Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions

Answers about Tamburi, using our lockers and receiving parcels.

About Tamburi

The first letterboxes were called Tamburi 500 years ago. Today, every home has a letterbox.

Today, Tamburi is the name of the parcel lockers with the orange stripe. Tamburi is coming to every home soon.

Tamburi is free!

Tamburi reduces delivery traffic and CO2 emissions by up to 80%!

How it works

You register once on this website and choose a parcel stationwhere you would like to receive your parcels. You can add more later, for example near a second home or your workplace.

When you register, you receive your Tamburi code. This code is yours to keep; you can request a new one at any time if needed.

For each order, give the sender the delivery address of your parcel station and your Tamburi code .

  • In the online shop, enter the name and address of your parcel station under “Delivery address” and add your Tamburi code in the additional address line.
  • You can also send local shops or couriers your parcel station details and code by text message, WhatsApp, email or phone.

Your Tamburi code gives the courier access to an available locker. Tamburi notifies you by text message or email when a parcel arrives and sends reminders if needed.

When you register, you choose your Tamburi parcel station and receive your Tamburi code. Use both when entering your delivery address while shopping.

Your parcels can then be delivered to your parcel station, and Tamburi will notify you when they arrive.

You need to provide your name, email address and mobile number. Your data will not be shared with third parties.

The Tamburi code is your personal, reusable code for having parcels delivered to your parcel station.

When shopping, enter it together with the parcel station’s address under “Delivery address”.

The code gives the courier access to an available locker. The Tamburi parcel station registers the parcel and notifies you of the delivery.

The delivery address tells the courier where to deliver your parcel. To have it delivered to a parcel station, enter the station’s name and address under “Delivery address”, along with your Tamburi code.

Length: 62 cm

Width: 41 cm

Height: 47 cm

Maximum weight: 30 kg

Over 93% of all parcels fit in the compartments at your parcel station.

Receiving parcels

Parcel carriers send collection codes automatically. If you haven’t received one, contact your carrier directly. They can send you a collection code promptly.

Our compartments measure L: 47 × 41 cm, M: 23 × 41 cm and S: 12 × 41 cm.

Tamburi emails you when your parcel arrives. You can collect it at a time that suits you.

Your delivery notification includes a numeric code and a QR code. Enter the numbers on the parcel station’s keypad or scan the QR code to open the compartment containing your parcel.

Make sure you are at the correct parcel station. Each station has a name displayed on its right-hand side, around the middle. The station name also appears in your notification. To collect a parcel, tap “Empfangen” (Receive) at the bottom right of the screen.

Make sure you are at the correct parcel station. Each station has a name displayed on its right-hand side, around the middle. The station name also appears in your notification. To collect a parcel, tap “Empfangen” (Receive) at the bottom right of the screen.

After 5–7 working days, your parcel will be returned to the sender. Until the carrier has collected it, you can still use your collection code to retrieve it.

Tamburi sends notifications by email. Check your spam or junk folder too. Review the contact settings in your Tamburi profile in the login area at tamburi.com and correct them if needed. Tamburi sends parcel reminders for up to 3 days after arrival. Also check the delivery address and Tamburi code used with the sender.

Tamburi sends you a QR code and a numeric code. If scanning does not work, enter the numeric code on the keypad. Scanning depends on your phone’s image resolution, the displayed code size and the lighting at the scanner. Try turning or tilting your phone slightly, or enlarging the QR code.

Yes, you can return parcels with selected carriers, such as UPS and DPD.

Once your parcel arrives at our parcel station, you will receive your personal collection code directly by email and/or text message.

You can collect your UPS delivery at Tamburi locations enabled by UPS. See the UPS location finder.

Once your parcel has arrived at our parcel station, you will receive your personal collection code directly by email and/or text message.

You can receive and return your DPD parcel at any Tamburi location. To find your nearest DPD Pickup parcel station, use the location finder on our website.

You can have your Amazon parcel delivered to a Tamburi location.

Create a Tamburi account: you need a Tamburi account for Amazon orders. Register here.

Choose a Tamburi location: after registering, you can save your preferred Tamburi location as a favourite.

Set up your delivery address: you will receive personalised instructions for entering your delivery address on Amazon.

Collection code by email: once your parcel has been placed in the Tamburi locker, you will receive a collection code by email. Use it to collect your parcel securely and easily at your chosen Tamburi location.

Tamburi offers greater flexibility, convenience and access to a wider range of parcel carriers.

Your carrier will notify you directly and provide both your tracking number and the collection code you need.

All about storage lockers

Locker size Price for 3 hours Price for 24 hours
S€ 2,-€ 2.50
M€ 2.50€ 3,-
L€ 3,-€ 4,-
XL€ 4,-€ 6,-
XXL€ 5,-€ 8,-
3XL€ 6,-€ 12,-

Use the accessible web app at storage.tamburi.com/en. The terminal has speakers and Braille. Your collection code is sent by email. Alternatively, book through the hotline: +43 1 521 177 11.

No. Payment is only possible with an NFC-enabled bank card or payment service (physical card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, etc.). Cash is not accepted.

Yes. You need a valid email address to receive your collection code securely and verify your booking if you have any questions.

Usually no more than 5 minutes. If you are short of time, we recommend allowing an extra 20 minutes.

Close all open locker doors before starting your booking. Use an email address with fewer than 50 characters.

If you need your locker for longer, you can extend your booking through the email you received. If you have already exceeded the booked time by up to 48 hours, you can pay for the extra time at the terminal.

Within 15 minutes of booking, you can reopen your storage locker free of charge without ending the booking, for example to add or remove items. After that, reopening during the booking is no longer possible. Please remove all items when you make your final collection.

