Wiener Riesenrad
attraction · Vienna · Austria
- Address
- Riesenradplatz 1, 1020 Vienna
- Links
- Google Maps
About
Giant Ferris wheel in the Prater amusement park, a symbol of Vienna.
History
It opened in 1897.
Good to know
- Queues build up at weekends and on sunny days.
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