Saturday, 27 July 2024

Vienna

 Monday 9th Sept. Checkout from Dürnstein. Drive to Vienna.

Vienna has been called the "City of Music" due to its musical legacy, as many famous classical musicians such as Beethoven, Brahms, Bruckner, Haydn, Mahler, Mozart, Schoenberg, Schubert, Johann Strauss I and Johann Strauss II lived and worked there. It played a pivotal role as a leading European music center, from the age of Viennese Classicism through the early part of the 20th century. Vienna was home to the world's first psychoanalyst, Sigmund Freud. The historic center of Vienna is rich in architectural ensembles, including Baroque palaces and gardens, and the late-19th-century Ringstraße, which is lined with grand buildings, monuments, and parks.

 6 = AU$10



It would be possible to drop off luggage at Kurrentgasse 10, 1010 Wien on the way to the station.

This has been agreed with Johan. We will drive to the Am Hof carpark. Park briefly. Drop bags off at the flat any time after 11am. Drive to Hauptbahnhof. Return car, and then maybe walk back to the flat after 1.30pm.


Return car to SIXT Vienna Hauptbahnhof by 1.00pm.

How to find SIXT at Vienna Central Station

Return
Please use the "BahnhofCity Wien Hauptbahnhof" parking garage on Gerhard-Bronner-Straße, directly at or under the main train station. Park your SIXT rental car on the second basement level. Outside of the station's opening hours, please use the orange key safe located at parking lot A 48.

From Hauptbahnhof: take the U1 direction Leopoldau, get off at Stephansplatz. Or Taxi. Close to Bäckerei Arthur Grimm.


From Hauptbahnhof: take the U1 direction Leopoldau, get off at Stephansplatz. See
at the end of the document for real-close indications.

Taxi:
There are always enough taxis waiting at the train station. Follow the taxi signs.

With a private car/taxi
If you are with a taxi/private driver, ask them to drop you at the corner of Schultergasse and Tuchlauben.

1) From the Kleeblattgasse:
When you arrive at point “B”, this is what you will see


Enter the arcade and after a few steps to your right you will see the entrance of the building (below):



Go to the intercom and press “26”. We will then come down to meet you and show you up.

2) From Kurrentgasse 10:
You will see the Grimm bakery; go to the right through the gate and enter the arcade, walk a few steps and you will see the entrance door of the building on your left (see above).

Address: Kurrentgasse 10, 1010 Vienna – Apt.26, 4th floor

The day before your arrival, the representative who will meet you will contact you via Whatsapp or Viber, at the phone number that you provided either us or airbnb. If you use none of those, and/or if you use a different number, please let us know ahead of time. You will then be in direct contact with the person who will meet you at the apartment and give you the keys.

Upon arrival you will be greeted by our check-in team. Also, no Airbnb messages on the day of arrival!

If necessary you can also call our general business number : +43 677 647 897 32

During your stay (not check-in) call this number for support or questions.

For arrivals later than 9pm (21h) there is a 50€ extra fee. If later than midnight, the fee is 100€. 

If you arrive later or earlier than arranged please call to let us know and avoid waiting or paying extra charges. Looking forward to meeting you!


Down here on the left


Press 26

Find the Cozy 1-bedroom apartment near Judenplatz, Kurrentgasse 10, 1010 Wien. See Dropbox 'Piccolo access guide 2023a'.


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Innere Stadt (District 1)

This is in the very centre of historic Vienna, and it is close to a lot of the main attractions like St Stephen’s and the Spanish Riding School. Accommodation can be a bit more expensive here, but transport links are excellent. If you are a first time visitor or if like us you only have 2 days in Vienna, this is probably the best area to stay in.


Monday 9th Sept


Tuesday 10th Sept
9.00am. City Kickstart Tour with Roxane. Guest pick up in In front of the Column of Pest memorial.



Pest Memorial


Roxane

20:15 Vienna Mozart Orchestra. Musikverein - Golden Hall

Wednesday 11th Sept. Spanish Riding School
Consider a combination stable tour and training ticket package for a full behind-the-scenes experience that saves a bit of money too. Reviews. Tickets in Dropbox.



The Sisi Museum is very close to the Spanish Riding School and might be visited between the Training and the Guided Tour. Tickets here. Time inflexible.


Thursday 12th Sept. Ringstrasse? The Vienna Ring Road is a 5.3 km circular grand boulevard that serves as a ring road around the historic Innere Stadt district of Vienna. Ivie audio guide here.

11.30am Zoom to Pete & Jenny.

