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Real Name: Holger
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Vienna - Gateway to Eastern and Central Europe

by HORSCHECK - last update: Jul 16, 2008

Vienna - Gateway to Eastern and Central Europe

Vienna was my travel base for a few days around New Year's Eve 2003/04 and 2005/06. The capital of Austria has approximately 1.6 Million inhabitants. It is situated on the river Danube and only about 50 km away from the Slovakian capital Bratislava.

Due to its long and rich history Vienna offers buildings and churches of almost all architectural styles. As it is also a city of art and culture you will find many museums and cultural venues. The city has a wide variety of cafes, bars, restaurants and and an exciting nightlife to suit all tastes. Visiting a coffee house is an especially Viennese tradition and a custom that shouldn't be missed.

The location at the eastern border of Austria makes Vienna a perfect base for further trips to Eastern and Central European countries such as Slovakia, Czech Republic or Hungary.


"Tradition is not worshipping the ashes, but preserving the fire."
--- Gustav Mahler ---

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Pros:"Architecture, coffeehouses and Vienna's vicinity to Eastern and Central Europe."
Cons:"The city centre can be crowded with tourist groups."
In A Nutshell:"Gateway to Eastern and Central Europe."
HORSCHECK's Vienna Travel Tips

OverviewThings to Do
Tips: 7 - Photos: 16
 
Restaurants
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
Hotels & Accommodations
Tips: 1 - Photos: 2
 
Nightlife
Tips: 1 - Photos: 2
Off The Beaten Path
Tips: 2 - Photos: 6
 
Tourist Traps
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
Warnings Or Dangers
 
Transportation
Tips: 3 - Photos: 5
Local Customs
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
 
Packing Lists
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
Shopping
 
Sports Travel
Tips: 1 - Photos: 2
General Tips
Tips: 2 - Photos: 6

Comments for HORSCHECK about Vienna
nicolaitan Wed Jul 29, 2009 19:32 UTC
 another great introduction - the kinsky palace is my kind of place. appreciate the advice on the S7 too. thanks for sharing. n.
jumpingnorman Sun Jun 28, 2009 21:42 UTC
 Loved this giant ferris wheel and glad I founf it when I backpacked to Vienna...awesome place indeed! Norman :)
scottishvisitor Thu Mar 5, 2009 22:04 UTC
 I would love to visit Vienna one day + I do enjoy your photos on a tilt = wish I could do that!!
margaretvn Sun Feb 1, 2009 08:55 UTC
 great page and good tips. Fun to see how other people see a favourite city.
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