The ARBÖ advises all drivers to prepare for longer travel times, switch to public transport if possible, and plan sufficient time for the journey. Significant delays are expected, especially on Saturday.

Fair "Living & Interior" in Vienna Causes Traffic Jams Over the Weekend

In Vienna, the fair "Living & Interior" takes place from Wednesday to Sunday (March 12-16) at the exhibition grounds. Around 80,000 visitors are expected, eager to learn about the latest trends in living, design, and interior architecture. Due to the high number of visitors, significant delays can occur on the access roads. Particularly affected are the A23 Südosttangente on and before the exits Handelskai and Knoten Prater, the Handelskai itself, the Ausstellungstraße, and the Praterstern. Drivers should prepare for heavy traffic and arrive early. Parking options include parking garages A and 2 as well as the exhibition grounds. However, the ARBÖ recommends using public transport. The U2 subway line with the stations Messe-Prater and Krieau, as well as bus lines 11A and 82A, offer a stress-free alternative. Visitors from other federal states or abroad can use Park+Ride facilities and continue to the fair by subway or bus lines.

Traffic Delays Due to Motorsport Show "Masters of Dirt" in Vienna

Another major event in Vienna is the motorsport show "Masters of Dirt," taking place from Friday to Sunday (March 14-16) at the Wiener Stadthalle. The spectacular event annually attracts numerous motorsport and extreme sports fans, and this year around 25,000 spectators are expected. The shows start on Friday at 8:00 PM, on Saturday at 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM, and on Sunday at 4:00 PM. The ARBÖ warns of significant traffic disruptions on the Lerchenfelder Gürtel and Gablenzgasse. The search for parking is further complicated by the short-term parking zone. On Friday, a parking time restriction from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM applies, with a maximum of two hours. Residential parking spaces, which can only be used with a parking permit or disabled pass, further reduce the parking availability. As an alternative, the Märzparkgarage and the Stadthallengarage are available, offering a parking flat rate of 10 euros for the period two hours before the event starts until 2 AM. The ARBÖ strongly recommends traveling by public transport. The U6 station Burggasse-Stadthalle, as well as tram lines 6, 9, 18, and 49, and bus line 48A, provide good connections.

"Linz Car Spring”

In Linz, the "Linz Car Spring” takes center stage at the Design Center on Saturday and Sunday (March 15-16). Car brands such as Abarth, Citroën, Jeep, and Volkswagen will present their latest models there. Around 20,000 visitors are expected, who want to learn about innovations in the automotive industry. The fair is open from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM on both days. Members of ARBÖ benefit from discounted ticket prices. Heavy traffic is expected on the access roads, especially in the morning hours. Those arriving by car will find parking options in the surrounding parking garages. However, ARBÖ advises using public transport. Tram lines 1 and 2 stop at the Europaplatz station and offer a convenient alternative to the car.

"Motion Expo” in Graz

Graz is also affected by increased traffic this weekend. From Friday to Sunday (March 14-16), the "Motion Expo” takes place at the Graz exhibition grounds, a fair focused on mobility with a special emphasis on sustainable and electric vehicles. Among the approximately 200 exhibitors are well-known brands like BMW, Tesla, KTM, and Hyundai. About 30,000 visitors are expected, which is likely to lead to severe traffic disruptions, especially on Saturday. The Conrad-von-Hötzendorf-Straße is particularly affected, where traffic congestion is expected. ARBÖ recommends traveling by public transport if possible. Tram line 4 stops at the Messeplatz station and offers a stress-free alternative to the car. For drivers, the exhibition center parking garage and other nearby parking spaces are available.

ARBÖ advises everyone traveling in Vienna, Linz, or Graz this weekend to plan enough time for their journey, pay attention to traffic warnings, and switch to public transport or Park+Ride facilities if possible. High traffic density is expected, especially on Saturday, so an early departure is recommended. Those who want to arrive relaxed and stress-free should leave the car behind and opt for bus and train.

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