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Street-by-Street: The Hofburg Complex

The Hofburg Complex, the former
Emperor’s residence, is a permanent
reminder of the glory of the Habsburg
Empire, with its majestic palace –
particularly impressive when seen from
Heldenplatz – and the harmony of the
squares and palaces in Augustinerstrasse.
This part of Vienna is one of the capital’s
most fashionable and lively areas, both f Michaelerplatz
during the daytime and at night, when The Michaelertrakt, on the site of the former
the former palace rooms serve as theatre court theatre on the south side of the square, was
and concert halls. commis sioned by Franz Joseph as a passageway and
built to designs by Ferdinand Kirschner.
MICHAELER–
PL A TZ

h Heldenplatz
The square between Ring
and Hofburg is used
for large public
gatherings.

Neue Burg, the last wing
j . Alte Burg of Hofburg, was built just
The old palace was the official before the outbreak of
Habsburg residence from the World War I, during the
13th century. final days of the monarchy.
For hotels and restaurants in this area see pp292–3 and pp310–12

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