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Riesenrad & Prater: The Viennese Luna Park
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  • The ferris wheel situated in the Wiener Prater, is one of Vienna's landmarks. This wheel takes you to such heights, that you will be able to take pictures and video clips of part of Vienna underneath you. It is not recommended for people who are afraid of heights or who suffer from claustrophobia. The cabins are closed and only a few of the windows are open. Besides the wheel, there are many more activities, such as the roller coasters and puppet shows.

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  • Website: http://www.tourist-net.co.at/w_pr_3e.htm

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    Riesenrad & Prater: BIG WHEEL - RIESENRAD
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  • Looking up at the big wheel - Vienna
    Looking up at the big wheel
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    The Giant Ferris Wheel in the Prater Park was constructed in 1897 to celebrate the Golden Jubilee of Emperor Franz Josef I. However, it wasn’t always as popular a tourist attraction as it is today because in 1916 a court approved its demolition (luckily never carried out). It burnt down in 1944 but was rebuilt a year later after the end of World War II. It reopened in 1947 but with only half of its original 30 cabins. If you have seen the “Third Man”, you will know that the Riesenrad has often been used as a setting by film directors. But did you know that in 1914, as part of a film, Madame Solange d'Atalide, a successful circus manageress and rider, completed a revolution of the Giant Ferris Wheel sitting on a horse on the roof of one of the cabins More interesting facts: The Wheel is just under 65 metres high and weighs more than 430 tonnes! Visit the homepage of the Vienna Big Wheel and click on the flags for the various languages. Prices: Adults: 7.50 children: 3.00 Combicard with Danube Tower 9.60

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  • Website: www.wienerriesenrad.com

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    Riesenrad & Prater: whee! The Riesenrad!
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  • There you go, the famous ferris wheel. - Vienna
    There you go, the famous
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    The Prater is definitely a must see. It's very odd. Well, not really I suppose...it's more along the lines of a fairground that one would find in America. However, there are all sorts of very fun sculptures to play on and of course the famous ferris wheel is amazing. Instead of seats in a traditional ferris wheel, the passenger compartments are old wooden train cars....that sway. Really neat! It's kinda pricey...if memory serves me correctly, it's 8 euros. *but* if you buy a combo pass for the ferris wheel *and* the Donautrum (the big needle thingie kinda like in Seattle) then it's totally worth it. The Donautrum is not in the Prater, but it's not *too* much of a pain in the arse to navigate to both fun spots. The Prater means 'plain'...which it really is...just a large expanse of land with all kinds of buggies, games, go-karts, rides, etc... Typically (esp in the summer and for New Years) there are big tents set up with music, super cheap beer, etc...it basically becomes a big party zone.

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  • Directions: There are several ways to get here.... U-Bahn and trams. So just look at the maps to determine which is the best route for you. I'm fairly certain that the 'O' tram goes to the Prater.

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    Riesenrad & Prater: Ride the Giant Ferris Wheel, be damned romantic !!
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  • The Giant Ferris Wheel, trademark of Austria's capital city and a symbol of Vienna's world-famous Prater, creates a very special point of reference for every visitor with its unmistakeable silhouette, clearly visible even from great distances. A circular trip on one of the most significant and fascinating structures in the world, and the unique view of the city of Vienna, make the Giant Ferris Wheel an absolute cultural and architectural must for every visitor to Austria's capital. Have a look at my restaurant-tip "SCHWEIZERHAUS" , only a 10 minutes walk!

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  • Phone: (043/1) 729 54 30
  • Directions: Take the U1 or S7 or a tram to PRATERSTERN-station; from there you`ll easily find your way to the wheel !
  • Website: http://www.wienerriesenrad.com

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    Riesenrad & Prater: Prater
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  • I was surprised by the huge size of the Prater at 60 square kilometres. It was originally a royal hunting ground but the public have been allowed access since 1766. It is opened every day of the year and is the place to come to if you like sporting actives. Its great for relaxing walks, hikes, jogging, skating, swimming, cycling, there is a BMX track, horse racing, golf and boating. Other attractions include the Giant Ferris Wheel ‘Riesenrad’, amusement park and miniature railway ‘liliputbahn’.

