Courtly exhibitions
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Courtly exhibitions
Österreichische Post AG. Info.Mail. Entgelt bezahlt. 01 2016 Journal Schönbrunn Palace // Schönbrunn Zoo // Hofburg Vienna // Imperial Furniture Collection // Schloss Hof // Schloss Niederweiden Courtly exhibitions The audience waiting room at the Hofburg Imperial Apartments, where guests once waited ahead of their audience with the Emperor, also hosts fascinating small-scale exhibitions. Mater dolorosa Special exhibition about Empress Elisabeth in mourning Page 3 All new Schloss Hof and Schloss Niederweiden get the season under way Pages 3–4 Elephant spa Bath time is set to become even more fun for Schönbrunn’s pachyderms Page 6 Imperial Austria An imperial year Whether it was the consecration of a church, a school or even an observatory, Emperor Franz Joseph was a firm believer in marking anniversaries. And 100 years after his death we are taking up the challenge of shining a critical light on his life from various different angles. But there is also lots going on elsewhere in Imperial Austria right now. W hat could be more romantic than waking a fairytale palace from its slumber? This happy task falls to Schloss Schönbrunn Kultur- und Betriebsges.m.b.H. Originally a hunting lodge constructed by the architect Fischer von Erlach for Count Starhemberg, the property was subsequently sold by the nobleman’s widow to Prince Eugene of Savoy – the man who built the nearby Schloss Hof. Clearly taken by both, Empress Maria Theresa decided to buy Schloss Niederweiden when she acquired Schloss Hof. In 2016 this architectural gem will fully reopen to the public for the first time in years, taking its place as one of four venues for a large-scale special exhibition entitled Franz Joseph 18301916 – On the occasion of the centenary of the Emperor's Death. It is hard to imagine a more fitting location for the Hunting & Recreation segment of the exhibition than this hunting lodge with its fully-equipped and fully-functioning game kitchen. Niederweiden: a palace emerges from its slumber There is also a great deal going on at Schloss Hof this year, making it more attractive than ever to visitors: two new experience trails give an immersive insight into the era of Prince Eugene. A newly redesigned orangery exudes Mediterranean charm whatever the time of year. Schloss Hof hosts a packed schedule of events: from an Easter Mar- Tour operator special Imperial Austria will be glad to advise you on group tours and provide information on these historic sites dating back to the Austro-Hungarian Empire. www.imperial-austria.at ket and Christmas Village to fun for all the family, as well as full-moon summer nights and exclusive musical and culinary highlights, there is something to suit every taste. This year brings a number of new events including a games festival, musketeers at Schloss Hof, a camel festival and an autumnal garden party. Imperial locations famously provide the most attractive backdrops for Easter and Christmas markets, with venues such as Schloss Hof and Schönbrunn Palace set to prove their popularity once again this year. Bang on time for the bathing season, a new pool is being built for the six-strong herd of elephants at Schönbrunn Zoo. Find out elsewhere in this issue how many standard bath tubs it takes to fill an elephant-sized pool. It also contains information about Mater dolorosa – Empress Elisabeth in mourning, the current exhibition at the Imperial Apartments at the Vienna Hofburg. ◀ Schönbrunn Zoo © Schloss Hof/Gerfried Tamerler (1)/Müller (1), Tiergarten Schönbrunn Two new experience trails add to the estate’s appeal 02 Schloss Schönbrunn Kultur- und Betriebsges.m.b.H. Mater dolorosa Empress Elisabeth in mourning (until 22 May 2016) the show and is giving special guided tours in German on the second Friday of each month at 3.30pm. Thanks to