If there are several terminals, make sure you return to the same terminal where you made your booking.

Option 1: select “QR-Code” at the terminal to scan the QR code sent by email, then follow the on-screen instructions.

Option 2: select “Abholcode” (Collection code) at the terminal and enter the code you noted down or received by email.

Then remove all your belongings and close the locker door.

Check that you are using your QR code or collection code at the same terminal where you made the booking.

If the problem continues, call the hotline: +43 1 521 177 11.

After verifying your identity, the support team can also open the locker remotely.

Call the hotline: +43 1 521 177 11. If there is a technical fault, you will be assigned a replacement locker free of charge.

Refresh your inbox and check your spam folder. If you still cannot find the code, call the hotline: +43 1 521 177 11.

If you lose your collection code and haven’t received an email, call the hotline for help: +43 1 521 177 11. Your payment or email address can be used to verify your booking.

Invoices are sent manually on request. Please email info@tamburi.com.

Call the hotline: +43 1 521 177 11. The occupied locker will be locked and you will be assigned a new locker free of charge. Please close the locker containing someone else’s belongings.

Please contact the parcel carrier directly with any questions. Tamburi only provides the compartment.

The lockers are regularly maintained and comply with all current safety standards. If you suspect misuse, call the hotline immediately: +43 1 521 177 11.

You can simply close open locker doors. If they contain someone else’s belongings, contact the hotline: +43 1 521 177 11. If you accidentally placed your belongings in an open locker without booking it, call the hotline: +43 1 521 177 11.

Call the hotline: +43 1 521 177 11. The locker will be locked to prevent misuse.

Options:

  • If your belongings are still in the locker: collect them yourself for a €5 service fee plus the additional booking time.
  • If the locker has already been emptied: delivery to your chosen address is possible (shipping fee plus storage costs).
  • Collect your belongings from the storage facility in Vienna (storage costs apply).

Contact by email: info@tamburi.com

The locker is emptied 5 days after the booking expires. After 1 month, the contents are opened to try to identify the owner. After a further 3 months, items are disposed of or recycled.

Some compartments are reserved for parcels; most are for luggage. If there are several terminals, you will be offered the next available locker.

After selecting your language (German or English), press “1” to reach the ÖBB luggage locker service.

Everything about lockers

Locker Size 3 Hours 24 Hours
S€ 2.00€ 2.50
M€ 2.50€ 3.00
L€ 3.00€ 4.00
XL€ 4.00€ 6.00
XXL€ 5.00€ 8.00
3XL€ 6.00€ 12.00

Use the accessible web app at storage.tamburi.com/en. The terminals are equipped with speakers and Braille. The pick-up code will be sent via email. Alternatively, call the hotline: +43 1 521 177 11.

No, payment is only possible by NFC-enabled bank card (physical card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, etc.). Cash is not accepted.

Yes, a valid email address is required to receive the pick-up code and for booking verification.

Usually no longer than 5 minutes. We recommend planning around 20 minutes buffer time in case of high demand.

Close all open locker doors before starting your booking. Use an email address with less than 50 characters.

You will receive an email from Tamburi allowing you to extend the rental time. If you exceed the booked time by up to 48 hours, you can pay the additional time directly at the terminal.

Within 15 minutes of booking, you can reopen your locker free of charge without ending the booking, for example to add or remove items. After that, reopening during the booking is no longer possible. Please remove all items when you make your final collection.

At locations with multiple terminals, always return to the same terminal where you made the booking.

Option 1: Select „QR code“ at the terminal and scan the QR code from your email. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Option 2: Select „Pick-up code“ and enter the code you noted or received via email.

After retrieval, please remove all items and close the locker door.

At locations with multiple terminals, always return to the same terminal where you made the booking.

Call the hotline: +43 1 521 177 11. Your payment or email address will be used for verification.

Invoices are sent manually on request. Please send an email to info@tamburi.com.

Call the hotline: +43 1 521 177 11. The locker will be locked, and a new locker will be assigned free of charge. Please close the locker containing the foreign items.

Please contact the parcel service provider directly. Tamburi only provides the locker.

The lockers are regularly maintained and comply with all current safety standards. If you suspect misuse, call the hotline immediately: +43 1 521 177 11.

Open doors can simply be closed. If foreign items are inside, call the hotline: +43 1 521 177 11. If you accidentally placed your items in an open locker without booking it, call the hotline.

Call the hotline: +43 1 521 177 11. The locker will be locked to prevent misuse.

Options:

  • If the locker is still occupied with your items: Self-retrieval is possible for €5 service fee plus extra rental time.
  • If the locker has already been emptied: Delivery to your desired address (shipping fee plus storage costs).
  • Self-collection from the storage location in Vienna (storage costs).

Contact for returns: info@tamburi.com

After 5 days of overtime, the locker is emptied. After 1 month, the contents will be opened for possible identification of the owner. After an additional 3 months, items will be disposed of or recycled.

Few lockers are reserved for parcels; the majority remains for items. If multiple terminals are present, the system will suggest the next available locker or terminal.

Please plan for a waiting time of about 10 minutes during peak periods. After language selection (German or English), press „1“ to reach the ÖBB locker support directly.

Locations

You can find all Tamburi locations using the location finder on the Tamburi website or Google Maps.

Tamburi is continually adding new parcel stations.

Enter your preferred address under “Suggest a location” on the website. Tamburi will review the location.

Leave your contact details so we can let you know when a parcel station is installed at your preferred address.

Yes, you can use as many Tamburi parcel stations as you like. All our parcel stations are freely accessible.

Tip: save your favourite Tamburi locations in your user account so you always have their delivery addresses to hand when ordering.

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