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Base yourself here to be in the thick of the action but be prepared for top-dollar room rates and madding tourist crowds – especially during high season and when the Christmas markets sparkle too – a filigree gold-leaf domed marvel that the Viennese nickname the "golden cabbage," which hides Klimt’s stunning 34m-long (112ft) Beethoven Frieze in its basement where Omas (grandmas) bake cakes the old fashioned way Between the Naschmarkt and the high-street shopping mile Mariahilfer Strasse in the 6th district (also known as Mariahilf) Gumpendorfer Strasse delivers a flurry of upbeat restaurants and bars Beisln (taverns) and low-key cafes fill its side streets You’ll find a similar local flavor around Margaretenplatz in the adjacent 5th district Welcome to one of Vienna’s most hip and happening neighborhoods – the city’s Jewish quarter Bookended by the Donaukanal (Danube Canal) and the Donau (Danube River) Vienna’s 2nd district has exudes an air of newfound cool canalside beach bars and a raft of boutiques galleries and artsy cafes tucked down its still-peaceful Boutique hotels and one-of-a-kind B&Bs are constantly popping up in this creative corner of town a summer magnet where you can join the Viennese to swim stand-up paddleboard or chill at an urban beach bar where the "father of psychoanalysis" bashed out theories for 47 years before fleeing the Nazis in 1938 Students hang out in the area’s cavern-like cafes, bars, indie live music venues and shaded beer gardens. In the warmer months, everyone flocks to the waterfront Summerstage street food and parties along Rossauer Lände on the banks of the Donaukanal (Danube Canal) While there are few hotels and B&Bs in this enticing neighborhood you’ll often find short-term apartment rentals here Best neighborhood for creativity and Christmas markets If you’re in Vienna for art and design (wise move) pushes all the right buttons and is just a joyous skip from the Innere Stadt You can gallery hop here for days without coming up for air and the backstreets positively fizz with creativity cool homewares and furniture in their ateliers The neighborhood is sprinkled with creative hostels High on any agenda should be the twin neoclassical palaces sheltering the Naturhistorisches Museum, winging you from dinosaur bones to meteorites, and the vast, staggering Kunsthistorisches Museum whisking you from Ancient Egypt to Old Master paintings This is an terrific neighborhood for Christmas market season. Ice skaters twirl alongside stalls selling wooden toys, festive decorations, sizzling Würstel (sausages) and steaming Glühwein (mulled wine) at the enchanting Christkindlmarkt, which sets up on Rathausplatz in front of the neo-Gothic Rathaus (City Hall) during advent check out the Christmas market spilling through the lanes of Neubau’s cobbled Spittelberg quarter instead Best neighborhood for baroque brilliance and parks Paths twist through the greenery of the Stadtpark (City Park) along the Wien River, which flows into the Donaukanal. Boutique hotels and B&Bs sprouting up around the park provide charming digs for striking out into the neighborhood. Your request appears similar to malicious requests sent by robots Please make sure JavaScript is enabled and then try loading this page again. If you continue to be blocked, please send an email to secruxurity@sizetedistrict.cVmwom with: It has a permanent resident population of about 18,000 and covers an area of 2.88 square kilometers The district is a place where the most important national government institutions and religious and cultural facilities of Austria are located and an important hub for operators in business important departments and international organizations such as the Office of the Federal President are all based in the 1st District of Vienna Shapingba District and the 1st District of Vienna established the sister city friendship in September 2004 Austria is located in the center of the world's capital of music and culture Its positioning as a district of culture and education is in line with that of Shapingba District so the two sides have enhanced mutual understanding and friendship through the promotion of friendly exchanges a delegation from the Federal Council of Austria visited Shapingba District and presented a statue of the famous musician Mozart to the representative of the latter the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries officially approved the establishment of the friendship between the two districts the leaders of both sides signed a twinning agreement the two sides have carried out exchanges in many fields Executive Vice Mayor of the Shapingba district government led a cultural delegation to Austria to participate in a Chinese New Year celebration event commissioned by the Austria-China Friendship Association gave a special performance for Austria's Prime Minister the Shapingba district government invited Austria's Vienna Festival Symphony Orchestra to participate in the 2006 "Nordic Spring Dawn" Concert in Shapingba and New Year's Eve Party; meanwhile a performance team from a dance school in Shapingba District participated in the closing ceremony of the Chinese New Year event held in Austria where they presented a special performance held a special New Year Concert in Shapingba District the brass band of Shapingba Primary School became the only band of this kind in Chongqing invited to participate in the "China Meets Austria" Arts Festival and 38 primary school students played three wind music works in Vienna's Golden Concert Hall the Austrian delegation was headed by the Managing Director of ROBO Technologies Ltd.&Co KG Otmar Volgger visited Chongqing to discuss the Sissi Theme Park Project the choir of Fengmingshan Middle School in the Shapingba District went to Vienna's Golden Concert Hall to participate in the 5th World Peace Chorus Festival Shapingba District invited the Sound of Vienna Symphony Orchestra to give a special performance at the 2017 New Year Concert in Shapingba District Shapingba District invited the Vienna Classical Symphony Orchestra to stage a special performance at the 2018 New Year Concert in Shapingba District Member of the Standing Committee of the CPC Shapingba District Committee and Director of the Organization Department led a delegation of six people to visit Vienna Austria for a cultural and talent exchange Deputy Director of the Standing Committee of the People's Congress of Shapingba District Xiang Hong led a delegation of six people to visit Vienna a delegation from the People's Congress of Shapingba District visited the 1st District of Vienna and signed an agreement on bilateral cooperation in education a delegation of educational staff and artists from Shapingba District went to Vienna Austria organized a performance group of Austrian teenagers to stage a friendly performance in Shapingba District Western China International Communication Organization Phone:(+86) 023 67158993 - Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm Internet illegal and undesirable information can be reported by calling this telephone number：+86-23-67158993 AustriaChevron ViennaChevron Paul Bauer/Vienna Tourist BoardSave this storySaveSave this storySaveAll products and listings featured on Condé Nast Traveler are independently selected by our editors we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links This Christmas market in the public square in front of Vienna's Rathaus—that's the city hall—is so large that you'll likely need more than one day to explore all the stalls and offerings it's not literally a “rat house”—rathaus means “city hall” in German and this festive Christmas market sits the adjacent square (that’s the German platz built in the late 19th century in a striking Gothic Revival style offers a grand backdrop to this twinkling market that sells clothing look for a variety of snacks like roasted chestnuts “the kissing spot”) where tokens of love and heartfelt wishes can be left under a heart-shaped tree One of the most popular tourist sites in Vienna is St a 14th-century church done in the Romanesque and Gothic style and famous for its steep multicolored roof decorated with about 230,000 glazed tiles that depict the coats of arms of Vienna and Austria; and a double-headed eagle the symbol of the historic Habsburg royal family and delicacies available among its roughly 40 booths that line Stephansplatz Stephen’s to catch one of their regular Christmas concerts where ticket sales go to the conservation of the city’s most important religious landmark Combine a trip to the Christmas market at the Belvedere with a visit to the museums to see Klimt's famous painting The Kiss plus other masterworks by Viennese artists There are multiple components to the majestic grounds of Vienna’s Belvedere: the two Baroque palaces of the Upper and Lower Belvedere all of which now house the Austrian Gallery Belvedere’s collections you’ll find Gustav Klimt’s iconic painting The Kiss which you can visit before or after exploring the festive village that takes residence in the palace complex there are only about 40 stands at the Belvedere’s Christmas market making this one of the more relatively tranquil options of the lot the crafty and culinary treats here will warm you up and the view of the palace lit up at night with all the holiday flair is sure to be memorable For a more intimate Christmas market experience the stalls at the Freyung will offer a less hectic shopping trip The Freyung is a public square in the shape of a triangle in the Innere Stade where street artists and performers entertained the Viennese public rubbing elbows with the aristocracy who built their homes around the area’s perimeter The Christmas market here dates back to 1772 is a bit more manageable than the holiday villages at the palaces The Christmas market on the Freyung is known for its extensive decorations as well as an attached farmer’s market—a worthy stop all its own given Vienna’s commitment to sustainability the one at majestic Schloss Schönnbrunn is the first to open on the calendar and the last to close Up to 100 stalls set up shop on the palatial grounds plus the dedication to culinary and craft goodies makes the Christmas market here an especially good one for families It’s important to note that visiting Schönnbrunn whether in the holiday season or at any other point in the year as it’s a bit outside the city center of Vienna it’s super easy to get to on the subway; your access points are the Schönnbrunn (naturally) and Hietzing stops on the U-Bahn this public square plays host to its own market during Christmastime the emphasis among the 70 or so stalls here is craft goods and artisan pieces as well as art workshops and installations they must pass an assessment by a jury: they must be based in Austria and create their own products—no traded goods allowed This means the Karlsplatz market is perfect for anyone who wants to support small businesses while acquiring unique works of art all food sold here must be organic—that includes the mulled wine that will keep you warm as you shop and hang out with artisans who will be excited to share their craft with you Want to be the first to know? 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More called the city home over the centuries While certain rooms across the property come equipped with an in-unit sauna each individual guest can join in on the experience during a trip to the Almanac spa this massive space comes equipped with its own steam room fitness center and sauna for visitors to enjoy—but no stay is complete without taking a dip in the pool Serving as the centerpiece of the entire spa this heated indoor water feature measures in at fourteen meters in length offering an opportunity to experience Vienna’s centuries-old bathing culture firsthand Vienna has developed a stellar drinking and dining scene in recent years and the Almanac continues the trend with three dazzling on-property dining destinations Coffee aficionados can kick off the day with a perfectly-crafted cappuccino at Elias while cocktail fans can sample high-end concoctions like the strawberry-infused Retro Gimlet and spirit-forward Almanac Martini at the Donnersmarkt Bar but when it comes to truly impressive dining there’s no beating the Donnersmarkt Restaurant Operated at the behest of Executive Chef Andreas Mahl this colorful space has mastered the art of elevated Alpine dining providing guests with a carefully-curated menu that specializes in plant-based dishes diners can look forward to ultra-flavorful dishes like chili-loaded marinated tofu and slow-cooked aubergine—and as an added bonus the restaurant also operates in the early morning offering hearty breakfast dishes like smoked salmon huevos rancheros and Vienna-style shakshuka Vienna's Stadtpark officially opened to the public in 1862 massive dinosaur bones and the ancient Venus of Willendorf all on display those who prefer to stick close to the hotel can spend time strolling through the Stadtpark a manicured green space that’s brimming with all sorts of native European birds Vienna is no stranger to opulent accommodations but when it comes to planning a truly relaxing getaway it’s tough to find a better spot than the Almanac Equipped with innovative amenities woven throughout a historic space this polished property perfectly exemplifies the seamless blend of old and new that can be encountered all throughout the city Whether you’re planning to immerse yourself in Vienna’s world-class art scene or just lounge in the sauna without a care in the world this dazzling hotel is equipped to deliver a truly unforgettable stay Liam Hoare 2 min readA well-meaning attempt to defuse a long-running row about a statue of a notorious antisemitic politician has failed to appease