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In 1803, Europe's first alpine garden was created in the
extensive park area of Belvedere
castle following a suggestion of Archduke Johann. Today,
more than 4000 plants represent the diverse flora of the alpine
ecosystem. Spring and early summer are the best times to visit
as many plants foliate and start to flower.
Belvedere Palace
Prinz-Eugen-Strasse 27, A-1030 Vienna
There's another chance to discover the Alps within city limits:
A Tirolian garden complete with original hut, orchard and
pasture farm enhances the charms of Schoenbrunn
castle and its park. Again, Archduke Johann was the driving
force behind this project. Empress Sisi, too, was immensely
fond of this alpine patch. In 1874, a second hut was built
for her.
Schönbrunn Palace Schlosspark Schönbrunn, A- 1130
Vienna
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