WHAT YOU ABSOLUTELY MUST NOT MISS IN THE 16TH DISTRICT OF VIENNA

We continue with our blog series in the next district: Ottakring. The 16th district of Vienna not only offers its famous brewery of the same name: there is definitely more to enjoy here than just beer! From the Vienna Woods to the Lerchenfelder Gürtel, there is much to discover and experience.

THE LONGEST MARKET IN THE CITY

What would Vienna be without its Brunnenmarkt? After Naschmarkt, it is the second largest market in Vienna and, at around 170 stalls and 948 meters long, the longest permanent street market in Europe. Start from Thaliastraße into Brunnengasse and enjoy the colorful and multicultural atmosphere and the tempting offers – bargaining is explicitly encouraged here! Heading towards Ottakringer Straße, you will then reach Yppenmarkt, which continues the market activity on a former parade ground. So: Activate the relaxed strolling mode.

CONFUSED ROOFTERRACE

Upon arriving at Yppenmarkt, we discovered one of the coolest rooftops in Vienna for you: From the roof of 'WIRR am Brunnenmarkt', you have a wonderful view of the hustle and bustle of the market activities all the way to Brunnengasse. Absolutely recommendable, whether for coffee, a spritzer, or a meal – as soon as spring returns and we can all hopefully spend these wonderful moments with friends again. Just add it to your to-do list for 2021 now!

THE 10 MARIE

And since we are currently writing about gastronomic establishments in Ottakring, we definitely have to tell you about the 10er Marie. The oldest heuriger in Vienna, located across from the Alt-Ottakringer Parish Church, is a true institution and even today remains a meeting place for prominent artists and politicians. The name '10er Marie' is derived on one hand from the address - Alt-Ottakring No. 10 - and on the other hand from the daughter of the original wine tavern owner. And even though the 10er Marie is away from the usual tourist streams: it is actually always full here in summer! ;)

THE 16-SHEET

Who of you has ever heard someone ordering "a Eitrige and a 16er-Blech" at the sausage stand? What is meant here in the beautiful Viennese dialect is, of course, a Käsekrainer and a can of Ottakringer beer. The Ottakringer Brewery not only produces - by the way, now award-winning! - beers, but also serves as an event location. A tour of the brewery or attending one of the numerous events is absolutely recommendable, not least because of the unique combination of diverse historical architecture and the latest event technology. And: Deliveries from the "16th beer district" can currently also be ordered online!

OUTLET AT WILHELMINENBERG

For those who might feel cooped up during the weeks of lockdown due to all the home office and restrictions on going out, we recommend a walk up to Wilhelminenberg. From the final stop of the U-Bahn line U3, it takes about half an hour to pass by the beautiful Ottakringer Cemetery to the top: The ascent is rewarded with a fantastic view over the Viennese vineyards – and provides a workout for strong calves. If that's still too much movement for you: Bus line 46A also takes you up to Wilhelminenberg.

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