Vienna’s Jewish community The city recently unveiled a temporary installation near the statue of Kurt Lueger greater German nationalist and political antisemite whom Adolf Hitler described as the German-speaking world’s “greatest mayor” The temporary installation was framed as an “artistic contextualisation” of the controversial statue which has long been a flashpoint for protest and counter-protest Still standing: The graffiti-daubed statue of Lueger But members of the Austrian Union of Jewish Students (JÖH) protested at its opening holding signs that read: “Address antisemitism instead of colourfully window-dressing it!” The JÖH’s action was the latest episode in a lively and often heated debate about the monument’s future that began in the summer of 2020 in the wake of protests and debates in Britain about memorials to slaveholders and colonialists After the monument’s base was daubed with the word Schande (shame) the city authorities decided to “artistically contextualise” it rather than remove it Vienna’s culture secretary Veronica Kaup-Hasler told the JC that while she is “truly embarrassed by and ashamed” of Lueger and his antisemitism she remains critical of proposals to rid the city of the statue entirely You cannot talk about something that isn’t there.” She said she hopes artistic contextualisation will keep discussion about Lueger going “so that we might deal with our historical failures and historical guilt” Removing the statue would be to “whitewash history” artists and activists such as the Schandwache collective which mounted a “vigil of disgrace” to stand guard over the graffiti daubed on it JÖH president Sashi Turkof said the new installation was a “cringeworthy mistake” that “belies Lueger’s antisemitism” and does nothing to challenge the “reverential nature” of the monument The Vienna Jewish community’s general secretary Benjamin Nägele told the JC that the Lueger monument in its current form is “intolerable” but that the statue could either be removed or made subject to an act of “contextualisation that cannot be overlooked and makes clear that Lueger paved the way for political antisemitism” Mr Nägele added that the community is concerned about all statues and monuments honouring antisemites in Austria Lueger Temporary by the Austrian artists Nicole Six and Paul Petritisch is an enormous triangular wooden structure erected on parkland opposite the Lueger monument on Vienna’s Ringstrasse Upon the frame are affixed colourful wooden silhouettes representing other memorials in Vienna dedicated to Lueger — 16 in all The artists aim to “extend the discussion about the monument to the entire city” showing the “many different ways in which Lueger was inscribed in [Vienna’s] collective memory” Lueger Temporary will stay in place for a year during which time a jury organised by the city will solicit opinions and then select a permanent contextualising counter-monument that should open in late 2023 Austria Antisemitism History Art  Olga Steidl / EyeEm Mathias Kniepeiss /Getty Images Europe Pelican Coffee Company/Official Facebook page  Andreas Faessler/Wikimedia Commons/ Creative Commons If you are considering living in Vienna and struggling to decide which neighborhood to call home here is an overview of the city’s 23 districts By Gayatri Bhaumik Living in Vienna is something we should all aspire to. After all, Austria’s illustrious capital was named the world’s most livable city in 2019 for the tenth year in a row It not only boasts an abundance of culture and entertainment but also some of the most beautiful architecture the country has to offer you will have the daunting task of deciding exactly where to live And with so many neighborhoods to choose from This is because each Viennese district has its own character and facilities that make it attractive to different types of expats this helpful guide outlines everything you need to know about living in Vienna Looking for somewhere to rent in the beautiful Austrian capital Spotahome takes the hassle out of househunting by doing the hard work for you and book rental properties all from the comfort of your own home Take the stress out of househunting in Vienna with Spotahome the capital city of Vienna occupies a spot at the easternmost end of the Alps and is split into two halves by the Danube river each one of which has its own local administrative district office (Magistratische Bezirksämter) which is subject to the mayor of Vienna boasting nearly 2.6 million within the metropolitan area.  it was considered the cultural capital in the world Hungary also occupied Vienna for two years at this time The top 10 cheapest places to live as an expat Vienna received consent from the emperor to annex 24 surrounding villages along with the razing of the city walls in 1857 it was at this time that many of Vienna’s most famous buildings were built Vienna is one of the wealthiest cities in the European Union it has a gross regional product of €47,200 per capita the service sector accounts for 85.5% of Vienna’s gross value while industry and commerce account for a further 14.5% Vienna has a (small) agricultural sector that mostly focuses on wine the most important trades in Vienna are scientific and technological services many international companies have headquarters here many famous composers have lived and worked here who became the world’s first psychoanalyst In 2019, over 30% of Viennese residents didn’t have Austrian citizenship and a further 312,705 were third-country nationals foreign residents of Vienna are largely from Serbia the 1st district is full of historical sites it is not generally a place where most locals would live This is simply because accommodation here is prohibitively expensive if you can afford it – or you are living in Vienna on your company’s dime – this is grand living at its finest.  Vienna’s Innere Stadt is probably as family-friendly as they come This district offers an urban experience but with a touch of rustication in the form of big green lungs like Rathauspark there is a wealth of attractions that are perfect for weekend explorations en famille This is also a safe district (not that any part of Vienna is exactly bad or unsafe) and it tends to get very quiet at night.   you can take in a show at the Wiener Staatsoper.  you will find a bit of everything when it comes to shopping in the Innere Stadt; from small local convenience stores and high street brands to elegant galleries and boutiques.   Of course, the best part of living in Innere Stadt is that you will not really need to commute. The whole city of Vienna is at your doorstep and you will also have access to all the transport links you want residential permits are available to residents but there are also paid short-term parking lots available for less than €5 a day The Innere Stadt is the heart of the former imperial Hapsburg Empire so the neighborhood is home to the well-heeled you can expect glorious architecture and beautiful interior design details and homes in the Innere Stadt are among the most expensive in Vienna apartments here start from nearly US$2 million for a one-bedroom – and yes you can expect to pay at least €1,500 for a swish studio unless you are a diplomat – embassies are generally located elsewhere from Deloitte and Boston Consulting Group to Google and McKinsey the Innere Stadt is also home to numerous pharmaceutical companies such as Biogreen Pharma If you want to walk to work and the company is paying your rent Consider this an extension of the Innere Stadt Vienna’s 2nd district has just as much to recommend it at the first – but probably offers better living in Vienna than the Innere Stadt.  The sprawling district has plenty of restaurants as well as an abundance of nature and great apartments It is also reasonably multicultural and there is a big Jewish diaspora here; so as an expat It is also generally pretty safe – although you will want to avoid lingering around the Praterstern train station All of this adds up to an expat and family-friendly district.  Leopoldstadt also has a wealth of facilities that make this a great neighborhood to live in all of these offer cuisine from all over the world Café Ansari is one of the best brunch spots in town while Balthasar is known for its third-wave coffee and Mochi specializes in sushi and Japanese tapas Karmelitermarkt and the Jewish district have great cafés.  Of course, the neighborhood also has the WU Executive Academy (Vienna University of Economics and Business) Webster Vienna Private University is also in the area. Leopoldstadt also has numerous attractions and museums as is the home of the famous Vienna Boys’ Choir and the intriguing Vienna Crime Museum This was also once Vienna’s traditional theater district although now only the Odeon Theater – where the Neue Oper Wien appears – remains.  Leopoldstadt still has good transportation links the U2 metro line offers direct access to the Innere Stadt You can even stroll along the Praterstraße boulevard for a scenic route into the city center you can expect to use residential permits to park if you live here you can try affordable short-term lots or look for a few street lots.   it should come as no surprise that Leopoldstadt also offers a variety of accommodation options apartments are still very much de rigueur here more affordable options ranging from cute studios (around €1,000) to swanky three-bedroom penthouses (€6,000) apartments here can range in price from an affordable €150,000 to a cool €2 million.  Leopoldstadt has several big pharmaceutical and technological companies If you want city center living in Vienna with an abundance of nature this is exactly where you need to be.  They might not be as fancy as the Innere Stadt but both Vienna’s 3rd and 4th districts have much to offer while Wieden is much more hip and cool.  while Wieden is good for young families who want more around them so it doesn’t offer too many amusements or shopping facilities while Hotel Daniel is a local hidden gem for brunch and the Rochusmarkt has a few notable cafés and wine bars an abundance of independent fashion boutiques Wieden is right by the famous Naschmarkt.  Baroque-style Belvedere Museum and gardens Architecture buffs will also want to see the Hundertwasser’s famously colorful and avant-garde apartment block.    you will also find Motto; a nightclub that lays claim to being one of Vienna’s best gay clubs and is famous for being the place where Eurovision winner Conchita Wurst performed regularly before her victory.  There are also a few schools in the area, including an international Montessori preschool, a music school, and numerous public local schools. Similarly, Wieden has several local schools, as well as the Vienna Technical University (TU Wien) and INNES Institute Vienna there are several clinics in the area.   Landstraße and Wieden both border the Innere Stadt you can expect great transportation links here which offers direct trains to the Vienna airport and regional links you can easily amble along into the Inner Stadt you can expect a mix of residential parking and short-term lots.  With Landstraße being home to several embassies and Wieden being a choice for students apartments in the third and fourth districts offer a range of accommodation options but well-designed apartments start at €800 a month while large flashy three-bedrooms cost around €5,000 a month Being a quieter part of town and largely residential Landstraße is not somewhere the Viennese think of as a working center jobs here are usually in the service sector which provide a range of white-collar jobs people living in Wieden commute to other areas to work there are far more service jobs here than in Landstraße.  Lean towards Landstraße if you have a family and are looking for a quieter pace of life is popular with expats because of its grand offers easy access to Vienna’s best vineyards and hiking among nature.   Outside of the visually arresting Innere Stadt Währing and Döbling may just be the two prettiest districts in Vienna while the latter has even more incredibly beautiful mansions and plenty of breathtaking natural surroundings offering easy suburban living with city access you will be more likely to rub shoulders with foreign diplomats and international commerce titans as you are with well-heeled locals both the 18th and 19th districts are peaceful and very safe Döbling is the gateway to Vienna’s vineyards so you can explore the wealth of the capital’s wine region and hunker down at the many Heuriger wine taverns For Viennese who don’t live in the area tranquil park that is a destination in itself.  there are not too many restaurants and bars around SLUbar is a popular drinking den that specializes in gin Währing is home to the lively Kutschkermarkt with all its alfresco stalls and plenty of coffee spots like Meierei Diglas.  Währing and Döbling offer plenty of schools many of which are suitable for expat children parents may choose to live here so their kids can attend institutions like The American International School of Vienna there are several higher education schools in the district the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences and the University of Vienna Institute for Astronomy.  Another drawcard for families is the presence of several private hospitals including Rudolfinerhaus Privatklinik and Privatklinik Döbling You might feel a world away in the 18th and 19th districts but you are really just minutes from the Innere Stadt you can hop onto one of the many buses or trams and be in the city center within 15 or 20 minutes which offers a quick zip into the heart of the city especially if you live in a standalone home or villa.  