Schwarzenbergplatz
Square Prominent Vienna square with war memorial and embassy buildings
Schwarzenbergplatz in central Vienna features the Soviet War Memorial and 19th‑century façades; passersby use the square as a route to the Belvedere, government buildings and tram connections.
Schwarzenbergplatz is a major public square in central Vienna named after the Schwarzenberg family. The square is an urban plaza with prominent memorials and formal paving.
Public monuments and memorials set within an open paved square, with traffic routes and pedestrian areas linking to nearby cultural sites. The square is a focal point for passing urban routes and close to the Belvedere and its gardens.
Formed in the 19th century as part of Vienna’s expanding urban fabric, the square acquired commemorative monuments and became a focal point for civic memory and circulation in the city.
Located in central Vienna, the square sits close to the Belvedere complex and serves as a junction between several main roads and cultural attractions.
- Central Vienna square: Contains prominent public memorials and sits adjacent to the Belvedere/Belvederegärten and important road axes in central Vienna.
What to See #
- Monuments and memorials: A large commemorative Soviet war memorial and an older equestrian monument dedicated to Schwarzenberg, both sited on the square.
How to Get to Schwarzenbergplatz #
Schwarzenbergplatz is on Vienna’s Ringstraße near the Belvedere and is in the city centre. The square is served by the Wien Mitte / Landstraße transport hub (U‑bahn U3 and U4) and multiple tram lines; it’s a short walk from the Ring, from the Hauptbahnhof (about 10-20 minutes on foot) or two stops by public transport.
Tips for Visiting Schwarzenbergplatz #
- Visit Schwarzenbergplatz early morning or after dusk to avoid daytime Ringstraße traffic noise and to see the Hochstrahlbrunnen fountain and the Soviet War Memorial in atmospheric light.
- Approach on foot from the nearby Belvedere Museum or the Ring promenade so you can combine the square with the Belvedere and nearby museums rather than treating it as a quick roadside stop.
- Take a moment to examine the Soviet War Memorial's sculptural reliefs and the fountain's engineering - both are historically and artistically significant features that many passersby don't study closely.
Best Time to Visit Schwarzenbergplatz #
Late spring through early autumn offers the best weather for strolling the square and nearby Vienna sites, with summer being the busiest season.
Weather & Climate near Schwarzenbergplatz #
Schwarzenbergplatz's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (593 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (31 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 72 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. The wettest month with 72 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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