I work for a large international trading company, so I often have to travel to Vienna on business. And every time I discover something new, beautiful and amazing in the capital of Austria. The month of November (one of my last business trips) was no exception in this regard. It seemed to me that at this time of year the atmosphere in Vienna becomes even more aristocratic, the city takes on more austere and sophisticated features.
What you need to be prepared for in Vienna in November: weather conditions
In November, I was greeted with not particularly welcoming and warm weather. On the contrary, in my opinion, this time of year is not very conducive to long walks. After all, during the day the air temperature managed to warm up to + 8 - + 14 degrees. And in the evening and at night it became even colder: + 6 - + 8 degrees. There was practically no wind on some days, but on others it felt quite good. Given this, I was glad that I took a coat and a warm shawl from home. However, I still had to buy gloves in a small store near the Hofburg for 25 euros. In addition, November in Vienna is also a fairly rainy month. So, during the 10 days I was there, it rained for 5 days. Therefore, I concluded that shoes with good soles and an umbrella are a must have for everyone who wants to visit the capital of Austria this month. Although, on the other hand, such weather gave me the opportunity to appreciate the old Viennese cafes in the area of Town Hall Square, where I often took refuge from inclement weather with a cup of aromatic coffee and delicious apple strudel. In addition, I finally got to the Albertina Gallery and looked at the paintings of outstanding artists, which I always wanted to do, but did not have enough time. . I was able to see Vienna from the inside, communicate with local residents, visit exhibitions, museum displays, and feel the true aristocratic atmosphere of this delightful city.
Holidays and festivals in Vienna in November
St. Martin's Day
On November 11, all residents of Austria, and, accordingly, Vienna, celebrate the feast of St. Martin (or Martiniganzel). Since my business trip also included this number, I was able to participate in this interesting event. As local residents told me, almost all families, restaurants and cafes prepare a special holiday dish– goose with red cabbage, potato dumplings and chestnuts. My Austrian colleagues and I booked a table in advance at the Leupold restaurant not far from the well-known Ringstrasse street, where I was able to try this delicacy. Afterwards, also according to another tradition of this holiday, we went to try new wine in heurigers (these are small home-style restaurants located on the outskirts of Vienna).
The beginning of the Christmas market
In mid-November, the Christmas market begins in Vienna, which is located on the Town Hall Square. Therefore, even in November, I managed to feel the spirit of Christmas, saw a stunningly beautiful, elegant Christmas tree, a huge wreath of fir branches, and was also able to buy original Christmas tree decorations, colorful garlands, sweets and gifts for my family and friends in several pavilions of the fair.
Tourist saturation in Vienna in November
As I was able to notice, thanks to frequent trips to the capital of Austria, November is one of the least attractive months for tourists to visit Vienna. Of course, there are always those who want to, because this city is indeed very majestic, beautiful and worthy of attention, but not on such a large scale as in the summer or during the Christmas holidays. Therefore, there are usually never any problems with hotel accommodation and plane tickets. However, I can say own experience: Booking early will help you save a good amount of money.
The Viennese waltz still sounds, and the splendor of the architecture is impressive. The city lives a measured life, fueled by drizzling rains, combed by the November wind. The flow of tourists at this time is significantly reduced, the city rests after the summer and the first months of autumn, so that in December in all its Christmas splendor it can meet thousands of tourists who want to see New Year's tale. This is how mysterious and sometimes peaceful Vienna is in November.
Holidays in Vienna in November: weighing the pros and cons
Reviews of holidays in Vienna in November are based, rather, not on impressions of the city itself, but on reviews of the weather. At this time, it is not very comfortable here due to drizzling rains, temperatures approaching zero, and completely unfriendly winds. However, there is always a way out if the trip was planned and took place: you can hide from the wind and rain in cozy restaurants and cafes, and the doors of museums are always open for curious visitors and never cease to delight with their exhibitions.
The capital of Austria is beautiful at any time, and even a trip to Vienna in November has its own certain advantages:
- If this is not your first trip to Vienna, and you have already taken walks in the city’s parks, it’s time to wait out the bad weather at museums, exhibitions and other cultural events, especially since the queues this month are small or completely absent;
- many cozy cafes will gladly warm you up in bad weather with a cup of delicate Viennese melange and offer you to taste unforgettable Viennese desserts;
- prices for tours, flights and accommodation are falling, there is no fuss on the city streets, so it’s time to arrange a leisurely budget educational holiday and explore the capital of Austria in literally from the inside;
- over the past 5 - 7 years in November, almost anomalous warm weather with a temperature of +15°C - +20°C. So there is every chance of catching a late Indian summer in Vienna.
