German Pensioners Find Life in Vienna Ideal for Retirement
Stepping through the entrance gate in Vienna's bustling city center leads to a peaceful, green courtyard where former director of the Vienna Burgtheater, Karin Bergmann, resides. A true culture enthusiast, her apartment is filled with bookshelves covering entire walls. Despite the apartment's previous state as a ruin decades ago, it was transformed by her late husband into a spacious 250 square meter living space, still rented at a bargain price of 1000 euros per month. Bergmann is one of almost 28,000 German pensioners choosing to retire in Austria, attracted by its safety, EU membership benefits, and lack of language barrier. The high quality of life, proximity to Germany, and picturesque landscapes make Austria an appealing choice for retirees like Bergmann. However, potential retirees should be aware of the challenges such as high inflation and additional Austrian surcharges when considering Austria as their retirement destination.
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