Police in Füssen arrested a 45-year-old woman after finding her offering sexual services in a hotel room. Officers said the woman had secretly advertised her services online. When they entered the room, they found items linked to prostitution and several thousand euros in cash. A judge ordered the money to be seized because it was believed to be illegal earnings.
The woman now faces charges for carrying out illegal prostitution. But the case did not end there. Police also discovered that she had an open arrest warrant from an earlier crime. She was taken into custody and brought to prison.
Why it is better to work in legal brothels in Vienna
Vienna has a vibrant nightlife scene where women can find many types of brothels for sex work. According to the law, providing sexual services from private apartments is illegal, and the local police often raid apartments they find advertised on online platforms.
This applies not only to Vienna but to the entire country, where law enforcement is strict (as we reported here, here, and here).
Legal brothels offer high-class security for the women working there, along with many other advantages. They handle marketing efforts and costs.
In classic sex clubs, the women do not need to pay to work (unlike in sauna clubs, where they must pay a daily entry fee). In addition, bouncers and other safety measures protect the women.
Don’t miss our detailed guide about the different types of brothels in Vienna to help you choose which one best fits your goals:
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For decades, erotic nightclubs were an important part of Vienna’s nightlife and the sex work industry. They gave women safe spaces, steady income, and a social environment. Many later turned to online ads and private apartments, hoping for more freedom. But the costs, risks, and isolation proved harder than expected. Now, more sex workers are returning to nightclubs for safety, community, and better earnings. Read our article here: Back to the roots? Why erotic nightclubs deserve a comeback for sex workers in Vienna and across Austria
A German tourist says he was robbed and sexually assaulted at a brothel in Mallorca. Police arrested a sex worker and a bouncer after the 18-year-old reported the incident. He claims he was drugged, woke up naked in a room with a used condom, and then thrown out of the brothel. Both suspects deny the charges and say everything happened with his consent. A judge released them under restrictions while the investigation continues. You can find the news article here: German tourist says he was robbed and then sexually abused in a Mallorca brothel
Police in Austria say two sex workers and an accomplice scammed a 23-year-old man in Baden out of tens of thousands of euros. The suspects, all from Hungary, allegedly faked a pregnancy and pressured the man for money over several months. When he stopped paying, he was threatened with violence and told his life would be ruined. Police later arrested three suspects in Hungary and Germany, who were then extradited to Austria. Investigators believe the group was part of a larger criminal network targeting vulnerable people. Read the whole news article here: Sex workers accused of scamming young man in Baden for tens of thousands of euros
More sex workers in Vienna are leaving Laufhauses and moving to clubs in 2025. Clubs are becoming more popular because they offer safer conditions, more support, and better pay. In a club, women don’t have to cover room rent or pay for ads, and they can work with staff who provide security and bring in clients. The social atmosphere, extra earning options, and better privacy also make clubs more attractive. For many, the switch means less stress and a more professional future. Read our longform article here: Why more laufhaus girls are choosing sex clubs in 2025