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Amalienbad, swimming pool and diving tower
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Sport & Wellness

Numerous parks, greens spaces and sports facilities, extensive recreational areas, clean rivers and lakes, and many sporting events make Vienna a wonderful location for outdoor sports. Hiking in the Vienna Woods, jogging in the Prater, inline skating on Danube Island, cycling in the city, or maybe going for a swim in a historic pool or warm spa water are just some of the sporting options available.

Really sporty in the city

Hair salon

Beauty with a concept

Finally: the desperately longed-for manicure, the urgently needed pedicure and the smart haircut at the hair stylist are all possible again. And if …

Allee mit Läufer im Schlosspark Schönbrunn

Running in Vienna

Endurance runners, die-hard hikers and passionate walkers will the best routes in Vienna all year round. The world-famous Vienna City Marathon shows you …

Woman on a bike on the riverside of the Donaukanal

Cycling in Vienna

The best and most convenient way to discover Vienna is by bike. The 1,400 km of cycle paths (some of them in areas with hardly any traffic) are used …

Forest hiking

Walks in Vienna

The foundation stone for the 12,000 hectare Vienna Green Belt, which encircles the city almost unbroken today, was first laid over 100 years ago. Want to …

Sport events in Vienna

Eliud Kipchoge crossing the finish line

World record marathon in Vienna

The surface of Vienna's Prater Hauptallee was positively steaming on October 12, 2019: Eliud Kipchoge – Olympic marathon winner and world …

Cyclists on the Danube Island

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Water, wellness & more

Swimming at the Old Danube

Lovin’ the Lido Life

The Viennese love to spend the holidays by the Danube, and they don’t miss the seaside either. With kilometers of beaches to choose from, it’s easy to …

Amalienbad, round swimming pool

Indoor swimming pools

If you’re tired of sightseeing, then spend a relaxing day in Vienna’s spas and enjoy the wellness treatments. Some of the old spas are also …

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 …

Krapfenwald pool with a great view of the city

Open-air swimming pools

When the heat sits heavy on the city, Vienna’s open-air swimming pools are an attractive and refreshing change from the sightseeing tour. Vienna’s …

Six swimming pools in Vienna

On hot summer's days, the Viennese know exactly what to do: head for the open-air swimming pool! Countless swimming pools offer a whole bunch …

Sailing boats on the Old Danube

River of life overflowing with fun

Running for some 2,850 kilometers, the danube is europe’s second longest river. It flows through 10 countries, more than any other river …

Family on a boat on the Old Danube

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 …

Rafting auf der Wildwasserstrecke

Whitewater canal on Danube Island

Vienna offers one more attraction for water sports aficionados: the country’s first artificial white water route meeting international …

Set table in the restaurant Aux Gazelles

Oriental delights at Aux Gazelles

There is a classic Turkish bath – a hammam – in the middle of Vienna. A former brick factory has been converted into a well-being oasis …

Even more sport

Way up high in Vienna's climbing halls

Climbing artists and fans of bouldering get their money's worth in Vienna: indoor and outdoor climbing facilities offer a varied …

Mann klettert am Flakturm vor Wien-Panorama

Vienna for action junkies

Action-packed mountain biking trails, challenging treetop climbing routes, a burst of adrenaline in the world’s most modern leisure wind tunnel – …

Action! Five adrenalin-charged activities in Vienna

Dizzying heights, speed and wild action – these are the ingredients for an adrenalin-charged day in Vienna. But where …

Cool jumps at the Ape Academy

Indoor action with parkour, trampolines and more

Learn wild jumps and climbing moves from professionals in a parkour and freerunning hall? Or prefer spring-assisted jumps …

Rollerblader

In-line skating

In Vienna, in-line skaters are welcome! You can really get rolling on the level sections of the 4.5 km long main alley in the Prater and the 21 km long …

Tischtenniscenter Langegasse, playerst

Table tennis

Mini-ball sport with retro charm: one Viennese table tennis center with a long history offers space and materials for visitors to Vienna – without prior …

City & Country Golfclub Wienerberg

Golf in Vienna

Some of Vienna's golf clubs also open their fairways to non-members – as long as you ask about the terms and conditions and reserve your teeing-off time well …

Laufen im Schlosspark Schönbrunn

Sightseeing on the run

The city can be discovered from another aspect while jogging. Experienced trainers lead you past Vienna’s attractions at a clip.

Badeschiff on the Danube Canal in sunshine

Summer in Vienna in sporting style

Sport on a city trip? In Vienna, numerous walking routes criss-cross the city. Dozens of swimming pools provide a way to cool down.