• Language - German

  English is becoming more widely spoken by the younger generations as it is taught at school. It is useful to know some numbers and a few short phrases to get you around. See our printable phrase guide to get you started.

• Currency - Euro €1EU =$1.19USD = £0.68GBP (02/06)

  Cash machines or ATMs are widely available and accept all major credit cards and those displaying the PLUS or CIRRUS logos.

• Time - Central European Time (Gmt+1Hr)

  Clocks forward(+1) last Sunday in March, back last Sunday in October, (-1)

• Phone - Country Code +43

  To use local payphones you need a Telekom Austria Calling Card, available from post offices, Metro stations and Tabaks.

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