WINA - Jewish Vienna City Guide

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JEWISH VIENNA CITY GUIDE
MUSEUMS · SYNAGOGUES · MEMORIALS · MONUMENTS · MIKVAHS · KOSHER FOOD

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Jewish Museum Vienna
Simon Wiesenthal
Berta Zuckerkandl
Arik Brauer
Viktor Frankl
Sigmund Freud
Ludwig Wittgenstein
Arnold Schönberg
Documention Center
Epstein Family
Ariel Muzicant
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Jewish Community
Surprising Facts
City Map
Great Synagogue
Synagogues & Mikvahs
Dvora Barzilai
Monuments
Memorials
Wilhelm Stiassny
Wilhelm Fraenkel
Kosher Food & Drinks
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I M P R I N T
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Editor's Note
Welcome to the 2025 edition of
WINA – Jewish Vienna City Guide.
This guide is your companion for discovering the rich and
multifaceted Jewish heritage of Vienna – a city where Jewish life
has shaped art, science, and society for centuries.
From the medieval Judenplatz to contemporary synagogues,
museums, and memorials, this publication invites you to
explore places of memory, resilience, and renewal. It offers
curated walking routes, insights into historic neighborhoods,
and portraits of individuals who helped shape Vienna – and
often, the world.
Vienna remains the heart of Jewish life in Austria. A notable
feature is the symbolic eruv, which encircles parts of the inner
city and enables observant Jews to carry items in public on
Shabbat. Learn more at www.eruv.at.
You’ll also find entries on influential figures such as Viktor Frankl
and Sigmund Freud, among many others whose legacies
continue to resonate far beyond Vienna.
Whether you’re a visitor, a resident, or a curious mind, we hope
this guide deepens your connection to the Jewish past and
present of this remarkable city – and inspires you to explore it
with open eyes and heart.
Warm regards,
Zahavit & George Avi Nicola
Editors, WINA – Jewish Vienna City Guide
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Partnership
JEWISH MUSEUM VIENNA
The Jewish Museum Vienna offers a deep dive
into the rich history and culture of Jewish life
in Vienna. Located in the heart of the city, the
museum features a vast collection of artifacts,
art, and historical documents that chronicle
the Jewish community's contributions and
experiences. Through engaging exhibitions,
visitors can explore Jewish traditions, the
impact of the Holocaust, and the vibrant
resurgence of Jewish life in Vienna today. The
Jewish Museum Vienna is a testament to the
enduring legacy and resilience of the Jewish
people in Austria.
#jewishmuseumvienna
MUSEUM DOROTHEERGASSE
1., Dorotheergasse 11
Sun-Fri: 10am-6pm
MUSEUM JUDENPLATZ
1., Judenplatz 8
Sun-Thu: 10am - 6pm
Fri: 10am - 5pm summertime
10am - 2pm wintertime
+43-1-5350431
www.jmw.at
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Partnership
Whether in Tel
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enjoying life is a
natural human
instinct. For the
past four years,
Makom has created
a lively space in a historic building
with high ceilings, red brick walls,
unique tiles, and fig trees at Schottenfeldgasse
18 in Vienna's 7th district.
Makom focuses on fresh, healthy ingredients,
allowing guests to indulge
with a clear conscience. The menu includes
classic Israeli dishes like Hamshuka,
Shakshuka, Hummus, and
Falafel, alongside modern interpretations
like oven-roasted cauliflower on
Baba Ganoush and grilled eggplant
with spiced tomato
concassé,
feta, Zhug and
pine nuts.
Makom is located
at the corner of Schottenfeldgasse/Apollogasse
in the 7th
district, near Mariahilferstraße and
Westbahnhof, close to U3, U6, and
tram lines 5, 6, 9, and 18.
7., Schottenfeldgasse 18
www.makom.wien
Mon-Thu: 11:30 am - 10pm
Fri: 11:30 am - 11 pm
Sat: 9 am - 11 pm
Sun: 9 am - 10 pm
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Fotos © wikipedia
S I M O N
W I E S E N T H A L
Vienna’s connection to Jewish
history is personified in Simon
Wiesenthal, a Holocaust survivor
and tireless Nazi hunter. Born in
1908 in what is now Ukraine, he
survived multiple concentration
camps. After the war, he devoted
his life to documenting Nazi
crimes and bringing perpetrators
to justice—turning memory into
moral action.
WIESENTHAL
MUSEUM & INSTITUTE
Located on Rabensteig, the Wiesenthal
Museum and the Vienna
Wiesenthal Institute focus on
Holocaust memory, justice, and
research. They serve as lasting reminders
of the need to confront
antisemitism and defend human
rights.
1., Rabensteig 3
www.vwi.ac.at
BERTA (1864–1945)
ZUCKERKANDL
Born in Vienna in 1864, Berta
Zuckerkandl was a prominent
journalist, art critic, and
salonnière of Viennese Modernism.
Her salon, active
from around 1890 to 1938—
first in Döbling, then at Palais
Lieben-Auspitz—hosted
figures like Klimt, Mahler,
Schnitzler, and Reinhardt. A
passionate supporter of the
Secession, the Wiener Werkstätte,
the Salzburg Festival,
and women’s suffrage, she
played a key role in shaping
Austria’s cultural identity. After
the 1938 Anschluss, she
fled via Paris to Algiers and
contributed to Allied radio
broadcasts. Gravely ill, she
returned to Paris in 1945 and
died shortly after. Today, a
memorial plaque near the
Ringstrasse and a street in
Vienna’s 9th district bear her
name.