Minuses The November trip also has some and they are, of course, related to the weather:
- There is no escape from the time of year and the cold drizzling autumn rains. Be sure to pack a raincoat, umbrella and waterproof shoes in your suitcase;
- wind and air temperature of about +5°C also do not add advantages to a trip in November, especially if you are traveling with kids. To prevent the weather from ruining your vacation, stock up on warm clothes, especially at the end of the month when sub-zero temperatures and wet snow occur.
Weather in Vienna in November
Usually the weather in November-December is cool, closer to winter, with wind and rain. But it’s impossible to say definitively about the weather this month: some days are fine and sunny, and some are rainy and cool.
The weather in early November is still close to October, and the thermometer during the day can rise to +15°C.
As winter approaches, it gets colder, and the temperature in Vienna in mid-November can drop to +2°C at night, and on windy days it feels even lower. The weather in Vienna at the end of November is the same as in December - it can snow, which quickly melts, turning into slush, and the thermometer begins to show sub-zero marks.
Air temperature
Moderate continental climate clearly separates all four seasons in the Austrian capital. And if this is the last month of autumn, it means it will gradually get colder, and temperatures will approach winter levels. But Vienna has its own peculiarity: autumn here is characterized by frequent returns of warmth and dry weather. Therefore, if you are lucky, you may well get to Vienna during the warm days of November.
Air temperature in Vienna in November
Considering the vagaries of the weather and observations over several recent years, average temperature in Vienna in November is: during the day - +10°C - +12°C, at night - +1°C - +3°C. At the same time, the daytime temperature in Vienna in November at the beginning of the month is +12°C - +15°C, and towards the end it drops to +5°C - +8°C.
Precipitation
The amount of precipitation falling in November is quite small compared to the summer months - 39 mm, but this is due to drizzling rains, frequent fogs and high humidity. The number of rainy days is about 14. Snowfalls may occur towards the end of the month, but the snow usually melts quickly, turning into slush.
Sunny, cloudy, cloudy days
The ratio of sunny and cloudy days in November is approximately half: 14 days with sun and 16 rainy, snowy or cloudy days. Keeping in mind the possible surprises of nature, we note that this ratio can change in one direction or the other.
Excursion holidays: what places are worth visiting
At the beginning of November, the weather is quite favorable to tourists and pleases with sun and quiet days, so choose such days for hiking. A bad and rainy day can be usefully spent in museums and exhibitions, in shopping centers, or warm up in a cozy restaurant, tasting Viennese delicacies.
On a warm sunny day, choose Volksgarten Park or People's Park for a walk with the whole family. Cozy and well-groomed, it is always conducive to a photo shoot and active recreation. There you will find the “Triton” and “Nymph” fountains, whose age has crossed the hundred-year mark; a small copy of the Temple of Theseus, where exhibitions are held; ponds and natural reservoirs, as well as a monument to Elizabeth of Bavaria, made of snow-white marble.
To beat the weather in mid-November, grab the kids and go with them. What else is there to do in the capital of the Viennese waltz and Strauss music? The five-story building is full of unexpected surprises, expositions, interactive games and sound experiments. Delight is guaranteed not only for children, but also for adults.
Don't forget about the Vienna City Card, which can be purchased in Vienna for a period of 1 - 3 days. It will be useful to you in cafes, museums and public transport, providing many discounts or free travel.
In the very center of Vienna is located, which is rightfully considered the most visited place in the capital. Paintings and unique graphic works are presented here. The many palace halls with tens of thousands of drawings and hundreds of thousands of printed graphics are unlikely to leave anyone indifferent. It is worth knowing that for children and youth under 19 years of age, admission to the gallery is free. So why not take advantage of this opportunity?
It's rare to find an adult who doesn't like chocolate, and even rarer to find a child. Vienna offers a visit. What's not there! Glass walls in the workshop where it is made will allow visitors to see the entire process. Antique devices, like the first stamping machines chocolates, they will talk about the historical features of making this dessert. A master class for children and adults will allow you to make your own candies or make a drawing from chocolate.