fascinating exhibitions such as Mater dolorosa – Empress Elisabeth in mourning, the Imperial Apartments at the Hofburg are always worth a visit. www.hofburg-wien.at Curator Olivia Lichtscheidl Another exhibition devoted to Empress Elisabeth as a passionate and excellent horsewoman will follow in the second half of the year. ◀ © SKB / Dieter Nagl E mpress Elisabeth’s life was defined by two tragic deaths: she lost her first daughter Sophie at the age of just two, while her son Rudolf went on to take his own life as an adult. The responses to these tragedies and the Viennese court’s approach to mourning are two of the central themes at the current special exhibition in the audience waiting room at the Imperial Apartments at the Vienna Hofburg. Curator Olivia Lichtscheidl has brought together 22 highly personal items for OPENING TIMES Hofburg (Imperial Apartments, Sisi Museum and Imperial Silver Collection) Daily 9am-5.30pm (Jul/Aug: until 6pm) Hofburg/Michaelerkuppel 1010 Vienna Tel. +43 1 533 75 70 Franz Joseph 1830-1916 © Hofmobiliendepot · Möbel Museum Wien/Wieland Kloimstein, Kaiserliche Wagenburg Wien/KHM-Museumsverband, Schloss Niederweiden/Gerfried Tamerler Hofburg Wien, Arbeitszimmer Special exhibition on the occasion of the centenary of the Emperor's death (16 Mar-27 Nov 2016) S chloss Schönbrunn Kultur- und Betriebsges.m.b.H. and the KHM-Museumsverband will be shedding light on the life and influence of the long-reigning Emperor at four different venues in 2016. Grouped according to the following topics, ours is the largest exhibition of the special anniversary year: Man & Monarch (Schönbrunn Palace), Majesty & Modesty (Imperial Carriage Museum Vienna), Festivities & Everyday Life (Imperial Furniture Collection) and Hunting & Recreation (Schloss Niederweiden). Imperial Furniture Collection Schloss Niederweiden Imperial Carriage Museum Vienna Each location offers free audio guides, fascinating guided tours for adults and children, and literary and culinary treats with a link to the Habsburg Emperor. Available online at www.franzjoseph2016.at, there is also a short film to give you a sneak preview. The official website contains background information on the exhibition. Valid between March and November, an attractive combination ticket allows visitors to take in all four participating venues. ◀ OPENING TIMES: 16 Mar-27 Nov 2016 daily Schönbrunn Palace and Imperial Carriage Museum Vienna 9am-5pm Imperial Furniture Collection & Schloss Niederweiden 10am-6pm www.franzjoseph2016.at 03 Schloss Hof / Schloss Niederweiden Schloss Hof and Schloss Niederweiden: picture postcard palaces As if this pair of stately homes in the Marchfeld region weren’t already charming enough – a range of new attractions is set to make Schloss Hof and Schloss Niederweiden worth a visit more than ever before in 2016. Farmstead – Schloss Hof SCHLOSS HOF: 2016 summer season 12 Mar-27 Nov 2016, daily 10am-6pm Day tickets Adults €13 Children aged 6-18 €8 (children up to 6 free) Family day pass (2 adults and 3 children) €34 Group rates on request 04 just as the high season starts, another attraction will open at the estate: visitors can slip into the role of a stable boy or milk maid on a pair of new adventure trails and find out more about life on the farmstead in Prince Eugene’s day. The hands-on journey culminates with a princely treat. Putting on the Ritz The farmstead and its four-legged residents are also at the heart of various events at Schloss Hof, which include a Baroque animal procession, an equestrian festival and, for the first time this year, a camel festival. The annual event schedule gets under way with an Easter Market, followed by spring garden days, full-moon evenings in the Baroque garden, an autumn garden party, a kiteflying festival and finally the perennial Christmas village. A murder mystery theatre with dinner and popular concerts by the Marchfeld