Stephansdom

Stephansdom is the heart and soul of Vienna, the way Fountain Square is to Cincinnati, or the River Thames is to London. It is the most recognizable landmark in the city, and the square is the main gathering place. This is where Mozart was married, and where his funeral was held. There's a saying that if you're looking for someone in Vienna, get a coffee and find a table at one of the outdoor cafes in Stephansplatz. Eventually the person you're looking for will walk by. Stephansdom is itself dominated by its one large tower, the Alt Steffl built between 1359 and 1433. Every bit of 450- feet- tall (136.4 meters), this Gothic spire looks down hard on the tourists looking up to the heavens. It seems impossibly large, and if you're foolish enough you can climb up the solid stone spiral staircase to the top. This is not for the weak. It is a claustrophobic experience with no opportunity for rest. There are no refreshments at the top, but the view is spectacular.

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Contact Information

Stephansdom
Stephansplatz
1010 Wien

Tel. +4315137648

http://www.stephansdom.at