Being a bit further out of the city center Währing and Döbling offer more space and accommodation ranging from rental apartments to houses for sale you can really have a choice of where to live in these two districts the top choices are the grand old homes and mansions that lace these historically upper-crust districts then you can expect to see prices starting from €90,000 for a small ground-floor apartment and sky-rocketing up to €8 million for a truly palatial design-forward three-bedroom home with four bathrooms you can easily find a modest studio apartment from €700 a month or a lovely two-bedroom place for €2,500 a month.   People working in the 18th and 19th districts have several choices when it comes to employment This is because there are many different types of businesses here depending on your skills and qualifications you may be able to find a job at the schools or hospitals there are several embassies here that might be an option if you are looking for non-diplomatic administrative work you will find a range of local companies such as fashion headquarters Expat-friendly family living that feels out of the city but offers access to everything worth living in Vienna for.  Mariahilf is a great blend of tourist-friendly fun and local hidden gems This makes it a great choice for expats living in Vienna who want to test the local waters without completely immersing themselves out of their depths.  so you probably won’t want to be pushing strollers or lugging toddlers up the steep incline there is a strong neighborhood vibe and plenty of little parks There is also a good mix of long-time locals and more recent expats so new arrivals will acclimatize quickly here Mariahilf is sometimes referred to as one of the top 15 coolest districts in Europe it is home to many traditional Austrian coffeehouses There are also lots of international restaurants here so you can feast on noodles at ra’mien one night then pizza at Disco Volante the night after that you can peruse all the high street shops on pedestrianized Mariahilferstraße you will want to follow the cobbled streets off the main avenue to find independent boutiques and vintage stores Gumpendorferstraße is popular with locals for its vintage furniture and clothing flea market.  While Mariahilf is a short distance from popular spots like the MuseumsQuartier and all its magnificent galleries there are plenty of independent galleries like Rabbit Eye Movement there are many examples of local architect Otto Wagner’s work including the apartments at Linke Wienzeile 40 and the Neo-Renaissance Semperdepot in the Lehárgasse as is the infamous Club Titanic which is a right of passage for anyone who grew up in Vienna Mariahilf is a good choice for expats with children as it has numerous schools in a city-center location as is a German-language private Catholic school including the Sisters of Mercy Hospital Vienna and Ambulatorium Klimax.  Vienna’s sixth district is very central you can easily walk into the main city center Mariahilf has plenty of short-term parking lots you can stroll down the Mariahilferstraße – the local pedestrian shopping street – into the city center within 30 minutes.  Homes in Mariahilf tend to be reasonably large apartments in lovely older buildings a decent two-bedroom place will cost over €250,000 depending on the size of the apartment and the building it is in rental properties can vary greatly in cost although they are universally well done up You can expect to pay around €1,000 for a cozy pretty studio and up to €3,000 for a charming two-bedroom.  As well as all the expected small local businesses that offer service jobs Mariahilf is home to numerous Austrian companies and even some international brands; therefore there are also numerous pharmaceutical and computing or software companies in Mariahilf Banking in Austria: the best banks for expats first-time expats who want to get their feet wet but are a little nervous about going too local too quickly.  Consider this Vienna’s answer to New York’s Brooklyn all-encompassing neighborhood where you are just as likely to see edgy students and young families as too-cool-for-old-age grandmas It is located on the edge of the Innere Stadt Although perhaps not as family-friendly as certain other neighborhoods Neubau can still be a good choice for young families living in Vienna This is because there are a few parks where kids can let their hair down there are several kindergartens and primary schools.  This is because there are a wealth of restaurants so there are always people out and about in the district while the district is not exactly quiet all the time One of the best things about living in Vienna is having access to a wealth of international restaurants, and Neubau has plenty of these. As such, residents can satisfy their appetites with whatever cuisine they feel like; whether it’s Austrian at Schnitzelwirt, Japanese at Tsutenkaku Sushi-Haus, or vegan at Restaurant Landia. Of course, there are plenty of cafés and coffeehouses but the most famous of them is Café Espresso which turns into an intimate bar by night.  Although Neubau residents have easy access to Vienna’s Museumsquartier the district has plenty of artsy hidden gems of its own In addition to a plethora of captivating street art and small galleries mainly along the main strip of Neubaugasse where you will find everything from thrift stores to high-end boutiques Neubau also hosts the Spittelberg Christmas Market in its alleys offering a true winter wonderland experience The best Christmas markets in Europe in 2023 Families will be glad to know that Neubau also has several schools although these are mainly kindergarten and primary schools there is the International Bilingual Kindergruppe Kids Gallery Vienna the Vienna International Montessori School (which sits on the cusp of Mariahilf) Neubau has one hospital – Prosenex Ambulatorium BetriebsgmbH So if you choose to stay here while living in Vienna you may need to look for medical services in other districts such as neighboring Mariahilf.  Neubau has a wealth of public transport connections due to its very central location you can easily find bus and tram routes that will get you into the main city center and other parts of Vienna the U-Bahn U3 line stops at Neubaugasse station.  cozy one-bedroom flat for €1,200 a month or €3,000 a month you could also find yourself splashing out on a grand three-bedroom penthouse overlooking parliament for almost €6,000 a month While older long-term residents usually live in properties they bought years ago younger recent arrivals are more likely to rent in Neubau This eclectic neighborhood boasts plenty of different businesses so you may be able to find a job by seeing if any of them are advertising for positions This would work for the district’s smaller local businesses Neubau is also home to numerous pharmaceutical companies like Mundipharma There are also several tech companies in the area If you are living in Vienna as a single person or with a young family and love an artsy vibe and being in the thick of things Bohemian Ottakring is perhaps one of the hottest residential neighborhoods in Vienna the 16th district has been home to a large working-class immigrant population locals are moving in droves as they realize just how cool being so multicultural – there is a large Turkish and Balkan population – expats will certainly feel welcome It might not be Vienna’s prettiest district but there is an abundance of nature; from small Yppenpark in the east and Karl-Kantner-Park in the center you can also commune with nature at Steinbruchwiese and Otto-König-Warte or perhaps take the Ottakringer Wald hike.   Ottakring is not considered to be one of the best neighborhoods many people living in Vienna see it as a bit rough some parts might not be as safe as other areas of the city There is a reason why Ottakring is now often named Vienna’s coolest district Residents have easy access to the Manner sweet factory a family-run business specializing in Austrian jam there are plenty of cool little galleries with compelling exhibitions eat pizza and tapas at local icon Pizzeria da Filippo or grab a pint at the Ottakring brewery.  Then why not put your bartering skills to the test with enthusiastic vendors at the Brunnenmarkt where you will find everything from cheese and meats to clothes There are also plenty of tiny second-hand stores around the district – you will just have to wander at will until you find them.  although most of these are local public schools so might not be the best choice for expat kids There are also several hospitals in the area including Wilhelminenspital and Wiener Gesundheitsverbund – Klinik Penzig the U3 and U6 U-Bahn lines run through the district while the Wien Ottakring train station offers connections to other parts of Austria so you are never really too far from the center of Vienna.  Ottakring is home to a range of different accommodations they likely won’t be as elegant or grand as you would find in neighboring Josefstadt Because of the industrial area and factories around the Gürtel there is plenty of working-class residential housing there are villas hidden amidst greenery near the Ottakring cemetery you can expect to pay around €600 a month for a little studio or €2,000 a month for a two-bedroom apartment commercial interests are centered around the east side of the area there are also bigger companies specializing in different industries as is the showroom for FIBARO home systems Top 10 mistakes made when buying a house abroad there are several manufacturing or construction interests Konrad Drescher Ges.mbH (construction).  Ottakring is the perfect place if you are living in Vienna but want a district that has grit there is a reason why many Viennese end up making weekend trips here.  the best way to start your search for accommodation is to use the internet This is because there are a plethora of websites where you can search for rentals you could have a look at the ads in local newspapers or speak to real estate agents (Immobilienmakler).  Below is a list of websites you can use to start your search for a rental in Vienna:  However, if you are planning to buy a place, you are better off going directly to a real estate agent. This is because they will have access to far more properties than you can find online. You can find real estate agencies in our handy directory In general, Vienna, like the rest of Austria, is very safe. This is largely because the state has a very strong social system that looks after its citizens you do need to keep an eye out for petty crime if there is any neighborhood that could be considered rough in Vienna this is only because it is a historically working-class neighborhood with affordable public housing and a very dense Favoriten is fine to visit – it has beautiful parklands you probably won’t want to live here.  there are a few things to remember when it comes to choosing a suitable neighborhood Singapore-born Gayatri took her first flight at 10 days old and hasn’t looked back since Trams are perhaps the most pleasant (if not the fastest) public-transport option in the Austrian capital ©trabantos/Shutterstock It’s a pleasure to take in all Vienna has to offer – and there are many ways to travel among all the neighborhoods If you fancy leaping into a bike saddle instead the paths along banks of the Danube are a cyclist’s dream The network is intuitively organized, extensive and operated entirely by Wiener Linien timetables and tickets you need for getting around without hassle The network is making great strides on the green front with constant improvements and expansions making public transport far more enticing than driving A new U5 line with fully automated cars is in the offing brake energy is used to power some U-Bahn stations and battery-electric buses and hydrogen-powered buses are set to launch in 2023 Here are all the ways you can waltz around the Austrian capital Much of Vienna’s Innere Stadt is pedestrianized so arrive prepared (and packed) for plenty of walking on cobblestoned backstreets Exploring on foot truly offers the best sense of this city allowing you to sidestep the throngs and click into the vibes of its different neighborhoods If you’re just in town for a couple of days, you might not need to use public transport at all, as many of the city’s trophy sights, coffee houses, hotels and restaurants cluster in the grand streets of Vienna’s 1st district and along the Ringstrasse boulevard that wraps around it. Pop into Tourist Info Wien on Albertinaplatz for a map to get your bearings you might consider riding public transport between walks great neighborhoods to stroll around include the boho-flavored 7th district (Neubau) cool cafe bars and indie boutiques; the tree-lined avenues of the Prater in the 2nd district (Leopoldstadt); the 13-mile-long (21km) Donauinsel in the 22nd district (Donaustadt); and the artsy lanes fanning north of the foodie Naschmarkt in the 4th district (Wieden) trains run roughly every five minutes from 5am to midnight Monday to Thursday and Sunday especially in the center and denser areas (between the Ringstrasse and Gürtel Tickets are sold at machines (with multilingual instructions) Just remember to validate your ticket by slotting it into one of the blue machines before hopping aboard (listen for the click) You only need to do this once if using a day or multi-day pass (U5 is still under construction and is slated for completion in 2025.) All stations have elevators as well as escalators while platforms have timetable information and signs showing the exits and nearby facilities The 10 lines of the S-Bahn run from train stations servicing suburbs and satellite towns from 4:30am to 1:10am If you’re traveling outside of the ticket zone of Vienna’s city limits you’ll probably have to purchase an extension on your standard Vienna transport ticket or buy a ticket from a machine at the station; check on