https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Austria in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed From phone use to riding home after drinks, cycling in Austria is full of myths. Here’s what the rules really say and how to avoid fines. https://www.thelocal.at/20250508/bikes-booze-and-sidewalks-10-cycling-myths-you-shouldnt-believe-in-austria Thu, 08 May 2025 14:48:58 +0200 bikes-booze-and-sidewalks-10-cycling-myths-you-shouldnt-believe-in-austria Austria’s relaxed helmet rules might surprise you, but legal consequences can still follow if you ride without one. https://www.thelocal.at/20250424/do-i-need-to-wear-a-helmet-when-riding-a-bike-or-e-bike-in-austria Thu, 24 Apr 2025 12:26:08 +0200 do-i-need-to-wear-a-helmet-when-riding-a-bike-or-e-bike-in-austria Vienna plans sand-yellow cycle zones and new crossing points on the Ring. Find out what changes first, and how car access is meant to work https://www.thelocal.at/20260326/how-changes-to-viennas-ringstrasse-are-set-to-affect-drivers-and-commuters Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:50:15 +0100 how-changes-to-viennas-ringstrasse-are-set-to-affect-drivers-and-commuters Summer is coming, schools are closing, and many parents will be wondering how they are going to keep their kids entertained and juggle other responsibilities over the next few weeks. https://www.thelocal.at/20210611/what-are-kids-allowed-to-do-alone-under-austrian-law Fri, 11 Jun 2021 13:50:05 +0200 what-are-kids-allowed-to-do-alone-under-austrian-law From 2026, Austria’s roads will look different: e-mopeds won't be allowed on cycle paths, new safety standards will apply to so-called 'micromobility' vehicles, and cities will gain new powers to monitor car access. https://www.thelocal.at/20251016/what-austrias-new-road-laws-will-change-for-e-scooters-and-electric-bikes Thu, 16 Oct 2025 18:54:36 +0200 what-austrias-new-road-laws-will-change-for-e-scooters-and-electric-bikes Helmet rules for e-mobility users may soon change in Austria. Here’s what’s behind the Transport Ministry’s planned road safety reform. https://www.thelocal.at/20250729/austria-plans-helmet-mandate-for-e-bike-and-e-scooter-users-amid-rising-injuries Tue, 29 Jul 2025 13:18:45 +0200 austria-plans-helmet-mandate-for-e-bike-and-e-scooter-users-amid-rising-injuries Electric bikes are becoming more and popular in Austria and in Vienna in particular. But are there any specific rules users need to know? https://www.thelocal.at/20231013/what-are-the-rules-for-electric-bikes-in-austria Fri, 13 Oct 2023 12:03:04 +0200 what-are-the-rules-for-electric-bikes-in-austria Cycling is booming across Austria, but so is bike theft. Here’s what you need to know to keep your ride safe - from the best locks to where (and how) to park. https://www.thelocal.at/20250429/how-to-protect-your-bike-from-being-stolen-in-austria Tue, 29 Apr 2025 13:16:38 +0200 how-to-protect-your-bike-from-being-stolen-in-austria Austria is a beautiful country with amazing nature and great opportunities for sports tourism all year round. However, mountain bikers might be surprised by some strict rules - here's what you need to know https://www.thelocal.at/20230413/reader-question-am-i-allowed-to-bike-in-austrian-forests-and-mountains Thu, 13 Apr 2023 16:42:50 +0200 reader-question-am-i-allowed-to-bike-in-austrian-forests-and-mountains Vienna is undergoing a cycling boom, and the city is investing heavily in new cycle paths and infrastructure. But what exactly is being built, and where can you soon pedal safely through town? https://www.thelocal.at/20250317/where-viennas-newest-cycle-paths-are-being-created-right-now Mon, 17 Mar 2025 13:49:40 +0100 