Dog-friendly Vienna
Imperial city with elegant cafés, parks, and dog-friendly culture
Dog Rules in Vienna
Very dog-friendly - dogs welcome in cafés and restaurants
Dog tax (Hundeabgabe) €72/year - register at MA 60
Dogs free on Wiener Linien if muzzled or small in carrier
Must be on leash in city center and on public transport
Must clean waste - fines up to €36
Prater main area and Donauinsel large off-leash zones
Traditional Viennese cafés often welcome well-behaved dogs
Perfect Day in Vienna 🐾
A curated one-day itinerary for exploring Vienna with your furry companion.
🌅 Imperial Morning
Start at Schönbrunn Palace gardens where leashed dogs are welcome. The vast grounds offer beautiful walking paths and photo opportunities.
☕ Coffee House Culture
Experience Vienna's famous Kaffeehaus tradition at dog-friendly cafés in the historic center. Many welcome well-behaved dogs indoors.
🌳 Prater Park Afternoon
Head to Prater, Vienna's largest park with dedicated off-leash zones. Dogs can run freely in designated areas while you enjoy the green space.
🌆 Danube Evening
Walk along the Donaukanal (Danube Canal) with its street art and outdoor bars. Many riverside spots welcome dogs on their terraces.
💡 Pro tip: Always check current dog policies before visiting. Explore 19 dog-friendly places in Vienna above!
Wienerwald Trail
Forest trail network through Vienna Woods with multiple entry points. Scenic walking route ideal for daily dog exercise and exploration.
Alte Donau Promenade
Scenic waterfront walk around Old Danube with dog swimming areas. Scenic walking route ideal for daily dog exercise and exploration.
Kahlenberg Trail
Hillside trail with panoramic Vienna views through Vienna Woods. Scenic walking route ideal for daily dog exercise and exploration.
Lainzer Tiergarten
Protected wildlife reserve with 100km of hiking trails and dedicated dog paths. Scenic walking route ideal for daily dog exercise and exploration.
Lobau National Park
Wetland nature reserve with hiking trails and natural swimming for dogs. Scenic walking route ideal for daily dog exercise and exploration.
Ringstraße Walk
Walk Vienna's famous boulevard past historic buildings.
Donaukanal Promenade
Vibrant canal walk with street art and bars.
Prater Hauptallee
Long tree-lined avenue through the Prater.
Kahlenberg Hike
Hill hike with panoramic Vienna views.
Lobau Wilderness
Danube wetland nature reserve with trails.
Schönbrunn Garden Walk
Walk the grounds of the imperial palace.
Alte Donau Loop
Walk around the old Danube oxbow lake.
Cobenzl and Himmelwiese
Vineyard and meadow walks with views.
Leopoldsberg Path
Historic hilltop with fortress and views.
Central Cemetery Walk
Vienna's vast cemetery with famous graves.
Belvedere Gardens
Baroque gardens between two palace buildings.
Augarten Morning Walk
Baroque park with porcelain factory and WWII towers.
Stadtpark Walk
Vienna's first public park with Johann Strauss statue.
Wilhelminenberg Hill
Hill walk with palace and city views.