About this place
The Stadtpark is home to the most famous musical monument in the world: the gilded bronze statue of Johann Strauss II playing the violin. Unveiled in 1921, it celebrates the man who composed 'The Blue Danube' and turned the waltz from a rustic dance into a global phenomenon. Nearby, a more somber statue honors Franz Schubert, the shy genius of song, illustrating the duality of Vienna's musical heritage—extroverted dance and introverted poetry.
Key facts
- 1921 year — The golden statue was unveiled to the public
- 500 waltzes — Approximately composed by the Strauss family
- 1867 year — The Blue Danube Waltz was composed
📍 Stadtparksteg, 1010, Wien