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Hochstrahlbrunnen

Name: Hochstrahlbrunnen
Rating: 4.6

4.6 ·

Pause at Hochstrahlbrunnen, the tall jet fountain that anchors Schwarzenbergplatz. Sit nearby, watch the water climb against the sky, and take photos in daylight or under the evening lighting.

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Full description

Hochstrahlbrunnen stands in the open expanse of Schwarzenbergplatz, its tall central jet of water rising well above the surrounding square. It works equally well by day and after dark, when the illumination changes the mood entirely.

Reviewers describe a peaceful place to sit nearby and watch the water, with plenty of space for photographs. The monument has a layered backstory tied to the Soviet presence in postwar Vienna, which is worth reading up on before you arrive.

Open around the clock and free, it suits a short pause rather than a long stop.

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Address

Schwarzenbergpl., 1030 Wien, Austria · Landstraße

Website

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Hours

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Booking

Walk-in

Duration

15 min

Best time

morning, lunchtime, afternoon, early evening or evening

Intensity

Easy pace

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Good to know

Come back after dark to see it lit up
read up on the monument's postwar backstory beforehand
it's free and always accessible, so it fits easily between other stops along the Ring.

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Reviews

Beautiful and relaxing fountain in Vienna. The atmosphere is very peaceful, especially if you just want to sit nearby and enjoy the view. During the day it already looks amazing, but in the evening it becomes even more beautiful. The lights, water, and overall feeling make it a perfect place to relax and take photos.…

Albin Gaši

1/5

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