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Column of Pest

Name: Column of Pest
Rating: 4.7

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Discover the Column of Pest, a Baroque Holy Trinity monument in central Vienna. Circle its crowded sculptures of angels and clouds, ideally in the evening when it glows.

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Full description

The Pestsäule, also called the Plague Column, is a Baroque Holy Trinity monument raised in the late 17th century to commemorate victims of the plague. Its dense cluster of angels, clouds and sculpted figures rewards a slow look at the detail.

It stands in the heart of the Innere Stadt and is open at all hours without charge, so it fits easily into an evening stroll as well as a daytime walk. Visitors mention that it looks particularly atmospheric at night and makes a good photo subject.

A visit takes around 15 minutes.

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Address

Graben 28, 1010 Wien, Austria · Innere Stadt

Website

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Hours

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Booking

Walk-in

Duration

15 min

Best time

morning, afternoon, early evening or evening

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

Visit after dark for the lit-up atmosphere
look closely at the angels and cloud sculptures from different sides
combine it with a walk along nearby Graben.

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Reviews

Visiting the Pestsäule was an unforgettable experience. The monument is stunning, full of intricate details and rich history. Located in the heart of the city, it creates a beautiful and elegant atmosphere, especially at night. A perfect spot for photos, sightseeing, and enjoying the historic charm of Vienna.

Liliana

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