria: price, quality of slopes, infrastructure, safety. In total, there are about 1000 places in the country where you can ride - from full-fledged modern complexes to small villages with 1-2 slopes.

Rent a car in Austria and drive like a breeze from Vienna to Graz and from there via Klagenfurt to Salzburg, stopping along the way, where you like to have a bite to eat, slowly enjoy the scenery or take colorful photos - this is a great option for a tourist who is in love with this beautiful country.

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Planning your movements around the city, you should take into account that traffic along its main streets is usually difficult in the middle of the day. Must-see places include:

Palaces - Schönbrunn, Hofburg and Belvedere;
Viennese the town hall, which can be seen from afar, is the merit of its 105-meter tower, which served as a kind of lighthouse. Currently, the town hall is not only a popular attraction that attracts thousands of tourists all year round, but also the seat of the city parliament and the center of public life in the Austrian capital.
Vienna Ferris Wheel and Naschmarkt;
St. Stephen's Cathedral;
Wurstelprater amusement park;
Graben - one of the most famous streets of the capital, etc.

A leisurely journey through the lake part of the country and a detailed overview The sights of this European country will be more comfortable if you rent a car in Austria.

How to rent a car in Austria without a franchise

There are several ways to rent a car in Austria:

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With online booking. By the way, Austrians are the first to sell economy cars.

To rent a car in Austria, you will need the following documents:

International Driving Permit
Passport;
Credit card;
The age of the driver is not younger than 21.

When concluding a contract, ask what kind of insurance was included in its cost. It is necessary to insist that the contract spell out: party liability and 3rd (civil liability affecting third parties); Theft Waiver (anti-theft insurance); CDW (analogous to CASCO with an attached franchise).

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There are many useful services for booking cars online in Austria. Representative offices of transnational rental companies are found everywhere. You can find offices: Hertz; Avis; Sixt; Europcar; Alamo.

Here you can find budget options for 20-30 euros / day. All models posted on the site are equipped with air conditioning. Cars are delivered free of charge within the city limits of Vienna. In most firms, models with a manual transmission predominate, but you can also find an automatic if you wish. Prepare mentally for the high cost of vending machines (from 30 euros / day).

The airport is the most suitable place for this, since it is here that the company's fleet is equipped with the most impressive number of models of various classes and categories. Indispensable components of a profitable car rental in Austria from Bookingautos are:

the possibility of pre-booking a car;
24/7 customer support;
guaranteeing the good condition of all cars;
the ability to pick up a car in one place and return it to another.

At Vienna airport, renting a small SEAT Ibiza car will cost 20 euros per day, or a Peugeot 308 car SW - about 50 euros per day, or

Auto Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse about 100 euros per day.

Driving in Austria

The roads in Austria are very smooth, of good quality and have excellent pavement characteristics. Driving on Austrian roads is a pleasure. But precisely because the tracks are ideal, the passage on autobahns and highways is paid, and local drivers cannot stand too slow autotourists.

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traffic rules in Austria comply with European standards.

Dipped beam is required at night (it also turns on in poor visibility).
Children whose heighthas not exceeded one and a half meters (or the age of 12 years old) are required to sit in a car seat.
Telephone conversations - only on a wireless device, with which you can talk on a smartphone without hands.
The driver's alcohol content must not exceed 0.49 ppm.
For cars weighing no more than 3.5 tons, speed limits apply: 50 km / h - while driving in the locality; 100 km / h - outside the residential area; 130 km / h - on highways and highways; 60 km/h is the required minimum on the autobahn.
A car that is rented in Austria must be equipped with everything necessary (first aid kit, warning triangle, winter equipment, reflective vest). This needs to be checked in advance.

Fines:

speeding - 21-2180 euros;
not fastened seat belts - 35;
wrong parking - 36;
communication without a headset on a mobile phone - 50;
alcohol intoxication - 300-5900;
move without vignette - 120;
improper transportation of children - 35.

