Cycling in Austria

Vienna's cycle path network  is more than 1,700 kilometres long  and is constantly being expanded.

It consists of various types of cycle paths such as cycle lanes, cycle paths and combined pedestrian and cycle paths.

WienMobil RadWienMobil Rad () is a public bike rental service that enables everyone to get around Vienna by bike either free of charge or for a minimal fee. There are currently  3,000 bicycles available at 185 locations (terminals) throughout the city, and the number is set to rise. It is not necessary to reserve a bike in advance. After registering, you can rent a bike, ride it wherever you want and then return it to any terminal.

A bicycle accident can result in serious head injuries. Many of these injuries can be avoided by wearing a bicycle helmet.

A well-fitted bicycle helmet should therefore be a matter of course - for both adults and children.

Children under the age of twelve must wear a cycle helmet (under Austrian law). The parent, or other responsible adult must ensure that any children in their care wear a helmet when on a bike. This also applies to children under the age of twelve who are transported in a bicycle trailer or sitting in a child’s seat on the back of a bike.

You may use the following traffic areas as a cyclist:

• Public roads. However, if a cycle path is available, this must be used. (Exception: including cycle paths which are not subject to mandatory use or combined footpaths and cycle paths which are not subject to mandatory use)
• "Cycle paths" and "footpaths and cycle lanes"
• Cycle lanes (part of the road marked for cyclists, must be kept clear of stationary and moving traffic)
• Multi-purpose lane (a cycle lane that may also be used by other road users under special circumstances)
• Cyclist crossing (part of the road designated for cyclists to cross, marked by evenly spaced transverse markings)
• Residential streets
• Pedestrian zones at walking speed and only if this is expressly permitted by signage
• Meeting zones