Major city · Austria
Tamsweg
Spend a half‑day in Tamsweg: walk the market square, visit the church and castle, then drive 15‑25 min to a ski area if desired.
Tamsweg is a small market town in Salzburg’s Lungau region. Its historic centre is walkable, and nearby ski resorts make it a good base for a short outdoor day. One half‑day covers the main sights; add a full day for skiing or cycling trips.
More
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- Jun–Sep for hiking, Dec–Mar for skiing
- avoid Jan–Feb (heavy snow on roads, chains required)
- Airports
- SZG · KLU
- Nights
- 0.5
Not a trip line yet
Rules in force · 7Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Central Europe ↗Six of the nine countries here — Austria, Switzerland, Czechia, Slovakia, Hungary and Slovenia — charge a time-based motorway vignette, mostly digital and linked to the number plate; buy it before the first motorway past the border, because cameras, not toll booths, do the checking.
- Central Europe ↗Temporary police checks at internal Schengen borders are common in this region in 2026 (Germany, Austria, Poland, Slovenia among others — check): keep your passport on you on every cross-border train, bus and road even though there is no fixed control post.
- Austria ↗Austria is in the EU and the Schengen area: check entry rules, the EU Entry/Exit System and any travel authorisation requirement for your passport on official sources.
- Austria ↗Motorways and expressways need a vignette (digital or sticker); driving on them without one brings on-the-spot fines.
- Austria ↗Winter tyres or chains are required in winter conditions; hire cars from outside Austria may not have them fitted.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Tamsweg112 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Tamsweg, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the euro (EUR).Austria-wide
- SIM or eSIMA1, Magenta and Drei are the networks; prepaid SIMs from shops and supermarkets (registration with ID).Austria-wide
- Tap waterTap water is excellent.Austria-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Round up or 5–10%, told to the server when paying.Austria-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Austria-wide
- SafetyTamsweg is safe for tourists; main risks are winter road conditions and occasional avalanches on mountain passes.
Show all 12 answers
- RestroomsPublic toilets in cities cost €0.50 (≈ under US$1); cafés and museums have free ones for guests.Austria-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 122 fire · 140 Mountain rescue (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysShops close on Sundays and holidays; Saturday afternoon closures in small towns.Austria-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportSZG Salzburg Airport (130 km (81 mi), about 2 h by car).SZG Salzburg Airport (81 mi (130 km), about 2 h by car).
- Getting aroundWalking covers the centre; for ski areas or farther sights use a car or local bus.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee in a café€2–3 (≈ US$3–4)
- Metro or bus rideLocal bus ticket€2.50 (≈ US$3)
- Budget bedGuesthouse room (double), a night, per room€55 (≈ US$65)
- Mid-range bedGuesthouse room (double), a night, per room€80 (≈ US$95)
- High-end bedGuesthouse room (double), a night, per room€120 (≈ US$140)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €45 (≈ US$55) · Mid €70 (≈ US$85) · High €110 (≈ US$130)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- SZG Salzburg Airport (130 km (81 mi), about 2 h by car) · KLU Klagenfurt Airport (85 km (53 mi), about 1 h 15 min by car)SZG Salzburg Airport (81 mi (130 km), about 2 h by car) · KLU Klagenfurt Airport (53 mi (85 km), about 1 h 15 min by car)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Care
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
Feb
Care
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
Mar
Best
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Apr
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
May
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Jun
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jul
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Aug
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Sep
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Oct
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Nov
not flagged
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Dec
Best
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Best: Mar, Jun–Sep, Dec. Mixed: Jan–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)), coolest Jan (−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C) low), wettest Dec (12 rain days), driest Jun (4). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Tamsweg: next 7 days
Loading forecast…
Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
Loading…
Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
10 rd
Feb
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
8 rd
Mar
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
7 rd
Apr
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
6 rd
May
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
5 rd
Jun
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
4 rd
Jul
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
5 rd
Aug
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
6 rd
Sep
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
7 rd
Oct
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
9 rd
Nov
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
11 rd
Dec
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
12 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walking covers the centre; for ski areas or farther sights use a car or local bus. Bicycles use the R2 Murradweg trail.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Obertauern ski resort
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
Car, about 25 min via B99
Lift tickets required; check opening dates.
Katschberg ski area
goDoor to door: ≈20 min total
Car, about 10 min via B99
Family‑friendly slopes.
Fanningberg mountain
goDoor to door: ≈25 min total
Car, about 15 min via B96
Winter hiking and ski touring.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Tamsweg town centre
check
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €45–70 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
- Mid
- €70–110 (≈ US$85–130) excl. bed
- High
- €110 (≈ US$130)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse room (double)1 × 1 night × €80 | €80 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × €70 | €140 |
| Murtalbahn train (round‑trip)2 × €12 · check | €24 |
| Car rental (day, compact)2 × €45 · check | €90 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €33 |
| Trip total≈ €184 per person per day, bed included | €367≈ US$450 |
check
2026 estimate in euros; flights and car rental excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee in a café | €2–3 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Apfelstrudel slice | €3–5 (≈ US$4–6) |
| Local bus ticket | €2.50 (≈ US$3) |
| Ski lift ticket (day)check | €35–45 (≈ US$45–55) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Winter roads may need chains or be closed due to avalanches.
- Winter tyres are mandatory on snowy roads.
- Train service at Tamsweg station runs every two hours on weekdays.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Fire
- 122
- Mountain rescue
- 140
Pocket card
Fill in, then print or save as PDF
Stays in this browser only; nothing is sent anywhere.
TamswegTamsweg
Pocket card · Voykit
My bed tonight
—
—
—
Bitte hierherTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police112
- Fire122
- Mountain rescue140
Embassy
US consulate in Salzburg; other embassies in Vienna.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Murtalbahn Tamsweg ↔ Unzmarkt: ≈ €12 each way, every two hours (check schedule)
- Car rental, compact, per day: ≈ €45 (fuel extra)
Say or show
- Entschuldigung — Excuse me / Sorry (Entschuldigung)
- Danke — Thank you (Danke)
- Wie viel kostet das? — How much is it? (Wie viel kostet das?)
- Wo ist die Toilette? — Where is the toilet? (Wo ist die Toilette?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Tamsweg. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Sep for hiking, Dec–Mar for skiing · avoid Jan–Feb (heavy snow on roads, chains required) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add car‑rental option for ski trips.
- Link to regional train schedule (Murtalbahn).
Sources
Ask about Tamsweg
Loading…
Was this useful?