Column of Pest, Vienna Travel Guide

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Column of Pest

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A Baroque masterpiece in Vienna's heart, commemorating the end of the plague and the city's enduring spirit on the famous Graben street.

The Column of Pest, also known as the Trinity Column, is a prominent Baroque monument located on the Graben in Vienna's Innere Stadt. Erected after the Great Plague epidemic of 1679, it stands as a symbol of the city's resilience and faith. The column commemorates the victims of the plague and celebrates Vienna's survival through adversity.

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Graben 28, 1010 Wien
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Walking

The Column of Pest is located on the Graben, a pedestrian zone in Vienna's Innere Stadt. From St. Stephen's Cathedral (Stephansdom), walk west along the Graben. The column is situated in the middle of the street, approximately 250 meters from Stephansplatz. Admission is free.

Public Transport

The closest subway station is Stephansplatz, served by lines U1 and U3. From the Stephansplatz station, take the Graben exit. The Column of Pest is a short walk from the station. Several bus lines also stop near the Graben, including 1A, 2A, 59A, and 74A. Alight at the Graben/Petersplatz or Herrengasse stops. A single Vienna public transport ticket costs €2.40.

Taxi

Taxis are readily available throughout Vienna. A short taxi ride within the city center typically costs between €10 and €20, depending on the distance and traffic. Taxi fares consist of a basic charge (€3.80-€4.30), a per-kilometer charge (€0.95-€1.42 for the first 4km), and a waiting time charge (€27.80-€40.20 per hour). Ask the driver to take you to Graben 28. Note that the Graben is a pedestrian zone, so you may have to walk a short distance from where the taxi drops you off.

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The Column of Pest, or Pestsäule, is one of Vienna's most striking Baroque monuments, gracing the Graben, a famous pedestrian street in the heart of the city. Also known as the Trinity Column (Dreifaltigkeitssäule), this elaborate structure was commissioned by Emperor Leopold I as an expression of gratitude after the Great Plague of Vienna subsided in 1679. The plague claimed the lives of tens of thousands of Viennese citizens.Fleeing the city during the epidemic, Emperor Leopold I vowed to erect a mercy column if the plague ended. A provisional wooden column was quickly erected in 1679. The current column was inaugurated in 1694, showcasing intricate details and rich symbolism. The design transitioned from a conservative memorial to a High Baroque scene, narrating a story in a theatrical form. The monument features swirling clouds, angels, and saints, crowned by a golden Holy Trinity. A relief at the base depicts Leopold I kneeling in prayer.The column's complex iconography conveys that the plague and the Ottoman's Second Siege of Vienna in 1683 were punishments for sin, averted by Emperor Leopold I's piety. The monument served as a model for other plague columns erected across Habsburg-ruled lands. Today, the Pestsäule remains a central meeting point and a testament to Vienna's history, art, and vibrant atmosphere.

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