Himmelstrasse 80
1190 Vienna
+4314065938
www.himmel.at
Bus 38A at Cobenzl

It’s no coincidence that Am Himmel means “in heaven” in German. A green meadow situated on a plateau in the Vienna Woods high above the city where the skies open wide, this patch of land is as mystical as it is panoramic. The good cafe-restaurant, Oktagon, and well-equipped forest playground make this an excursion spot equally beloved by families, nature-lovers and couples on a romantic outing.

In the middle of this meadow stands the symbolic Lebensbaumkreis, “The tree circle of life” with 40 trees of over 20 different species. Here, a person’s birthday corresponds to a species with which he shares character traits—an arboreal horoscope, if you will—and a loudspeaker in front of every tree will blare out the information. On weekends classical music pieces play from the speakers; listen to the concert from the amphitheater surrounding the tree circle.

The Am Himmel committee brought the project to life in 1997 as a natural monument to Vienna’s forests, and organizes various events during the year like “Bees’ New Year” in September, “Pumpkin Festival” in October and spectacular New Year’s Eve parties. At night, the meadow turns a bit eerie—especially if you unwittingly set off the motion sensor-controlled music.

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Cee - Vienna

Cee
Family Business...Don't You Get It?

Its lovely up there... I can take a tram and 15 minutes later I am outside of Vienna looking down on the city. Great for picnic's, walks or outdoor sex...
Gabriela Benz - Vienna

Gabriela Benz
The art connoisseur as cosmopolitan manager

Enjoy the most beautiful Viennese sunset from a perfect location—don´t forget to bring a bottle of champagne...