Police border checks cause up to 30-minute delays at Walserberg crossing
Vienna City Airport Train switches to high-frequency bus service during 14-month rail closure
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Austria updates travel advisory for Poland amid sabotage concerns
On 25 September 2026 Austria’s Foreign Ministry revised its Poland travel page, flagging recent sabotage on Polish infrastructure and urging travellers to stay alert while keeping the risk rating at Level 1. The notice affects the many Austrian firms sending technicians to Poland and underscores the value of pre-trip registration, contingency planning and correct customs documentation for equipment.
Brenner Pass night closures begin 25 September, disrupting Austria-Italy road freight and business travel
The A22 motorway at Brenner Pass introduced night-time closures from 25 September, starting with the Brennerbad southbound toll-gate, as part of resurfacing works that continue to 16 October. The restrictions may delay cross-border freight and business travel between Austria and Italy; companies should consider rail alternatives and schedule road movements outside the closure windows.
Vienna Airport connectivity reshuffled as inner-city S-Bahn line closes for 13 months
A year-long closure of Vienna’s central S-Bahn corridor has rerouted airport ground transport. From 7 September 2026 until late 2027 the City Airport Train is replaced by high-frequency buses, Railjet services remain unaffected, and suburban line S7 now ends at St. Marx. Businesses should allow extra transfer time and adapt meeting logistics as the downtown check-in stays closed.
Austrian Airlines Adds 100 Extra Flights for Autumn Holidays and Ramps Up Winter Asia Network
On 24 September 2026 Austrian Airlines unveiled more than 100 extra flights for Austria’s October school break and detailed a beefed-up 2026/27 winter schedule that emphasises Asian and Indian-Ocean destinations. The additions give business and leisure travellers expanded connectivity via Vienna and signal confidence in long-haul demand.