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Hundertwasser House: Vienna's Whimsical Oasis

Explore Vienna's vibrant Hundertwasser House: a whimsical apartment building with colorful facades and a unique architectural style.

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The Hundertwasser House is a vibrant apartment building in Vienna designed by Friedensreich Hundertwasser, known for its colorful facade, irregular shapes, and integration of nature. It's a 'must-see' for those seeking a break from Vienna's traditional architecture.

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Local tips

  • Visit the Hundertwasser Village, located opposite the Hundertwasser House, to explore unique shops and cafes in Hundertwasser's distinctive style.
  • Explore the Kunst Haus Wien, a short walk from the Hundertwasser House, to view a comprehensive collection of Hundertwasser's artworks.
  • Take tram line 1 to the Hetzgasse stop for convenient access to the Hundertwasser House.
  • Remember to bring your camera to capture the Hundertwasser House's unique architecture and vibrant colors.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From Wien Mitte-Landstraße station (U3 and U4 lines), walk approximately 10 minutes. Exit the station towards Landstrasser Hauptstrasse, turn left, and walk to Seidlgasse, the third street on the left. Turn right onto Kegelgasse; the Hundertwasser House will be on your right. A single Vienna public transport ticket costs €2.40.

  • Tram

    Take tram line 1 to the Hetzgasse stop, which is a short walk from the Hundertwasser House. From Schwedenplatz station (U1 and U4 lines), transfer to tram line 1 towards Prater Hauptallee and exit at Hetzgasse. Walk in the same direction as the tram for about 2 minutes. A single Vienna public transport ticket costs €2.40.

  • Taxi/Ride-Share

    From the city center (e.g., St. Stephen's Cathedral), a taxi or ride-sharing service to Hundertwasser House will take approximately 10-15 minutes, depending on traffic. Expect to pay around €12-€18. Note that there are short-term parking zones in the area.

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The Hundertwasser House, located in Vienna's Landstraße district, stands as a testament to architect Friedensreich Hundertwasser's vision of architecture in harmony with nature. Completed in 1985, the building breaks away from architectural norms with its colorful, puzzle-like facade, undulating floors, and over 200 trees and shrubs growing from its balconies and roof terraces. Hundertwasser, whose birth name was Friedrich Stowasser, was a painter, sculptor, and architect known for his fervent environmentalism. He believed that there are no straight lines in nature, a philosophy reflected in the building's design. Working with architects Josef Krawina and Peter Pelikan, Hundertwasser created a building where tenants have the right to decorate the facade around their windows to their own taste, contributing to the building's unique character. While the apartments themselves are not open to the public as they are private residences, visitors can admire the building's exterior. Opposite the Hundertwasser House is the Hundertwasser Village, a shopping center created by Hundertwasser in the style of a 'romantic, narrow, oriental bazaar'. A short walk away is the Kunst Haus Wien, another Hundertwasser-designed building that houses a museum dedicated to his work.

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