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HanseMerkur Reiseversicherung AG

HanseMerkur Reiseversicherung AG is a German travel insurance specialist and part of the independent, mutually-owned HanseMerkur Versicherungsgruppe based in Hamburg; it has operated in Austria since 2012, offering travel, pet and vehicle-related insurance via its Vienna office.

Source
Legal entity
HanseMerkur Reiseversicherung AG
Headquarters
Hamburg, Germany (Austrian office: Dannebergplatz 19/9, 1030 Vienna)
Parent group
HanseMerkur Versicherungsgruppe (HanseMerkur Krankenversicherung auf Gegenseitigkeit)
Regulator
Bundesanstalt für Finanzdienstleistungsaufsicht (BaFin, home supervisor in Germany); cross-border activity in Austria is also subject to oversight by the Austrian Finanzmarktaufsicht (FMA)
Phone
+43 1 710 48 40 0
Email
service@hansemerkur.at
Founded
1977
Last verified
Aug 25, 2026
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Products from HanseMerkur Reiseversicherung AG

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Foreign Health Insurance

Covers the costs of medical treatment and repatriation to Austria in case of illness or accident abroad.

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Annual Foreign Health Insurance

An annual travel health policy covering an unlimited number of trips abroad during the year.

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Trip Cancellation Insurance

Reimburses cancellation costs, without deductible, if a booked trip cannot be undertaken.

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Trip Cancellation Insurances Overview

A range of cancellation policies covering trip cancellation or curtailment costs due to unforeseen events.

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Cancellation and Travel Protection Package

A combined all-in-one package bundling trip cancellation, travel health, accident, liability and baggage cover.

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Travel Insurance for Austria & Europe (self-drivers)

Cancellation and travel protection for domestic trips within Austria and Europe travelled by car, motorhome or motorbike.

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Annual Travel Protection

An annual package for frequent travellers including trip curtailment, delay, accident and travel health cover for unlimited trips.

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Incoming Insurance for Foreign Guests (Come2Austria)

Health, accident and cancellation cover for foreign visitors staying in Austria, including Schengen-visa compliant policies.

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Reisekrankenversicherung für Studenten/junge Gäste

Foreign health insurance designed for young foreign visitors and long-term guests staying in Austria and Europe.

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Rental Car Insurance

Covers the deductible/excess in case of an accident or theft involving a rented car or motorbike, valid worldwide.

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Rental Motorhome/Camper Protection

Reduces the deductible and cancellation costs for rented motorhomes/campers and covers luggage stored inside.

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Bicycle / E-Bike Insurance

Worldwide cover for bicycles and e-bikes up to EUR 10,000 against theft, damage and wear, for everyday use, leisure and travel.

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Dog Health Insurance

Health and surgery insurance for dogs of any breed, covering up to 100% of veterinary treatment costs.

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Cat Health Insurance

Health and surgery insurance for cats, covering up to 100% of veterinary treatment costs with free choice of vet.

Regulatory updates

HanseMerkur Reiseversicherung AG is listed by the Austrian FMA among insurers authorised to provide cross-border insurance services (Dienstleistungsfreiheit) in Austria for insurance class 15/18 (travel assistance). In 2024 the group introduced pet health insurance in Austria for the first time as part of its internationalisation strategy, expanding beyond its original travel-insurance focus, and in 2025 the group marked 150 years since its founding roots while posting record premium income group-wide.

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HanseMerkur is a travel insurance for the Austria market with online purchase and 24/7 assistance.

Last verified Aug 26, 2026