Viennese Jugendstil

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Explore Vienna through the lens of its architectural treasures with Falter's CITYwalk guide, "Viennese Jugendstil." This guide offers a unique sightseeing experience, eliminating the need for extensive searches in city maps or guides. It provides concise, informative passages on Viennese architecture from around 1900, encouraging readers to engage in leisurely walks to truly appreciate their surroundings. The guide features four routes that highlight the key attractions of the Viennese fin de siècle, including the Secession, Otto Wagner's city railway stations, Adolf Loos's bars and shops, and Josef Hoffmann's villas. Each route is thoughtfully organized, combining architectural details, map excerpts, and walk descriptions, while also suggesting diversions for a richer experience. Readers can choose to focus on the highlighted objects or explore the entire route at their own pace. The guide also points out buildings and institutions not directly tied to the fin de siècle, offering further insights into the city. Red symbols throughout indicate a variety of cultural and culinary stops, providing ample opportunities to relax, shop, dine, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of Vienna.