Practical information for the start
To ensure a smooth start in Feldkirch, we have compiled some helpful information here.
Getting there and getting around
Many roads lead to Stella in Feldkirch.
Timetable information for buses and trains in Vorarlberg can be found at vmobil.at.
For information on trains operating in Austria, please visit the ÖBB (Austrian Federal Railways) website Timetable – ÖBB.
Tipp: Vmobil and ÖBB offer convenient apps for accessing timetables directly on your mobile phone.
Another provider for longer distances, e.g. to Innsbruck, Salzburg, Vienna, etc., is Westbahn.
If you need information about connections in Switzerland, the SBB’s online portal for timetables, trains and public transport is a good place to start.
Information about train connections in Germany can be found here.
Arrival by car
From Tyrol: A14 motorway – Feldkirch/Frastanz exit
From Germany: A14 motorway – Feldkirch exit
From Switzerland/Liechtenstein: Schaanwald/Feldkirch-Tisis border crossing – main road
Banks and Bank Accounts
For practical and cost-effective everyday use, it is advisable to have a bank account with an Austrian bank. Among other things, an Austrian bank account is required for the following
- Proof of financial means for the residence permit
- Payment of rent and bills
- Salary payments for part-time jobs
- Reimbursements of state benefits
Some banks offer accounts for students without fees
The comparison platform Durchblicker allows you to compare various providers of student accounts.
The following banks are located in Feldkirch
Leisure activities in Feldkirch and the surrounding area
Feldkirch and Vorarlberg offer numerous opportunities for creative and sporting leisure activities.
ORF household licence fee
The ORF household licence levy (ORF contribution) replaces the previous GIS fee (broadcasting licence fee).
You can find out whether and how much you have to pay under General – OBS Website.
Austrian mobile phone providers
There are three main providers in the mobile communications sector in Austria: A1 Telekom Austria, Magenta Telekom and Hutchison Drei Austria.
In addition to these main operators, there are several mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) in Austria, such as HoT Telekom and spusu.
To find the best deals, it is advisable to visit the providers’ websites directly and compare their current student rates. Pay attention to details such as data allowance, network coverage, contract term and additional benefits.
Important tip
As Vorarlberg is located directly on the border with Switzerland and Liechtenstein, it can happen that your mobile phone, with “automatic network selection” activated, switches to a foreign network without your knowledge. This could lead to unexpected roaming charges. To ensure that you remain on the correct network, it is advisable to check your network settings.