maps posted in train stations and something feels gloriously right about trundling on one of Vienna’s 29 tram lines You’ll need to validate your ticket by stamping it in one of the blue machines when boarding Trams are either numbered or lettered (eg 1 D) and cover the city center and some suburbs; service runs from 5:15am to 11:45pm this mode of transport offers a cost-effective way to see the sights and enjoy a slice of everyday life at the same time A tips for exploring by tram: If you only have time for one journey make it a self-guided spin of the Ringstrasse which makes for a particularly atmospheric rumble by night when its monuments are gloriously illuminated but the (commentary-free) regular service is far less expensive you can take tram 1 heading northwest from Schwedenplatz changing to tram 2 at Stadiongasse/Parlament Burgring or Kärntner Ring-Oper to finish at Schwedenplatz Ample green space and the expansive banks of the Danube make Vienna a delight to discover on two wheels. The city is traversed by 870 miles (1400km) of designated, well-marked cycle paths, some passing through little-trafficked areas. The city is geared up for long-distance cyclists, too, as a major stop-off on the Danube Cycle Path which unfolds over 746 miles (1200km) from Donaueschingen in Germany to Budapest You can carry your bike (or e-bike) free of charge on carriages marked with a bike symbol on the S-Bahn and U-Bahn from 9am to 3pm and after 6:30pm Monday to Friday; after 9am Saturday; and all day Sunday Tips for exploring by bicycle: The Citybike Wien bike-share scheme comprises 120 bike stands scattered throughout the city You can register online or with a credit card at any station; simply swipe your card in the machine and follow the multilingual instructions The bikes can only be locked up at a bike station (unless you use your own lock). If you fancy something with a bit more oomph, Lime’s fleet of e-scooters is great for zipping about town Download the app for details on rental locations and rates Bus connections can be handy for reaching outlying parts of town or for travllers with limited physical mobility with several very useful routes for visitors among them 13A (Hauptbahnhof to Alser Strasse); 2A (Schwedenplatz to Schwarzenbergplatz) which covers a substantial chunk of the Innere Stadt; and 3A (Stubentor to Schottenring) Buy tickets from the driver or a Tabakladen (tobacconist) with fewer (sometimes nonexistent) services on weekends Night buses cover much of the city and run every half-hour from 12:30am to 5am Schottentor and Kärntner Ring/Oper are stopping points for many night bus services; look for buses and bus stops marked with an “N.” All transport tickets are valid for Nightline services Vienna scores high when it comes to accessible transport and big plans are in place to make things increasingly barrier-free if not universal; most U-Bahn stations have wheelchair lifts and all have guiding strips for the blind All buses these days have ramps (the driver will assist) and tilt technology and the vast majority of trams have low-floor access for wheelchairs Traffic lights have noise cues to indicate when pedestrians can safely cross the road Tourist Info Wien’s Accessible Vienna page is a useful resource for the latest accessabilty upgrades Wiener Linien runs Vienna’s integrated transport network with a website providing such information as timetables A single adult fare (€2.40) covers travel in the core zone in one direction on an uninterrupted journey including line changes; children under six travel free with a fare-paying adult If you plan on getting around a lot by public transport investing in a travel pass will save you a mint The most popular options include the day ticket valid from the start date until 1am (€5.80) It’s worth bearing in mind that the weekly pass costs the same as the 72-hour one The 8-day Climate Ticket (€40.80) is ideal if you’re traveling with a group of friends or family and don’t plan on using public transport every day Buy tickets at stations, the online ticket shop or by using the Wiener Linien app on your smartphone You might also like:The best museums in Vienna are a curated guide to the city's cultureThe best parks in Vienna: 11 glorious green escapesThe best time to visit Vienna: from Christmas markets to film fests The Weather Channel is the world's most accurate forecaster according to ForecastWatch, Global and Regional Weather Forecast Accuracy Overview, 2017-2022, commissioned by The Weather Company. tucked away down a side street in the Innere Stadt looks like it hasn’t changed décor since its 1939 opening Unfortunately, if there’s one thing most visitors agree on, it’s that the coffee in the traditional places really isn’t that great “It’s a hideous embarrassment to me,” says Oliver Goetz, co-owner of local roasters Alt Wien Kaffee but it’s horrible.’ So we always say that Vienna has a coffee house culture but not a coffee culture We have beautiful coffee houses—architectural gems that reek of history where famous composers and the literati have sat and done their stuff—but the coffee is horrible.” a micro-roastery pop-up will be moving to a permanent location soon If there’s one thing that Viennese people hate Vienna has taken a while to get behind the third wave movement—Hartmann only abandoned his career as an architect to start roasting in 2014—but the tide is turning. “If there’s one thing that Viennese people hate, it’s change,” says Goetz, who offers free tastings of Alt Wien’s more modern coffees whenever he sells a traditional blend. “But once we get into something, we really get into it. We’re not early adopters, but dedicated followers of fashion. You just have to give us time.” In fact, Hartmann spotted the owner of one of Vienna’s most famous coffee houses drinking one of his cappuccinos recently. Perhaps the revolution will come sooner than expected. You are about to report this weather station for bad data Please select the information that is incorrect See more (Reset Map) Reset Map, or Add PWS Today's temperature is forecast to be MUCH COOLER than yesterday © Copyright TWC Product and Technology LLC 2014 er sah und er eröffnete sein Spa: Augustinus Bader ist in Wien gelandetAnyone who invites guests to dinner on a Monday evening in Vienna knows about the charisma of their invitation Rosewood invited guests to its new "Asaya x Augustinus Bader" spa Augustinus Bader was there in person to answer questions about skin ageing and prevention over canapés and freeflow-champagne which annually occupies a place of honour in Austria's cultural calendar The future is now: The new L'Officiel Hommes Austria Spring/Summer 2025 Future Issue is out now and movements defining the future of fashion Old Money and New Money styles differ not just in aesthetics—but in the message their accessories convey Champagne is so last season—2025 is all about mocktails booze-free sips are taking over social media FENDI unveils a complete collection of perfumes As the centenary of the Roman Maison draws near personify its values and immerse us in a unique family culture This editorial presents a refined exploration of feminine elegance through the lens of Tobias Meier Featuring the diamond creations of Douglas Elliott exclusively available at Marisa Perry Atelier in New York City the photographs highlight the precision and artistry of Art Deco-inspired jewellery design the imagery draws attention to the craftsmanship and brilliance of each piece capturing the way fine jewellery enhances natural beauty with understated sophistication Vienna has always been at the forefront of cultural and gastronomic events our capital city offers even more opportunities to satisfy the most demanding travellers and adventurers you can take a trip around the world from the very centre of Vienna with one baroque palace after the next and a whirl of chandelier-lit coffee houses and concert halls Such pomp can make the Austrian capital feel aloof and intangible — but pick the right hotel and suddenly you’re ushered into its inner circle with cult art collections and basement spas secreted in former bank vaults and sky-high bars that open up the city like a pop-up book."},"children":[]}]},{"name":"paragraph","children":[{"name":"text","attributes":{"value":"Vienna’s hotel scene is edgier and more far-reaching than the polished façade of its Innere Stadt (or 1st district) would have you believe — whether you stay in a glam 1920s-style hideaway in the heart of the city a socially minded boutique hotel run by refugees,"},"children":[]},{"name":"paywall","children":[{"name":"text","attributes":{"value":" a retro-cool Airstream trailer Old-school posh with all the five-star trimmings inspire and advise our readers about the best choices for your holidays We also feature properties and itineraries from a specially selected list of trusted 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"}}]},{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"oenophiles"}},{"name":"break","children":[]},{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"The Fleischhaker family have waved a minimalist-chic wand on this glorious 19th-century townhouse a few minutes’ walk from Vienna’s MuseumsQuartier art district Wine is the theme: each coolly understated parquet-floored room is devoted to an Austrian wine-maker (cue carefully selected minibar wines and grape-infused toiletries) the bar spotlights a different vintner each month and is stocked with 360 wines to try you’ll love the fact that breakfast is served until midday at weekends Mariahilf"}}]},{"name":"paragraph","children":[{"name":"bold","children":[{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"Best for "}}]},{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"art deco fans"}},{"name":"break","children":[]},{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"Vienna cavorts with 1920s Paris at this en-vogue boutique hotel on the main shopping street of Mariahilferstrasse Hotel Motto flaunts a unique design that brings together intricate tiles chandeliers (some hailing from the Paris Ritz) art deco geometric lines and gleaming brass door fittings tasselled lampshades and parquet floors give a pinch of chic to rooms full of thoughtful details such as minibars with cocktail-making kits and Viennese organic cosmetics from Saint Charles Pharmacy a wellness area hosting private yoga and meditation classes Innere Stadt"}}]},{"name":"paragraph","children":[{"name":"bold","children":[{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"Best for "}}]},{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"regal ambience"}},{"name":"break","children":[]},{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"Of all Vienna’s grand hotels the Hotel Imperial on the Ringstrasse boulevard is the most regal and romantic Built as a palace for the Prince of Württemberg in 1863 gilded stucco and weighty chandeliers that take an age to polish Over the years it has rolled out the red carpet for Queen Elizabeth II Rooms are adorned with silk wall coverings The high-ceilinged Hallensalon is the opulent centrepiece — perfect for a glass of fizz before dinner in the 1930s-style OPUS restaurant Mariahilf"}}]},{"name":"paragraph","children":[{"name":"bold","children":[{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"Best for "}}]},{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"boho chic"}},{"name":"break","children":[]},{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"In a happening corner of the 6th district this boho-chic newcomer comes with a spritz of old-school glamour a fictional artist who fled the Russian Revolution and found refuge in Vienna designed with a razor-sharp eye for detail floors in herringbone parquet and jewel-coloured velvet armchairs and ottomans make this a fabulous place to slink away from the city buzz and rewind time listening to crackling vinyl in the phonothèque and sipping 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style"}},{"name":"break","children":[]},{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"Right on the doorstep of the Belvedere Palace’s muse-strewn gardens and gallery full of Klimts Hotel Daniel takes a bold leap into contemporary waters and is one of Vienna’s most progressive bolt holes Taking a leaf out of the minimalist Scandi book the rooms have unique features: from hammocks to glass walls for gawping at the view But it’s the vintage Airstream trailer with freestanding tub that gets the most love beehives and an upside-down boat sculpture on the roof and an urban kitchen garden ramp up the hotel’s eco Neubau"}}]},{"name":"paragraph","children":[{"name":"bold","children":[{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"Best for "}}]},{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"art"}},{"name":"break","children":[]},{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"After-hours viewings are the Altstadt’s forte In a turn-of-the-century townhouse in Vienna’s artsy 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Werkstätte stained glass and alabaster — serves a vast breakfast and imaginative takes on brasserie classics Leopoldstadt"}}]},{"name":"paragraph","children":[{"name":"bold","children":[{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"Best for "}}]},{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"putting people before profit"}},{"name":"break","children":[]},{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"Sidling up to Vienna’s beloved Prater where the Riesenrad Ferris wheel of "}},{"name":"italic","children":[{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"The Third Man"}}]},{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":" fame gently turns Magdas is a hotel with a big heart and social conscience a dilapidated retirement home was