Special Viennese souvenirs - slightly different gifts
If you visit Vienna and taste the world of “apple strudel”, you should not forget your loved ones at home and bring a souvenir from the city with you, despite the impressive buildings and extraordinary sights. Classic souvenirs for tourists can be found on almost every corner in Vienna. But if you are looking for something other than a fridge-magnet or keyring, you should read this blog, because we have 4 souvenirs for you that will give your loved ones a lot of joy. Special Viennese souvenirs - slightly different gifts for those who stayed at home.
Original Viennese coffee
The Café Hawelka at Dorotheergasse 1 in Vienna's first district is well-known among tourists and locals - thanks to the popular Austropop classic "Jö schau" by Georg Danzer.
What is particularly special is that the Hawelka also has its own roastery - not all Viennese know that themselves. The Hawelka coffee beans are perfect for enjoying the Viennese coffee house culture at home. The range includes varieties from classic melange and this also available in our online shop.
By the way: If you want to know more about Viennese coffee and its origins, you are in good hands with our experience Viennese Melange - everything about coffeehouse classics. In addition to a guided coffee presentation, you have the opportunity to taste the delicious creations afterwards.
Viennese apple strudel for home
Coffee is provided - but what would a melange be without a classic Viennese dessert? If your own baking attempts occasionally cause difficulties, the well-known Café Residenz has provided a remedy: Apple strudel fillings can be bought there, with which every sweet tooth in the family can try a piece of Vienna. Add whipped cream and the dessert is saved.
“Gemischter Satz” - A REAL VIENNA ATTITUDE
At a late hour, a glass of white wine should not be missing.
Did you know that - The Gemischter Satz (UNESCO World Heritage Site) is a classic Viennese wine and a special souvenir for all wine lovers. The unique thing about this wine is that at least 20 different grape varieties from a vineyard are harvested at the same time and processed into a wine. Vienna is also the only capital in the world where wine is grown within the borders.
Our tip: You can find a large selection at Haas & Hass in downtown Vienna. If you want to convince yourself of the quality of the wines before you buy them, you have the opportunity to taste typical Viennese wines and regional delicacies during our Viennese wine tasting in the Roman wine cellar.
The scent of the Viennese empress Sisi
Between the many big shops along “Graben” in downtown Vienna, you have the opportunity to get hold of Empress Sisi's original perfume in the almost forgotten Filz perfumery. The original violet fragrance that Empress Sisi wore back then is still being produced in the 7th generation according to the same recipe. In addition, there are other Viennese fragrances that are also produced according to recipes that are almost 150 years old. Tip: All of these fragrances, including the Empress' Imperial Violet, are available for € 12 in a practical pocket sprayer (5 ml) - making them ideal as a souvenir! Those who are particularly interested can also take part in a scent tasting and small tour once a week. All information is available here.
Paint your souvenir
Paint your Souvenir offers an ideal opportunity to use your creativity you soaked in from the city. With the help of professional artists, watercolors are conjured up on the canvas at the most famous places in Vienna, such as the Wiener Riesenrad or the Danube Tower. Even not so talented painters are promised a great result. One thing is certain: you will come home with an incomparable Viennese souvenir.
Our promise: these original souvenirs are guaranteed to put a smile on the faces of your loved ones at home. We wish you a lot of fun by giving away those special gifts!