Area Code 7617 – Traunkirchen
The phone area code for Traunkirchen is 7617 (international format +437617). Browse local exchange codes (NXX) and carrier assignments below.
📞 Exchange Codes (NXX) for Area Code 7617
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📍 Geographic Location of Traunkirchen
Overview of Area Code 7617
Austrian area code +43 7617 is a geographic prefix assigned to the municipality of Traunkirchen, located in the Gmunden District of the state of Upper Austria. This code serves the town and its immediate surroundings, which lie on the northern shore of the Traunsee lake, a popular tourist destination. The region is known for its scenic landscapes and historic landmarks, such as the Pfarrkirche Traunkirchen.
Geographic Coverage and Administrative Jurisdiction
Traunkirchen is part of the Salzkammergut area, a UNESCO World Heritage region. The area code 7617 covers the entire municipal territory of Traunkirchen, including the main town and any smaller localities within its administrative boundaries. The Gmunden District, to which Traunkirchen belongs, is governed by the Upper Austrian provincial administration. This code is one of several geographic codes in the Gmunden area, with neighboring codes including 7612 (Gmunden) and 7615 (Altmünster).
Dialing Formats and Instructions
For callers within Austria, the local number must be dialed with the trunk prefix 0 followed by the area code and the subscriber number. The subscriber number length in Traunkirchen is typically 5 to 7 digits, depending on the specific line. The complete national format is: 0 7617 [subscriber number]. For example, a local number might be dialed as 0 7617 12345.
For international callers, the country code for Austria is +43, and the leading 0 is omitted. Thus, the international format is: +43 7617 [subscriber number]. Using the same example, an international caller would dial +43 7617 12345.
When calling from a mobile phone within Austria, it is common to use the international format with +43 even for domestic calls, as this ensures proper routing and is accepted by all networks. For example, +43 7617 12345.
Important Notes for Callers
- All numbers under this code are geographic, meaning they are tied to a physical location. Tariffs for calls to these numbers depend on the caller's provider and plan.
- If you are calling from a foreign country, you must replace the leading 0 with the international access prefix of your country (e.g., 011 from the US, 00 from most European countries) and then dial 43 7617 followed by the subscriber number.
- There are no known overlay codes or recent changes to this area code, but always verify the number length with your contact or local directory.