STRONG JEWISH WOMEN
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Arik
Brauer
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© Wikipedia
orn in 1929 to a Jewish family
in Vienna, Arik Brauer was
a painter, singer, poet, and
architect who left a profound
mark on postwar Austrian culture.
A Holocaust survivor, he
studied at the Academy of Fine
Arts and became a co-founder
of the Vienna School of Fantastic
Realism. His works combine
surrealism with Jewish memory,
reflecting themes of trauma, resistance,
and renewal. Brauer’s
multifaceted art—rooted in personal
loss and cultural heritage—
helped shape Vienna’s artistic
identity and remains a powerful
expression of Jewish resilience.
ARIK BRAUER HAUS
On Gumpendorfer Straße, the
Arik Brauer Haus reflects his artistic
vision. Built with architect
Peter Pelikan in the 1990s, it features
colorful mosaics and playful
details, blending art with everyday
life.
6., Gumpendorfer Str. 134-138
VILLA ARIK BRAUER
To explore his life and work, visit
the Villa Arik Brauer. The museum
in his former home shows his art
and Jewish roots.
18., Colloredogasse 30
www.arikbrauer.at
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Viktor E. Frankl (1905–1997) was
born and raised in Vienna, where
he studied medicine and philosophy
and remained deeply rooted
throughout his life. As a Jewish
Viennese psychiatrist, Frankl
lived through the rise of Nazism,
survived multiple concentration
camps, and returned to the city
after the war to continue his work.
VIKTOR
Frankl
Drawing from both his scientific
background and personal faith,
Frankl developed logotherapy,
a school of thought that emphasizes
meaning as a central human
motivation. His belief in spiritual
resilience and personal responsibility
emerged from the unique intersection
of Viennese intellectual
tradition and Jewish heritage.
© Viktor Frankl Zentrum
Frankl’s ideas, shaped in and by
Vienna, became a global voice of
hope and dignity in the face of suffering.
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Experience Meaning at the World’s
First Viktor Frankl Museum
Partnership
Your Personal Journey
Toward Finding Purpose
The question of life’s meaning
is closely linked to Viennese
neurologist and philosopher
Viktor E. Frankl (1905–1997)
and his international bestseller
Man’s Search for Meaning.
At the world’s first museum
dedicated to meaning and existential
questions, embark on an
interactive journey inspired by
Frankl’s life and ideas – and discover
what gives your own life
meaning.
The Viktor Frankl Museum Vienna
brings Frankl’s uplifting
and deeply human philosophy
– known as Logotherapy and Existential
Analysis – to life through
immersive sensory installations.
Touch, see, and hear your way
through personal questions and
life themes that still resonate today.
“The Viktor Frankl Museum is
not a traditional museum. It’s
a series of experiential rooms
that let visitors connect with
Frankl’s personality and actively
explore his therapeutic
ideas.” - ORF Zeit im Bild
The museum was created by
the Viktor Frankl Center Vienna,
dedicated to preserving and
sharing Frankl’s legacy.
VIKTOR FRANKL
MUSEUM VIENNA
9., Mariannengasse 1/15
Mo, Fri & Sat: 1–6 PM
franklzentrum.org
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Anzeige
THE PLACE WHERE FREUD
CHANGED THE WORLD
© Foto Max Halberstadt
Sigmund
FREUD
Vienna, a city shaped by Jewish
intellectuals, owes much to
Sigmund Freud, the father of
psychoanalysis. His groundbreaking
theories on the unconscious,
dream interpretation,
and personality have profoundly
influenced psychology and beyond.
SIGMUND FREUD MUSEUM
Visit Berggasse 19, learn more
about Sigmund Freud and take
in the atmosphere of the place
where he changed the world!
9., Berggasse 19
www.freud-museum.at
© Foto Hertha Hurnaus
Today, the place where he developed
psychoanalysis and lived for
half a century is not merely a place
of pilgrimage but a vibrant museum
in the heart of Vienna.
A permanent collection shows a
sample of Freud’s belongings and
original furniture in addition to offering
information on his life and
work, an Augmented Reality installation,
and changing exhibitions on
art and history.
In autumn 2025, a special exhibition
called “Documents of Injustice.
The Case of Freud” will focus on
the expulsion and robbing of Freud
and his family and the murder of his
sisters, presenting previously unknown
facts and documents.
WIEN IX - BERGGASSE 19
Partnership
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© wikipedia
LUDWIG
Wittgenstein
Born in 1889 to a wealthy Jewish
family in Vienna, Ludwig Wittgenstein
became one of the
most influential philosophers of
the 20th century. His works – especially
the Tractatus and Philosophical
Investigations – transformed
thinking on logic and
language. Despite his privileged
background, he faced intense
inner conflicts, including a complex
view of his Jewish roots.
WITTGENSTEIN HOUSE
This house in Vienna’s 3rd district
reflects Wittgenstein’s strict aesthetic.
Designed with architect
Paul Engelmann and completed
in 1928, it expresses his minimalist,
almost philosophical approach
to architecture.
3., Parkgasse 18
www.haus-wittgenstein.at
Partnership
IMPERIAL
BUTTERFLYHOUSE
בית הפרפרים:‏
גן עדן בוינה
UNIQUE
"Flying Theatre"
RIGHT IN THE CENTRE
OF VIENNA.
Just 200m from the opera.
