While driving through the highways of Austria, you will be spoilt with one breathtaking view after another. Nestled in the middle of Europe, there may not be any coastal paths to follow, but there's plenty of variety on the open road: enjoy driving your car hire in the Alps, cruise along the Danube and visit ancient castles
Austria Time Difference
The time difference in Austria is GMT +1 (GMT +2 from the last Sunday in March to the Saturday before the last Sunday in October). So better set your watch when driving your cheap car hire in Salzburg!
Language in Austria
German is Austria's official language but English is also widely understood, so you'll run into no problems if you need to ask for directions while driving your cheap car hire in Innsbruck or Linz, or any of the other fabulous Austrian destinations!
Electricity in Austria
Austria electricity operates on 220 volts and 50Hz electricity. The continental two-round-pin plug is standard.
Currency in Austria
After booking your cheap car hire in Austria, take a look at the current exchange rates to prepare for your holidays. The currency in Austria is the Euro (EUR). In the cities and main tourist areas, there are plenty of ATM machines, however more remote locations may not have them. The local tax in Austria is 21%.
Tourism in Austria
When planning your holiday with a car hire in Austria, be sure to have a look at the following websites to find out tourism office locations, places to visit and further information you may need for your trip. To know more, visit the Austrian National Tourism Office website.
Austria Visa & Embassy Information
UK citizens planning a holiday to Austria do not require a Visa. Simply bring your British passport along and you're good to go! The main British Embassy is located in Vienna. To know more about UK Embassies in Austria and other information, visit the website provided.
Before you book your cheap car hire in Austria, it's probably worth taking a look at the above essential Austria travel information, which includes everything you need to know when planning your holiday, as well as all the arrangements you need to make before travelling.
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