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Wiener Neustadt
Urban diversity & a central location
Link between city and countryside, and the starting point for excursions into the mountains of the Vienna Alps: Wiener Neustadt offers short distances to nature paired with urban flair.
In Wiener Neustadt, you have the Hohe Wand from the northwest that meets the rolling hills of the Bucklige Welt in the south. Here, this is the starting point of the Eurovelo 9 - Thermal Cycle Route which leads into the Wechselland. The Schwarzatal Cycle Route takes you through the “Steinfeld” towards Semmering and Rax.
Truly a spectacle to behold
Wiener Neustadt is not only an ideal starting point for cycling tours and hikes. In this city area steeped in tradition, you can enjoy some excellent shopping or watch the hustle and bustle over coffee and cake. Strolling through the town, you will discover sights such as the late Romanesque cathedral or the Reckturm from the 13th century. Another noteworthy attraction is the “Burg in Wiener Neustadt”-castle, today it is the base of the military academy.
City walks & contemporary history
Discover the city centre on historical paths during interesting city walks. During a cultural tour, the highlights of the city can be discovered in passing. In addition to many exciting themed tours, you will also find QR stations in the city that provide historical explanations directly on site.
Shopping in Wiener Neustadt
The historic main square with the Marienmarkt and the pedestrian zone with boutiques and cafés offer shopping fun with a wonderful ambience. If you are looking for a gift, the “Einkaufsgutscheine” or “shopping vouchers” are the best choice – they are also valid for the colourful offer available at the city’s “Marienmarkt”. Practical for strolling in the city centre: the multi-storey car parks in Ungargasse and Stadtpark. The dazzling offers of the modern shopping centres Fischapark and Merkurcity are not only tempting in bad weather. Here, everyone is sure to find what they are looking for.
Bowling, cinemas, cabarets
In addition to gripping history, there is also great entertainment, for example, in the Aqua Nova sports and adventure pool or in the Arena Nova. Bowling alleys and cinemas also round off the offer. In the city’s casemates, there is an extensive cultural programme for young and old. The city is easily accessible via Neustadt’s main railway station. To get around quickly in Wiener Bezirk, rental bikes from nextbike are available.