Right on the city’s doorstep, grapevines grow across nearly 700 hectares of vineyards—an absolute rarity worldwide for a metropolis with a population of over a million. When fall arrives in the Austrian capital, the wineries will once again open their doors on September 26 and 27, 2026, for the biggest outdoor wine tavern event of the year. Between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., you’ll stroll leisurely through nature at your own pace, sampling freshly pressed “Sturm” or classic “Gemischter Satz” at numerous stations run by local winemakers.
27 kilometers through Vienna’s vineyards
There are a total of 4 main routes of varying lengths to choose from, so there’s definitely a route that’s just right for every fitness level. However, if you don’t want to cover the entire distance in one go, you can easily hike shorter sections. Plus, all starting and ending points are easily accessible by public transportation, so you can safely leave your car at home this weekend.
By far the longest tour takes you 10.8 kilometers from Neustift to Nussdorf. Since you ’ll pass 28 different Heurigen and wine taverns along this leg—such as the Cobenzl Winery or Wieninger—you should plan enough time for a leisurely snack. Other scenic highlights along the route include Cobenzl Castle and the “Baumkreis am Himmel” (Circle of Trees in the Sky ), before you hop on the D tram in Nussdorf for a relaxing ride back.
From Ottakring to Mauer
If you prefer a shorter route, opt instead for the 2.4-kilometer loop in Ottakring. Although only two vineyards covering just under 5 hectares remain here, the limestone soils on the Wilhelminenberg still provide excellent conditions for viticulture. There, you’ll take a leisurely stroll up the Paulinensteig trail, then enjoy the sweeping view over the rooftops of Vienna.
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Also extremely appealing is the 4.6-kilometer Mauer Wine Walk in the very south of the city. Because this area boasts a long winemaking tradition spanning 44 hectares, no fewer than 7 renowned wineries —such as Edlmoser and Fuchs-Steinklammer—will be serving you their finest wines. Young families will also find plenty to enjoy here, as there are separate, specially marked paths for parents with strollers.
Winegrowing tradition in the north
Finally, north of the Danube, the 9.6-kilometer route between Strebersdorf and Stammersdorf awaits. After strolling past the historic Magdalenenhof and the Eichendorff monument, 20 different tasting stations invite you to take a well-deserved break. Although the crowds are often enormous this weekend, the large number of people spreads out quite nicely along the spacious farm roads. In short, on these two days, the countryside around Vienna becomes the perfect destination for a day trip.
An overview of the 4 routes and their highlights
🍇Route 1: Neustift to Nussdorf (10.8 km)
On the longest route, you’ll hike past Cobenzl Castle and the “Baumkreis am Himmel” (Circle of Trees in the Sky). The route starts at the Neustift am Walde bus stop and ends at a leisurely pace at the D tram stop in Nussdorf.
🍷Route 2: Strebersdorf to Stammersdorf (9.6 km)
Here, you’ll stroll along the slopes of the Bisamberg. Among the most notable highlights are the historic Magdalenenhof, the Eichendorff Monument, and the famous Stammersdorf Kellergasse.
🥾Route 3: Ottakring Loop (2.4 km)
The shortest walk begins at Kempfengerngasse. You’ll stroll leisurely up to the stately Wilhelminenberg Palace and enjoy an unobstructed view over the rooftops from the Wienerblick.
🌳Route 4: Mauer Wine Walk (4.6 km)
This southern leg starts on Franz-Asenbauer-Gasse. Along the way, you’ll pass architectural highlights such as the striking Wotruba Church and the Sterngarten open-air planetarium.
🍇 Event: Vienna Wine Hiking Day 2026
📍 Location: 4 routes (Neustift, Strebersdorf, Ottakring, Mauer)
💶 Admission: Free (food and drink not included)
⏰ Date & Time: September 26 and 27, 2026, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