born again as this retro-cool Rooms have been livened up with pops of bright colour upcycled vintage furniture and murals courtesy of Academy of Fine Arts students Innere 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scene is edgier and more far-reaching than the polished façade of its Innere Stadt (or 1st district) would have you believe — whether you stay in a glam 1920s-style hideaway in the heart of the city a socially minded boutique hotel run by refugees Our travel journalism is written and edited by independent experts to inform DO & CO (Expedia)1. DO & CO, Innere StadtBest for locationWhat a view. Peek through the window and — whoosh! — there’s gothic St Stephen’s Cathedral, its gargoyles almost close enough to touch. But central Vienna doesn’t mean touristy in this instance Whizz up to sixth-floor ONYX for Japanese small plates and dinner with a ringside city view Gräetzlhotel Karmelitermarkt (Monika Nguyen)2 LeopoldstadtBest for urban informalityHow clever: shops where lamp-makers Hit the nearby Karmelitermarkt farmers’ market Best for ahit of Thirties HollywoodThe diva of Vienna’s hotel scene The roof terrace is a sensational perch for cocktails and antipasti as the city starts to twinkle JosefstadtBest for oenophilesThe Fleischhaker family have waved a minimalist-chic wand on this glorious 19th-century townhouse MariahilfBest for art deco fansVienna cavorts with 1920s Paris at this en-vogue boutique hotel on the main shopping street of Mariahilferstrasse help to make this one of the hottest hotels in Vienna Innere StadtBest for regal ambienceOf all Vienna’s grand hotels which adds creative riffs to regional dishes Best for boho chicIn a happening corner of the 6th district The Bel Étage with its art nouveau stained glass and claw-footed tub Innere StadtBest for a night at the operaEvery bit as sumptuous as its famous chocolate cake where treatments include a luscious chocolate wrap and massage NeubauBest for surreal feelIn a radical conversion of a 1970s tower block The Italian restaurant dishes up spot-on Neapolitan pizza and Dachboden rooftop bar delivers drinks with DJ-spun beats and big-top city views LandstrasseBest for minimalist styleRight on the doorstep of the Belvedere Palace’s muse-strewn gardens and gallery full of Klimts Best for artAfter-hours viewings are the Altstadt’s forte with a jungle-themed mural by street artist Frank Maria Innere StadtBest for five-star luxuryA Viennese whirl of Italian marble And the softly lit spa in the former bank vault perks you up after a day sightseeing with signature treatments using semi-precious stones Best for putting people before profitSidling up to Vienna’s beloved Prater where the Riesenrad Ferris wheel of The Third Man fame gently turns There’s a chilled café for coffee and bike rental should you fancy a quick spin of the park Innere StadtBest for decadence Old world meets new world at the Amauris Vienna a Relais & Châteaux property where much has been done to gently introduce contemporary design to a charming 19th-century building such as thinly sliced sea bass in a buttermilk and wasabi dressing Donnersmarkt restaurant at Almanac Palais Vienna15 Innere StadtBest for park accessStitching together two grand palaces a white-tiled café that’s become an influencer haunt Innere StadtBest for old-school glamourTaking the Roaring Twenties as its design cue It’s an immersive dining experience that includes projections onto your plate Sign up for the Times Travel Newsletter here CHICAGO – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate signed an agreement with SIGNA Holding Group to manage Park Hyatt Vienna which will be located in the city’s renowned Innere Stadt Park Hyatt Vienna is being created within an historic building bringing the legendary Park Hyatt luxury brand to a premier location in one of Europe’s key business and cultural destinations One of fourteen Park Hyatt hotels under development worldwide will become the seventh Park Hyatt hotel in Europe and the first Hyatt-branded hotel in Austria “Park Hyatt Vienna’s prime location in a world class city exemplifies one of the hallmarks of the 26 Park Hyatt hotels worldwide,” said Stephen Haggerty global head of real estate and development for Hyatt Hotels Corporation “and being located in an historic building will add to the unique character of the hotel another defining element of the Park Hyatt brand The Park Hyatt Vienna project demonstrates the diversity and versatility of our efforts to enhance guest loyalty by expanding the presence of all Hyatt-branded hotels around the world in destinations like Vienna where our guests are travelling.” In addition to an all-day dining restaurant the hotel will include a premier meeting facility with 640m2 of conference space which will reflect the intimate and understated elegance of the Park Hyatt brand is being designed by architects Neumann & Partners and interior design firm FG Stijl “Park Hyatt Vienna will add one of the continent’s greatest cities to the footprint of Hyatt-branded hotels in Europe,” said Gebhard Rainer “and will be a marvelous addition to the Park Hyatt brand We look forward to welcoming guests to the Austrian capital and one of Europe’s greatest political one of Vienna’s largest squares within the First District which was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2001 Park Hyatt Vienna will be located in the heart of the most exclusive shopping district in Vienna and within walking distance of the city’s famous Opera House and other important sights The United Nations Office at Vienna and other important political buildings are also located within a short distance of the hotel discerning global travelers look to Park 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laws If we update one or more forward-looking statements no inference should be drawn that we will make additional updates with respect to those or other forward-looking statements Laurie Cole312-780-5935Hyatt Sylvain Sonnet/Corbis Documentary/Getty Images Courtesy of the The Buschenschank Stift St HistoryNet capital of the vast but ailing Austro-Hungarian Empire reflected on its past with pride and its future with uncertainty Vienna was one of the most populous and multi-ethnic cities on earth a melting pot of immigrants from across the empire But Vienna seethed with provincial nationalism Though its culture and science still predominate lost in reveries over their fabulous surroundings But I had come to see another side of the city’s history For Vienna also nurtured the young Adolf Hitler played a significant part in supporting the Nazi reign of terror Vienna is rife with reminders of those dark years Hitler wanted to study at the Academy of Fine Arts at Schillerplatz on a street near the Westbahnhof train station It was an easy walk down bustling Mariahilfer Strasse which remains the city’s main shopping street Hitler and Kubizek strolled the Ringstrasse a three-mile-long boulevard that replaced the city’s obsolete defensive wall The Ring became one of Europe’s great boulevards lined with an eclectic mix of classical and modern architecture The two friends admired the Hofburg Palace which fills much of the southwestern quarter of the Innere Stadt and in Mein Kampf he claims it was here that he began to loathe democracy And standing in the cheap seats at the Court Opera Hitler and Kubizek in-dulged their passion for Wagner but it is still an easy walk through the Innere Stadt to the Ring One day Kubizek returned to their room to find that Hitler had left While Kubizek had been accepted into music school Hitler moved into a succession of dreary lodgings and homeless shelters By 1909 his money—a pension from his mother’s death and family loans—had run out Occasionally he stayed at the shelter in Meidling leafy suburb some distance south of Westbahnhof He was already peddling watercolors of Vienna when fellow shelter resident Reinhold Hanisch offered to be his agent until Hitler accused Hanisch in court in 1910 of withholding payments for a painting he had made of the parliament building While in Vienna he had spent a great deal of time reading right-wing and pan-German writings expounding on their virtues to all who would listen; he left Vienna thoroughly anti-democratic and with ideas of a Greater German nation There are no plaques in Vienna marking the places where the young Hitler lived But set in the sidewalk of Mariahilfer Strasse at the top of Stumpergasse where Hitler and Kubizek rented their room busy shoppers now walk over small brass markers with the names and dates of individuals sent to their deaths by the Nazis placed at their last known residences or workplaces There are more set in the sidewalks of the streets nearby but you need eagle eyes to spot them while walking German artist Gunter Demnig has placed over 22,000 of these Stolpersteine in towns and cities across the former Third Reich Adolf Hitler triumphantly returned to Vienna in 1938 following his Anschluss passing the dissolved parliament and the town hall before stopping at the Hofburg Palace he welcomed to the Reich the 200,000 jubilant Viennese gathered before him in the Heldenplatz Hitler spent just 24 hours in Vienna before returning to Berlin The Jews of Vienna did not participate in this orgy of adoration In front of jeering crowds they were forced to scrub the streets there is a poignant sculp-ture of a humiliated scrubbing Jew.The November 1938 Kristallnacht pogrom was particularly vicious here Vienna’s main synagogue in the Innere Stadt located in an apartment building on Seitenstettengasse was the only one of the city’s 94 Jewish places of worship to escape destruction Nearly 700 Jews were murdered or committed suicide that night Adolf Eichmann had already set up his Central Office for Jewish Emigration in Vienna a simple system of extorting the assets of Jews in return for allowing their emigration some 130,000 of Vienna’s 206,000 Jews had left the country further emigration was impossible and Eichmann efficiently organized the deaths of the city’s remaining 65,000 Jews in extermination camps a quiet square removed from Vienna’s tourist bustle a small and elegant memorial stands in remembrance Its concrete walls are shaped like an inside-out library of 7,000 identical blank books with spines turned inward representing the history erased with each Holocaust victim The Nazis did not confine their plundering to emigrating and soon-to-be-murdered Jews Viennese art galleries and private collections were also looted Auction houses were taken over by the Nazis to sell expropriated art Ownership of much of this art remains contentious today Hitler—by the late 1930s immensely wealthy from business largess and the use of his image on postage stamps—was a major buyer He purchased Vermeer’s The Art of Painting it now hangs in Vienna’s Kunsthistorisches Museum and is the most valuable painting on display in the city in 1940 Hitler ordered the construction of three pairs of massive concrete flak towers in Arenberg The larger tower of each pair had massive firepower; the smaller had less and acted as the command center Though the towers provided formidable defenses they were more useful in protecting the 10,000 civilians sheltering in each tower during raids A tower in Esterhazy Park has been converted into the Haus des Meeres sea water aquarium one of Vienna’s top tourist attractions; another in Arenberg stores part of the collection of the Museum of Applied Arts They remain some of the largest buildings in Vienna there are no plaques to acknowledge their past Whether they produced battlefield images of the dead or daguerreotype portraits of common soldiers In 1964 an Ohio woman took up the challenge that had led to Amelia Earhart’s disappearance how Wild Bill Donovan shaped the American intelligence community William Frederick Cody (1846-1917) led a signal life from his youthful exploits with the Pony Express and in service as a U.S Army scout to his globetrotting days as a showman and international icon Buffalo Bill “History is a guide to navigation in perilous times History is who we are and why we are the way we are.” HistoryNet.com is brought to you by HistoryNet LLC, the world’s largest publisher of history magazines photo galleries and over 25,000 articles originally published in our nine magazines Subscribe to receive our weekly newsletter with top stories from master historians sign me up! Supplied by Christie’s International Real Estate ALL aboard for a tour of some of the most impressive houses of the world with real estate writer Tom Bowden as your guide Vienna is one of the most gorgeous cities in the world and this home is one of the best places from which to enjoy its endless beauty it sits atop one of the city’s most famous five star hotels and offers amazing views over its eclectic mix of modern and old buildings Offering 227sqm of living space and 71sqm of rooftop terrace the home boasts all the spoils of an internationally-renowned hotel like a restaurant mirrored marble plates and basins in the bathrooms and a cupola salon currently being used as a library and home office The home is for sale with Christies International but the more I see of their homes the more I want to go the southern drawl — I think I’d fit in there And I really like the idea of fitting in this house there’s plenty of room for my small tribe to run amok and enjoy the grounds which is more than enough for most families the outdoor kitchen and the pool offering a knockout view of the surrounding neighbourhood at Lake Woodlands The home is for sale through Christies International so my dream home would ideally be pretty rustic but a modernist masterpiece would be a very close second and this Bayview one is pretty impressive indeed It’s been featured in a stack of design publications and now Sydney’s iconic Walker House at 20 Lentara Rd on the market through LJ Hooker Avalon Beach Influenced by Richard Neutra and Frank Lloyd Wright the modernist home is set on an acre of landscaped grounds offering amazing views over Pittswater to the Pacific Ocean five bathrooms and boasts luxurious features throughout a 20m wet-edge lap pool and a tennis court bought this place and am kicking back with a few old-fashioneds … MORE NEWS: A hidden gem for $50,000. 