Philharmonic Orchestra set the culinary and musical tone. 2016 will also see the launch of two important renovation projects that will run until 2017: reconstructing the largest cascade and revitalising the seventh terrace will restore the magnificent formal gardens at Schloss Hof to the former glory once immortalised on Canaletto’s paintings. Small cascade – Schloss Hof this architectural masterpiece, which was created by Fischer von Erlach as a game lodge for Count Starhemberg in the hunter’s paradise of the Marchfeld region. In 2017 the Baroque Schloss Nieder weiden will be one of five venues for the 300 Years of Maria Theresa exhibition. ◀ Game kitchen – Schloss Niederweiden Game for anything As one of the four hosts of the exhibition Franz Joseph 1830-1916 – On the occasion of the centenary of the Emperor's Death, Schloss Niederweiden will reopen to the general public. The faithfully recreated game kitchen is just one of the attractions at Contact: 2294 Schlosshof 1 Tel. +43 2285 20 000 office@schlosshof.at www.schlosshof.at © Schloss Hof: Hertha Hurnaus (1), Müller (2) A combination of Baroque palace, formal gardens comprising seven terraces and working estate, Schloss Hof is Austria’s largest country palace complex. The 240 or so varieties of animals that live on the estate include rare sheep and chickens, old Austrian domestic breeds as well as more exotic species such as camels and alpacas. There are also white donkeys, which are typical of the Baroque period. A trip to the petting zoo, stables or a walk through the paddocks provides a touch of animal magic. A separate interactive exhibition about life on the estate can be found in the Bäckenhof section of the complex. In mid-March, Schönbrunn Zoo Exclusive after-hours zoo visits One for the night owls! When the zoo closes its doors, you can see a completely different side to the animals on an evening or night tour. Discount rates are available for tour operators. Ring-tailed lemurs Evening tours As the last rays of sun hit the imperial ochre of the Baroque buildings, many of the animals are tucking into their evening meal, while others are getting ready to bed down for the night. During the evening tours, which are only available during summer, you will be given special access to the animals in the world’s oldest zoo. “Tour guests can watch the elephants enjoy their nightly ration of hay. Elephants only sleep for three to four hours a night. The rest of their time is spent foraging for food,” explains the zoo’s managing director Dagmar Schratter. Lasting an hour and a half, the tour takes in all parts of the zoo and is punctuated by regular stops at various enclosures for some fascinating animal facts. The special charm of the evening after the last regular visitors have left is sure to leave a lasting impression. Look on as the lions stretch their paws out in front of them in the setting sun. And while the sea lions are slowly winding down for the day, the ring-tailed lemurs are still out swinging through the trees before they too turn in for the night. Night tours Sleepyheads need not apply! The night tours give you a unique opportunity to tiptoe through the zoo with an expert guide and take a unique look at some of the nocturnal and sleeping animals. As night falls over Vienna, some of the zoo’s inhabitants come to life. “The Egyptian fruit bats sleep throughout the day and during the late evening and night they fly through the hippo house on the lookout for food,” Schratter explains. Equipped with low-light amplifiers, participants will be able to see them and various other interesting discoveries. The wolves patrol their territory in the moonlight and, like all felines, the tigers like to get up and stretch their legs between naps from time to time. During © Tiergarten Schönbrunn, Daniel Zupanc Arctic wolf A magnet for visitors Schönbrunn Zoo »» Voted Europe’s Best Zoo for the fourth time in a row »» Tripadvisor Winner 2015 OPENING TIMES »» Daily from 9am www.zoovienna.at Kaiserpavillon the night-time tour, experienced zoologists will share countless nuggets of information on the sleeping habits of various species. One thing is certain: koalas are serious sleepyheads – these Australian marsupials spend up to 20 hours a day dozing in the tree forks. ◀ Evening tours: approx. 