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The Hofburg (German: [hoːf.buʁk]) is the former principal imperial palace of the Habsburg dynasty in Austria. Located in the centre of Vienna, it was built in the 13th century and expanded several times afterwards. It also served as the imperial winter residence, as Schönbrunn Palace was the summer residence.
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- Vienna, Austria
From 16,00 € Buy the ticket. Vienna’s top attraction is Hofburg, the Imperial Palace, the winter residence of the Habsburgs who divided their residence and official receptions between this exceptional palace and a no less sumptuous summer residence, Schönbrunn Palace.
Imperial Sights. Hofburg - Imperial Palace. One of the biggest palace complexes in the world: Formerly the residence of the imperial family, today a hotspot for museums, politics, and events. Hofburg and Heldenplatz.
Hofburg, vast complex of buildings in the center of Vienna, Austria, that was the former imperial palace and winter palace of the Habsburg dynasty and has been since 1946 the official residence and office of the president of Austria.
Apr 2, 2024 · Visiting Vienna. The Hofburg formed the original centre of the Habsburg court, where the Imperial family lived, worked and ruled (and ate 13-course dinners). Group of historical buildings, squares, parks & courtyards. You can walk around most of the area freely. Home to some top Vienna sights and experiences, including:
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The 13th-century Hofburg Imperial Palace is an imposing complex of buildings in the center of Vienna. It has been the residence of various rulers of the Holy Roman Empire, the Habsburg Monarchy, the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy over the centuries and has served as the official residence of the Austrian Federal President since 1946.
Originally a medieval fortified castle dating from the 13th century, the Hofburg was extended by each emperor. The sprawling, asymmetric complex which extends over 240,000 m² consists of 18 wings, 19 courtyards and 2,600 rooms in which nearly 5,000 people still work and live today.
