Pre-Christmas Trip to Vienna

Getting to know a foreign culture, learning about the geography and history of Vienna, the Austrian capital, and building group spirit… That was the goal of the whole trip, and we achieved it. Naturally, with the added bonus of the Advent markets in this beautiful metropolis.

Thanks to an experienced guide who spent the whole trip with us, we learned plenty of interesting facts about Vienna already on the bus.

First, we visited Prince Eugene of Savoy's residence, Belvedere, including its extensive gardens. We then took a bus tour around the Ringstrasse, accompanied by our guide's fascinating commentary on the Hofburg, the Royal Gardens, the City Hall, the Parliament, the Burgtheater, the University, the Votive Church, the Stock Exchange, and the Artists' Park. We also didn't miss Schwarzenberg Square, the Church of St. Charles Borromeo, and, finally, the Prater. Nor did we skip a walk through Maria-Theresien-Platz, the Hofburg, St. Michael's Square, the Kohlmarkt (Coal Market), St. Stephen's Cathedral, Koltner Strasse, and the Jewish Quarter. Of course, there was also free time so students could soak up the Christmas atmosphere at the traditional Advent markets.