1.5 hours from April to September max. 160 people incl. admission and tour: €19 instead of €21 per person Night tours: approx. 1,5 hours daily, by arrangement max. 80 people incl. admission and tour: €21 instead of €23 per person RESERVATIONS: Tel. +43 (0)1 877 92 94 500 reservierung@zoovienna.at 05 Partner attractions and services © Tiergarten Schönbrunn, Norbert Potensky 1,500 bathtubs for Schönbrunn’s elephants More bath-time fun for the elephants: Schönbrunn Zoo is building a new pool for its pachyderms, meaning that there is plenty of fun in store for visitors. Showering, wallowing in mud and bathing: elephants are water babies at heart. "In summer the water helps the animals cool off. But it is essential for keeping their skin in tip-top condition throughout the year," explains zoo director Dagmar Schratter. At the moment the members of the six-strong herd take a shower every day. And there is a mud bath for them to wallow in. The bath needed for the largest land mammals on earth is truly gigantic: the new elephant pool has a volume of 225 cubic metres, which is equivalent to 1,500 standard bath tubs. There will also be a waterfall coming out of the pump house in the middle of the pool. At the same time water jets will provide a massage, creating an elephantine spa experience. The new pool will be ready in spring 2016, just in time for the new bathing season. It will also be a major attraction for visitors. "The pool is being built in the front part of the elephant park so that visitors will have a great view of the animals splashing around." Dagmar Schratter explains. Schönbrunner Tiergarten GmbH E-mail: info@zoovienna.at Tel. +43 1 877 92 94 www.zoovienna.at SCHLOSS SCHÖNBRUNN KONZERTE ORANGERIE SCHÖNBRUNN Schoenbrunn Palace Concerts Klassische Konzerte in der Orangerie Schönbrunn Schoenbrunn Palace Orchestra Vienna awaits you at the fully renovated Palace Orangery where Mozart himself performed in 1786. The concert is a fine selection of masterful music by Mozart and Strauss, rounded off by dance and vocal performances. Seit 1997 haben sich die Schönbrunner Schlosskonzerte als fixer Bestandteil des Wiener Kultur- und Musiklebens etabliert. In der traditionsreichen Orangerie Schönbrunn in Wien präsentieren das Schloss Schönbrunn Orchester Vienna und das Schloss Schönbrunn Ensemble Vienna mit einem täglich wechselnden Programm die schönsten Melodien von Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart und Johann Strauß. Durch den Konzertabend begleiten Sie zwei Opernsänger – eine Sopranistin und ein Bariton – und ein charmantes Ballettpaar in historischen Kostümen. DIE ORANGERIE SCHÖNBRUNN IN WIEN WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART UND JOHANN STRAUSS Die barocke Orangerie Schönbrunn bietet einen unübertroffenen Rahmen für klassische Konzerte. Bereits zu Zeiten der Habsburger erfreuten sich hier Festlichkeiten mit musikalischem Rahmenprogramm großer Beliebtheit. Bei einem dieser Konzerte kam es auch zu dem in der Musikgeschichte wohl einmaligen musikalischen Wettstreit zwischen Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart und Antonio Salieri. Im ersten Teil des Konzerts genießen Sie einige der schönsten Ouvertüren, Arien und Duette aus Wolfgang Zu ausgewählten Terminen finden die Schönbrunner Amadeus Mozarts Opern wie zum Beispiel „Le Schlosskonzerte in der Großen Galerie, im Weißgold- Concerts, Since the establishment ofNozze the Schoenbrunn Palace di Figaro“, „Die Zauberflöte“ und „Don