1., Burggarten, Palmenhaus
Mon-Sun & hols: 10am-4pm
last admission:
15 min. before closing
+43-1-5338570
www.schmetterlinghaus.at
linktr.ee/schmetterlinghaushofburg
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Arnold
Schönberg
© Arnold Schönberg Center
Born in 1874, Arnold Schönberg
was a groundbreaking composer
who founded the Second Viennese
School and developed
the twelve-tone technique, reshaping
20th-century music. His
Jewish heritage, forced emigration
to the U.S. under Nazism,
and search for identity left a lasting
mark on his work and legacy.
Vienna’s musical history is inseparable
from his influence.
The Arnold Schönberg Center
preserves his legacy through an
extensive archive of manuscripts,
letters, and personal items – offering
deep insight into his life
and musical impact.
3., Schwarzenbergplatz 6
www.schoenberg.at
DOCUMENTATION
CENTRE
O F A U S T R I A N
R E S I S T A N C E
Founded in 1963, the DÖW preserves
the memory of Austria’s
resistance to Nazism, the Holocaust,
and ongoing efforts
against antisemitism and rightwing
extremism. Located on
Wipplingerstraße, it maintains
extensive archives including
letters, manuscripts, personal
items, and historical photographs.
The center documents
the persecution and resilience
of Jewish Austrians and presents
permanent and temporary exhibitions
on the Nazi era and its
aftermath.
1., Wipplingerstr. 6-8
www.doew.at
MISSION AND SIGNIFICANCE
As both a research institute
and a place of education, the
DÖW plays a vital role in preserving
historical truth. Through
exhibitions, publications, and
outreach, it raises awareness of
totalitarianism, promotes democratic
values, and counters
modern forms of antisemitism. It
stands as a reminder that history
must not be forgotten – and must
never be repeated.
© DÖW, Wienwoche
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© Wikipedia Andreas Faessler
PALAIS
© Thomas Ledl wikipedia
THE EPSTEIN FAMILY
Vienna’s cultural and architectural
landscape was shaped in
part by the Jewish Epstein family,
originally from Bohemia. In the
19th century, Gustav Ritter von
Epstein rose to prominence as a
banker and industrialist. The family’s
commitment to civic life and
the arts reflected both success
and responsibility within Jewish
Vienna.
Ariel
Muzicant
© SAM
Epstein Jewish Vienna
has been
shaped by
figures like
Ariel Muzicant.
Born in
1952 in Haifa
and raised in Vienna,
he became a key leader
of the Jewish community. As
president of the IKG from 1998
to 2012, he promoted Jewish
life and memory—especially
through the SAM Collection. He
now serves as president of the
European Jewish Congress.
© SAM Sammlung Ariel Muzicant
Palais Epstein
Located on the Ringstrasse, Palais
Epstein is a lasting symbol of
the family’s legacy. Designed by
Theophil von Hansen and built
between 1868 and 1871, the palace
combines neo-Renaissance
and classical elements.
1., Dr.-Karl-Renner-Ring 1
www.palaisepstein.at
THE SAM COLLECTION
The SAM (Sammlung Ariel Muzicant)
Collection on Salvatorgasse
reflects his dedication to
Jewish heritage. It features ritual
objects, documents, and artworks
that offer insight into Jewish
culture and tradition.
1., Salvatorgasse 10
www.sam-wien.at
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Com
munity
Jewish Community Vienna
1., Seitenstettengasse 4
Tel. +43153104
www.ikg-wien.at
Jewish Welcome Service
1., Judenplatz 8/8
www.jewish-welcome.at
Jewish Info Point
1., Seitenstettengasse 4
www.jewishinfopoint.at
E M B A S S Y
Embassy of Israel
18., Anton-Frank-Gasse 20
Tel. +43147646
www.embassies.gov.il/vienna
Ambassador:
David Roet
E S R A
OUTPATIENT DEPARTMENT
ESRA offers medical, psychiatric,
psychological, and care services
for people of all ages and backgrounds.
Its support is open to
everyone, including those who
are not members of the Jewish
Community (IKG). Services are also
fully available to individuals without
health insurance.
2., Tempelgasse 5
Tel. +4312149014
www.esra.at
CEMETERIES
ZENTRALFRIEDHOF GATE IV
Cemetery office
11., Simmeringer Hauptstraße 246
Tel. +4317676252
Sun-Thu: 8:00–16:00, Fri: 8:00–14:00
ZENTRALFRIEDHOF – GATE I
(OLD JEWISH CEMETERY)
11., Simmeringer Hauptstraße 230B
CEMETERY ROSSAU
9., Seegasse 9, Access via Rossau Retirement
Home – Entry at Seegasse 11
Mon–Fri: 8:00–15:00
WÄHRINGER CEMETERY
18., Schrottenbachgasse 3
Visits only with guided tour – register at:
Tel. +43153104231
CEMETERY DÖBLING
19., Hartäckerstraße 65
Public access
CEMETERY FLORIDSDORF
21., Ruthnergasse 24–26
Registration required: +43153104231
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Discover Jewish Vienna
9 surprising facts
1. Before 1938, around
170,000 Jewish people lived
in Vienna. That made up
about 9% of the population,
making Vienna one of the
largest Jewish centers in Europe.
2. Today, Vienna is home to
Austria’s largest Jewish community.
Around 12,000 Jews live in
the city, with 8,000 of them
affiliated with the official Jewish
Community (IKG).
3. The Shoah Wall of Names
lists over 64,000 Austrian
Holocaust victims.
160 granite slabs at Ostarrichipark
commemorate
64,440 murdered Jewish
men, women and children by
name.