Austrian parking limit you in time and in most cases they are paid. Experienced people advise using underground parking (25 euros per day). When you see the blue line, know that this is a parking space. On weekdays, parking rates look like this:

10 minutes - free of charge;
half an hour - 1 euro;
an hour is two euros;
one and a half hours - 3;
two hours - 4.

Timer for use in parking lots where a few minutes (15, 30, 60) can be parked for free, usually found in the glove compartment of a rental car. If there is no timer, but you still need to park for a while, then you can write with a pen on a regular sheet of paper the arrival time, rounded up to a quarter of an hour ahead, and put it under the windshield.

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In order to travel on Austrian toll roads, you need to purchase a special pass. The pass is glued to the windshield near the mirror. The terms of action are different - from 10 days to a year. The rates are as follows: 10 days - at least 9 euros; two months - about 25 euros; a year - about 90 euros.

There are also sections of the canvas with a separate payment. Usually it is 5-8 euros. We list some of these sections:

A9 autobahn;
Katschberg and Tauern tunnels;
Karawanken tunnel;
Autobahn S16;
Route 108 Felbertauerntunnel.

Among the toll roads in Austria, panoramic roads stand apart. A 1-day ticket for driving on the Großglockner High Alpine Road, which passes through the Hohe Tauern National Park, for a passenger car will cost 40 euros. The Timmelsjoch High Alpine Road leads from Austria to Italy and costs about 20 euros one way. Both roads are open to traffic in the summer and only during daylight hours.

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Renting an electric car in Austria

Austrian roads and their quality are the benchmark for European highways. The Austrian infrastructure for eco-transport is also a benchmark for European countries. Renting an electric car within the ecological zone is an opportunity to drive to the business center of most cities in Austria and the optimal cost of maintaining a car.

Austria has introduced significant restrictions on the movement of classic vehicles. In contrast to the restriction for petrol / diesel cars, the A12 motorway towards Tyrol is completely open for electric cars. There are also no restrictions for electric vehicles in the largest cities in Austria, where there are prohibitive ecozones: Burgenland, Graz, Styria, Vienna and its surrounding area.

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Choosing an electric car for a business or leisure trip in Austria is important, taking into account the peculiarities of transport in this country. There are a lot of elevation changes, serpentines, roads that require the endurance of a car and long-term autonomy. Tesla rental in Austria is beneficial due to the low cost of maintenance. These cars are ideal for the mountainous terrain of Austria, where long-term autonomy and comfort are needed. For example, renting a Tesla Model S Long Range electric car in Vienna will cost 300 euros per day, or the Tesla Model X Performance (the fastest and most powerful sports utility vehicle) - from 300 euros per day.

Good to know

Monthly price chart. Approximate prices for 7 days rental

January

€173

February

€149

March

€153

April

€240

May

€248

June

€281

July

€304

August

€260

September

€190

October

€152

November

€142

December

€209

The most popular cars in Austria

Fiat 500

€13 / Day

Citroen C1

€14 / Day

Ford Fiesta

€18 / Day

Ford Focus

€23 / Day

Opel Astra Estate

€28 / Day

Audi A4

€32 / Day

BMW X1

€33 / Day

Ford Foxus Estate

€33 / Day

Mercedes C Class

€43 / Day

BMW 5 series

€45 / Day

Ford Tourneo

€55 / Day

BMW 4 Cabrio

€65 / Day

Audi A6

€70 / Day

Audi A5 Cabrio

€75 / Day

Mercedes Vito

€80 / Day

Popular rental locations in Austria

Innsbruck - Airport

Salzburg - Airport

Vienna - Airport

Klagenfurt - Airport

Graz - Airport

Innsbruck

Linz

Salzburg Downtown

Graz - City

Vienna City

Klagenfurt

Kitzbuhel

Bregenz

Zell am See

Villach

Dornbirn

Documents needed to rent a car

Driving license

Credit card

Voucher

Passport

A valid international driver's license is required!

Everything you need to know about car hire in Austria

Download Google maps for offline access

The presence of an offline navigator allows you to save on roaming. It is enough just to download the necessary maps from Google Maps and get directions even without a network connection. To do this, enter the phrase "OK MAPS" in the application, select the desired area and download offline maps to your smartphone.

