Essential Information About Vienna In Winter
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Weather Conditions In Vienna
Vienna has typical European weather conditions, with extremely cold and snowy winters, pleasant spring and autumn, and warm summers. It is partly cloudy most times of the year and the average temperature ranges from -2 degrees to around 25 degrees (celsius).
The months from June to August are the peak season of tourism as they experience summers that are warm but rarely touch the extremes. The winter months of December to February are cold and freezing, and may even witness snowfall. While the remaining months have moderate temperature and are most ideal for a pleasant Vienna tour.
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The months from June to August are the peak season of tourism as they experience summers that are warm but rarely touch the extremes. The winter months of December to February are cold and freezing, and may even witness snowfall. While the remaining months have moderate temperature and are most ideal for a pleasant Vienna tour.
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What To Pack For Vienna Trip
- Clothes- It is recommended to put on simple, casual clothes that are also warm like coats, jackets, pullovers, etc.
- You can accessorise with hats, scarves and gloves to protect from the freezy winters.
- You should also pack other necessary items like chargers, a thermos, jumpers and toiletries.
- Also you should wear a thermal layer all the time when in Vienna in winters.
- Also wear proper winter shoes or boots with warm socks.
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Things To Do In Vienna In Winter
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Ice Skating In Vienna
- Owing to its popularity among the Viennese people, ice-skating is one of the top things to do in Vienna in December.
- Vienna already has an ice-skating fervour in the city, and hundreds of people crowd skating rinks like Erste Bank Arena and the Vienna Ice World.
- However, with the onset of the winter and snowfall, various public areas get transformed into temporary ice-skating rinks.
- Rathausplatz is the most popular one among such rinks and sees many children and adults enjoying their winters here.
- Put on your equipment and simply go for the thrill that comes with ice-skating.
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Try Eisstockschiesen
- Ice Stocking is a very popular sport in countries receiving snow, and involves competitors sliding their ice stock on an icy top. They may compete either for a targeted goal or simply compete for the longest distance.
- Owing to its snowy and freezing winters, ice stocking is one of the most popular things to do in Vienna in winter.
- The Viennese Ice Dream is the most popular place to try Eisstockschießen (ice stock sport). You can also find an amazing arena where you can practise ice stocking either free or for a few bucks.
- The fun increases manifold when you play it with your friends and family members.
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Sledding
- Sledding, also called sledging, is a popular activity famous in countries that receive snow and involves sliding down hilly slopes on runner-less sledges.
- What better place to indulge in sledding than the slopes of Viennese hills and Semmering.
- Also, sledding at Bisamberg and Perchtoldsdorfer Heide is one of the best things to do in Vienna in December.
- Rejoice as you glide down the slopes of Viennese Hills, with a spectacular snow-covered setting in the background.
- To make the most out of your sledding experience, make sure to do it with your family or friends.
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Hit The Christmas Markets
- One of the best things to do in Vienna in winter is to visit the world-famous Viennese Christmas Market.
- The tradition of the Christmas market started in the 13th century, when Albrecht I gave permission to set up a December Market.
- Enjoy shopping a wide range of items like christmas decor, handicrafts, wine bottles, etc- while exploring these markets.
- The Viennese Dream Christmas Market is the most loved Christmas market destination, and provides a stunning winter backdrop. It is marked by immensely beautiful illuminations and has international choirs singing in the background.
- Christmas Village at Belvedere Palace, Maria Theresian Square and the University of Vienna Campus are other loved marketplaces.
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Skiing In The Semmering
- In case you are wondering what to do in Vienna in winter, we recommend you to try skiing down the slopes of Semmering.
- The Semmering Resort near Vienna is known for its spectacular snowy slopes, which are a hit among skiers and sledgers of all ages and experience.
- It also hosts a number of world skiing and sledging events, and is an important social place for the Viennese.
- Visit one of the rental shops in Vienna from where you can rent equipment for snowboarding, tobogganing, skiing and other activities.
- Climb to the top and rejoice as you ski down the spectacular slope of Semmering, with a magnificent snow-covered setting in the background.
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