4. Vienna’s Jewish Museum,
founded in 1895, was the first
of its kind in the world.
It was the world’s first museum
dedicated to Jewish history
and culture.
5. A medieval mikveh lies
beneath Judenplatz. This
15th-century ritual bath is
one of the oldest Jewish sites
in the city and part of the museum
exhibition.
6. There are more than 20 active
synagogues and prayer
spaces in Vienna today.
They represent a wide range
of Jewish traditions, from liberal
to ultra-Orthodox.
7. Servitengasse is a living
memorial to the events of
1938. Local pupils and residents
create plaques in honor
of Jewish neighbors who
were forced to flee or were
deported.
8. The Jewish cemetery in
Seegasse is Vienna’s oldest
preserved burial ground.
Established in the 16th century
and closed in 1783, it
contains over 370 restored
gravestones.
9. A symbolic boundary
called an eruv surrounds
parts of central Vienna.
It allows observant Jews to
carry or push strollers during
Shabbat – an essential part of
everyday life.
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MUSEUMS & PLACES OF INTEREST
Taborstr.
Vorgartenstr.
Schweidlgasse
Leystr.
Rudolf-Bednar-
Park
Krakauer Str.
Jakov-Lind-Str
An den
Kohlenrutschen
Jakov-Lind-Str.
Am Tabor
Ernst-Melchior-
Gasse
Gasse
Walcherstr.
Bruno-Marek-Allee
Leopold-Moses-
Joseph-Roth-
Gasse
Arne
Venediger Au
Lassallestr.
Venediger-
Au-Park
Wien Praterstern
Madame Tussaud
Praterstern
Riesenrad
Prater
Kaiserwiese
Planetarium
Hele
Franz
Franziska-
Löw-Park
Nordbahnstr.
Praterstern
Praterstr.
Mayergasse
Innstr
Wallensteinst
Greis
adestr. 4
elgasse
Rebhanngasse
Bäuerlegasse
Kunzg.
Nordwestbahnstr.
Rauscherstr.
Karajangasse
Lunch King
Petraschgasse
Familienbad
Augarten
Alliiertenstr.
Lampigasse
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llensteinstr.
Rabbiner-Schneerson-Platz
Wasnergasse
Nordbahnstr.
Taborstr.
Nordwestbahnstr.
Flakturm
Augarten
Am Tabor
Malka
Scherzergasse
Obere
Donaustr.
Rueppgasse
Lessinggasse
Yudale
Volkertstr.
Volkertplatz
Obere Augartenstr.
Fugbachgasse
Springergasse
Darwingasse
Vereinsgasse
Augartenpalais
Klanggasse
Taborstr.
Wettsteinpark
Mühlfeldgasse
Rueppgasse
Sky
Apartments
Pazma.g.
Heinestr.
Josefineng.
Haasgasse
Piller.g.
Vereinsg.
Hager
Milano
Muth
LaMehadrin Shefa Markt
Prego
Taborstraße
Große Stadtgutgasse
Castellezgasse
Ob. Augartenstr.
Miesbachg.
Adamber.g.
Nestroyg.
Rembrandtstr.
Heinestr.
Kl. Pfarrgasse
Aloisgasse
St. Leopold
Blumauergasse
Gr. Pfarrgasse
Leopoldsgasse
Malzgasse
Novaragasse
Schreygasse
Untere Augartenstr.
Obere Donaustr.
Lände
Schiffamtsgasse
Rustico
Afrikanergasse
Haidgasse
Kriminalmuseum
Ernst-R.G.
Bundesamt f.
Eich- u. Vermessungsw.
hrengasse
Rotensterngasse
Franz-Hochedlinger-Gasse
Augartenbrücke
Wilhelm-
Kienzl-Park
Brücke
Rossauer
e
eintraubeng.
Odeongasse
Glockengasse
Im Werd
Taborstr.
usgasse
Shalom
M. Hadas
Tandelmarktg.
desministerium
ndesverteidigung
Bahur Tov
Im
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Johann Strauß
Wohnung
Zirk
nengasse
Kleine Mo
Mea
Karmelitergasse
Nestroyplatz
Novellino
Große Mohrengasse
Schmelzgasse
Schiffgasse
Große
Vivariumstr.
Stoffellagasse
ensbrückenstr.
Hofe.g.
Zelinkagasse
Lichtenauerg.
Körnerg.
Kl. Sperlgasse
Hollandstr.
bere Donaustr.
naukanal
Schottenring
ring
Czerningasse
Schrot.g.
Barmherzige
Brüder
Ohel
Mini
Spo
Was.g.
Rob.g.
Fruchtg.
Komöd.g.
Schw.g
Veganista
Negerlegasse
Werdertorgasse
Esslinggasse
Gonzagag.
Laufbergergasse
ien
Ferdinandstr.
Tempelg.
Praterstr.
Franz-Josefs-Kai
Odeon-Theater
Lilienbrun.g.
Ham.Pu.G.
Dampfschiffstr.
Aspernb.g.
Gredlerstr.
Donaukanal
Untere Donaustr.
Heinrichsgasse
Neutorgasse
Börseplatz
Kurzbau
Fisch.g.
Praterstr.
KunstHausWien
Museum
Hundertwasser
Obere Weißgerberstr.
Obere Donaustr.
Franz-Josefs-Kai
Salztorgasse
Gölsdorfg.
Salzgries
Concordia
platz
Börsegasse
Löwengasse
Urania
Dianagasse
Ruprechts
kirche
Krieglergasse
Untere Viaduktgasse
Dißlergasse
Morzin
platz
Vorlaufstr.
