Living in Vienna
- The city of Vienna is continuously ranked among the top cities in the world for quality of life.
- Costs of living are moderate compared to other major European and international cities.
- Four reasons you should move to Vienna.
- Youtube channel of the University of Vienna.
- About the Austrian educational system.
Here are some useful links and information, if you are new in Vienna.
General
Calendar of events of the Viennese Newspaper "Falter"
Public transportation in Vienna and Austria
Wiener Linien (Public transport in Vienna):
There is the possibility to purchase a student ticket each semester for 150 €, which is valid for all public transportation within Vienna during the semester. If your main residence is in Vienna you only pay 75 €. If you are 26 years or older you can not buy this ticket anymore. Alternatively, you can purchase an annual ticket for 365 € which is also valid for all public transportation within Vienna.
ÖBB (Public transport in Austria):
If you want to travel in Austria, you can use the ÖBB. Find more information about tickets, etc. on their website. For everyone younger than 26: With the "Vorteilscard Jugend" (19 €/year), you can travel by train at discounted rates.
Finding an apartment
Rental property types & information about your rights: Website Viennese Government
It is mandatory to register your residence in Austria.
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