The ‘Krone’ report on the expensive Landzeit menu at Mondsee is also causing heated discussions on the internet. But everyone agrees on one thing: the prices are too expensive, many have long since switched to alternatives or take their own snack with them.
“The blatant rip-off has finally been exposed – thank you very much for that. Years ago we also had an experience at the Kammern rest stop that no one really wanted to believe. On the way to Southern Styria we made a stop there. A spritz cost 7.50 euros about three years ago,” a “Krone” reader responded to the message about the salty Landzeit prices. As reported, you will be asked to pay for food and drinks at Mondsee next to the western highway.
35 euros for a schnitzel
For example, a small coke with half a hand-cut lime, ice cubes and fresh mint costs 9.50 euros and a Wienerschnitzel of veal costs 34.55 euros. But a few people took these crazy prices with a certain humor: “At least the lime was hand-cut, that justifies the price.”
It is already clear to many drivers: “I haven’t eaten at a rest stop for a long time, it is always too expensive.” “After looking at the menu, all you can do is get up and leave. Then take the next exit and buy a sausage roll,” a reader suggests.
Asfinag has no influence
In this case, Asfinag, which is responsible for the planning, construction, operation and toll collection of the Austrian motorway network, has its hands tied. “We have no influence on prices at rest areas or gas stations. “That is their own calculation,” said press spokesman Christoph Pollinger in response to a “Krone” question.
Although Asfinag has no restaurants, it does offer seating with snack and coffee machines. Toilets can also be used free of charge.
Source: Krone
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