Dornbach – Salzburg dominion in Vienna

As early as the 12th century, St. Peter’s Abbey in Salzburg took over control of what is today part of the district of Hernals. They laid the foundations for its development into a suburb and popular excursion destination with its estate and church.

Later, the summer resort and wine became the driving force and even led to the terminus of Vienna’s first tramway in 1865, still pulled by horses. Stroll with me past illustrious places where the up-and-coming Schrammeln entertained the heir to the throne, Rudolf, along with his personal fiancé, Bratfisch, and not far away we will find probably the sweetest corner of Vienna.

Take a look behind the facades with me and let’s experience the eventful history of the city and its fascinating protagonists together.

We will start by exploring the area around the former “Morawek” terminus and follow the footsteps of the „Sandler“ located there and the fierce competition among the first “Wiener Linien”.

The development of the Alszeile and the first vineyards pave the way to today’s estate with church and the associated eventful history of Dornbach.

Passing legendary pubs and stories about the Schrammeln, we reach historic villas of famous residents and take a brief look at the former Villa Atari in Neuwaldegg.

On the way back, we pass the castle of the same name, take a look at the baths and discover more villas and historic restaurants. The „Zauberpark“ will make you want to take a break. After a short detour to the Bärenvilla, the villa was built by the arch. of the Viennese City Halll, we finally search for Friedensreich Hunterwasser’s first steps.

After around 2.5 hours our tour ends and the Pfarrheurige or other nearby pubs invite us to take a well-earned break!

Quality is my highest priority and therefore the tours always take place target group oriented and in a relaxed atmosphere!

If desired I give tips for further sights, coffee houses, and restaurants you should visit.

Hint: bring your camera

I am looking forward to meeting you!

— Meeting Point —

Stop Dornbacher Straße Tram Nr. 43

Address: Dornbacher Straße 38, 1170 Vienna

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