Area Code 7582 – Kirchdorf an der Krems

Geographic Overview

The Austrian area code +43 7582 is a geographic National Destination Code (NDC) assigned to the district of Kirchdorf an der Krems in the federal state of Upper Austria (Oberösterreich). This code serves the town of Kirchdorf an der Krems and its surrounding municipalities, including Inzersdorf im Kremstal, Micheldorf in Oberösterreich, and parts of the Kremstal valley. The region is located approximately 50 kilometers south of Linz, the state capital, and is known for its scenic location at the foothills of the Austrian Alps.

Dialing Formats

When calling a landline in Kirchdorf an der Krems, the national subscriber number consists of the area code (without the leading trunk prefix) followed by the local number, which typically has 5 to 7 digits. The total length of a complete national number (including the area code) is usually 9 to 11 digits.

• National dialing (within Austria): Dial 0 7582 [local number] (e.g., 0 7582 12345).
• International dialing (from abroad): Dial +43 7582 [local number] (e.g., +43 7582 12345).

Note: When calling from a mobile phone within Austria, it is common to include the trunk prefix 0 even for local calls, as mobile networks do not interpret local numbers without the area code.

Administrative Jurisdiction

Kirchdorf an der Krems is the administrative seat of the Bezirk Kirchdorf (district). The area code 7582 is one of several codes in the district; neighboring towns may use different codes, such as +43 7587 for Windischgarsten or +43 7588 for Grünburg. This code is exclusively for fixed-line services, not for mobile numbers, which are non-geographic and begin with +43 6 (e.g., +43 664 for A1 Telekom Austria).

Overlay and Numbering Changes

As of 2024, there is no overlay plan for the 7582 area code. Subscribers in the Kirchdorf area retain the traditional local number structure. However, the Austrian Regulatory Authority for Broadcasting and Telecommunications (RTR) has implemented number portability, allowing fixed-line users to retain their numbers when changing providers within the same geographic area. This means that a number with the 7582 prefix may be served by any telecom operator, not just the incumbent.

Caller Instructions

• Local callers: If you are within the Kirchdorf area and calling another local number, you may dial the local number directly without the area code. However, for clarity and to avoid errors, it is recommended to always use the full national format.
• International callers: Always use the international format +43 7582 and omit the leading 0 of the area code. Ensure you have the correct country code for Austria (+43).

For further assistance, your local telecom provider or the RTR website can provide up-to-date numbering information.