Vienna's St. Stephen's Cathedral Bans Large Bags
- Starting mid-October 2026, St. Stephen's Cathedral will prohibit large suitcases and trolleys to enhance safety for its 6 million annual visitors.
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Vienna's St. Stephen's Cathedral Bans Large Bags · Vienna to Raise Local Tourism Tax to 8 Percent · Austria Tourism Stays Rise 1.5% Through August
Vienna to Raise Local Tourism Tax to 8 Percent
- Starting this July, Vienna will increase its Ortstaxe to 8 percent, aiming to generate 94 million euros despite concerns from hoteliers.
Austria Tourism Stays Rise 1.5% Through August
- Austria recorded 117.9 million overnight stays from January to August 2026, driven by a 2.3 percent increase in summer season bookings.