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Giebelstatuen des Lazanskyhauses: Baroque Guardians of Esterházypark

Baroque stone figures from the Lazansky House, now guarding the entrance to Esterházypark in Vienna's Mariahilf district.

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The Giebelstatuen des Lazanskyhauses are four baroque stone figures that stand at the entrance to Esterházypark in Vienna's Mariahilf district. Salvaged from the demolished Lazansky House, these statues offer a glimpse into Vienna's architectural past.

A brief summary to Giebelstatuen des Lazanskyhauses

  • Figuren am Eingang zum Esterházypark, Gumpendorfer Str., Vienna, Mariahilf, 1060, AT

Local tips

  • Take a stroll through Esterházypark after viewing the statues. The park offers a peaceful retreat in the middle of the city.
  • Visit the Haus des Meeres, a unique aquarium housed in a former flak tower, located within Esterházypark.
  • Explore the nearby Kettenbruckengasse Flea Market on Saturdays for vintage finds and local crafts.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    Esterházypark is easily accessible via Vienna's public transport system. Take the U3 subway line to the Neubaugasse station, which is a short walk from the park. Alternatively, several bus lines (13A, 14A, 57A) stop directly at the Haus des Meeres station, right next to the park. A single ticket for Vienna's public transport costs €2.40 and is valid for one journey, even with changes.

  • Walking

    From Mariahilfer Straße, Vienna's main shopping street, walk south towards the Haus des Meeres. The park is located directly behind the building. From the MuseumsQuartier, walk along Museumstraße and turn right onto Mariahilfer Straße, then follow the directions above. The walk is approximately 15-20 minutes. No costs involved.

  • Taxi

    Taxis are readily available in Vienna. A short taxi ride within the city typically costs between €10 and €20. You can order a taxi by phone or app, go to a taxi stand, or flag one down on the street. Keep in mind that ordering a taxi by phone may incur an extra fee of €2.80.

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The Giebelstatuen des Lazanskyhauses are four striking baroque stone figures that grace the entrance to Esterházypark on Gumpendorfer Straße in Vienna's Mariahilf district. These statues are relics of a bygone era, salvaged from the demolished Lazansky House (Lažanskýhaus) that once stood prominently at Stock-im-Eisen-Platz near Stephansplatz in the Innere Stadt (1st district). The Lazansky House, originally owned in the early 16th century by Niklas Cuspinian, underwent several transformations before becoming the corner building it was in the early 19th century. By the mid-18th century, it was known as "Zum goldenen Männlein". In 1864, Countess Lažanský became the sole owner. Her son, Leopold Graf Lažanský, inherited the house and later dedicated its proceeds to founding a Czech school. The Lazansky House was auctioned off in April 1893 and demolished in 1896. The demolition of the Lazansky House and subsequent redesign of Stephansplatz allowed for an unobstructed view of St. Stephen's Cathedral from Stock-im-Eisen-Platz. The four stone figures were moved to their current location at the main entrance of Esterházypark in 1886, preserving a piece of the building's artistic heritage. Esterházypark itself is a historically significant park in Mariahilf, named after the Hungarian aristocratic Esterházy family who owned the Palais Kaunitz in the area from 1814 to 1868.

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