Fischerstiege
Schwertg.
Renngasse
g.
Radetzkystr.
Laurenzerb.
Wiesenthal
Alef
Wiesingerstr.
Jüdisches
Museum
m
Custozzag.
Unt. Weißgerberstr.
St. Othmar
Hintere Zollamtsstr.
Tiefer Graben
ipplin gerstr. Wipplingerstr.
Uraniastr.
Schwedenplatz
Salvatorg.
Donaukanal
Josefs-Kai
Weißgerberlände
Kolonitzpl.
Julius
Raab
platz
Rotgasse
Anker
uhr
Uhren
museum
Postspar
kasse
Römer
museum
Lorbeergasse
Obere Viaduktgasse
Fleischmarkt
Judeng.
Juden
platz
Kolonitzplatz
Rotenturmst r.
Bauern markt
Tuchlauben
Hoher Markt
Kleeb.g
Kurrentg.
Am Hof
Adamsg.
Hetzgasse
Pos t gasse
Veganista
Hetzgasse
Blüteng.
Rosenbursenstr.
Lox
Kegelgasse
Löwengasse
Kegelgasse
Biberstr.
Sonnenfelsgasse
Dom
museum
Museum d.
Illusionen
Fälscher
Museum
Blattgasse
Bäckerstr.
Schulerstr.
Time
Travel
MAK
Mozarthaus
Stephans
dom
Sisi's
Amazing
Journey
Seidlgasse
Dominikaner bastei
Schön.g.
Paracelsusg.
Hansalg.
Vordere Zollamtsstr.
Steind.g.
Seit.g.
Stuben ring
INNERE
Frei.g.
Brandstätte
Tuchlauben
Bognergasse
Naglergasse
se
Ko lerg.
Bechardg.
inist.
res
Stammg.
Stephansplatz
Schatzka.
Virgilkapelle Theater im
Zentrum
oshaus
Marxergasse
Geusaugasse
Untere Viaduktg.
Marxergasse
Gigergasse
Michaelerkirche
Peterskirche
Marc-Aurel-
Str.
Fritz-Wotruba-
Promenade
Wollzeile
Jasomirg.str.
Goldschmiedg.
Kohlmarkt
Invalidenstr.
Graben
Stubentor
Riemergasse
Blutgasse
Habsburgerg.
Cobdengasse
Singerstr.
Seilergasse
Spiegelgasse
Karmeliterkirche
Jüdisches
Museum
Dorotheergasse
Theater
museum
Franziskus
Spital
Ronacher
Winterpalais
Literaturmuseum
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mer
Esteplatz
Gärtnergasse
Landstraße
STADT
Bräunerstr.
An der
Hülben
Stallb.g.
Marxergasse
Ucha.g.
Czapkagasse
Coburgbastei
Weihburggasse
Neuer Markt
Pl.g.
burg
Hörnesg.
Geusaug.
Park
Kundmanngasse
Rasumofskygasse
Wien Mitte
Salmgasse
Invalidenstr.
Czapkapark
Herrmannpark
Stadtpark
Ballgass e
Burggarten
Beatrixgasse
Parkring
Seilerstätte
Himmelpfortgasse
Kärntner Str.
Wienfluss
Albertina
Augus tinerstr.
L.E.O.
Kammerspiele
hesosuseum
Johann-
Strauss-
Denkmal
Parkring
Butterfly
house
Haus der
Musik
Rochuskirche
sse Hegelgasse
Führichg.
Münzg.
Johannesgasse
Maysederg.
Tegetthoffstr.
Lobkowitz
platz
Hanuschg.
Erdbergstr.
Am Heumarkt
Annagasse
Rochusgasse
Stadtpark
hellinggasse
Krugerstr.
Walfischgasse
Wiener
Staatsoper
Franz-
ichaelerplatz
Josefsplatz
Rudolfspark
Landstraß
elg.
Johannes
rngasse
Heidi
Horten

G R E A T
SYNAGOGUE
THE GREAT SYNAGOGUE -
THE WIENER STADTTEMPEL
In the heart of Vienna stands the
Wiener Stadttempel, a symbol of
Jewish faith and resilience. As the
city’s main synagogue, it remains
active under Chief Rabbi Jaron
Engelmayer and Chief Cantor
Shmuel Barzilai. Built in 1826,
it was the only synagogue in
Vienna to survive Kristallnacht
in 1938—protected by its placement
within a residential block.
Behind its modest façade lies an
elegant interior that reflects the
depth and continuity of Jewish
heritage.
WORSHIP AND COMMUNITY
The Stadttempel remains a vibrant
center of Jewish worship,
learning, and communal life.
Guided tours offer insights into
its rich history, architecture, and
the living community it serves.
Services led by Chief Rabbi
Engelmayer and Chief Cantor
Barzilai provide a moving experience
of Jewish faith and music
in Vienna.
Visits by appointment
and during prayer times
1., Seitenstettengasse 4
Tel. +43153104111
www.stadttempel.at
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UNDER RENOVATION FROM AUTUMN 2025 TO AUTUMN 2026
DAILY AND SHABBAT SERVICES CONTINUE
Chief Rabbi:
Rav Jaron Engelmayer
Chief Cantor:
Shmuel Barzilai
www.shmuelbarzilai.com
© IKG/Daniel Shaked
© WienTourismus/Gregor Hofbauer
© IKG/Daniel Shaked
CHIEF CANTOR
SHMUEL BARZILAI
Chief Cantor since 1992, Shmuel
Barzilai was born in Jerusalem
into a renowned family of cantors.