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Book in advance

Austria is now in ever-increasing demand, which affects the high demand for car rental. By booking online, you can avoid any unpleasant surprises after you arrive at your destination. Both with the car itself and with its rent.

It is better to book a car at least one and a half months before the trip. As the required date approaches, the number of available offers is reduced, and the cost of the remaining models increases. If plans change and the trip is postponed, then you can cancel the rental without any sanctions 2 days before it starts.

Which car to choose

Choose a car according to the purpose of your trip. You can drive around the city and its surroundings in a compact car Citroen C1 or Opel Corsa. These models are the most popular with our customers in Austria.

In the mountains, more powerful transport will be required. Pay attention to the volume of the engine - it must be more than 1.6 liters. An all-wheel drive crossover would be ideal. VW Passat Estate will cost €47 per day. By the way, before leaving, do not forget to refuel with a margin. On the rises, the fuel goes one and a half to two times more. Gas stations in mountain villages are rare.

What you need to pay attention to at the time of receiving a car

Before picking up, you are required to carefully inspect the car and point out to the rental company manager for scratches, damage and defects, such as dirty seat upholstery. You should check the ignition and the fuel level in the tank. You need to know the conditions for returning the car - where exactly, with what amount of fuel to return the car.

The rental agreement must include a telephone number to contact the rental company. It is designed so that customers can get help in emergency situations, such as when a car breaks down or in the event of an accident. A call to the rental company should be done first, even before the arrival of the police.

Insurance recommendations

Rental companies in Austria may offer different insurance options. They differ in price and set of options. Here are the basic types:

Third Party Liability (TPL)/Third Liability Protection (TLP). This is a third party liability protection. If you are the culprit of an accident, the insurance will compensate for the costs of the victims for you.
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW). This is to protect your vehicle from any damage. She works with a franchise. This is the amount that you will have to pay in case of damage in any case. The company will cover anything over the limit. The insurance does not cover theft.
Theft Insurance (TI)/Theft Protection (TP)/Theft Waiver (TW). This is car theft protection. Operates with a franchise.
Super Loss Damage Waiver (SLDW)/Theft Protection+Collision Damage Waiver (TP+CDW). Full protection against theft and damage, even if you are the culprit of the accident.
Personal Accident Insurance (PAI). This is medical insurance for the driver and passengers.

If you want to save money and choose the cheapest insurance, carefully inspect the car upon receipt. Make sure the machine is not damaged. Austria 9

Fuel prepayment terms

For trips over long distances, it is better to choose the option with the already included payment for a full tank. If you have a short trip, then this service is inappropriate. Be sure to read the fuel policy before making a booking:

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If necessary, use the special filter to select the most convenient option for you.

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Rent without mileage limit

According to the rental conditions, the mileage can be limited or unlimited. Travel lovers should choose the option without a limit. It will cost more, but in the end it will save. Check the appropriate box to filter offers with unlimited mileage.

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Compare conditions of different rental companies

When choosing a rental car in Austria, you should carefully read all the terms of the rental. This is due to the fact that different companies may differ not only in rental prices, but also in conditions for limiting mileage, the cost of additional services, and the amount of the deposit. To compare rental conditions, it is convenient to use the search and booking system on our website.

Which rental company to choose

Pay attention to the car park. Large and reliable companies regularly buy new cars.

Our clients name the top companies in Austria - EUROPCAR with an average rating 9.9 points and SIXT with 9 points.

We show all the rental conditions of different companies. Read the rules carefully before booking a car.

Getting a car at a rental office

Before signing a car rental agreement, it should be carefully checked for damage and defects. Do not be shy to point out the identified problems and problems - then you will not have to answer for them. When returning, pay attention to the fuel in the tank. Its volume must correspond to that prescribed in the agreement.

Also, do not ignore the phone number provided by the technical support representative when concluding the contract. After all, even the most experienced driver is not insured against a breakdown, accident or other force majeure event. In such a case, contact a specialist before the arrival of the police.

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