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The Local Europe ABVästmannagatan 43113 25 StockholmSweden distributed around its 23 Bezirke (districts or neighbourhoods) and it can be next to impossible to find out the best place to live if you are moving into the city or trying to figure out where to get your accommodation for a short trip Vienna has no "bad" districts (though some people will be prejudiced against areas with more immigrants) but some are more suited to different lifestyles than others Our guide is meant to provide a snapshot of each district to help you find your favourite (or at least rule out some of them) READ ALSO: The essential articles to read if you are moving to Vienna Vienna has a very straightforward system to name each district They all have a number - also their zip code - and a name then the two digits identifying the district and ends with 0 the area is also known as the first district Every street in Vienna has a sign with a number just before it That number indicates which district you are in the first district is the city centre; the others are numbered in circles surrounding the centre Districts 21st and 22nd are across the Danube (also known as "transdonau" districts) and the 23rd is also in the outskirts of Vienna When I first moved here, I'd get confused about the district Viennese districts (is it 01 or Innere Stadt?!), but now I see (and love) the organisation. Also, most people just use the numbers anyways. (foto TUBS - Austria Vienna location map.svg by Rosso Robot CC BY-SA 3.0) pic.twitter.com/LpgW0nLrJx Most people end up using the numbers to refer to the districts, saying things like "I live in the 16th" or "I'm driving to the 13th later today". Check out our guides for the inner districts and the outer districts what's the difference between each district Floridsdorf is considered a former working-class district with an above-average proportion of residents born in Vienna Floridsdorf is home to some of Vienna's favourite leisure areas: the Old Danube About 183,800 people live in over 86,300 flats and 29.8 percent are non-Austrian citizens The average income of residents is €25,352 Donaustadt is Vienna's largest district in terms of area - with more than a quarter of the total area used for construction the tallest buildings in the city (DC Tower and Danube Tower) the Donau-Auen National Park (Lobau) and numerous green areas The proportion of people born in Vienna is higher than in any other district As almost two-thirds of the district area is characterised by green areas and water it is unsurprising that no other district has more dogs than Donaustadt About 212,600 people live in more than 97,500 flats and 26.1 percent are non-Austrian citizens The average income of residents is €27,809 READ ALSO: The best places to live in Austria that are not Vienna The landmark of Liesing is the Alt-Erlaa residential park by architect Harry Glück is considered a residential neighbourhood with many high-quality and easily accessible green spaces Liesing has the highest car density after the inner city About 117,800 people live in more than 54,900 flats and 24.8 percent are non-Austrian citizens The average income of residents is €28,402 We want to expand our guides, focusing on each district in the future. Do you have any questions or things you'd like to read about them? Let us know by emailing us (news@thelocal.at) or posting a comment down below Please log in here to leave a comment the ÖVP has been providing the district leaders since 1946 the ÖVP was clearly ahead with 40.52 percent of the votes They were followed by the SPÖ (22.97 percent) followed by NEOS (11.06 percent) and FPÖ (4.85 percent) Their votes are distributed across 40 seats in the district council the following parties are up for election in the Innere Stadt: SPÖ Alexander Nikolai (SPÖ) has been the district leader of Leopoldstadt the 2nd district was continuously led by SPÖ district leaders After one term with a Green district leader the SPÖ regained the district leadership in 2020 with 35.38 percent of the votes Their votes are distributed across 60 seats in the district council the following parties are up for election in Leopoldstadt: SPÖ Erich Hohenberger has been the district leader of Landstraße since 1989 making him the longest-serving district leader currently in office SPÖ district leaders have been at the helm of the 3rd district The result of the last election: The SPÖ was clearly in the lead with 37.02 percent followed by the ÖVP (17.07 percent) and NEOS (8.80 percent) They were followed by the FPÖ (4.73 percent) as well as HC (2.28 percent) and BIER (1.72 percent) the following parties are up for election in Landstraße: SPÖ Lea Halbwidl (SPÖ) has been the district chairwoman since 2018 the ÖVP long held the district chairmanship The result of the last district council election: The SPÖ was in first place with 33.23 percent their votes are distributed across 40 seats the following parties are up for election in Wieden: SPÖ Silvia Jankovic (SPÖ) has been the district chairwoman of Margareten Christoph Lipinski will be the top candidate for the SPÖ in the district council election in 2025 the SPÖ has provided the district chairmen in Margareten The result of the 2020 election: 35.31 percent went to the SPÖ with the Greens in second place with 28.22 percent They were followed by the ÖVP with 13.84 percent the following parties are up for election in Margareten: SPÖ Markus Rumelhart (SPÖ) has been the district chairman in Mariahilf the SPÖ has been at the top in the 6th district the SPÖ was in first place with 37.20 percent the following parties are up for election in Mariahilf: SPÖ Markus Reiter (Greens) has been the district chairman of Neubau the Greens have been at the top in the 7th district - from 2001 to 2017 the ÖVP provided the district chairmen from 1945 the Greens were clearly ahead with 44.91 percent the following parties are up for election in Neubau: SPÖ Martin Fabisch (Greens) has been the district chairman in Josefstadt the 8th district had ÖVP district chairmen and from 2005 to 2010 there was a green interregnum The Greens led in the last election with 33.59 percent closely followed by the ÖVP with 30.55 percent The SPÖ reached third place with 18.58 percent the following parties are up for election in Josefstadt: SPÖ Saya Ahmad (SPÖ) has been the district chairwoman since 2018 the SPÖ has provided the district chairpersons in Alsergrund previously alternating with the ÖVP since 1946 the SPÖ was in first place with 31.45 percent closely followed by the Greens with 29.21 percent and FPÖ (3.66 percent) as well as BIER (1.52 percent) the following parties are up for election in Alsergrund: SPÖ Marcus Franz (SPÖ) has been the district chairman since 2017 the SPÖ has continuously led the district in the 10th district The result of the 2020 election was clear: With 47.4 percent the SPÖ was able to win almost half of all votes in Favoriten - and also achieved the highest vote share compared to all 23 districts The ÖVP followed in second place (18 percent) the following parties are up for election in Favoriten: SPÖ Thomas Steinhart (SPÖ) has been the district chairman of Simmering In third place was the ÖVP (11.30 percent) the following parties are up for election in Simmering: SPÖ the SPÖ has been at the top of the district in Meidling district chief Wilfried Zankl has been in office the SPÖ was clearly at the top in the 12th district with 42 percent and LINKS (2.46 percent) as well as BIER (2.05 percent) and SÖZ (1.77 percent) the following parties are up for election in Meidling: SPÖ Nikolaus Ebert (ÖVP) replaced his predecessor Silke Kobald in 2023 who was the district chairwoman of the 13th district for ten years the ÖVP has provided the district chairmen in Hietzing district chiefs from the ÖVP and SPÖ alternated the ÖVP was clearly in first place with 44.25 percent the following parties are up for election in Hietzing: SPÖ Michaela Schüchner (SPÖ) has been the district chairwoman in Penzing since 2019 the SPÖ has been at the top of the district in the 14th district The result of the last election: With 36.94 percent the following parties are up for election in Penzing: SPÖ Dietmar Baurecht (SPÖ) became the district chairman of Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus in 2022 during the legislative period taking over the office from his predecessor Gerhard Zatlokal who was the district head in the 15th district from 2008 to 2022 the SPÖ has been at the helm of the district the SPÖ was also clearly in first place with 38.53 percent and NEOS (5.49 percent) as well as HC (2.62 percent) Their votes are distributed across 52 seats in the district council the following parties are up for election in Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus: SPÖ The Ottakring district chairwoman Stefanie Lamp took office at the beginning of 2024 during the legislative period from her predecessor Franz Prokop who was the district chairman in the 16th district for almost 20 years this is the first election as the incumbent district head the Ottakring district chairmen have consistently been from the SPÖ The result was also clear in the last district council election in 2020 the NEOS were almost on par with the FPÖ (6.02 percent) then SÖZ (1.95 percent) and BIER (1.86 percent) the following parties are up for election in Ottakring: SPÖ Peter Jagsch (SPÖ) took over the office of district chairman in Hernals from his predecessor Ilse Pfeffer who was the district chairwoman in the 17th district for 20 years starting in 2002 the SPÖ has been at the top of the district Result of the last election: The SPÖ was ahead with 33.21 percent Their votes are distributed across 42 seats in the district council the following parties are up for election in Hernals: SPÖ Silvia Nossek (Greens) has been the district leader in Währing with Karl Homole (ÖVP) serving as district leader for 25 years (1990-2015) the Greens were clearly ahead with 38.70 percent the following parties are up for election in Währing: SPÖ Daniel Resch (ÖVP) has been the district leader in Döbling since 2018 Adi Tiller - also ÖVP - was the district head for 40 years (1978-2018) and is currently the longest-serving former district leader in Vienna the ÖVP was once again in first place with 36.89 percent Their votes are distributed across 50 seats in the district council the following parties are up for election in Döbling: SPÖ Christine Dubravac-Widholm (SPÖ) took office as district leader during the legislative period in 2023 who was the district leader of Brigittenau from 2008 to 2023 the SPÖ has consistently been at the helm of the 20th district and HC (3.10 percent) as well as BIER (2.09 percent) and SÖZ (1.77 percent) Their votes are distributed across 56 seats in the district council the following parties are up for election in Brigittenau: SPÖ Georg Papai (SPÖ) has been the district leader of Floridsdorf the SPÖ has consistently been at the helm of the 21st district the SPÖ was clearly ahead with 44.52 percent - capturing almost half of the votes and NEOS (4.65 percent) as well as BIER (1.91 percent) the following parties are up for election in Floridsdorf: SPÖ In the second district across the Danube - the 22nd district - the SPÖ has continuously held the district leadership since 1946 Ernst Nevrivy (SPÖ) has been the district chairman in Donaustadt the SPÖ was clearly in the lead with 45.08 percent and HC (3.86 percent) as well as BIER (2.29 percent) the following parties are up for election in Donaustadt: SPÖ Gerald Bischof (SPÖ) has been the district chairman of the 23rd district since 2012 the SPÖ has been at the top since 1954 (the district in its current form has only existed since 1954 before that the 23rd district and Schwechat were together) the SPÖ was clearly in first place with 40.40 percent and PRO (2.28 percent) as well as BIER (1.93 percent) the following parties are up for election in Liesing: SPÖ Everything about the Vienna Election 2025 This article has been automatically translated, read the original article here Und damit wir schon einen Vorgeschmack und einen guten Überblick bekommen Einfach das Formular unten ausfüllen und schon landet dein Tipp bei uns in der Redaktion Alternativ kannst du uns direkt über WhatsApp kontaktieren: Zum WhatsApp Chat the first district is the city centre; the others are numbered in circles surrounding the centre with 2 to 9 (and the 20th which was separated from the second district in 1900) Districts 10 to 19 are near the city centre but not a part of it Districts 21st and 22nd are across the Danube Most people end up using the numbers to refer to the districts saying things like "I live in the 16th" or "I'm driving to the 13th later today" (foto TUBS - Austria Vienna location map.svg by Rosso Robot CC BY-SA 3.0) pic.twitter.com/tbOfPuTpYE Vienna's first district is also the historical centre The district and its glamorous buildings are particularly popular with tourists and the streets are packed with them throughout the year The district is also where most jobs are - with more than 100,000 people employed in the Innere Stadt The residential areas in Vienna's most prestigious location are at a correspondingly higher price level The population of the Inner City also has the highest proportion of people with a university degree the