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  • Directions: Train S1, S2, S3, S7, S15 Underground U1 (red) Tram 5, 21, O Bus 80 A
  • Website: http://www.prater.at/

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    Riesenrad & Prater: The Giant Ferris Wheel
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  • The Giant Ferris Wheel is open 365 days of the years. It has been a famous landmark since it was opened in 1897 to celebrate the Golden Jubilee of Emperor Franz Josef I. It was damaged during WW2 but was rebuilt and reopened in 1947. It has featured in a number of films but became world famous in the post war film ‘The Third Man’. It is nearly 65m in height and the whole construction weighs 430t. There are 15 cabins on the wheel from which you get fantastic views of Vienna. There are 4 cabins set aside for private hire. For those who fancy something different for a wedding this could be the location. As the cabins have a limit on the number of people allowed, it cuts down on the number of wedding guests.

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  • Website: http://www.wienerriesenrad.com/cgi-bin/tagnacht.cgi?sprache=englisch&site=home.htm

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    Riesenrad & Prater: The Big Wheel (Riesenrad)
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  • Famous from an old Orson Welles movie, which unfortunately I have not seen (The Third Man), the Vienna Big Wheel (Riesenrad)is one of the more famous landmarks in Vienna... Originally opened at the Golden Jubilee of Emperor Franz Josef more than 100 years ago (the Same Guy that Glacier in NZ is named for...), The big wheel has thirty carriages, is 65 meters tall and weights about 430 tons. I can't say that it is a thrilling ride, but it does afford a nice view of the city at the top.... Located in Prater, a fairground in Vienna.

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    Riesenrad & Prater: Vienna's Prater
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  • The Prater in Vienna is possibly the largest park within the city of Vienna (6.143.984 square metres) and is where the Viennese go for recreation. Today it is a place to enjoy the Danube, the Prater's many attractions, and a bit of Vienna's wilder side (reference to it's past as a former hunting ground). The Prater in Vienna was first mentioned in a document as natural preserve in 1403. The Volksprater is one of the oldest leisure parks in Europe. Three major but very distinct parts have always made the Prater something very special: the Grüner Prater park with a large number of sports facilities, the Volksprater with its many attractions, and the area utilized commercially. In April 1766, Joseph II opened the Prater for the Viennese citizens, and it became a recreational area with restaurants and cafés. In particular the cafés with their culinary and artistic offerings attracted large crowds of people. For centuries the Prater used to be one of the main culinary meeting places in Vienna but has almost lost that importance today. From the mid-18th century through today, the Volksprater, has been a major meeting point with cultural events, vaudeville shows, concerts, theatre plays, liesurely strolls, and good food for the Viennese. The first and only World Exhibition in Vienna took place at the Prater in 1873. In 1897, the Riesenrad or Ferris Wheel (might be the oldest in the world) and the roller coaster were established in the Volksprater which has always followed the latest trends and fashions and responded to public taste. The Riesenrad is 65m high and weighs nearly 430 metric tonnes with all its steel. It rotates ever so slowly allowing passengers plenty of time to enjoy the view from the top. The amusement park is filled with all sorts of rides, gaming booths, and food vendors. A fun time for all! No entrance fee is required, you only pay for the rides you decide to try out. The hours of operation for the Riesenrad and for the park itself continue until quite late.

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  • Phone: Tel: 728-05-16
  • Directions: In 2008, three new subway (U-bahn) stops will connect the Prater with the city's underground. Otherwise follow the Danube River past the 1st district and you'll find the park just south of the city center.
  • Website: http://www.prater.at/
  • Other Contact: info@wiener-prater.at

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    Riesenrad & Prater: The Amusement Park
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  • The amusement park which is believed to be the oldest in the world has a season that runs from the 15th March to the 31st October. Outside of these times you can still walk through the park. The normal hours are 1000 hrs to 0100 hrs, but these times can change depending upon the weather. The price of the rides varies depending upon the attraction but there are rides to suit all tastes, including a number of white knuckle rides.

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  • Website: http://www.wien.info/prater/index-e.html

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    Riesenrad & Prater: THE PRATER In this amusements...
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  • THE PRATER In this amusements park at the north of the city (U3, PraterStern) you can spend a pleasant afternoon if you go with kids. The Giant Wheel is a symbol of Vienna, and it appears in films as The Third Man with Orson Wells.

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