Right on Time for the Start of Summer: Vienna Opens Second Section of "Pier 22"
The area, which was opened in the 1980s, has undergone numerous changes over the past 40 years. The new visionary planning aims to transform Pier 22 into a largely consumption-free space. The already completed second section impressively showcases this new direction. The already implemented innovations include:
- Ein Outdoor-Fitness-Center, das bereits in Betrieb ist
- Attraktive Liegebereiche am Wasser
- Trinkbrunnen zur Erfrischung
- Drei moderne WC-Anlagen
- Kostenlose Schließfächer für Badegäste
"Pier 22": Future-Oriented Construction and Additional Facilities
By 2026, the construction work at Pier 22 is expected to be fully completed. As part of this, a multifunctional sports field will be created from fall 2025, allowing for various sporting activities. The delivery of the flooring for these sports areas will begin after this year's Donauinselfest. From a financial perspective: The city is investing a total of 26.9 million euros in the redesign of the area, which will then offer over 13,000 square meters of newly designed space.
Although the focus is on a consumption-free experience, two venues have already opened at Pier 22, and another is in planning.
Flood-Resistant Design in Vienna
The New Danube, as a relief channel for the Danube, is a central part of Vienna's flood protection - the record flood in September of the previous year once again proved how well this works. It is important that the design on the banks of the New Danube must comply with the flood protection regulations of the two-million city. Therefore, special attention was paid to this in the design of "Pier 22." After minor maintenance work, the completed part of "Pier 22" was fully available to the people of Vienna at the start of the bathing season, especially in the popular shallow water area.
At the level of the main path along the dam crest in the first section of "Pier 22" now stands the "Outdoor Cafe" with a guest terrace. Here, visitors and guests can expect South American and Austrian specialties. The focus is on fresh, regional specialties that offer a unique combination of healthy eating and exotic taste. Families as well as sports enthusiasts will get their money's worth with the varied offerings.
A central focal point in the second section is the "Cafe Pier 22" - located right next to the new multifunctional sports field - which combines urban lifestyle with the relaxed flair of the leisure island. A guest terrace offers a direct view of the New Danube. Unlike the Outdoor Cafe, it has a small dining area and will be open year-round, offering a variety of healthy snacks such as bowls, salads, and soups. The coffee comes from the in-house roastery.
In addition to the "Outdoor Cafe" and "Cafe Pier 22", temporary "Food Trucks" will continue to complement the offerings - as in the previous season: This season, the popular Greek gyros pitas and souvlakis as well as "Extrawürsteln" are available again.
From Summer 2026: Bella Italia on the New Danube
In the fall of 2025, work will continue on the "Island Restaurant", which will be another central meeting point at Pier 22. In the spacious dining area and on the large terrace, visitors can then expect cuisine from bella Italia. The restaurant, open year-round from the 2026 season, will leave no wish unfulfilled, from quick snacks to extended dinners. The regional and Mediterranean cuisine will offer classics such as homemade pasta and stone oven pizza.
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