Friday 13th Sept. 2.30pm - 5pm. Freud walking tour. 
Claudia Muchitsch <c.muchitsch@freud-museum.at>
Dear Dave and Georgina,
Wonderful! I will send you the tickets within the next few days. You can simply pay on the spot when we meet. Meeting point is Universitätsring 1, on the outside stairs right in front of the main entrance to the big University building.
I really look forward to meeting the two of you!
Warm regards,
Claudia
Tickets in Europe Dropbox. Pay 78 Euros in cash. 

7.00pm Figlmüller Bäckerstraße restaurant. Bäckerstraße 6, 1010 Wien, 
Telefon: +43 1 512 17 60


Saturday 14th Sept 
6.30pm Ilona Stüberl restaurant booking made by phone 'David'. 1010 Vienna, 
Bräunerstrasse 2. Tel.: +43 1 533 90 29
Di Guise said: Our all time favourite for some good homestyle cooking, just like my Grandmothers and flavours of my childhood is Ilona Stüberl Restaurant (Hungarian) in Vienna, booking essential. May I recommend some of the following: Crumbed mushroomsBean SoupPaprika chicken with gnocchi and Pancakes with jam filling or curd cheese filling.


Sunday 15th Sept, check out.

A Nervous Splendor: Vienna 1888/1889, by Frederic Morton. A novel to give a feeling for Vienna in the years before the Austria-Hungary empire collapsed. 

On January 30, 1889, at the champagne-splashed height of the Viennese Carnival, the handsome and charming Crown Prince Rudolf fired a revolver at his teenaged mistress and then himself. 

Frederic Morton deftly tells the haunting story of the Prince and his city, where, in the span of only ten months, "the Western dream started to go wrong." In Rudolf's Vienna moved other young men with striking intellectual and artistic talents--and all as frustrated as the Prince. Among them were: young Sigmund Freud, Gustav Mahler, Theodor Herzl, Gustav Klimt, and the playwright Arthur Schnitzler. Morton studies these and other gifted young men, interweaving their fates with that of the doomed Prince and the entire city through to the eve of Easter, just after Rudolf's body is lowered into its permanent sarcophagus and a baby named Adolf Hitler is born.

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September Events in Vienna

Music

13 BEST CLASSICAL CONCERTS IN VIENNA 2024

Vienna State Opera: Check the schedule for performances at the Vienna State Opera during your stay. They offer a variety of operas and ballets featuring world-class performers. Experience a world-class opera performance at the Vienna State Opera. Check their schedule for performances during your visit and book tickets in advance for a truly unforgettable evening.

Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra: The Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra often performs at prestigious venues such as the Musikverein and the Vienna State Opera. Look for their schedule to see if there's a concert during your visit. Catch a concert by the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, one of the finest orchestras in the world. They often perform at the Musikverein, a historic concert hall known for its exceptional acoustics.

Musikverein: The Musikverein is home to the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra and hosts a range of classical music concerts, including orchestral performances, chamber music, and solo recitals.


Route to Musikverein

Concerts at the Mozarthouse in Vienna The Mozarthaus concerts are probably the best musically and the room is gorgeous. The main hall at the Musikverein is a world class and famous venue though the surroundings are going to be much better than the music!

Vienna Mozart Concerts: Enjoy an evening of classical music by Mozart, performed by talented musicians in period costumes. These concerts often take place in beautiful venues around Vienna, adding to the magical atmosphere.

Vienna Concert House (Wiener Konzerthaus): Another venue famous for its classical music concerts, the Vienna Concert House offers a diverse program including symphony orchestras, chamber music ensembles, and soloists.

Vienna Boys' Choir: If you're interested in choral music, consider attending a performance by the Vienna Boys' Choir. They often perform at venues like the MuTh concert hall. Their angelic voices have enchanted audiences for centuries, and they often have performances scheduled throughout the year.

Schönbrunn Palace Concerts: Enjoy a classical concert in the magnificent setting of Schönbrunn Palace, where you can experience the music of Mozart and Strauss performed by talented musicians in historic costumes. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Vienna's imperial past with a classical concert at Schönbrunn Palace. You'll be treated to a repertoire of Mozart and Strauss, performed by a chamber orchestra in the palace's stunning Orangery. Two A tickets = $295.


Schönbrunn Orangery

Haus der Musik (House of Music): For a more interactive experience, visit the Haus der Musik museum, where you can learn about the history of music in Vienna and participate in interactive exhibits. They also host concerts and events.

Vienna Chamber Orchestra: Keep an eye out for performances by the Vienna Chamber Orchestra, which presents a wide range of classical repertoire in various venues across the city.

Be sure to check the websites of these venues closer to your travel dates for specific concert schedules and ticket availability. It's advisable to book tickets in advance, especially for popular performances. Enjoy your time in Vienna and the wonderful classical music experiences it has to offer!

Vienna Events Sept 9th - 11th.

Vienna Events Sept 11th - 14th.

Freud Museum



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