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Donauinsel

Danube Island

This island was built for flood protection and separates the artificial Neue Donau (New Danube) canal from the Donau (Danube). It offers many opportunities for outdoor activities, including canoeing, waterskiing, cycling, and swimming. There are a number of free beaches on the northern and southern ends of the island, and toward the center are a number of restaurants, bars, and nightclubs.

Address: Donaustadt
Getting there: access via U1 Donauinsel, U2 Donaustadtbrücke, U6 Neue Donau or tramway 31

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