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Niklas Graf Salm Denkmal, Vienna

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Niklas Graf Salm Denkmal, Rathauspark, Vienna
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The Niklas Graf Salm Denkmal is a statue on Rathausplatz honouring Count Niklas of Salm, who led Vienna’s defence during the First Turkish Siege of 1529.

Erected in 1867 by sculptor Matthias Purkarthofer, the monument shows Niklas Graf Salm in armour with a helmet at his feet, symbolising his role as a steadfast military commander. Originally placed on the Elisabethbrücke, it was moved to Rathauspark / Rathausplatz in 1902 alongside other historic statues after the bridge’s demolition.

Count Salm (1459–1530) was an imperial commander who successfully organised the defence of Vienna against the Ottoman forces in 1529, helping protect the city despite being wounded; he later died from his injuries. The statue celebrates his military leadership and Vienna’s resilience, and today it stands among other historic memorials walking distance from the City Hall.

Opening times

open today

Monday	00:00–24:00
Tuesday	00:00–24:00
Wednesday	00:00–24:00
Thursday	00:00–24:00
Friday	00:00–24:00
Saturday	00:00–24:00
Sunday	00:00–24:00

Price:

Free

Author

Maria Veronese

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Public transport

Take the U2 (U‑Bahn) to Rathaus, or trams 1, 71, D to Rathausplatz/Burgtheater — the monument is right by Rathausplatz in the Innere Stadt.

Parking

Street parking around Rathausplatz is in a paid short‑term zone, so it’s often limited. A nearby underground garage around the City Hall, University area or Schottentor is usually easier before walking a few minutes to the site.

Coordinates

48.210695, 16.359762

DMS

48°12'38.5"N 16°21'35.1"E

UTM

33U 601017 5340612

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