Giovanni“. zimmer von Schloss Schönbrunn bzw. in ausgesuchten beliebtesten Operettenarien, Walzer und Polkas des Wiener Konzertsälen statt. Auf Anfrage senden wir the dailyDie performances of the Schoenbrunn Palace Orchestra Walzerkönigs Johann Strauß, von „Die Fledermaus“ Ihnen gerne den detaillierten Spielplan zu! und „Der Zigeunerbaron“ bis zum „Donauwalzer“ und play an demessential role cultural and musical life. „Radetzkymarsch“, erfreuen Sie imin zweitenVienna's Teil des Konzerts. At the Orangery Schoenbrunn, a place rich in tradition, the Schoenbrunn Palace Orchestra and the Schoenbrunn Chamber Ensemble perform the most beautiful tunes of the classic composers Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Johann Strauss. Schloss Schönbrunn Konzerte Tel. +43 1 812 5004 www.imagevienna.com 06 Wiener Musik, vorge mit echter und geleb Tradition – eine völli - (Sch Sterne der Opernbüh gourmets ein unverg Ereignis in der besten ein echtes Wiener M .. (Russla TERMINE © Schloss Esterházy Partner attractions and services The Esterházy Palace in Eisenstadt, Burgenland: Esterházy Palace, once a residence of great magnates and now a striking landmark at the heart of Burgenland‘s capital Eisenstadt, is one of Austria‘s most stunning Baroque palaces. Today a museum, venue for cultural events and research centre, it houses the exceptional private collection of the Esterházy dynasty. Be inspired at the place where Lord Nelson listened to the music of Joseph Haydn and appreciate rooms that have stories to tell. Please direct any inquiries to: Bernadette Hubmann Schloss Esterházy, 7000 Eisenstadt Tel. +43 2682 63004 722 E-mail: b.hubmann@esterhazy.at www.esterhazy.at © Stift Klosterneuburg To appreciate Burgenland’s wines while relaxing in the stylish wine bar and tasting some of the splendid wines of our region – this is possible in the "Vinothek Selektion Burgenland" just opposite the palace. Also located directly opposite the palace is the restaurant "Henrici". The exclusive atmosphere of the former court stables, designed by Benedikt Henrici, makes fine dining a truly unique experience. 14th Easter Market Schloß Schönbrunn 9 to 29 March 2016 Daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Traditional handicrafts Jazz at the Easter Market Easter workshop for children Interactive game www.eastermarket.at © 2016 MTS Wien GmbH / Photo: Gerhard Fally KLOSTERNEUBURG MONASTERY In 1114 Klosterneuburg Monastery was founded by St. Leopold III. For over 900 years it’s sacred and cultural centre as well as producer of excellent wines. The Babenberg like the Habsburg resided here. The Archducal Coronet in the treasury celebrates its 400-year-old jubilee 2016 with an annual exhibition. Tel. +43 2243 411-212 groups@stift-klosterneuburg.at www.stift-klosterneuburg.at 07 Veranstaltungen / Events Journal MÄRZ / MARCH bis/until 22.05. Mater Dolorosa – Die trauernde Kaiserin Elisabeth Mater Dolorosa - Empress Elisabeth in mourning 09. - 29.03. Ostermarkt Schloß Schönbrunn www.ostermarkt.co.at Easter Market Schönbrunn Palacewww.eastermarket.at 15.03. Saisonstart: Kronprinzengarten, Orangeriegarten, Irrgarten und Gloriette Aussichtsterrassewww.schoenbrunn.at Season opening: Privy Garden, Orangery Garden, Maze and Gloriette Viewing Terracewww.schoenbrunn.at 16.03. 27.11. 16.03. 27.11. Franz Joseph 1830-1916 – „Mensch & Herrscher“ Franz Joseph 1830-1916 – Man & Monarch Franz Joseph 1830-1916 – „Fest & Alltag“ Franz Joseph 1830-1916 – Festivities & Everyday Life 16.03. 27.11. Franz Joseph 1830-1916 – „Jagd & Freizeit“ Franz Joseph 1830-1916 – Hunting & Recreation 16.03. 27.11. Franz Joseph 1830-1916 Franz Joseph 1830-1916 Ausstellung im Audienzwartesaalwww.hofburg-wien.at Sonderausstellung, Schloß Schönbrunnwww.franzjoseph2016.at Sonderausstellung, Hofmobiliendepot Sonderausstellung, Schloss Niederweiden Führungen und Begleitprogramm für alle Standorte www.franzjoseph2016.at www.franzjoseph2016.at www.franzjoseph2016.at 12. & 13.03. Ostermarkt Schloss Hof 19. & 20.03. 