Is Austria Safe for First-Time Travelers?
Safety Scores / Austria
Travel verdict: Recommended. The scores and risks below say why.
Key Risks
- Low overall crime rate
- Alpine hiking risks; weather can change rapidly
- Avalanche danger in mountain regions in winter
Travel Verdict: Recommended
Respect mountain safety guidelines when hiking
World-class healthcare; EHIC valid for EU citizens
Card payments widely accepted
Emergency: 112 / Mountain Rescue: 140
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