Football fever in Vienna: FK Austria against SV Ried – traffic jams and closures!

Football fever in Vienna: FK Austria against SV Ried – traffic jams and closures!

A real football festival is coming: On Thursday, September 18, 2025, FK Austria Wien will welcome SV Ried in the Generali Arena. Gates open at 3:30 p.m., the game itself starts at 5:00 p.m. and is expected to last until around 6:45 p.m. The atmosphere will certainly be great, but before the fans stream into the stadium there are a few important things to consider.

There will be traffic disruptions, particularly around the Generali Arena, due to the large number of visitors. The Favoriten distribution district, known from the Vienna cityscape, will be severely affected by the measures. Grenzackerstrasse, Nimmergasse, Ludwig-von-Höhnel-Gasse and Laaer-Berg-Strasse are on the list of streets where restrictions must be expected. To save patience and nerves, the organizers strongly recommend switching to public transport.

Public transport as the best option

With the U1, getting to the Generali Arena is a breeze. The Altes Landgut stop is located right near the stadium and provides a quick connection from the city center. Fans can get from Vienna-Mitte to the Generali Arena in less than ten minutes. Buses such as the 15A, which connects the arena to Meidling train station and the U3 station Enkplatz, as well as lines 68A and 68B also stop nearby and offer additional options for getting there. Anyone who has an Austria subscription can even use it as a ticket for the Wiener Linien.

The stadium itself is conveniently located on the A23, the busiest road in Austria. But be careful: access to the Generali Arena is only possible via Czeikestrasse, and parking spaces are few and far between. Visitors should therefore arrive early or avoid using their car altogether.

Traffic chaos in the run-up to big events

The coming days will bring not only the football game, but also other major events to Vienna. For example, on March 20th there will be an international football match between Austria and Serbia in the Ernst Happel Stadium, which could lead to further traffic disruptions. Drivers have to be prepared for traffic jams and longer journey times, especially around the A23 and A4. Things are also getting tight in the Wiener Stadthalle: two concerts on March 21st and 22nd are heating up the situation even more.

So, to avoid the stress and possible delays, using public transport is not just a recommendation, but a smart choice. Vienna's asphalt carpets and streets will be congested at times, and a little planning in advance can make a big difference!

Conclusion: Whether you are a die-hard fan or an inexperienced spectator, a relaxed journey to the Generali Arena is possible with clever planning. On this exciting day there will not only be good football, but also the opportunity to enjoy the city in all its glory.

Further details about the event can be found on the website ÖAMTC and des FK Austria Vienna. These are a valuable source of information for all Spectrum lovers!

Stay informed and enjoy the game!