If you are vacationing in Vienna with children at the end of November, and the weather is not at all pleasant with warmth and sun, be sure to visit. This is a center with several thematic halls and changing interactive exhibitions. The delight of visiting is guaranteed for both babies and older children, and, needless to say, even their parents.
Holidays, events and festivals
Holidays in Vienna in November smoothly flow from the previous month, end and new ones begin. So you definitely won’t be bored. Despite the fact that November is not popular with tourists, this month has enough events for a fun and educational pastime.
- If you arrived in Vienna at the beginning of November, you will still have time to visit the festival that began in October. Viennale film festival, where directors from all over the world present their work.
- Vienna is the capital of the waltz, everyone knows it. And just November confirms this fact. There are two festivals for dance lovers. The first one is Festival “Everybody Dance!”, organized by one of the local dance schools. During this period, Vienna is more like one huge dance floor, where not only professionals, but also everyone dances. And immediately after this festival opens ball season. Incredibly, during the ball season in Vienna there are about 300 balls! Therefore, it’s time to buy a ball gown or tailcoat, don’t forget to buy a ticket and get into a fairy tale.
- For real gourmets and simply lovers of good food, the time to come with friends or family is in the first half of November, or rather, the 11th. On this day Catholic Church honors the memory St. Martin's. All restaurants serve goose cooked according to special recipe, with pickled red cabbage, dumplings and chestnuts. In addition, on this day it is customary to visit small restaurants on the outskirts of Vienna - heurigers - to try young wine. It is November 11 that is officially considered the day of ripening of the new harvest wine, and from this day last year’s wine is considered old.
- A month before Christmas, on the twentieth of November, Christmas markets. Therefore, already in the last month of autumn you can feel the holiday atmosphere: festive illumination, entertainment for children and adults, aromas of baking, fairs of folk crafts and Christmas tree decorations.
Shopping
For shopping lovers, any month of the year is suitable, including November. Moreover, in Vienna there is where to go for a walk! Shopping centers, entire shopping streets and neighborhoods offer clothes, shoes and accessories from famous brands for every taste. Sales in November are few and far between; items from the fall-winter collections are still on sale. World shopping centers is actively preparing for the Christmas holidays with their fabulous discounts and sales. In the meantime, you can just enjoy shopping and the latest fashion from leading designers.
Vacation prices
Due to the fact that November is not popular among tourists as a month for active travel, prices in Vienna in November are accordingly slightly lower than in the previous month. Most tourists begin planning their December holidays in November. So, travelers who want to save a little on their trip may be quite happy with November.
Flight
If you have planned a trip to Vienna for the last month of autumn, you have the opportunity to save a little on air tickets. Compared to October, they become 7% - 10% lower, and in December prices will begin to rise rapidly, taking into account holidays and sales.
Tours
Most tourists choose September or October for autumn travel, so in November hotels are free, and even a little cheaper. Prices for tours at this time are reduced compared to previous months and become 8 - 10% lower.
Food
If you get hungry while walking, then for a quick snack of a hot dog or kebab you need to pay 3 - 4 euros. Beer with them will cost about three euros, and a cappuccino about 2.5 euros.
Prices in restaurants for locals and restaurants for tourists can vary greatly. So, for the famous Wiener schnitzel, be prepared to pay from 15 to 25 euros, but know that in a local restaurant you can eat it for seven. In coffee shops in Vienna, you will need to pay about 1 euro for a croissant, about three euros for a cake or bun, and up to 3.5 euros for a cappuccino.
Well, you shouldn’t deny yourself a real Viennese dessert - Sachertorte. You can try the original dessert in the cafe of the same name, paying a little over 8 euros per piece.
Considering the not very friendly weather November, for a holiday with kids we recommend choosing September or early October, when there is a greater chance of catching warm weather sunny days and enjoy walks with a stroller.
If you are planning a trip with children school age and want to make it educational and entertaining by visiting museums, exhibitions and playgrounds, you can safely choose November for the school holidays. Moreover, at this time prices for flights and hotels are reduced. But this month is hardly suitable for long walks in the fresh air.
By planning a vacation, you expect to have a good time and escape from everyday worries. In this case, think over your route around the city: museums, exhibitions, cozy restaurants for an evening for two, noisy pubs with cheerful company, entertainment for children, shopping. Don't forget to take warm clothes and comfortable shoes so that you are not caught off guard by the treacherous November weather. Then you will enjoy your trip and truly relax. And Vienna will not let you get bored and will try to please you with warm days in November, a special atmosphere and unforgettable impressions.