Trained in Tel Aviv and Vienna, his
repertoire spans liturgical, Hasidic,
Klezmer, and classical music—
making him a cherished voice in
Vienna’s Jewish community.
CHIEF RABBI
JARON ENGELMAYER
Chief Rabbi since 2020, Jaron Engelmayer,
was born in Zurich and
studied at leading yeshivas. He
served in communities in Germany
and Israel and is known for his
engaging sermons and dedication
to Jewish learning.
Prayer Times
at the Stadttempel
Shacharit: Mon–Fri: 7:00 am
Sun & Austrian hols: 8:00 am
Mincha & Maariv:
Daily (time varies)
Shabbat & Jewish hols: 9:00 am
Service includes Kiddush &
Seudah Shlishit
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SYNAGOGUES
S E F A R D I A N
CENTER
2., Tempelgasse 7
www. jachad.at
BUKHARAN
SYNAGOGUE:
Rav Aminov
GEORGIAN
SYNAGOGUE:
Rav Yaakov Hotoveli
Rosh Av Beit Din Austria
MISRACHI
Rav Pardess
1., Judenplatz 8
www.misrachi.at
AGUDAS ISRAEL
1., Grünangergasse 1
AGUDAS JESHURUN
1., Marc Aurel Str. 2b/7
JEWISH RUSSIAN
CENTER
1., Tegetthoffstr. 3
www.jrcvienna.com
BENEI AVNER
Rav Israelov
2., Blumauergasse 10
HAFAZAT HATORA
2., Große Mohreng. 38
www.hafazat.at
CHABAD SYNAGOGUE
Rav Avraham Biderman
2., Taborstrasse 20a
www.chabadvienna.com
BET HALEVI
Rav Netanelov
2., R. Schneerson-Pl. 2
www.bethalevi.org
HEICHAL MENACHEM
CHABAD SYNAGOGUE
Rav Jakov Biderman
9., Grünentorg. 26
KHAL CHASSIDIM
Rav Schwartz
2., Große Schiffgasse 8
MACHSIKE HADASS
Rav Weiss
2., Große Mohreng. 19
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OHEL MOSHE
Rav Margulies
2., Lilienbrunngasse 19
The Vienna ERUV is valid
in the city center and beyond. For
detailed history and status, visit
www.eruv.at
SHAAREY OVADIA
2., Norwestbahnstraße 35
BET DAVID
Rav Niazov
2., Große Mohrengasse 37
HAMIDRASCH TORAH
ETZ CHAYIM
Rav Pressburger
2., Große Schiffgasse 8
OHEL AVRAHAM
Rav Boaz
19., Hofzeile 18
www.synagogedoebling.at
LIBERAL OR CHADASH
2., Robertgasse 2
www.orchadasch.at
M I K V A O T
AGUDAS ISRAEL
2., Tempelgasse 3
(Entry Czerningasse 4)
MACHSIKE HADASS
1., Fleischmarkt 20-22
MIKWE CHABAD
2., R. Schneerson-Pl. 1
OR ELIJAHU
Rav Shamonov
2., Krummbaumgasse 10
SCHUWA ISRAEL
2., Taborstraße 43
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© Wina/Daniel Shaked
Dvora
Barzilai
Important Art
WORKS IN VIENNA
"Art between
Tradition an
Modernity"
Dvora Barzilai, born in 1961
in Tel Aviv, is a renowned artist
based in Vienna. Her work,
encompassing painting and
sculpture, is deeply rooted in
her Jewish faith and cultural
heritage. Barzilai studied under
prominent Israeli artists and has
exhibited her art internationally.
Notably, her Holocaust
memorial sculptures and the
Shalom Sculpture Garden in
Perchtoldsdorf stand out. Her
art blends traditional Jewish
themes with contemporary
techniques, creating powerful
and emotional pieces.
www.dvorabarzilai.com
TORN BOOK HOLOCAUST
MEMORIAL SCULPTURE
LOCATION:
Medical University of Vienna
9., Spitalgasse 23
DESCRIPTION:
This sculpture honors the Jewish
medical professionals who were
expelled, persecuted, or murdered
during the Nazi era. The
torn pages of a book symbolize
the interrupted lives and careers
of these doctors. Barzilai's work
serves as a constant reminder of
the destroyed science and humanity
of that time.
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PSALM 23 -IN MEMORY
OF LEO LUSTER
LOCATION:
Aron Menczer
Education Campus
3., Rubin-Bittmann-Promenade 7
DESCRIPTION:
This memorial features Psalm 23
in Hebrew and honors Leo Luster,
a Holocaust survivor and active
representative of the Jewish community
in Austria. Luster dedicated
his life to advocating for the
rights of Holocaust survivors and
initiated several remembrance
projects. His commitment and
tireless work are fittingly expressed
in this memorial.
MEMORIAL
AT SPIEGELGRUND
LOCATION:
Steinhof
14., Baumgartner Höhe 1
DESCRIPTION:
This memorial commemorates
the innocent victims of the children's
euthanasia institution "Am
Spiegelgrund" during the Nazi
regime. Barzilai's sculptures here
are a powerful testimony to the
horrors and unimaginable suffering
endured by these children. It
is a place of quiet remembrance
and warning.
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MONUMENTSMENTS
All following monuments are located
at the arcade courtyard of the
University of Vienna.
