St. Stephen's Cathedral

St. Stephen's Cathedral is the spiritual heart of Vienna and its most recognizable landmark. Located at the exact center of the city, this Gothic masterpiece is famous for its 136-meter tall spire and its iconic, multi-colored tiled roof.

Unesco: Historic Centre of Vienna

RR: 10 Countries RR (20)
Date: April 14

Stephansplatz

Stephansplatz is the vibrant, pedestrianized heart of Vienna, Austria, serving as the city's central hub. It is dominated by the iconic Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral (Stephansdom), surrounded by luxury shops, cafes, and historic architecture, including the modern Haas Haus. The square offers major transit access via the Stephansplatz subway station.

Unesco: Historic Centre of Vienna
RR: 10 Countries RR (20)
Date: March 5

Nora & Finja

Finja, born on November 9, 2019 at the Tiergarten Schönbrunn in Vienna with her mother Nora. Finja moved to the Nuremberg Zoo in 2023. Her father Ranzo still lives in Vienna.

Unesco: Palace and Gardens of Schönbrunn
Tag: Zoo tag
Date: Oct 14

Vienna

The heart of Vienna is dominated by the spires and red-tiled rooftops of its historic buildings. Located in the heart of the historic center, this Gothic cathedral's intricate, tiled roof and tall spires dominate the old city's skyline. The south tower offers a rewarding climb of 343 steps for an up-close view.

Unesco: Historic Centre of Vienna

RR: 10 Countries RR (20)
Date: Oct 10

Vienna State Opera House

The Vienna State Opera House was opened in 1869 with a gala performance of Mozart’s “Don Giovanni”. Since that time, it has been one of world’s leading and most famous opera houses. Great musicians have held the post of director, among them Gustav Mahler, Richard Strauss, Herbert von Karajan, Karl Böhm, Lorin Maazel and many others. The building, built in the Neo-Renaissance style, was the first major building on the Wiener Ringstraße.

Unesco: Historic Centre of Vienna
RR: 10 Countries RR (20)
Date: Sept 25

Karlskirche

Karlskirche is a Baroque church in the Karlsplatz in Vienna. The church is dedicated to Saint Charles Borromeo, a leading figure of the Counter-Reformation. The church is located on the border of Wieden and the Innere Stadt, the city centre. The mighty green dome of the radiant Karlskirche towers over Karlsplatz. It is one of the most important sacred buildings in Central Europe and a symbol of Vienna. Inside, the marble look dominates with red and gold accents. In the vestibule is a 2,47 meter-tall model of the church, which faithfully presents the details of both the interior and the imposing façade.

Unesco: Historic Centre of Vienna
RR: 10 Countries RR (20)
Date: June 27

Vienna

Vienna, Austria’s capital, lies in the country’s east on the Danube River. Its artistic and intellectual legacy was shaped by residents including Mozart, Beethoven and Sigmund Freud. The city is also known for its Imperial palaces, including Schönbrunn, the Habsburgs’ summer residence. In the MuseumsQuartier district, historic and contemporary buildings display works by Egon Schiele, Gustav Klimt and other artists.

RR: Big 50 - May 2025
Date: May 21

Vienna Skyline

Vienna - St. Stephen's Cathedral and St. Peter's Church.

St. Stephen's Cathedral is the symbol of Vienna and also the very center of the city. The 136-meter-high south tower is a well-known and loved part of Vienna’s skyline. The mixture of historic and modern buildings gives the city a unique skyline. There are several opportunities to enjoy panoramic views of Vienna.

RR: 10 Countries RR (20)
Date: Feb 11

Griechengasse

The Griechengasse, a narrow alley at the old town of Vienna.
Unesco: Historic Centre of Vienna
RR: 10 Countries RR (20)
Date: Jan 2

Zoo Vienna

A giant panda in Vienna Zoo. The pandas returned to China in mid-September 2024 to spend their twilight years in their home country. A younger pair will arrive in 2025.

Unesco: Palace and Gardens of Schönbrunn
Tag: Zoo tag
Date: Dec 31

Tiergarten Schönbrunn

After a four-year break, the Schönbrunn Zoo can once again announce the successful breeding of pink flamingos this year. 12 chicks have already hatched, and some eggs are still in the nests.

Unesco: Palace and Gardens of Schönbrunn
Tag: Zoo tag
Date: Sept 5

Finja

Finja, daughter of Nora and Ranzo born in Zoo Vienna.
Unesco: Palace and Gardens of Schönbrunn
Many thanks for the extra card Julia!
Date: June 17