10.00 – 18.00 Uhr 19. - 28.03. www.schlosshof.at Osterwerkstatt „Rund ums Ei und Nest“ www.zoovienna.at Kreativprogramm und Ausstellung Temporary exhibition in the Audience Waiting Roomwww.hofburg-wien.at Temporary exhibition, Schönbrunn Palace Temporary exhibition, Imperial Furniture Collection Temporary exhibition, Schloss Niederweiden Tours and fringe program for all locations www.franzjoseph2016.at www.franzjoseph2016.at www.franzjoseph2016.at www.franzjoseph2016.at Easter Market Schloss Hof 10am – 6pm Easter workshop Eggs and nests Creative workshops and exhibition www.schlosshof.at www.zoovienna.at 27. & 28.03. Ostern auf Schloss Hofwww.schlosshof.at Easter at Schloss Hofwww.schlosshof.at 27. & 28.03. Osterfest im Tiergarten Schönbrunnwww.zoovienna.at Easter festival at Schönbrunn Zoowww.zoovienna.at APRIL 23. & 24.04. Spielefest auf Schloss Hof www.schlosshof.at 23. & 24.04. Tiere sehen. Arten schützen. „Welt-Tapir-Tag“ www.zoovienna.at Games festival at Schloss Hof www.schlosshof.at See animals. Protect species. World Tapir Day www.zoovienna.at MAI / MAY 01.05. Barocker Tierumzug und Tanz um den Maibaum auf Schloss Hof www.schlosshof.at Baroque animal prcession and maypole dancing at Schloss Hof www.schlosshof.at Musketierspiele zu Gast auf Schloss Hof 05.05. 07. & 08.05. www.schlosshof.at Musketeer festival on tour at Schloss Hof www.schlosshof.at 06.05./10.06. Krimitheater mit Dinner auf Schloss Hof 26.08./23.09. www.schlosshof.at Murder mystery theatre and dinner at Schloss Hof www.schlosshof.at See animals. Protect species. World Migratory Bird Day celebrations www.zoovienna.at 14. & 16.05. Tiere sehen. Arten schützen. „Welt-Zugvogel-Tag“ Wir feiern den Waldrapp!www.zoovienna.at 13. - 16.05. Zitrustage in der Orangerie Schönbrunn 15. - 16.05. Pfingstfrühschoppen auf Schloss Hof www.schlosshof.at Citrus Days in the Orangery at Schönbrunn 10am – 6pm www.oegg.or.at/16-wiener-zitrustage Pentecost drinks at Schloss Hof www.schlosshof.at 26. - 29.05. Frühlingsgartentage auf Schloss Hof www.schlosshof.at Spring Garden Days at Schloss Hof 26.05. Sommernachtskonzert der Wiener Philharmoniker 10 – 18 Uhrwww.oegg.or.at/16-wiener-zitrustage www.schoenbrunn.at www.schlosshof.at Summer Night Concert by the Vienna Philharmonic www.schoenbrunn.at JUNI / JUNE 05.06. Kamelfest auf Schloss Hof 08.06. Tiere sehen. Arten schützen. „World Ocean Day“ www.schlosshof.at www.zoovienna.at Camel festival at Schloss Hof www.schlosshof.at See animals. Protect species. World Ocean Day www.zoovienna.at JULI /JULY 04. - 08.07. Sommerferienspiel „Let it grow“ – Summer holiday fun Let it grow – 15.07. Tiere sehen. Arten schützen. „Arctic Sea Ice Day“ See animals. Protect species. Arctic Sea Ice Day Vollmondnacht im Barockgarten von Schloss Hof Full moon night in the Baroque garden www.schlosshof.at Full moon night in the Baroque garden www.schlosshof.at die EAZA Naturschutz-Kampagne www.zoovienna.at www.zoovienna.at 16.07. www.schlosshof.at the EAZA nature conservation campaign www.zoovienna.at www.zoovienna.at AUGUST 14.08. Vollmondnacht im Barockgarten von Schloss Hof www.schlosshof.at SEPTEMBER 01. - 04.09. Tiere sehen. Arten schützen. „Artenschutztage 2016“ See animals. Protect species. Species Protection Days 11.09. Großes Pferdefest auf Schloss Hof Equestrian festival at Schloss Hof www.zoovienna.at www.schlosshof.at www.zoovienna.at www.schlosshof.at Impressum: Herausgeber: Verein “Imperial Austria” – Verein zur kulturellen und touristischen Vermittlung und Förderung des Imperialen Erbes Österreichs, 1130 Wien (ZVR 587898377) | Gestaltung: Headquarter Strnat & Strnat GmbH, 1030 Wien | Frequenz: halbjährlich | Grundlegende Richtung des Mediums: B2B Touristik | Druckerei: Gerin Druck GmbH
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