Austria's Nightlife is Slightly Queer and Barrier-Free

A major point of criticism concerns accessibility. Only 39 percent of respondents found the nightlife in Austria to be accessible for people with disabilities or special needs. "Additional ramps, elevators or accessible toilets would make access easier for more people," said Sophie Zorn, Brand Manager for Jägermeister Austria.

Austria's Exclusive Nightlife: Queer Communities Also Feel Excluded

The survey also showed that many people feel excluded in the nightlife. Queer communities are particularly affected: Especially drag queens (40 percent), trans people (33 percent) and homosexuals (42 percent) described themselves as unwelcome.

A whopping three quarters of them therefore also wish for a change in the nightlife. "These figures make it clear that discrimination - whether it's rejection at the door or inappropriate behavior by other guests - is still a reality," it was said.

A central wish of the respondents was the establishment of protected spaces, so-called safe spaces. 69 percent demand places where discrimination and harassment have no place.

(The survey involved 700 participants from all over Austria between the ages of 18 and 40, representative according to age, gender and state. The survey period was October 2024)

(APA/Red.)

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