In November, the capital of Austria will most likely be cool, and in the second half, snow and slush may add to the cold. Read on the Tour Calendar about all the nuances of a trip to Vienna in November!
Weather in Vienna in November
In November, Vienna becomes cooler, the foliage noticeably thins, and you can feel the imminent approach of winter. Definitely about November weather It’s hard to say in the city - here it can be either clear, sunny days or cloudy and rainy. Often, at the end of autumn, a terribly unpleasant piercing wind rises in the capital, at such times you want to take refuge in one of the cozy Viennese cafes or restaurants. The air temperature in early November is usually around +12..+16°C, while in the second half it is more often around +5..+8°C. IN individual years the last month of autumn may turn out to be very warm, as, for example, in 2010, when the first week of the month the temperature rarely dropped below +15..+20 degrees. Still, we recommend refraining from traveling to Vienna in November and, if possible, rescheduling it either to - or to the second half. If this is not possible, then try to pack your suitcase so that the cold, dank weather does not come as a surprise to you.
What to do in Vienna in November?
Due to the November coolness, walking around the capital from morning to evening is unlikely to be comfortable, so when going here at the end of autumn, you should carefully consider your route, combining sightseeing with visits to museums, exhibitions, concerts and other interesting events. Already in the middle of the month, Christmas markets begin their work; rich illumination, cute souvenirs and winter goodies help create a festive atmosphere and anticipate the holiday long before its onset.
Entertainment and excursions
So, you are finally in the capital, what to see and do? In the center, the first thing you will see will be St. Stephen's Cathedral, the famous Vienna Opera and Am Hof Square, where there are such historical attractions as the Am Hof Church, the Civil Arsenal, Mary's Column, Collalto Palace. Next, you can stroll along the three most famous Viennese streets - Kohlmarkt, Kentnerstrasse and Graben, forming the so-called “Golden U”. From here it is very close to the famous Vienna Hofburg Palace. Another equally popular route is the Vienna boulevard ring Ringstrasse, where the Town Hall, the Exchange, the Parliament building, the University and the Burgtheater are located. And this is just the center of Vienna...
Often, walks can be interrupted by not entirely favorable weather, when you want to go to one of the cozy cafes or restaurants; here it is easy to get to performances with national songs and dances. A visit to one of Vienna's more than a hundred museums would be a good idea. By the way, if you come to Vienna for a few days and expect to visit several museums, then consider purchasing the so-called “Vienna Card”. This is a kind of tourist pass, it allows you not only to visit many museums and attractions of the city with a significant discount, but also gives you the opportunity to travel for free on all types of public transport, which is especially relevant in November. Of particular interest to tourists is tram route No. 1, which runs through the historical center of the capital.
Holidays and festivals
In November, Vienna hosts a number of cultural events that will be of particular interest to lovers of music, fashion and photography. At the beginning of the month, you can visit the Viennale film festival, which began back in Vienna, where the work of film directors from all over the world is presented. At the fashion and photography festival you will learn about the latest trends among young Austrian designers. Dance lovers will be interested in two events in November. The first of them is the “Everybody Dance!” festival, organized by the local association of dance schools. These days, the city center turns into a large dance hall, where not only professionals, but also everyone dances to live music. After this festival, the ball season begins, during which up to 300 balls are held!
Vienna in November is also attractive for real gourmets. The fact is that in the last autumn month the Feast of St. Martin is celebrated here, at which time many restaurants prepare goose according to a special recipe - with potato dumplings, chestnuts and red cabbage. In addition, in November, residents and guests of the capital like to visit heurigers, where they offer young wine grown in the suburbs of Vienna along with traditional Austrian cuisine.
In November, the capital of Austria will most likely be cool, and in the second half, snow and slush may add to the cold. Read on the Tour Calendar about all the nuances of a trip to Vienna in November!
Weather in Vienna in November
In November, Vienna becomes cooler, the foliage noticeably thins, and you can feel the imminent approach of winter. It’s difficult to say for sure about the November weather in the city - there can be either clear, sunny days or cloudy and rainy days. Often, at the end of autumn, a terribly unpleasant piercing wind rises in the capital, at such times you want to take refuge in one of the cozy Viennese cafes or restaurants. The air temperature in early November is usually around +12..+16°C, while in the second half it is more often around +5..+8°C. In some years, the last month of autumn can be very warm, as, for example, in 2010, when the first week of the month the temperature rarely dropped below +15..+20 degrees. Still, we recommend refraining from traveling to Vienna in November and, if possible, rescheduling it either to - or to the second half. If this is not possible, then try to pack your suitcase so that the cold, dank weather does not come as a surprise to you.
