Sunrise

Sunrise in Vienna

Saturday, June 13, 2026

Sunrise
4:55 AM
Direction
Northeast(53°)
Sunset
8:56 PM

Face northeast to see today's sunrise in Vienna.

Use the map's direction line to align your viewing position before sunrise begins.

Today's Vienna sunrise time and exact compass direction are shown below. The map and compass show where the sun rises from any point across the city.

In Vienna, sunrise appears toward the eastern Pannonian Plain. The exact bearing changes through the year and is shown on the live map above.

In Vienna, sunrise shifts between northeast in summer and southeast in winter.

Visible sunrise

Buildings, hills, water, and local terrain can change when the sun is actually visible. Use an open horizon or elevated viewpoint where possible.

Best viewing window

Best viewing is usually 10 minutes before sunrise to 25 minutes after.

Seasonal shift

The sunrise direction shifts northeast in summer and southeast in winter.

Local tip

Upper Belvedere gardens, Prater, and the Donauturm are strong sunrise viewpoints. Use the compass line to choose the exact side of the viewpoint for today's date.

Best places to see sunrise in Vienna

  • Upper Belvedere Palace Gardens
    Map

    East-facing formal gardens with Baroque architecture catching direct early light.

  • Prater Hauptallee
    Map

    Open parkland east of the centre with long flat sightlines.

  • Donauturm Observation Deck
    Map

    252m tower with 360-degree views and a broad eastern horizon.

Tips

  • Arrive 20–30 minutes early
  • Face the direction shown on the map
  • Check cloud cover and dawn temperature
  • Choose open ground or elevation

Frequently asked questions

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