Queer Switzerland

Beach

Strandbad Gänsehäufel

in Vienna, Austria

Vienna's legendary island lido on the Old Danube (opened 1907), with its own fenced FKK nudist section, a wave pool and a long sandy beach.

Where it is

On an island in the Alte Donau in the 22nd district of Donaustadt, easily reached by the U1 metro line.

Address: 21 Moissigasse, 1220 Vienna

What it is

The spacious municipal bath offers a sandy beach, large lawns, swimming pools and sports facilities for families and sun-seekers alike. The fenced nudist area with buffet and sauna is popular with gay visitors, who gather above all in a small bay on the northern side.

History

The Gänsehäufel is a tradition-rich lido on the Alte Donau whose origins go back to the late 19th century. Since 1983 it has had its own separate nudist section, one of only a few such areas in Austria.

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