The Hernals Kalvarienberg – A Slice of History Right on the Doorstep

Right in the middle of Hernals, just a few steps from our apartments, stands a church with a story that reaches all the way to Jerusalem. Sounds far-fetched? It isn’t. Standing on St. Bartholomew’s Square, you’d hardly guess how much has happened here over the centuries.

How it all began …

In 1639, the Jesuit Karl Musart had a Way of the Cross […]

2026-10-09T11:00:03+02:00By Stephanie Rank|Categories: Hernals|Comments Off

Shopping & Everyday Essentials Around the Ferchergasse

One of the biggest perks of staying with us: you have your own kitchen – so you can keep your stay as easygoing as you like. A quick breakfast, dinner after a long day, or just a few supplies to have on hand. So you know straight away where to find what, here’s a little overview of the neighbourhood.

The everyday basics

For your […]

2026-09-11T10:30:04+02:00By Stephanie Rank|Categories: Hernals|Comments Off

Breakfast in Hernals – Our Favourite Spots in the 17th District

There are few nicer ways to start the day than a relaxed breakfast – and the best part: you don’t have to go far from us at all. Here in the neighbourhood, mornings smell of fresh bread rolls, and a few really lovely spots are waiting practically on the doorstep. Come along, we’ll let you in on our favourites.

Cosy and full of […]

2026-06-10T17:15:12+02:00By Stephanie Rank|Categories: Culinary, Hernals|Comments Off

From the Apartment into the Green – Walks & more

Sometimes you don’t have to travel far at all to find yourself surrounded by green. From our place in Hernals, a few minutes is all it takes to swap pavement for forest floor – no car needed, no long expedition. That’s exactly what Christian and I love about our district: the city right on the doorstep, the Vienna Woods just behind it.

Two […]

2026-07-05T16:16:51+02:00By Stephanie Rank|Categories: Excursion, Hernals|Comments Off

Everyone Loves Manner – and we in Hernals especially do!

If you take a stroll through Hernals, you might just catch a sweet scent in the air: the aroma of freshly made hazelnut cream. That’s because right here in Vienna’s 17th district, one of Austria’s most beloved sweets is made – the iconic Manner wafers. And yes, we’re a little proud to have such a world-famous company in our neighborhood. […]

2026-06-11T18:47:33+02:00By Stephanie Rank|Categories: Culinary, Hernals|Comments Off

Four ideas for a spring walk nearby

Spring is coming slowly to Vienna, so I have a few tips for you today for a lovely spring walk around the apartments.

Slowly nature awakens from its winter sleep: the first flowers begin to bloom, the sun’s rays are making their way, and who remembers the cold times?

So what is better these days than enjoying the first days of spring and going for […]

2026-06-12T10:34:20+02:00By Stephanie Rank|Categories: Excursion, Hernals|Comments Off

Grocery shopping – sustainable & regional in the area

A long conversation with Michael Bauer-Leeb from Weitsicht – Büro für zukunftsfähige Wirtschaft about sustainability inspired me to put together a nice overview of where you can buy regional, organic and sustainable food in your area. Because there are several possibilities where you will find what you are looking for.

The little specialists

Two smaller stores are well spread out across Hernals, so […]

2025-10-20T17:52:07+02:00By Stephanie Rank|Categories: Culinary, Hernals|Comments Off

A summer’s day in Hernals

We’re currently enjoying absolutely summery temperatures in Vienna and you simply have to make the most of these days. That’s why I’ve put together a simple summer day in Hernals for you today. Just relax and enjoy.

Let’s assume you’ve already explored Vienna a bit and don’t have to work through your list […]

2025-09-22T15:48:58+02:00By Stephanie Rank|Categories: Hernals|Comments Off

Discover Vienna from Hernals

Yes, we are more on the outskirts, so not directly in the center of the city and its hotspots. But this area has charm and many advantages, as it perfectly combines living in the countryside and yet close to the center. Whereby, the center of Vienna is relative anyway, because in Vienna you can find exciting, impressive, historical, cultural, … places […]

2025-10-20T18:00:12+02:00By Stephanie Rank|Categories: About us, Hernals|Comments Off