Cardinal Schönborn to Retire After 30 Years as Vienna Archbishop
The Archdiocese of Vienna announced on Friday that Pope Francis is expected to accept Schönborn’s resignation around his 80th birthday in late January 2025.
Vienna Museums to Return Nazi-Looted Artworks
The returns are part of efforts to compensate victims of Nazi art theft following the Anschluss and the seizure of works from Jewish artists and collectors.
Vienna Launches Costume Lending Service for Independent Theatre
The platform is aimed at easing budget pressures on independent theatre companies by cutting the costs of costume procurement and storage.
Historic Vienna Villa Seeks 1930s Fittings for Renovation
The villa, a masterpiece of Austrian modernism built by design pioneer Josef Frank, will be open to visitors in the future.
Elisabeth Leopold, Key Figure Behind Vienna’s Leading Art Museum, Dies at 98
The Leopolds built a collection featuring the world’s largest set of Egon Schiele works, alongside notable pieces by Klimt and Kokoschka.
Bodensee is Instagram’s Most Popular Austrian Lake in 2024
Hallstatt and Gosau Lakes in Upper Austria see the biggest growth in hashtag presence, according to a new analysis.
Ed Sheeran to Kick Off Frequency Festival as Red Cross Prepares for Busy Weekend
Preparations for the Frequency Festival, which will take place from August 14 to 17 in St. Pölten, are in full swing.
Vienna to Remain on UNESCO’s Red List
Vienna was initially added to the Red List in 2017 because of the proposed height of the Heumarkt Neu project.
Nova Rock – Sunny Pop and Rock
The Nova Rock festival displayed two distinct faces on its penultimate third day with Avril Lavigne, Måneskin, and rock legend Alice Cooper.
VIENNALE 2023: Successful Closing with Record Attendance
The 61st Viennale Film Festival concluded on October 31st with a record attendance of 75,300 people. Here are the highlights.