Austrian Alps travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Austrian Alps with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for the Austrian Alps.

Austrian Alps travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to the Austrian Alps with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

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Austrian Alps weather

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The Austrian Alps weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Kitzbuhel.

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Austrian Alps travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting the Austrian Alps from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

No travel advice for the Austrian Alps is currently available.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around the Austrian Alps.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Austrian Alps travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to the Austrian Alps with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

No travel health information for the Austrian Alps is currently available.

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Austrian Alps covid live updates

Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in the Austrian Alps with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.

No Covid-19 updates for the Austrian Alps are currently available.

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Austrian Alps travel features

Do you want to learn more about the Austrian Alps? Read our latest features covering travel tips and insider destination guides on where to go and what to do in the Austrian Alps.

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Austrian Alps FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to the Austrian Alps including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Austria?

You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Austria. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.

What is the time difference between the Austrian Alps and the UK?

The time difference between the Austrian Alps and the UK is UK time+1 hour.

Do you need a visa for the Austrian Alps?

No, UK passport holders do not need a visa to enter the Austrian Alps.

Check Austria visa requirements for all passport holders with VisaHQ* and iVisa.com*.

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