Herzgruft, Vienna

Name: Herzgruft
Address: Josefsplatz 1, Vienna, Austria

#319 among attractions in Vienna

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The Herzgruft is a burial chamber that protects 54 urns containing the hearts of members of the House of Habsburg. The crypt is located behind the Loreto Chapel in the Augustinian Church within the Hofburg Palace complex in Vienna, Austria. ()

Local name: Loretokapelle Coordinates: 48°12'21"N, 16°22'2"E

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Josefsplatz 1Innere Stadt (Widmerviertel)Vienna Austria

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Herzgruft – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Hofburg, Spanish Riding School, Albertina, Heldenplatz.

~380 ftNW
Baroque palace complex with museums
Hofburg, Vienna
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vienna, the Hofburg is a magnificent palace that stands as a testament to the grandeur of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Serving as the official residence of every Austrian ruler since 1275, it now houses some of the most important cultural...
~590 ftN
Classical riding school with shows
Spanish Riding School, Vienna
3 min walk • The Spanish Riding School, an emblem of Vienna's imperial tradition, is a living testament to the art of classical horsemanship. Nestled within the Hofburg Palace complex, this esteemed institution has been cultivating the highest form of equestrian skills for over 450...
~480 ftSE
Art museum housed in Habsburg palace
Albertina, Vienna
3 min walk • The Albertina is a beacon of art and history nestled in the heart of Vienna, Austria. This prestigious museum is home to one of the most significant print rooms in the world, with a collection that spans from the Late Gothic era to the contemporary.
~790 ftW
Public square with green space and statues
Heldenplatz, Vienna
4 min walk • Heldenplatz, or Heroes' Square, is a historic public space in the heart of Vienna, Austria, that carries with it the weight of the nation's history and a backdrop of grandiose architecture. The square is part of the Hofburg Palace complex, an imperial palace that has...
~590 ftSE
Memorial
Memorial against war and fascism, Vienna
3 min walk • In the heart of Vienna, Austria, stands a profound reminder of the atrocities of war and the importance of peace. The Memorial against War and Fascism is a cultural landmark that serves as a poignant tribute to the victims of the Nazi regime during World War II.
~440 ftNW
Museum of Habsburg emperors' treasure
Imperial Treasury, Vienna
3 min walk • Nestled within the historic Hofburg Palace in the heart of Vienna, the Imperial Treasury (Schatzkammer) stands as a testament to the opulence and grandeur of the Habsburg dynasty. This museum houses a remarkable collection of secular and ecclesiastical treasures...
~730 ftE
Resting place for the Imperial Habsburgs
Imperial Crypt, Vienna
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vienna, the Imperial Crypt, also known as the Capuchin Crypt (Kapuzinergruft), offers a solemn yet fascinating window into the history of the Habsburg dynasty. As the principal place of burial for members of the House of Habsburg, the crypt...
~120 ftE
Storied church with Habsburg urns
Augustinian Church, Vienna
1 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vienna, the Augustinian Church, or Augustinerkirche, is a historical and architectural gem that beckons tourists with its serene atmosphere and rich heritage. This parish church, situated on Josefsplatz, adjacent to the Hofburg Palace, has been...
~390 ftN
Palace, Historical place
Palais Pallavicini, Vienna
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Vienna, Austria, the Palais Pallavicini is a grand palace that exudes the opulence and grandeur of the city's aristocratic past. This magnificent building, with its ornate façade and sumptuous interiors, is a testament to the lavish lifestyle...
~490 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Ephesos Museum, Vienna
3 min walk • The Ephesos Museum in Vienna displays antiquities from the city of Ephesus, in modern-day Turkey. Begun in the late 19th century, the collection includes original works of sculpture and architecture, and belongs to the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
~750 ftNE
Museum of city's Jewish life and history
Jewish Museum Vienna, Vienna
4 min walk • The Jüdisches Museum Wien, trading as Jüdisches Museum der Stadt Wien GmbH or the Jewish Museum Vienna, is a museum of Jewish history, life and religion in Austria.

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Which popular attractions are close to Herzgruft?

Nearby attractions include Augustinian Church, Vienna (1 min walk), Austrian National Library, Vienna (2 min walk), Josefsplatz, Vienna (2 min walk), Phantastenmuseum, Vienna (2 min walk).

How to get to Herzgruft by public transport?

The nearest stations to Herzgruft:

Bus

Albertinaplatz • Lines: 2A (2 min walk)
Plankengasse • Lines: 2A (3 min walk)

Tram

Burgring • Lines: 1, 2, 71, D, U2Z (6 min walk)
Oper, Karlsplatz • Lines: 1, 2, 62, 71, D, U2Z (7 min walk)

Metro

Herrengasse • Lines: U3 (7 min walk)
Stephansplatz • Lines: U1, U3 (7 min walk)

Light rail

Oper, Karlsplatz • Lines: 62, Wlb (8 min walk)
Karlsplatz • Lines: 1, 62, Wlb (10 min walk)

Ferry

Nationalparkboot Lobau (20 min walk)

Train

Wien Mitte (20 min walk)
Wien Rennweg (29 min walk)