UNESCO - World Heritage Tour
every Saturday at 2 pm
From “Eccentric” Beethoven to Wine-Loving Mozart
Experience the fascinating stories of the UNESCO World Heritage city of Baden with our certified Austria Guides through four unique themed city walks!
1. "In the City of Liquid Gold"
Every first and fifth Saturday of the month
Over 4 million liters of sulfur water bubble up daily from Baden’s thermal springs. This natural treasure shaped the city's prosperity and its rise as a world-renowned spa destination. Explore historic and modern bathhouses, with an exclusive visit to the underground Römerquelle in the Kurpark, usually closed to the public.
2. "A High Society Hotspot!"
Every second Saturday of the month
The Habsburgs not only invested in Baden’s development but also sparked a social craze. The city’s guest lists read like a “Who’s Who” of European history. Visit Emperor Franz II’s luxurious spa temple (Frauenbad) and stroll past grand townhouses to the elegant social scene of the Kurpark.
3. "Beethoven & Co. on Summer Retreat"
Every third Saturday of the month
Baden’s most legendary spa guest, Ludwig van Beethoven, composed his 9th Symphony (the European Anthem) here. Follow in the footsteps of famous composers like Beethoven, Mozart, and Strauss as we explore where they lived, worked, and found inspiration—including St. Stephan’s Parish Church and the underground Römerquelle in the Kurpark.
4. "Spa & Pleasure"
Every fourth Saturday of the month
European royalty, wealthy Viennese, dashing officers, devoted wives, and mistresses—all came to Baden to rejuvenate, heal, and indulge. This enjoyable city walk uncovers the entertainment hotspots of the past—from illegal gambling dens to the elegant Stadttheater, from the Kurpark promenade to the Frauenbad (including a tour), where the emperor himself sought pleasure.
Tour Details
Available year-round, every Saturday (including public holidays!)
Time: 2 p.m.-3.30 p.m.
Meeting Point: Tourist Information, Brusattiplatz 3, 2500 Baden
Booking & Tickets
Limited number of participants and only in German!
Advance booking required by 16:00 the day before, including a phone number and a note on VIP-Card or NÖ-Card use.
Tickets available only on the day of the tour, 30 minutes before tourstart.
Prices: Adults (18+): €12 (includes a wine tasting)
Youth (10-17): €8
Children (0-9): FREE
1x free with the Baden VIP-Card & NÖ-Card!
Tourist Information Baden
Brusattiplatz 3, 2500 Baden
+43 (0) 2252 / 86 800 - 600
info@baden.at
Subject to change!
Status: March 25th 2025