where-viennas-newest-cycle-paths-are-being-created-right-now From challenging trails in the hills to relaxed routes around the Danube, here we list the best trail spots around Vienna. https://www.thelocal.at/20240701/where-around-vienna-can-you-go-mountain-biking Mon, 01 Jul 2024 18:55:58 +0200 where-around-vienna-can-you-go-mountain-biking The rules of the roads aren’t just for motorists – they apply to cyclists too. To avoid being fined by the police, here’s what you need to know about cycling in Austria. https://www.thelocal.at/20230123/cycling-in-austria-7-rules-you-can-be-fined-for-breaking Mon, 23 Jan 2023 13:49:22 +0100 cycling-in-austria-7-rules-you-can-be-fined-for-breaking Vienna’s unique location and changing seasons make it a haven for sports enthusiasts. From ice skating in the city centre to mountain biking in the Vienna Woods, here’s what you can try. https://www.thelocal.at/20241211/7-adventurous-outdoor-sports-to-try-in-and-around-vienna Wed, 11 Dec 2024 17:35:46 +0100 7-adventurous-outdoor-sports-to-try-in-and-around-vienna Mountain bikers hurried on a summer day to catch the last gondola up the mountain at one of Austria's top Alpine resorts, loading their bikes onto racks usually reserved for skis. https://www.thelocal.at/20240715/austria-pivots-towards-mountain-bike-tourism-as-alps-warm Mon, 15 Jul 2024 12:54:52 +0200 austria-pivots-towards-mountain-bike-tourism-as-alps-warm The Local's Julia Jakobsson, who uses her bike as her main mode of transport in Vienna, explains what you should consider before riding in the Austrian capital. https://www.thelocal.at/20240628/10-things-you-definitely-should-know-if-you-cycle-in-vienna Fri, 28 Jun 2024 12:57:13 +0200 10-things-you-definitely-should-know-if-you-cycle-in-vienna The Vienna Green Party has once again launched the "Bike Rescue" campaign. Until the autumn, cyclists will have around 100 appointments throughout Vienna where they can have a free bike check carried out. https://www.thelocal.at/20240410/how-to-get-your-bicycle-serviced-for-free-in-vienna Wed, 10 Apr 2024 16:07:06 +0200 how-to-get-your-bicycle-serviced-for-free-in-vienna Vienna may be one of the best cities for cyclists in the world but readers think it could make some improvements to make getting around by bike safer and more enjoyable. https://www.thelocal.at/20231020/bike-paths-too-narrow-how-vienna-could-be-more-cycle-friendly Fri, 20 Oct 2023 16:51:04 +0200 bike-paths-too-narrow-how-vienna-could-be-more-cycle-friendly Demand for bicycles has soared in Europe during the coronavirus pandemic, but conversely the global supply is at record low levels, with consumers having to wait months or over a year for their bike of choice. https://www.thelocal.at/20210114/video-why-you-may-struggle-to-get-a-bike-in-europe-in-2021 Thu, 14 Jan 2021 15:41:40 +0100 video-why-you-may-struggle-to-get-a-bike-in-europe-in-2021 According to the authority in charge of cycling in Vienna, the first half of this year saw a 5% increase in the number of cyclists in the city. https://www.thelocal.at/20160725/the-best-cycle-routes-around-vienna-austria-danube-travel-tips-outdoor-activities-family-holiday Mon, 25 Jul 2016 12:53:41 +0200 the-best-cycle-routes-around-vienna-austria-danube-travel-tips-outdoor-activities-family-holiday June 3rd is European Cycling Day and what better time to plan a cycling adventure in Austria? Picturesque riversides and lakes, idyllic villages, historical towns and magnificent mountains are on offer - and taking your bike on the train is no problem. https://www.thelocal.at/20150603/nine-spectacular-rides-in-austria-you-have-to-cycle Wed, 03 Jun 2015 15:39:27 +0200 nine-spectacular-rides-in-austria-you-have-to-cycle