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Hetzendorf Palace: A Baroque Jewel with a Fashionable Twist
Discover Hetzendorf Palace in Vienna, a Baroque palace blending imperial history with contemporary fashion in the charming Meidling district.
Hetzendorf Palace, located in Vienna's Meidling district, is a Baroque palace with a rich history, originally built as a hunting lodge in 1694. It was transformed into a grand palace by Empress Maria Theresa in 1743. Today, it uniquely houses the Hetzendorf Fashion School, Austria's only school of its kind, blending imperial history with contemporary design.
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A brief summary to Hetzendorf Palace
Opening times, essentials, and a few local tips gathered into one calmer, easier-to-scan planning section.
Plan your visit
Monday
7:30 am-3:30 pm
Tuesday
7:30 am-3:30 pm
Wednesday
7:30 am-3:30 pm
Thursday
7:30 am-3:30 pm
Friday
7:30 am-3:30 pm
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Getting There
Public Transport
To reach Hetzendorf Palace via public transport, take the U6 subway line to Meidling Hauptstraße station. From there, transfer to tram line 62 towards Hetzendorf. Get off at the 'Schloss Hetzendorf' stop, which is directly in front of the palace. A single ticket for public transport in Vienna costs €2.40 and is valid for a one-way trip, including transfers. Alternatively, take the S-Bahn (S1, S2, or S3) to Wien Hetzendorf station. From the station, walk along Hetzendorfer Straße for about 8 minutes to reach the palace.
Taxi/Ride-Share
A taxi or ride-sharing service from Wien Meidling station to Hetzendorf Palace will cost approximately €8-€12. The basic fee for taxis in Vienna is 3.80 euros, the first 4 kilometers cost 1.42 euros, the next 5 kilometers 1.08 euros and each additional kilometer 1.05 euros. It is customary to tip your Vienna taxi driver around 10% of the final fare.
Walking
If you are already near the Hetzendorf area, you can walk to the palace. From the Hetzendorf tram stop, head northeast on Hetzendorfer Strasse until you reach Hetzendorfer Str. 79. The walk should take around 5 minutes.
Local tips
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Check the Fashion School's website for occasional fashion shows or exhibitions for a peek inside the palace.
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Visit the nearby Hetzendorf Parish Church to admire its architecture and learn about its local significance.
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Combine your visit with a trip to Schönbrunn Palace, easily accessible by public transport, for a full day of imperial sightseeing.
Discover more about Hetzendorf Palace
Hetzendorf Palace, a Baroque masterpiece in Vienna's Meidling district, offers a glimpse into Austria's imperial past. Originally constructed as a hunting lodge in 1694 for Count of Thun by Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach, it was strategically located to provide access to Schönbrunn Palace.
In the early 18th century, architects Lukas von Hildebrandt, Anton Ospel, and Antonio Beduzzi transformed it into a grand Gartenpalais, hosting lavish balls and receptions for Vienna's aristocracy. Empress Maria Theresa acquired the palace in 1743 and commissioned Nicolò Pacassi to enlarge it, adding two wings and a chapel. It served as the residence for Maria Theresa's mother, Empress Elisabeth Christine. The palace played a role in the lives of the Habsburgs, with Maria Carolina of Austria and Archduchess Maria Anna residing here. In 1914, Empress Zita gave birth to Archduchess Adelheid at Hetzendorf.
Since 1946, Hetzendorf Palace has been home to the Hetzendorf Fashion School, creating a blend of historical grandeur and contemporary design. Although the interiors are generally not accessible, the exterior and chapel offer a glimpse into its past. The palace chapel is dedicated to Emperor Karl I and houses a relic of the Emperor. While major tourist attractions are not immediately adjacent, Schönbrunn Palace is nearby.
A brief summary to Hetzendorf Palace
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