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Kritzendorf

Lower Austria, Austria · Europe

About Kritzendorf

Kritzendorf works well as a base: 10 minutes from Gugging, 16km from Belvedere Palace.

Kritzendorf is a town located in Lower Austria, Austria. With a population of 2,457, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Kritzendorf sits in Austria, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Vienna time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Kritzendorf to your route.

About Kritzendorf

The Konrad Lorenz Institute for Evolution and Cognition Research (KLI) is an international center for advanced studies in the life and sustainability sciences. It is a "Home to Theory that Matters" that supports the articulation, analysis, and integration of theories in biology and the sustainability sciences,

Read more exploring their wider scientific, cultural, and social significance. The institute is located in Klosterneuburg, near Vienna, Austria. Until 2013, the institute was located in the family mansion of the Nobel Laureate Konrad Lorenz in Altenberg. Lorenz' work laid the foundation for an evolutionary approach to mind and cognition. The institute unites fellows, visiting scholars, students, and external faculty. Through a lecture and seminar series, the KLI also offers a platform for the critical public discussion of current themes in the biosciences. Founded in 1990 by Rupert Riedl, followed by Gerd B. Müller (1998-2023) and Philipp Mitteröcker (since 2024) as presidents of the institute, the KLI is funded by a private trust and receives additional support from the Province of Lower Austria. The institute has close ties with many of the higher education institutions in Vienna and Lower Austria, as well as with a number of international institutions with similar aims.

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Where is Kritzendorf located?

Kritzendorf is located in Lower Austria, Austria, Europe. The coordinates are 48.3293 latitude, 16.3001 longitude.

What is the population of Kritzendorf?

Kritzendorf has a population of approximately 2,457 people, making it a town in Austria.

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Quick Information

Population
2,457
Continent
Europe
Country
Austria
Region
Lower Austria
Timezone
Europe/Vienna
Coordinates
48.3293, 16.3001

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Austria

Police
133
Ambulance
144
Fire
122
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Motorway vignette required. ÖAMTC roadside assistance: 120.

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Worth the detour from Kritzendorf

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

cathedral

St. Stephen's Cathedral (Stephansdom)

Vienna's magnificent Gothic cathedral with its distinctive multi-coloured tile roof and 136-metre south tower dominating the city skyline.

14 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Wiener Prater

Vienna's beloved public amusement park anchored by the iconic Giant Ferris Wheel built in 1897.

14 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Hofburg Palace

Vast imperial palace complex in Vienna that served as the Habsburg dynasty's seat of power for over 600 years.

14 km · about 25 min drive

cafe

Café Central

Opened in 1876 under the vaulted arches of Palais Ferstel, this was the coffeehouse of Trotsky, Freud and Vienna's literary circle; the Apfelstrudel and the house pianist remain.

14 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Vienna State Opera

World-renowned opera house on the Ringstrasse, one of the most important venues for opera and ballet since 1869.

15 km · about 30 min drive

museum

Kunsthistorisches Museum

Vienna's grand imperial art museum housing the Habsburgs' legendary collection, including Bruegel's masterpieces and the Crown Jewels.

15 km · about 30 min drive

castle

Belvedere Palace

A Baroque palace complex in Vienna built for Prince Eugene of Savoy, housing one of Austria's most important art collections.

16 km · about 20 min drive

castle

Schönbrunn Palace

The magnificent 1,441-room Habsburg summer residence in Vienna, with Baroque gardens, the world's oldest zoo, and the Gloriette viewpoint.

16 km · about 20 min drive

Driving roads near Kritzendorf

  • 63 kmMost SNP (UFO Bridge)Bratislava's asymmetrical cable-stayed bridge over the Danube, crowned by a flying-saucer observation deck and restaurant 85 m above the river with views across the Old Town to Austria.
  • 65 kmWachau ValleyA UNESCO-listed stretch of the Danube between Melk and Krems, lined with terraced vineyards, apricot orchards, and medieval castles.

Driving in Austria

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.62/litre
Motorway tolls
None
Vignette
Required, around €12.4 for a short-stay sticker

When to drive here

April to October

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