ABGB
ABGB, short for Allgemeines Bürgerliches Gesetzbuch, is the core civil code governing private law in Austria. Enacted in 1811 and coming into force on 1 January 1812, it established a comprehensive framework for civil legal relations, including contracts, obligations, property, family, and inheritance. The ABGB remains in force today, subject to subsequent amendments and modernization, and is the principal source of Austrian private law alongside other procedural and special laws.
The code is traditionally divided into a General Part and substantive sections on obligations (Schuldrecht), property
Significance: The ABGB is a foundational legal instrument in Austria, shaping everyday legal relations—such as contracts,
In practice, the ABGB has been continually amended to align with modern requirements, including consumer protection,