EXPERIENCE NATURE AND URBANITY IN THE SEESTADT
Seestadt is a unique place to discover: walks by the lake, diverse cultural events, modern architecture, and a wide range of leisure activities make this young district in the northeast of Vienna the ideal destination for an outing. Thanks to the excellent U2 connection, relaxation, enjoyment, and urban lifestyle are within easy reach.
A place to experience
FAQ
A visit to Seestadt feels like a short holiday in Vienna. The lake invites you to swim and relax, the parks offer space for activity and tranquility, and a variety of cultural events provide variety. The experience is rounded off by modern architecture that constantly creates new impressions.
The easiest way for visitors to get here is by U2 – just 25 minutes from the city center to Seestadt. The S-Bahn also takes you to the main station in 18 minutes and continues to Bratislava. The offer is complemented by tram line 27, several bus lines, and a dense network of cycle paths – for a convenient and sustainable journey.
There is a well-developed network of walking and cycling paths around the lake and through all quarters. Many routes are deliberately planned to be short. Shopping, leisure, and relaxation are easily accessible on foot or by bike. Bicycle parking and sharing options are available, and the well-thought-out mobility concept makes the district a model for sustainable mobility.
If you arrive by car, several multi-storey car parks are available. They are open around the clock, easily accessible, and also offer barrier-free parking spaces and charging stations for e-cars.
Seestadt is largely barrier-free, with wheelchair-accessible paths and guidance systems for the visually impaired. There is also a wheelchair bike rental to make it even easier to explore the Seepark and surroundings. The barrier-free design is an integral part of urban planning and makes Seestadt a model for inclusive urban living.
The current Seestadt mobility info provides a compact overview of public transport, cycling and walking routes, sharing options, and parking facilities.
Yes, the asperner lake is a natural swimming spot – here, the rules and conditions typical for natural waters apply.
Important to know: No lifeguard supervision, no designated shallow water zones, and a partly rocky bottom mean you need to be careful when swimming.
Seestadt offers plenty of space for nature and activity. In the Seepark, promenades, beaches, and meadows invite you to stroll, swim, and relax. Elinor-Ostrom-Park focuses on activity with sports facilities, parcours, and a bicycle playground. Those seeking peace will find open meadows, play areas, and shady spots in Hannah-Arendt-Park.
Yes, guided tours of Seestadt are available on request. Interested parties can contact fragen@meine.seestadt.info by email. Visitors experience modern architecture, unique urban planning, and the implementation of the 15-minute city concept up close.
The Seestadt InfoPoint is located at Wangari-Maathai-Platz. Here, visitors receive tips on leisure, events, and services in the district. Regular guided tours also start here, where you can learn more about the architecture, concept, and development of Seestadt.
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Services & Tools
Bike Rental
At eight stations in aspern Seestadt, WienMobil bikes are available around the clock (from 35 cents / 30 min). At Lina-Bo-Bardi-Platz, there are also two e-cargo bikes.
Collective Garages
Secure parking spaces, e-charging stations, spacious walkways and green open spaces create an urban environment with a high quality of stay.
Public Space
Wide sidewalks, safe cycling routes, and green open spaces make Seestadt a place with a high quality of stay. Squares, parks, and promenades invite people to linger and meet.
Cargo bike
E-cargo bikes from WienMobil are available at Lina-Bo-Bardi-Platz, and the district management also offers free Grätzl bikes for shopping and transport.
Carsharing
Flexible carsharing options are available at several stations in aspern Seestadt – a convenient alternative to owning a car, with no fixed costs or maintenance required.
Public transport
The U2 takes you to the city center in 25 minutes. Suburban trains, trams, buses, and cycle paths complement the offer and enable sustainable travel.
Seeterrassen Handbook
The "Seeterrassen" quarter is located at the intersection of key development areas. A dedicated planning handbook is designed to ensure the high-quality development of this central space.
Welcome to Seestadt
Have you just moved to Seestadt or are you planning to? A warm welcome! Everything you need to know about Seestadt can be found in this brochure.
Events
Whether culture, business, neighborhood, or children's programs – aspern Seestadt offers a wide range of events for all generations throughout the year.
Shopping
The managed shopping street offers a steadily growing range for daily needs. The offering is complemented by additional shops and the Mazzucco market every Friday.
Corporate Network
Whether it's the Gutes aus der Seestadt association or the business roundtable organized by the district management: numerous networks and formats promote exchange and collaboration.
Gastronomy
From a quick coffee to a business lunch or a candlelight dinner – in aspern Seestadt, a diverse selection of venues, cafés, and restaurants ensures enjoyment at any time of day.
Commercial Spaces
aspern Seestadt offers modern offices, retail units, and production spaces – flexible, centrally located, sustainably planned, and perfectly connected.
Funding
The Vienna Business Agency supports companies of all sizes – from start-ups to established businesses – with a wide range of funding programs and individual advice on financing and growth.
Media Library
The media library brings together images, videos, podcasts, and publications about Seestadt. It offers fascinating insights into urban development and showcases the diversity of the district.
Newsletter
With Seestadt UPDATE, companies stay informed about projects and opportunities. A dedicated newsletter for residents delivers news on culture, events, and construction progress.
Submit event
Organisers can submit their events via an online form. Whether culture, business or neighbourhood – after review, they will appear in the Seestadt event calendar.
Neighbourhood Spaces
Two rooms of 80 m² each at Sonnenallee 26 are available free of charge for communal use such as crafts, sports or play – private parties are not permitted.
