Vienna in spring is the most beautiful city imaginable. There is so much green everywhere especially in all the parks. The sun was out and the temperatures up, it was time to go for a walk. Sunday is a popular day for walks in the park, so we were not alone at the Türkenschanzpark. Lots of parents with toddlers or elderly people strolling leisurely through the park, but on this Sunday we were lucky enough to listen to some music and get up the Paulinenwarte.
Paulinenwarte @Vienna
The Paulinenwarte is a former reservoir from the end of the 19th century and its style fits with the villas around the park. Emperor Franz Joseph I. even showed up for the opening. Nowadays the Paulinenwarte serves as a observation tower, although there is not much to see in summer. The leaves of the trees around hide much of the surrounding area.
looking down @Paulinenwarte
not much of a view @Paulinenwarte
Despite the lack of view it’s still exciting to head up the tower. Especially since it only opens one weekend per month from April to October and then only in good weather.
The concert happening on the backside of the Paulinenwarte was part of the Wiener Jazzfrühling. People certainly enjoyed the event, the weather invited everyone to settle on the lawn and just listen.
jazz band @Paulinenwarte
captivated audience @Wiener Jazzfrühling
All of that happened while we were just strolling through the park, evading children on scooters, and overall had a good time. There is loads to see in the Türkenschanzpark on the weekend, when the Viennese are out en masse, and it’s one of the things you can do for free in Vienna. Yours, Pollybert
strolling through the park @Türkenschanzpark
perfect tree to climb @Türkenschanzpark
