Austria is actively committed to clean air. Low emission zones have been set up in six out of nine federal states. These zones were created to reduce emissions of particulate matter and nitrogen oxides and thus protect the environment. The focus is particularly on delivery traffic, as it is considered to be the main source of these harmful emissions. However, it is likely that this regulation will also be extended to passenger transport in the future, as the EU directives on particulate matter and nitrogen oxides are not yet fully complied with.
Since 2015, the environmental sticker has been mandatory in Austria for all lorries wishing to enter an environmental zone. So-called fiscal vehicles, which are registered as N1 lorries, also require this environmental sticker. The sticker is available in six different colours, each of which stands for certain Euro standards. Each sticker has a unique serial number that can be traced by the authorities.
The environmental sticker is mandatory in various federal states such as Burgenland, Linz, Lower Austria, Upper Austria, Styria, Tyrol and Vienna. Anyone who enters an environmental zone without a valid sticker risks a fine of up to 2,180 euros. If false information is provided to obtain the sticker, fines of up to 7,270 euros can be imposed. It is therefore advisable to inform yourself in advance on our green-zones.eu website and take advantage of the benefits of the environmental badge to avoid fines.
Our website also provides information on environmental zones in other countries as well as various environmental badges that are required in Europe. Compliance with the regulations helps to protect the environment and promote sustainable transport practices and, above all, avoid fines.
Our free Green-Zones app offers users the opportunity to access real-time information on environmental zones and be informed about restrictions. This makes it easier for environmentally conscious travellers to find their way around environmental zones and comply with the regulations.