Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, Vienna has numerous parks, gardens and quiet places where you can do sport or simply relax.
Anyone traveling along the Danube by S-Bahn or bicycle will immediately notice the imposing defensive tower high above the treetops. There is a touch of history in the air, as the thick walls have guarded...
When people think of French Impressionists, they usually picture Paris or Normandy. Hardly anyone expects to find a genuine piece of Giverny in the middle of Vienna’s 22nd district. Although we are separa...
Anyone looking for a quick way to cool off and soak up the sun during the Viennese summer often ends up at crowded outdoor pools or has to pay for expensive club memberships. We’ve found an alternative,...
If you’re looking for a serious thrill this year, you don’t have to travel far. Just about 2 hours from Vienna, there’s a zipline that whisks you down into the valley at speeds of up to 120 km/h. First, y...
On Saturday, June 20, 2026, countless torches will transform the steep slopes of one of Austria’s most famous river valleys into a glowing sea of color. Tens of thousands of lights will float on the water...
Since you absolutely loved our article on the tulip bloom in March, here comes the next season on site. The strawberries are here! Fresh fruit is currently drawing visitors to the Vienna countryside, as t...
Every Monday evening, a sprawling park lawn on the outskirts of Vienna transforms into a huge open-air oasis for those seeking relaxation. As the sun slowly sinks lower, dozens of people roll out their yo...
Just under 30 minutes south of the city limits lies a park that offers a special natural spectacle in June. Here, over 25,000 rose bushes are currently blooming at the same time, filling the air with an i...
Anyone looking for the ultimate way to cool off on hot summer days should head up to the picturesque slopes of the Cobenzel. There you’ll find the city’s highest summer swimming pool, which has been strik...
Vienna’s local mountains are often very crowded on weekends. So we’ve found a natural retreat for you, as it’s fortunately just an hour’s drive from Vienna. It’s the Czech Podyjí National Park, which begi...