No, you can’t eat on subway trains (U-bahn) in Vienna, Austria and here’s what may happen if you do
A recent article in the Austrian newspaper Heute reminded me about an article I had planned on writing for a […]
Category: Living in Vienna
What is better about living in Vienna, Austria than in the United States?
Living in Vienna, Austria is better than living in the U.S. — it just is As someone who has lived […]
Where to buy baking powder in Vienna, Austria and how to ask for it in German?
If you are baking a cake in Vienna, you will need to know where to buy baking powder and what […]
What is open on Sundays in Vienna, Austria when many places are closed?
Not everything is closed on Sundays in Vienna, Austria One of the things I thought I would not like when […]
How to find out what Vienna district you are in — it’s so easy I can’t believe I missed it
Vienna has 23 districts – how do you know which one you are in? When I moved to Vienna, Austria […]
Do you have to allow a chimney sweep into your home in Vienna, Austria?
I had a conversation recently with someone who had moved to Vienna, Austria just a few months ago, and was […]
How to find a pharmacy in Vienna, Austria near you? It is easier than you might think
One of the many things I like about living in Vienna, Austria is how organized the local government is when […]
How to find a veterinarian in Vienna, Austria near you? Follow these simple instructions
Whether you are on a trip to Vienna with a pet, or you have just moved to the capital city […]
How many foreigners live in Vienna, Austria? More than you might think
One of the things that surprised me the most when I moved to Austria’s capital city was how many foreigners […]
How many people live in Vienna, Austria? Is the city crowded?
In my attempt to have Oh My Vienna cover everything you could ever possibly want to know about Vienna, and […]
Do Austrians in Vienna speak English? Can you live in Vienna without speaking German?
While the answer to the questions ‘Do Austrians in Vienna speak English?‘ and ‘Can you live in Vienna without speaking […]
What you need to know about the Austrian healthcare system as an expat
One of the wonderful things about moving to Austria is you will soon be eligible to get treatment from the […]
How to open an Austrian bank account in under 30 minutes
If you are planning on moving to Austria, you will need to open a bank account so you can be […]
What paperwork is required to rent an apartment in Austria?
Renting an apartment in Vienna isn’t difficult if you are prepared I moved to Austria four years ago and, while […]
What should an Austrian lease or rental agreement include?
While an Austrian rental agreement (or Mietvertrag) is not that much different than the ones you are probably used […]
How to get a Meldezettel (address registration) in Vienna, Austria as an EU citizen
If you are an EU citizen and planning on staying in Vienna, Austria long-term, you will need to apply for […]
How much are utility costs in Austria? Is gas, electricity, water and garbage affordable?
Special Note, January, 2023: The cost of gas and electricity in Austria has massively increased over the last year. That […]
How to find a rental apartment in Vienna, Austria without paying an agent fee (Provisionsfreie Wohnungen)
Renting apartments in Vienna, Austria usually means you will have to pay an agent fee One of the big problems […]
How much is apartment rent in Vienna, Austria? It depends on the size and location
** Special note: When you consider apartment rent in Vienna, Austria be aware, overall, Vienna is one of Europe’s most […]