Where can you find the highest building in Vienna? Why and when was it built? What is so special about it? What is near the Danube Tower?
From the Danube Tower (at 252m the highest building in Vienna) you have a 360° panoramic view of the city on the Danube . Vienna and the Danube are truly at your feet here. The elevator takes you up to the observation terrace in just 35 seconds at a height of approx. 150m.
Why not enjoy cake and café with a fantastic view of Vienna afterwards? You will find two revolving restaurants at the Danube Tower. At 160m the tower café and at 170m the tower restaurant . At the foot of the tower, the Donaubräu invites you to take a short break.
However, the Danube Tower is not only used for tourist purposes, but also as a transmitter and measuring station for weather recording. Pollutant levels are also monitored here.
From the Danube Tower you have the highest and best view of the city. In good and clear weather you have a distant view to the Rax and Schneeberg in the south, as well as to Bratislava in the east. Vienna and Bratislava are the two closest capitals in the world. You are separated by only about 50 km and you can visit Bratislava in a day trip by bus, train or boat.
The Danube Tower was built in 1964 in the course of the International Garden Exhibition in the Danube Park . You are located in the 22nd district of Vienna – the Donaustadt . The red subway line U1 takes you from Stephansplatz to the station Kaisermühlen (VIC) in 15 minutes. Then walk a few more minutes through the park to the tower.
The Danube Tower has often been used for sports events . The first stair run took place in 1992. 776 steps lead up and the winner made it in 4 minutes. In the meantime, the annual stair run is held at the Millennium Tower. For 17 years, a bungee jump ramp served adventurous visitors to plunge into the depths. Of course, attached to a jump rope. In 2018, this was dismantled. Base jump was not allowed.
Climbing the Danube Tower outside is also popular. Various rescue organizations use the tower again and again as a training opportunity. For romance fans: getting married is also possible at the Danube Tower. The Danube Tower is popular with both locals and international guests and is always a special experience.
A walk through the Danube Park will take you past various statues, the Korea Culture House, playgrounds and sports fields. You could also walk to the Arbeiterstrandbadstraße and the Alte Donau , where there are many beach resorts.
Adjacent is the “Modern Vienna with some small skyscrapers ” – like DC-Tower and Vienna International Center (VIC) also called UNO-City . Vienna has been one of the four seats of the UN since 1979. Austria ‘s largest congresses and events are held at the Austria Center . Office and residential towers stand side by side and guarantee an international atmosphere.
Time Travel Tip:
The Donauturm and Time Travel offer discounted combination tickets . You can travel from time travel in the underground vaults in the center to the lofty heights of the city.
The nearby DC Tower offers an open-air Melia Hotel rooftop terrace on the highest floor with breathtaking views of the city. With a glass of wine or cocktail you will enjoy the view even more and the hotel will thank you for contributing to the view.
More info: Danube Tower Vienna >> Experience Austria’s highest landmark