What to do in Vienna in November?
Due to the November coolness, walking around the capital from morning to evening is unlikely to be comfortable, so when going here at the end of autumn, you should carefully consider your route, combining sightseeing with visits to museums, exhibitions, concerts and other interesting events. Already in the middle of the month, Christmas markets begin their work; rich illumination, cute souvenirs and winter goodies help create a festive atmosphere and anticipate the holiday long before its onset.
Entertainment and excursions
So, you are finally in the capital, what to see and do? In the center, the first thing you will see will be St. Stephen's Cathedral, the famous Vienna Opera and Am Hof Square, where there are such historical attractions as the Am Hof Church, the Civil Arsenal, Mary's Column, Collalto Palace. Next, you can stroll along the three most famous Viennese streets - Kohlmarkt, Kentnerstrasse and Graben, forming the so-called “Golden U”. From here it is very close to the famous Vienna Hofburg Palace. Another equally popular route is the Vienna boulevard ring Ringstrasse, where the Town Hall, the Exchange, the Parliament building, the University and the Burgtheater are located. And this is just the center of Vienna...
Often, walks can be interrupted by not entirely favorable weather, when you want to go to one of the cozy cafes or restaurants; here it is easy to get to performances with national songs and dances. A visit to one of Vienna's more than a hundred museums would be a good idea. By the way, if you come to Vienna for a few days and expect to visit several museums, then consider purchasing the so-called “Vienna Card”. This is a kind of tourist pass, it allows you not only to visit many museums and attractions of the city with a significant discount, but also gives you the opportunity to travel for free on all types of public transport, which is especially relevant in November. Of particular interest to tourists is tram route No. 1, which runs through the historical center of the capital.
Holidays and festivals
In November, Vienna hosts a number of cultural events that will be of particular interest to lovers of music, fashion and photography. At the beginning of the month, you can visit the Viennale film festival, which began back in Vienna, where the work of film directors from all over the world is presented. At the fashion and photography festival you will learn about the latest trends among young Austrian designers. Dance lovers will be interested in two events in November. The first of them is the “Everybody Dance!” festival, organized by the local association of dance schools. These days, the city center turns into a large dance hall, where not only professionals, but also everyone dances to live music. After this festival, the ball season begins, during which up to 300 balls are held!
Vienna in November is also attractive for real gourmets. The fact is that in the last autumn month the Feast of St. Martin is celebrated here, at which time many restaurants prepare goose according to a special recipe - with potato dumplings, chestnuts and red cabbage. In addition, in November, residents and guests of the capital like to visit heurigers, where they offer young wine grown in the suburbs of Vienna along with traditional Austrian cuisine.
In November, the capital of Austria experiences changeable weather. Everything points to a quick approach real winter, and therefore warm things should form the basis of the wardrobe. In the last autumn month, you won’t always be able to spend a lot of time outside, but you will have a chance to appreciate the comfort of Viennese cafes and small restaurants, enjoy visiting famous theaters, visit exhibitions and, moreover, take part in interesting events.
Where to start getting acquainted with the cultural capital of Europe? For example, you can plan a vacation in Vienna in November so that you can get there on St. Martin's Day (November 11). From this day on, the so-called “goose season” starts, when many dishes from this bird appear on the menus of Viennese restaurants. You can try them on another day, but cooking goose on St. Martin's Day is an old tradition. It is served with dumplings, red cabbage, and chestnuts. This dish, worthy of attention gourmets.
What else you should definitely do on November 11 is try the new wine. On this day, they begin to offer it for tasting in small home restaurants (taverns). It is believed that the wine is already “ripe”; the drink from the previous harvest is officially classified as “old”.
There are countless holidays in November. This month marks the beginning of the ball season, which will gain momentum closer to the Christmas and New Year celebrations, but on November 11 at exactly 11.11 local time, Vienna begins to dance. The Graben street in the city center will turn into a large dance floor where everyone can enjoy live music and waltzes.
Mid-November is the start time of large Christmas markets, including the most famous of them - the fair on Town Hall Square. From this moment on, the city gradually begins to be enveloped in a premonition of the holiday, which only increases towards the end of the month.