What to eat in Vienna in April: Seasonal delicacies
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Wild garlic soup (Bärlauchsuppe)
Creamy soup made from foraged wild garlic leaves, potatoes, and stock, appearing briefly on spring menus. It marks the start of fresh produce season around March and April. Look for daily specials in bistros near the city center or at market eateries.
Light, slightly sweet yeast bread flavored with citrus, baked as round loaves before Easter. Bakeries sell it mainly in the weeks around Easter markets. Buy a small loaf at a stall near Schönbrunn or Freyung and eat it plain or with butter for breakfast.
Espresso topped with steamed milk and foam, sitting between cappuccino and latte in strength. It is a year‑round staple but especially pleasant during shoulder seasons when you take café breaks between sights. Order one and feel free to linger over a newspaper.
April in Vienna is a celebration of spring’s arrival. Average highs of 18°C (64°F) and longer days invite locals and visitors outdoors. Parks bloom with cherry and magnolia blossoms, and sidewalk cafés fill with laughter. Easter week can be busy, but the city’s energy is uplifting—blue skies, fresh flowers, and the scent of coffee drifting through open windows. It’s a photographer’s dream, with fewer crowds than summer and a full calendar of concerts and festivals. Occasional rain showers add to the city’s lushness, making April a time of vibrant renewal and gentle exploration.
Pro tips for visiting Vienna in April
Reserve tickets for Easter concerts and brunches early, as demand is high during holiday week.
Take advantage of fewer crowds at major attractions before summer’s peak.
Visit Setagaya Park and the Ringstrasse for cherry and magnolia blossoms.
Pack a light raincoat—showers are common but brief, and parks are especially beautiful after rain.
Enjoy outdoor seating at cafés and restaurants as locals return to al fresco dining.
Join spring music festivals or the Vienna City Marathon if visiting in late April.
Use extended daylight for evening walks or photography sessions in historic districts.
Vienna in April at a glance
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Weather
Maximum temperature: 18°C
Minimum temperature: 10°C
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Daylight
Around 13 hours 45 minutes of daylight
Sunrise: 6am
Sunset: 7:45pm
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Key events
Easter markets Vienna, Vienna City Marathon
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Crowds
Balanced crowds, with manageable queues and a mix of tourists and local visitors in the city.
From March 21 to April 6, courtyard markets at Schönbrunn and Freyung sell hand‑painted eggs, decorations, and treats. Families come for egg hunts and workshops, while travelers browse crafts with the palace or old‑town façades as a backdrop.
Austria’s biggest road race, expected April 19, draws tens of thousands of runners for marathon, half‑marathon, and relay distances. The route passes major landmarks and involves widespread morning road closures, especially around the Ringstrasse and city center.