highest average living space per resident and the highest car density of all districts in Vienna and 31.3 percent are non-Austrian citizens The average income of the residents is € 38,198 READ ALSO: How much does it cost to live in Vienna in 2024? stretches out on an island between the Danube River and the Danube Canal with a good mix of urban lifestyle and nature Some of the main spots are the Karmelitermarkt market but also numerous locations on the riversides and About 108,200 people live in more than 54,800 flats and 37.2 percent are non-Austrian citizens The average income of residents is €25,999 Landstraße impresses with a mix of historic architecture and innovative new building projects and many of the most beautiful architecture houses diplomatic missions in the Austrian capital About 96,700 people live in more than 50,800 flats and 36.4 percent are non-Austrian citizens The average income of residents is €28,646 Wieden has been called a "perfect blend of conservative and hip" The neighbourhood is home to Vienna's largest open-air market The lively Bezirk is also home to the Belvedere Palace but is also characterised by its student life as many flock there to attend classes at Vienna's tech university TU About 33,600 people live in more than 17,300 flats and 35.8 percent are non-Austrian citizens The average income of residents is €29,378 Margareten is known for its lively streets but little green space - a typical district within the "Gürtel" region and many green projects are in the very well-connected area About 55,000 people live in over 29,000 flats and 41.6 percent are non-Austrian citizens The average income of residents is €24,139 READ ALSO: How can I move into affordable cooperative housing in Vienna? Mariahilf has some beautiful historical buildings but it is also home to Austria's largest shopping street (Mariahilferstrasse) and is within walking distance of the city centre The Bezirk is known for its nightlife and excellent public transport connections the district has a low proportion of green areas The topography is characterised by its steeply sloping terrain which is why pedestrians will find many stairs About 31,000 people live in more than 17,000 flats and 33.6 percent are non-Austrian citizens The average income of residents is €27,672 with lively businesses and a diverse gastronomy scene It's also an extremely popular residential area but the housing market has seen prices soar particularly near picturesque sites such as Spittelberg The Bezirk is home to the Volkstheater and the MuseumsQuartier About 31,500 people live in more than 17,700 flats and 32.4 percent are non-Austrian citizens Vienna's smallest district has a mix of new buildings and historical apartments The city's oldest theatre is located in 1080 and the small Bezirk is also very well-located within walking distance of the city centre and very well connected to the public transport system About 24,600 people live in more than 13,200 flats and 33.1 percent are non-Austrian citizens The average income of residents is €29,421 The 9th district is a popular residential area but also brings the hustle and bustle of downtown the area has a large part of the Danube Canal where you can find tranquillity and a lively gastronomy scene particularly near the University of Vienna About 42,200 people live in more than 23,000 flats and 35.4 percent are non-Austrian citizens The average income of residents is €28,455 READ ALSO: Vienna ranked 'least friendly city in the world for foreigners' Brigittenau shares the island between the Danube and the Danube Canal with Leopoldstadt more than a fifth of the district's area consists of bodies of water the 20th district is one of the most ethnically diverse municipal districts green spaces and workplaces is currently being built on the former Nordwestbahnhof railway station site About 85,600 people live in more than 43,300 flats and 42.4 percent are non-Austrian citizens The average income of residents is  €21,990 The SPÖ defended its first place in Vienna in the National Council election 2024 with the FPÖ following in second place ahead of the ÖVP Read here how your district voted in detail The present result includes all postal votes counted at the district level A few votes will still be evaluated at the state level on Thursday after the election and will no longer change the district results The ÖVP is once again the strongest list in the Innere Stadt in this National Council election the People's Party suffered a clear loss of 5.77 percentage points came in at 19.12 percent (an increase of 2.49 percentage points) The Pink Party emerged 2.3 percentage points stronger from the election The fourth strongest party in the Innere Stadt is the FPÖ which grew massively by 7.01 percentage points to 14.58 percent losing 6.51 percentage points and now standing at 12.13 percent This election resulted in a fall from second place for the Green Party 75.99 percent of the 11,140 eligible voters participated in the election The SPÖ is the new number one in Leopoldstadt with significant gains in the National Council election The Social Democrats achieved 33.18 percent which is 5.58 percentage points more than in 2019 17.36 percent represents a painful decline of 10.98 percentage points They are 15.82 percentage points behind the new number one The FPÖ reached 15.01 percent of the voters The Freedom Party emerged 5.3 percentage points stronger from the election and climbed from fifth place to third place The fourth strongest party in Leopoldstadt is the ÖVP The decrease of 5.62 percentage points marks a significant decline to 13.63 percent for the People's Party The NEOS increased by 1.93 percentage points: 11.81 percent means fifth place 60,006 people were eligible to vote in Leopoldstadt The SPÖ secured first place in Landstraße with strong gains in the national election 6.44 percentage points above the result of the 2019 election which lost 6.34 percentage points to 17.34 percent 15.32 percent of the voters reached the Greens: Thus the eco-party drastically decreased by 10.89 percentage points and fell from first to third place The fourth strongest party in Landstraße is the FPÖ which grew strongly by 5.5 percentage points to 14.7 percent and rose from fifth place The NEOS increased by 2.29 percentage points: 14.33 percent means fifth place The voter turnout in Landstraße was high at 73.66 percent: Of the 40,599 votes cast The SPÖ secured first place in Wieden with massive gains in the national election the Social Democrats achieved a rise from third place with an increase of 8.05 percentage points and defeated the Greens which lost 4.84 percentage points to 18.76 percent 18.19 percent of the voters reached the Greens: The eco-party thus drastically decreased by 12.03 percentage points and fell from first to third place who grew by two percentage points to 15.7 percent The FPÖ increased by 4.77 percentage points: 11.66 percent means fifth place The voter turnout in Wieden was high at 76.15 percent: Of the 14,759 votes cast A total of 19,382 people were eligible to vote The SPÖ is the new number one in Margareten with significant gains in the national election 6.94 percentage points above the result of the 2019 election 17.33 percent means a painful decline of 12.81 percentage points The gap to the new number one is considerable at 16.3 percentage points 14.04 percent of the voters were convinced by the FPÖ The Freedom Party emerged 5.8 percentage points stronger from the election and climbed from fifth place to third place Fourth place in Margareten goes to the ÖVP They lost significantly with 5.83 percentage points and now stand at 13 percent The NEOS increased by 1.64 percentage points: 11.94 percent means fifth place The SPÖ is the new number one in Mariahilf with significant gains in the national election 10.29 percentage points above the result of the 2019 election They achieved 20.05 percent and lost 13.97 percentage points They are lagging behind the new leader by 11.46 percentage points 15.15 percent of the voters marked their ballot for the ÖVP The People's Party thus lost 4.68 percentage points The fourth strongest party in Mariahilf are the NEOS who grew by 1.4 percentage points to 14.04 percent The FPÖ increased by 3.96 percentage points: 10.96 percent means fifth place 76.13 percent of the 18,904 eligible voters participated in the election the SPÖ made significant gains in the national election and took the lead 11.57 percentage points above the result of the 2019 election 22.3 percent means a painful decline of 15.24 percentage points 15.39 percent of the voters were convinced by the NEOS This improved the Pinks by 2.22 percentage points The fourth strongest party in Neubau became the ÖVP The minus of 4.31 percentage points means a decline to 13.65 percent for the People's Party The FPÖ increased by 3.69 percentage points: 9.45 percent means fifth place The SPÖ is the new number one in Josefstadt with significant gains in the national election the Social Democrats achieved a rise from third place with an increase of 9.55 percentage points and defeated the Greens 19.49 percent means a painful decline of 13.06 percentage points The ÖVP reached 18.19 percent of the voters The People's Party thus lost 4.81 percentage points and fell back from second to third place who grew by 2.68 percentage points to 17 percent The FPÖ increased by 4.39 percentage points: 10.56 percent means fifth place 14,839 people were eligible to vote in Josefstadt 9.2 percentage points above the result of the 2019 election The eco-party now has to settle for second place on the podium 18.5 percent means a painful decline of 13.58 percentage points The gap to the new number one is considerable at 10.32 percentage points 17.35 percent of voters marked their ballot for the ÖVP: The People's Party lost 4.63 percentage points and fell from second to third place The fourth strongest party in Alsergrund are the NEOS who grew by 2.36 percentage points to 16.51 percent The FPÖ increased by 4.22 percentage points: 10.93 percent means fifth place Voter turnout in Alsergrund was high at 77.18 percent: 18,851 votes were cast A total of 24,425 people were eligible to vote The number one in Favoriten in the national election remains the SPÖ the Social Democrats suffered a loss of 3.55 percentage points which reached 27.48 percent - a strong increase of 10.25 percentage points Only 15.54 percent of voters marked their ballot for the ÖVP: The People's Party significantly decreased by 7.43 percentage points and fell from second to third place who grew by 1.38 percentage points to 7.46 percent and rose from fifth place who lost 5.38 percentage points and are now at 7.07 percent The election thus resulted in a decline from fourth place for the eco-party The voter turnout in Favoriten was 62.89 percent: Of the 65,876 votes cast A total of 104,753 people were eligible to vote the SPÖ remains the strongest party in the national election in Simmering the Social Democrats experienced a loss of 2.53 percentage points The FPÖ is only slightly behind the SPÖ with a gap of just 0.74 percentage points achieving 31.33 percent (an increase of 10.57 percentage points) The ÖVP reached only 14.56 percent of the voters: The People's Party suffered a significant loss of 8.31 percentage points and fell from second to third place The fourth strongest party in Simmering became the NEOS which grew slightly by 0.56 percentage points to 6.5 percent and rose from fifth place The other places: Beer Party: 3.78 percent The SPÖ defended its top position in Meidling The increase of 1.9 percentage points to 32.79 percent further strengthened the Social Democrats Second place went to the FPÖ with a respectable gap of 11.85 percentage points achieving 20.94 percent (an increase of 7.8 percentage points) this massive increase means a rise from fourth place The ÖVP reached only 15.65 percent of the voters: The People's Party suffered a significant loss of 7.91 percentage points and fell from second to third place The fourth strongest party in Meidling became the Greens The decrease of 7.86 percentage points marks a significant decline to 11.51 percent for the eco-party The NEOS increased by 1.33 percentage points: 9.37 percent means fifth place 66.31 percent of the 53,111 eligible voters participated in the election the ÖVP maintains its position as the strongest force Although this is 7.43 percentage points less and a clear loss The SPÖ follows the ÖVP with a gap of 5.15 percentage points reaching 21.49 percent (an increase of 2.49 percentage points) The NEOS reached 16.24 percent of the voters This improved the Pink Party by 2.11 percentage points The fourth strongest party in Hietzing is the FPÖ which grew significantly by 6.81 percentage points to 16.16 percent losing 5.56 percentage points and now standing at 13.75 percent The election thus resulted in a drop from second place for the Green Party Voter turnout in Hietzing was high at 78.95 percent: Of the 29,292 votes cast A total of 37,100 people were eligible to vote The SPÖ secured first place in Penzing with strong gains in the national election 3.48 percentage points above the result of the 2019 election The second place was claimed by the FPÖ with a considerable increase of 7.29 percentage points to 19.12 percent The Freedom Party used this year's election to rise from fourth place Only 18.46 percent of voters were convinced by the ÖVP: The People's Party thus suffered a significant loss of 7.79 percentage points The fourth strongest party in Penzing is the Greens They lost 7.34 percentage points and now stand at 14.3 percent The NEOS increased by 1.24 percentage points: 11.75 percent means fifth place Voter turnout in Penzing was high at 74.08 percent: Of the 44,291 votes cast A total of 59,785 people were eligible to vote 15th District - Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus (1150 Vienna) The SPÖ remains in first place in the national council election in Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus the Social Democrats grew significantly by 5.45 percentage points the eco-party lost drastically by twelve percentage points The gap to the leading party is large at 18.01 percentage points This clearly improved the Freedom Party by 6.1 percentage points Number four in Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus is the ÖVP It lost significantly by 6.47 percentage points and now stands at 11.61 percent The NEOS increased by one percentage point: 8.66 percent means a moderate gain 67.22 percent of the 37,176 eligible voters participated in the election The SPÖ defended its top position in Ottakring The significant increase of 3.79 percentage points to 32.6 percent further strengthened the Social Democrats With a clear gap of 14.68 percentage points the FPÖ is far behind the SPÖ with 17.92 percent (plus 6.48 percentage points) the Freedom Party managed to rise from fourth place Only 14.83 percent of voters supported the Greens The eco-party thus lost 9.91 percentage points and fell from second to third place It lost slightly by 6.94 percentage points and now stands at 14.7 percent The NEOS increased by 1.91 percentage points: 10.05 percent means fifth place 69.43 percent of the 53,596 eligible voters participated in the election The SPÖ fought for first place in the national council election in Hernals with strong gains The Social Democrats achieved 28.7 percent which is 5.61 percentage points more than in 2019 which lost 6.4 percentage points to 17.51 percent They are 11.19 percentage points behind the new number one Only 17.1 percent of voters were convinced by the Greens The eco-party thus lost 9.56 percentage points and plummeted from first to third place which grew significantly by 5.43 percentage points to 15.23 percent The NEOS increased by 1.35 percentage points: 12.78 percent means fifth place Voter turnout in Hernals was high at 74.28 percent: 23,120 votes were cast A total of 31,127 people were eligible to vote the SPÖ achieved first place in the national election 6.82 percentage points above the result of the 2019 election which lost 6.2 percentage points to 20.45 percent Only 19.19 percent of voters were convinced by the Greens: The eco-party lost significantly by 9.92 percentage points and fell from first to third place which grew by 2.16 percentage points to 17.27 percent The FPÖ increased by 4.67 percentage points: 12.05 percent means fifth place 79.15 percent of the 31,479 eligible voters participated in the election The ÖVP received the most votes in Döbling again this time Although this is 6.54 percentage points less and a clear loss which reached 23.1 percent (plus 2.38 percentage points) The FPÖ reached 16.59 percent of the voters The Freedom Party emerged 6.92 percentage points stronger from the election and climbed from fifth place to third place which grew by 1.87 percentage points to 16.25 percent who lost 6.18 percentage points and are now at 11.76 percent the SPÖ maintained first place in the national election The Social Democrats achieved 34.38 percent remaining practically stable compared to the previous election Second place went to the FPÖ with a respectable distance of 13.59 percentage points reaching 20.79 percent - a strong increase of 7.39 percentage points This massive increase helped the Freedom Party rise from fourth place Only 13.99 percent of voters were convinced by the ÖVP: The People's Party significantly decreased by 6.58 percentage points and fell from second to third place Fourth place in Brigittenau goes to the Greens They lost significantly by 7.92 percentage points and now stand at 12.15 percent The NEOS increased by 1.21 percentage points: 7.93 percent means fifth place the FPÖ gained massively in the national election and took the lead the Freedom Party performed 11.02 percentage points better than in the last election and overtook the SPÖ The Social Democrats are now in second place 29.6 percent means a slight decline of 0.62 percentage points the gap to the new number one is extremely small at 0.24 percentage points Only 17.1 percent of voters marked the ÖVP: The People's Party lost significantly by 9.23 percentage points and fell from second to third place Number four in Floridsdorf became the NEOS who grew by 1.23 percentage points to 8.47 percent and rose from fifth place who lost 5.68 percentage points and now stand at 7 percent The eco-party's result led to a descent from fourth place 108,262 people were eligible to vote in Floridsdorf The SPÖ remains in first place in Donaustadt in the national election It grew by 0.81 percentage points to 29.91 percent Behind the SPÖ is the FPÖ with 27.45 percent (plus 10.44 percentage points) Only 17.12 percent of voters supported the ÖVP The People's Party lost 9.07 percentage points and fell from second to third place The fourth strongest party in Donaustadt is the NEOS which grew by 1.29 percentage points to 9.7 percent and rose from fifth place The eco-party's result led to a drop from fourth place 135,104 people were eligible to vote in Donaustadt Change at the top in Liesing: The SPÖ achieved first place in the national election there the Social Democrats performed 1.35 percentage points better than in the last election and overtook the ÖVP The second place was secured by the FPÖ with a significant increase of 8.94 percentage points to 23.69 percent Only 20.35 percent of voters marked their ballot for the ÖVP: The People's Party lost significantly by 8.14 percentage points and plummeted from first to third place which grew by 1.1 percentage points to 11.26 percent and rose from fifth place The eco-party's result led to a fall from third place 72.72 percent of the 76,567 eligible voters participated in the election This article has been automatically translated, read the original article here Vienna is home to the majority of foreigners living in Austria so we thought they must have some opinions on the best and worst districts to live To find out, we asked readers of The Local to tell us about their favourite and least favourite places in Austria's capital city READ MORE: Property buying rules for international residents in Vienna the central 1st to 9th districts in Vienna came out on top as the best places to live as an international resident Lejla from Bosnia said: “We live in 8th and it's central Ella said: “Districts 1 to 9 have close proximity to amenities and there is no need to have a car but they are lacking greener areas and parks.” Leopoldstadt (2nd district) was named several times by respondents as their favourite district The latter – Favoriten – is one of Vienna’s most populated districts, according to Stadt Wien. It is also popular with foreigners with more than half of the district’s residents born outside of Austria READ ALSO: Vienna Christmas Markets: Here are the dates and locations for 2022 it is very diverse and neighbours are welcoming.” Andrew DiGiovanni from the US said his favourite district is Alsergrund for the “green spaces and the canal” airy streets – some of which are getting facelifts” Andrew added: “[Alsergrund is] close enough to the centre to have some of its old character The 9th will be the hot spot when the U5 comes in.” Mariahilf (6th district) was also recommended as a good place to live for single people or couples without children most notably for the close proximity to the Naschmarkt – one of Vienna’s biggest markets and home to many food stalls and restaurants said: “[The district is] easy to reach by U4 and fresh food and goods are easy to come by at the Naschmarkt.” READ ALSO: IN FIGURES: Everything you need to know about who lives in Vienna We didn’t just want readers of The Local to tell us their favourite place to live in Vienna – we also wanted to know why they feel that way good access to transport came out on top with almost 87 percent of respondents citing this as the main reason they liked a particular district libraries etc.) at almost 67 percent and community at 60 percent and access to international schools were the least important reasons for a district to be a good place to live with respondents voting for them at 43 percent and 30 percent respectively FOR MEMBERS: IN NUMBERS: The Vienna districts where most foreigners live Despite several respondents saying Favoriten is one of the best places to live in Vienna said she “did not feel good walking around there” But Favoriten wasn’t the only district that was labelled as an undesirable place for foreigners to live with several respondents citing Ottakring (16th) as the worst district in Vienna there are very limited amenities and the connections aren't great.” Paul Young from London said Rudolfsheim-Fünfhaus – another district heavily populated with international residents – is the worst place to live in the city Paul said: “It’s relatively densely built and away from the Gürtel [outer ring road] with little infrastructure.” Whereas one respondent from Bulgaria voted for Innere Stadt (1st district) as the worst place to live because it is “loud and grey” READ ALSO: UPDATED From lighting to ice skating: How Vienna plans to save energy While easy access to transport was the main reason for readers of The Local to like a district community was the most common reason (56 percent) for international residents to dislike a place This was followed by limited amenities at 52 percent and selection of schools and childcare facilities at 39 percent Just 35 percent said poor access to transport was the reason why a district was a bad place to live and almost 22 percent named cost as a deciding factor This section of the survey allowed for multiple choice answers Please log in here to leave a comment. the quaint city of Salzburg boasts a wide variety of restaurants to please even the pickiest of palates Here we list the 10 local restaurants in and around Salzburg that are well worth a visit For beautiful views of Salzburg Restaurant Pixabay | © epicantus / Pixabay Doubling up as both a restaurant and wine bar this unusual venue is perfect for an evening meal for two The interior is a mix of traditional and contemporary and during the summer a terrace is open for diners for skyline views from the beautiful Kapuzinerberg a modest mountain in the heart of the city Serving a variety of Austrian and Italian dishes Restaurant Flavour will likely have something for everyone with a huge range of local and international varieties Burgers are among the greatest comfort foods of all time and those craving some carbs in Salzburg should head straight to Bio Burger Meister Located on the antiquated street of Linzergasse this gourmet restaurant has a sincere approach to its burger curation taking special care to source fresh and organic meat and veg from local farms the restaurant also caters to a wide range of dietary requirements with both vegan and vegetarian options available Visiting Austria doesn’t necessarily mean sticking to Austrian cuisine charming joint that serves authentic and home-cooked cuisine the restaurant looks as if it has been plucked straight from Paris and dropped into the streets of Salzburg features everything from home-baked quiches to bean stew with duck and omelette with truffles or porcini mushrooms There is also a store inside the restaurant selling some traditional ingredients including the controversial French favourite © Mike Steele / Flickr This historic restaurant has been satisfying punters since 1621 and has firmly established itself as one of the city’s best traditional hangouts With a huge indoor seating area and a sizeable summer beer garden Augustiner Bräu is one of Salzburg’s best places if seeking conservative Austrian cuisine – and is a safe bet for Schniztel seekers which is a kind of meatloaf served alongside hot horseradish © Restaurant Milton Restaurant Milton’s ever-evolving and primarily vegan menu is bursting with colour and zest As true devotees of hearty and wholesome cuisine the chefs only ever use the very best ingredients ensuring every morsel they source is “regional as each dish is carefully curated and deliciously nutritious Even the desserts are predominantly guilt-free with a changing selection of vegan cakes and tarts Sign up to our newsletter to save up to $800 on our unique trips See privacy policy located in the serene Ändraviertel district Instead they opt to have the waiter announce the daily specials in an extremely old-school style there is always a wide-ranging spread of fresh anti-pasta and main dishes available © Monsterkoi / Pixabay Giving traditional Austria fare a modern twist is the goal at Die Weisse making it stand out from the gaudier restaurants around the corner in the Old Town area with the clientele a mix of both tourists and locals the menu features all the classic cuisine that Austria is known for (Wiener Schnitzel Rind Suppe) as well as some interesting seasonal specialties Be sure to stay for a tipple after your meal as Die Weisse also has its own brewery (Austria’s oldest wheat beer brewery) creating original Salzburgian beverages © Austrian Tourist Board Another favourite for traditional Austrian fare Zum Zirkelwirt is located on the picturesque old street of Papagenoplatz With cosy wooden decking and fur-lined seats it has the feel of a mountain-top ski lodge despite being located in the heart of the city it always boasts delicious homemade dishes The Pinzgauer Kasnocken – a kind of very posh mac and cheese served with local cheese and accompanied by a garden salad – is highly recommended © Taken / Pixabay Hanas Rasoi hidden away in a quiet alley adjacent to Salzburg’s busiest shopping street in the Old 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