Carinthia campsite closes after 39 years due to new tourist tax

Despite record overnight stays at campsites, motorhome sales in Austria remain low. The key reason cited is the NoVA tax, which makes motorhomes 40-45% more expensive in Austria than in Germany. In 2025, only 2,054 new motorhomes were sold in Austria, representing 2.5% of the German market.

A Volkswagen T6.1 California Beach Edition is available on the used vehicle market. The camper van, first registered in 10/2021, has 30,000 km mileage and features a 150 PS diesel engine with automatic transmission.

Salzburg offers organized stops and daytime parking for motorhome travelers. The main year-round stop has 110 spaces with utilities and direct bus connection to the city center. Daytime parking in the city is allowed for a maximum of 3 hours, while overnight stays are prohibited.

A court has approved a restructuring plan for Austrian tiny house pioneer WW Wohnwagon in its insolvency proceedings. Creditors will receive a quota of 20%, payable within two years. The plan is already confirmed following a cash payment of 5%.

The Tiny House pioneer "WW Wohnwagon GmbH" filed for insolvency on December 9, 2025. A restructuring plan has been proposed, offering creditors a 20% quota over two years, contingent on a 5% cash deposit by June 30, 2026.

The classic physical vignette sticker for Austrian motorways will be discontinued from 2027. 2026 is the last year travelers can choose between the sticker and the digital version. The digital vignette is linked to the license plate and enforced by cameras; spontaneous travelers must note an 18-day activation period for online purchases.