O’Brien Monument: A Floridsdorf Landmark
Commemorating Viennese valor in the Napoleonic Wars, the O'Brien Monument stands as a historical landmark in Floridsdorf, Austria.
The O’Brien Monument, erected in 1909, commemorates Generalmajor Johann Freiherr von O’Brien and the Austrian soldiers who defended Schwarzlackenau against Napoleon's forces in 1809. Located in Floridsdorf's Aupark, the monument features a striking obelisk topped with a bronze eagle.
A brief summary to O’Brien-Denkmal
- Überfuhrstraße, Vienna, Floridsdorf, 1210, AT
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Combine your visit with a relaxing walk through Aupark, enjoying the green space and peaceful atmosphere surrounding the monument.
- Take a moment to read the inscriptions on the monument to fully appreciate its historical significance and the events it commemorates.
- Check out other nearby attractions in Floridsdorf, such as the Marchfeld Canal or the Donaupark, to make the most of your trip.
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Getting There
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Public Transport
From central Vienna, take the U1 subway line to Leopoldauer Platz. From there, walk for approximately 15 minutes to the O’Brien Monument. Exit the station and walk along Leopoldauer Straße until you reach Überfuhrstraße. Turn onto Überfuhrstraße, and you'll find the monument located in Aupark on your left. A single ticket for public transport within Vienna costs €2.40.
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Taxi/Ride-Share
A taxi or ride-share from central Vienna to the O’Brien Monument will take approximately 20-30 minutes, depending on traffic. The estimated cost is between €25-€35. Direct the driver to Überfuhrstraße 15-17, 1210 Wien. The monument is located in Aupark, across the street from this address.
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Driving
If driving, navigate to Überfuhrstraße, 1210 Wien. Limited street parking is available in the vicinity. Consider using a Park & Ride facility such as Park & Ride Leopoldau (Ernst Kein Gasse/Seyringer Straße) and then taking public transport for the final leg of the journey. Daily parking at Park & Ride Leopoldau costs €4.40, plus €2.40 for a single public transport ticket.
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