Experience the 2026 Solar Eclipse in Vienna at the Danube Tower
On Wednesday, August 12, 2026, Austria will witness its largest partial solar eclipse since 1999. In Vienna, the eclipse begins at 7:22 PM, reaches its maximum at approximately 8:13 PM, just moments before sunset.
The Danube Tower Vienna offers the perfect setting for this extraordinary natural event. As Austria's tallest landmark, visitors can enjoy spectacular panoramic views from the viewing platforms at 150 metres, the Turm Café at 160 metres, and the Turm Restaurant at 170 metres. With an unobstructed view of the western horizon, the Danube Tower is one of the best places in Vienna to watch the partial solar eclipse.
To ensure a safe viewing experience, the Danube Tower will provide free solar eclipse glasses from 7:00 PM on August 12, while supplies last.
What to Expect at the Danube Tower
- Watch the partial solar eclipse from heights of up to 170 metres
- Enjoy panoramic views over Vienna and the western horizon
- Free solar eclipse glasses available from 7:00 PM (while supplies last)
- Multiple viewing locations, including the observation terraces, Tower Café and Tower Restaurant
- A unique opportunity to experience one of 2026's most spectacular astronomical events
Key Information
Date: Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Danube Tower Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Tower Café Opening Hours: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Tower Restaurant Opening Hours: 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Solar Eclipse Begins in Vienna: 7:22 PM
Maximum Eclipse: Approximately 8:13 PM
Sunset: Approximately 8:14 PM
Free Solar Eclipse Glasses: Available from 7:00 PM (while supplies last)
Viewing Locations: Observation Terraces (150 m), Tower Café (160 m) and Tower Restaurant (170 m)
A Rare Natural Spectacle Above the Rooftops of Vienna
"A solar eclipse is a truly rare experience – and even more memorable when viewed from above Vienna. As Austria's tallest landmark, it was clear to us that we wanted to offer our guests the opportunity to witness this extraordinary event from the Danube Tower. Thanks to our height and the unobstructed view towards the west, the conditions are ideal. To ensure everyone can enjoy the eclipse safely, we will also provide free solar eclipse glasses," says Roman Bauer, Managing Director of Danube Tower Vienna.
Tip: During the night of August 12–13, 2026, the famous Perseid meteor shower will also reach its peak. After darkness falls, visitors may already spot a few shooting stars, while the highest meteor activity is expected during the early morning hours.
Experience one of the year's most remarkable astronomical events and enjoy the 2026 partial solar eclipse from the Danube Tower Vienna with breathtaking panoramic views over the city.
