Timeline
10:00
Start with a glass of local wine at Heuriger Hirt. The terrace offers sweeping views of the Danube and the vineyards that surround this steep hillside spot. It is a perfect, relaxed way to begin the afternoon.
11:00
Walk up to Kahlenberg. The hill provides a high vantage point over the Viennese vineyards and down the Danube. On clear days, you can see the historic center of Vienna, including the cathedral. Take your time to find a quiet spot on the trails.
12:00
Return to Heuriger Hirt for a late lunch or a second drink. The atmosphere is steeped in tradition, hidden among the vines, making it an ideal place to rest your legs and enjoy the final moments of light.
Local tip
The Heuriger Hirt is located in a steep section of the Leopoldsberg hill. Wear comfortable shoes for the walk between the wine house and the Kahlenberg viewpoint.
Check before you go
- Heuriger Hirt is open from 12:00 to 23:00 on Saturdays and Sundays, and from 15:00 to 23:00 on Wednesdays through Fridays between April and October.
- Check the bus route 38A for access to Kahlenberg.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Vienna (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).