Julia from Vienna
Climbing on Flakturm Vienna
Above Vienna's rooftops
The city center outdoor climbing spot in Vienna is open for the season, until October 31st! :)
I have this thing for honesty, so here it is. The naked truth: There are other spots for eclectic rock climbing in the city. However, the wall of the 50-meter-high flak tower at Esterházypark offers the best view. Also, it has an interesting history. Once you reach the higher part of the routes (even more incentive to finish instead of giving up halfway), you will have a view of the surrounding districts, rooftops, and the upper parts of churches and cathedrals as you turn your head.
The climbing wall will be closed when rain clouds roll in. Also, when the sun goes down, you must follow its direction. They offer trial lessons, so don't worry about not having all the equipment with you; you can rent it there.
If you're with someone who isn't into climbing, they can hang out in the park to watch you and other 'rockstars' on the wall or from above. The rooftop terrace (café) of Haus des Meeres is worth a visit. They recently built the viewing platform on top and the biggest vertical garden in the area. The tower has undergone a makeover, and if the aqua zoo isn't your thing, but you came for the view, you can now take the stairs on its side.
No excuses: get there and get high!
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