Vienna Islamic Centre
Monument Major mosque and Islamic cultural center in Vienna
The Vienna Islamic Centre houses a mosque, prayer halls and cultural facilities in the city. Visitors attend services, lectures or community events and note its 20th-century mosque architecture.
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The Vienna Islamic Centre is an Islamic cultural and religious institution in Vienna, serving as a mosque and community centre for Muslims in the city. It is one of the main established Islamic centres in Austria and includes prayer space and facilities for religious and cultural events.
The centre provides regular prayer services and community activities and is used both for worship and as a local organizational hub. Architecturally it includes a main prayer hall designed to serve congregational needs and ancillary spaces for meetings and education.
The centre was built in the late 1970s and has since been an established focal point for Vienna’s Muslim communities, hosting religious observances and cultural programming. It has also been involved in interfaith and civic engagement within the city.
It is located within Vienna and is reachable by the city’s public transport network, serving residents and visitors in the metropolitan area.
- Establishment: Completed and opened in the late 1970s, the centre functions as one of Vienna's principal Islamic cultural and religious institutions, with a mosque and community facilities.
How to Get to Vienna Islamic Centre #
Located in Vienna’s 22nd district; take the U2 metro to Donaumarina or the regional buses that serve the district. From central Vienna (Schottentor) expect a 25-35 minute public-transport journey.
Tips for Visiting Vienna Islamic Centre #
- Check the flyers on the noticeboard for community events; the centre hosts language classes and interfaith dialogues.
- Respect the prayer times - non-Muslim visitors should avoid visiting during Jum'ah (Friday prayer) unless invited.
- Photograph the exterior architecture but ask permission before photographing worshippers.
Best Time to Visit Vienna Islamic Centre #
Best visited outside of major prayer times; check the Islamic Centre's calendar for festivals and exhibitions.
Weather & Climate near Vienna Islamic Centre #
Vienna Islamic Centre's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -3°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (561 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (30 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 (33 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 (38 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 (45 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 (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) 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 69 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 (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (47 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 (36 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 (44 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 (35 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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