Mon-Fri: 6am-8pm
Sat: 7am-7.30pm
Sigmund Freud
See page 10
Ernst Fuchs
A pioneer in ophthalmology,
known
for his groundbreaking
work,
including Fuchs' dystrophy
named after him.
© Hubertl wikipedia
Julius Wiesner
who made significant contributions
to plant physiology.
Emil Zuckerkandl
A renowned anatomist and
anthropologist who significantly
contributed
to modern anatomy.
Ludwig Wihelm
Mauthner
A prominent ophthalmologist,
known
for his discovery of the
Mauthner cells.
Hans Kelsen
The architect of the Austrian Constitution
of 1920, has had a worldwide
influence through his work
on constitutional law.
Julius Tandler
A renowned Austrian anatomist
and politician dedicated to
health reforms.
Viktor Adler
Founder of the
Social Democratic
Workers' Party of
Austria (SPÖ), dedicated
his life to social
justice. His monument is located
at the Republic Monument on the
Ringstraße, near the Parliament.
1., Schmerlingplatz, at
Dr.-Karl-Renner-Ring
between 1 and 3
© C.Stadler/Bwag / Wikipedia
© Torsten Gertz, Malchin/ Wikipedia
Siegfried
Marcus
A pioneer in automobile construction,
developed one of the
first gasoline-powered engines.
His monument is located at
Karlsplatz in Resselpark.
4., Karlsplatz, Resselpark
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Edmund Eysler
A well-known Austrian composer,
enriched the Viennese music
scene with his operettas.
His monument
is located in Schönbornpark
in the 8th
district, a quiet and
picturesque place
ideal for commem
orating his music.
8., Schönbornpark,
Florianig. 24, Lange Gasse 53
MEMORIALS &
LOCATIONS OF
MEMORY
Monument Shoah
1., Judenplatz
Monument against
war and fascism
1., Albertinaplatz
© Walter Anton / Wikipedia
Oscar Straus
A famous composer of operettas
and film music,
significantly influenced
the Viennese music
scene. His monument
stands in Oscar-
Straus-Park in the 13th
district. 13.,
Wolkersbergenstr. 10
Memorial
Shoah Name
Walls
9., Ostarrichipark
© Christian Michelides / Wikipedia
Victims of national
socialism
1., Morzinplatz
Memorial to Victims of
National Socialism
1., Salztorgasse 6
Memorial in the Great Synagogue
1., Seitenstettengasse
see page 12
Memorial to Victims of
Nazi Military Justice
1., Ballhausplatz
© servitengasse1938
Servitengasse 1938
9., Servitengasse 11
Memorial
Karajangasse
20., Karajangasse 14
gymnasium-amaugarten.at/
gedenkstaette/
Thu: 16-20, July & August closed
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W I L H E L M
S T I A S S N Y
A JEWISH ARCHITECT WHO
SHAPED VIENNA'S LAND-
SCAPE
Walking through the streets
of Vienna, one can still feel
the influence of a man whose
architectural talent and deep
connection to the Jewish
community left a lasting mark
on the city: Wilhelm Stiassny.
Born in 1842 in Pressburg (today
Bratislava), Stiassny moved to
Vienna, where he studied at the
Vienna Polytechnic Institute (now
TU Wien) and later at the Academy
of Fine Arts. He became not
only a prolific architect, but also
a committed advocate for Jewish
communal affairs and an active
participant in civic life.
HIS WORKS IN VIENNA
Stiassny's architectural legacy in
Vienna is impressive and diverse.
Here are some of his most
significant buildings:
■ ISRAELITISCHES
BLINDENINSTITUT
(Institute for the Blind)
19., Hohe Warte 32
Period: 1871–1872
A school for blind Jewish children,
providing education and
support.
■ PALAIS SCHWAB
1., Weihburggasse 30
Period: 1871–1872
A grand palace reflecting the architectural
elegance of Vienna's
city center.
■ HOUSE AT DOBLHOFFG.
1., Doblhoffgasse 3
Period: 1874–1875
A remarkable residential building
in the heart of Vienna.
■ STIASSNY RESIDENCE
1., Rathausstraße 13
Period: 1881–1882
Stiassny's own residence,
partially destroyed during
World War II.
■ KÖNIGSWARTER HOUSE
1., Rathausstraße 15–17
Period: 1882
An elegant building showcasing
the influence and wealth of
Vienna's Jewish community.
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■ HOUSE AT
LICHTENFELSGASSE 7
1., Lichtenfelsgasse 7
Period: 1888
One of the arcade houses in
the Rathausviertel, known for its
architectural beauty.
The following buildings were
destroyed:
■ SYNAGOGUE ON
LEOPOLDSGASSE
(Polnische Schul)
2., Leopoldsgasse 29
Period: 1892–1893
This orthodox synagogue was
devastated during Kristallnacht
in 1938 and dismantled between
1959 and 1960.
■ ROTHSCHILD HOSPITAL
18., Währinger Gürtel 97
Period: 1870–1875
Funded by the prominent Rothschild
family, this hospital was
closed by the Nazis in 1943 and
demolished in 1960​
■ CEREMONIAL HALL AT THE
CENTRAL CEMETERY
Central Cemetery,
Jewish Section, 1st Gate
Period: 1877–1879
Destroyed by the Nazis.
Recently damaged by arson in
2023, including vandalism with
swastikas​.
