The decision to build the 36 arcaded crypts was made in 1879, and just two years later, in 1881, the complex, a brick structure in the Neo-Renaissance style, was completed. This rapid completion is likely due to the fact that the construction was financed entirely by private funds. Consequently, the affluent, aristocratic bourgeoisie of the Ringstrasse era chose to be buried here. The Old Arcades flank the main axis, approximately 100 meters from the main entrance, Gate 2. The crypt complex accommodates 36 burial sites.

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Vienna Central Cemetery "was opened in 1874"
The Vienna Central Cemetery was opened in 1874 and, with an area of almost two and a half square kilometers and around 330,000 …

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October 31, 2021

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The cemetery, a special place. You have to see, experience and feel.

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1. Lower Belvedere Palace – Heroes' Square loop from Stephansplatz

21.7km

05:35

100m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Falco's Grave – Beethoven's Grave loop from Präsidentengruft

6.81km

01:44

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Vienna Central Cemetery – Central Cemetery Gate 3️⃣ loop from Kledering

12.3km

03:08

30m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Central Cemetery Main Entrance (Gate 2)

1. Lower Belvedere Palace – Heroes' Square loop from Stephansplatz

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3. Vienna Central Cemetery – Central Cemetery Gate 3️⃣ loop from Kledering

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