The Viennese leisure oases@3Sat

The Viennese leisure oases became favorite spots for the people of Vienna and have remained so to this day. The mix of nature, entertainment, and gastronomy was the magic formula to sustainably attract city dwellers in need of relaxation to places like the Prater or Grinzing.

An oasis on the Danube, the Kritzendorf beach resort. Source: ORF/Red Monster. The second part of the exploration of Vienna’s favorite places shows how these spots developed up until the end of the monarchy and beyond, and what charms still captivate the masses today. Pictured above is an old vintner’s house in Grinzing, a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

A documentary by Stefan Wolner.