His Legacy
Wilhelm Stiassny’s legacy is
deeply woven into the architecture
and cultural fabric of
Vienna. His grave in the Jewish
section of the Central Cemetery
stands as a quiet tribute
to a man whose work shaped
both the city and its Jewish
community. His buildings, civic
engagement, and advocacy
form an enduring part of
Vienna’s urban and Jewish
history—a lasting testament to
his time and influence.
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HERE ARE SOME OF HIS MOST
NOTABLE WORKS IN VIENNA:
WILHELM
FRAENKEL
ARCHITECTURAL
LEGACY IN VIENNA
Strolling through Vienna’s
grand streets, one can trace the
architectural legacy of Wilhelm
Fraenkel. This accomplished
Jewish architect left a mark with
his elegant, well-proportioned
buildings, many of which still
shape the city’s streetscape
today.
Born in 1844, Fraenkel studied at
the Academy of Fine Arts under
Heinrich von Ferstel. He developed
a style rooted in classical
and historicist traditions. Though
he died young, his refined
aesthetic and professional skill
remain part of Vienna’s architectural
and cultural heritage.
■ HOTEL SACHER
Philharmonikerstraße 4
One of the most famous hotels
in the world, known for its luxurious
furnishings and historical
significance.
■ PALAIS SCHOTTENRING
1., Schottenring 18–18a
Period: 1870–1872
A magnificent building on the
Schottenring, admired for both
its aesthetics and functionality.
■ DOUBLE RESIDENTIAL HOUSE
1., Schottenbastei 4–8
Period: 1869–1870
An elegant residential ensemble
demonstrating Fraenkel’s talent
for dignified and livable urban
housing.
■ PALAIS SCHLESINGER
3., Reisnerstraße 51
Period: 1873
A stately palais reflecting the
representative style of Vienna’s
historicism.
■ RESIDENTIAL AND
COMMERCIAL BUILDING
1., Schottenring 14
Period: 1873
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■ DOUBLE RESIDENTIAL
HOUSE
3., Reisnerstraße 55–57
Period: 1873
■ PARSONAGE AND SCHOOL
3., Kolonitzplatz 1
Period: 1870
Collaboration: G. Hausmann
A symbol of the fusion of education
and religion in architecture.
■ APARTMENT BUILDING
4., Klagbaumgasse 15
Period: 1878
■ REITZES APARTMENT
BUILDING
1., Universitätsstraße 5
Period: 1878–1879
■ VILLA REITZES
19., Sieveringer Straße 245
Period: 1879
■ APARTMENT BUILDING
1., Rudolfsplatz 9
Period: 1881
■ APARTMENT BUILDING
1., Gonzagagasse 1
Period: 1881–1884
■ APARTMENT BUILDING
Wohllebengasse 13
Period: 1884
■ FORMER HOTEL HABSBURG
1., Rotenturmstraße 24
Period: 1889
■ HOUSE OF THE AUSTRIAN
CENTRAL CREDIT INSTITUTE
1., Hohenstaufengasse 12
Period: before 1892
■ RESIDENCE AND STUDIO
OF WILHELM FRAENKEL
8., Krotenthallergasse 8
Period: 1904–1906
The following buildings were
destroyed in Word War II:
■ GERMANIAHOF
1., Rotenturmstraße 8
Period: 1875–1876
■ CHAMBER OF LABOR FOR
LOWER AUSTRIA
1., Wipplingerstraße 35
Period: 1871
An important building for
workers' representation.
■ HOTEL AUSTRIA
1., Schottenring 11
Period: 1872
A luxury hotel in the Ringstraße style
■ RESIDENTIAL AND
COMMERCIAL BUILDING
1., Stephansplatz 8 and 8a
Period: 1874
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Kosher
SUPER- FOOD &
MARKETS DRINKS
Kosher Mini Market Alef Alef M
2., Hollandstr. 10 1., Seitenstetteng. 2
www.alefalef.at
LaMehadrin
2., Taborstr. 48a
www.lamehadrin.com
Shefa Markt
2., Heinestr. 24-28
BAKERIES
Ohel Moshe
2., Lilienbrunng. 18
www.ohel.at
Prego
2., Taborstrasse 43
BUTCHER
SHOPS
Hager
Kosher Fleisch
2., Große Stadtgutg. 7
Tel. +4312145621
www.kosherfleisch.at
Machsikei Hadas
2., Große Mohreng. 19
Tel. +4312166640
Bahur Tov M
2., Taborstrasse 19
www.bahur-tov.at
Baschly M
2., Welthandespl. 1
www.baschly.com
Café - Gelato
Milano D
2., Taborstrasse 41
Lunch King M
2., Rabbiner
Schneerson Platz 2
Malka D
2., Taborstr. 81
Mea Shearim M
2., Schmelzgasse 3
www.mea-shearim.at
Novellino D
2., Zirkusgasse 15
www.novellino.at
Pizzeria Prego D
2., Taborstraße 43
Tel. +4312163089
Rustico Pizza D
2., Rotensterng. 3
www.rustico.at
Schalom Food M
2., Rotensterng. 16
www.schalom-food.at
VeAhavta
Kosher Bistro D
2., Taborstr. 20A
Veganista Ice P
1., Tuchlauben 12
2., Taborstraße 15
Airport Vienna,
Terminal 2 - Plaza
www.veganista.at
Yudale Restaurant
2., Volkertplatz 5 M
www.yudale.at
Lox Truffles
1., Steindlgasse 6 D
www.lox-truffles.com
M-Meat P-Parve D-Dairy
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office@skyapartments.at
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Daily fresh kosher breakfast
available on request.
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Judenplatz 8, 1010 Vienna
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