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Vienna on the water

Vienna is known around the world as the city on the Danube. In daily life, the Danube plays an important role for people, animals and nature in Vienna, with the 21 kilometer-long Danube Island, which was originally created as a flood defense. Vienna is also home to 29 wetlands, 4 rivers, 29 Vienna Woods streams and 40 ponds and lakes.

Vienna on Water

Old Danube, three people in an electric boat

Summer days on the Old Danube

The leisurely oasis of the Old Danube, a special kind of local recreational area, is only seven subway stations away from Stephansplatz. The …

Hirschstetten bathing pond

Natural bathing spots in Vienna

Vienna has many relaxed natural bathing spots to offer - a pleasant alternative to the summertime crowds at the pool.

Rubber dinghy on the New Danube

Relaxing on the Vienna Danube

In Vienna, the Danube is omnipresent – whether in the form of the Donau-Auen National Park or Old Danube, Danube Island or Danube Canal. This …

Kingfisher in the Lobau

The Lobau – Vienna’s jungle

Vienna is renowned for its numerous green spaces and recreation areas. But did you know that part of the Donau-Auen National Park also falls …

Ship MS Blue Danube

Vienna by Ship and Boat

Glide across the Danube with an excursion ship of the DDSG Blue Danube, race down the Danube Canal with the Twin City Liner, explore the Donau-Auen …

Bird’s-eye view of Schiffsstation Wien City

Twin City Liner

On the Danube from Vienna to Bratislava in only 75 minutes: that’s possible with the Twin City Liner.

Marina Restaurant at night with a view of the Danube

Marina Wien - marina & leisure complex

A harbor atmosphere right in the middle of Vienna? Marina Wien, Vienna's harbor for yachts and recreational craft, offers …

Waterfalls in front of Belvedere Palace

Video: Water in Vienna

From the beautiful historical fountains in the Old City to the recreational paradise on Danube Island: water plays an important role in Vienna, …

Further Tips

Children crossing the pond in the water playground on two wooden rafts

Experience the world of water

A water adventure world in the Favoriten district of Vienna offers numerous attractions based on the cool wet stuff.

The Wien River flows right through the City Park

Historic bridges and fountains

You can walk over 1,716 bridges … at least you can in Vienna. Vienna actually has four times as many bridges as Venice. Just as interesting …

View of the district heating power station in Spittelau

In Vienna, energy is also art

Vienna’s power plants not only provide clean energy, but are also a part of the city’s skyline, with their artistic and innovative design. …

Viennese Water

Viennese water – in a class of its own

Simply turn on the tap and enjoy mountain spring water? It's possible in Vienna. Vienna’s water flows from the mountain springs in …

Grotto pool at the Vienna Spa

Therme Wien – pure wellness

If you’re looking for relaxation, then come to Therme Wien. Europe’s biggest and most modern city spa makes wellness dreams come true! Therme …

Wide water slide at the Vienna Spa's outside area

Summer, sun, water fun with kids

Out into the open air with energetic, young guests of Vienna! You can go summer toboganning, visit the children's farm on the Cobenzl and …