District 22 (Donaustadt) – the largest and greenest district in Vienna

Vienna is one of the most prestigious cities in Europe, where anyone can find a comfortable corner, because each of its 23 districts has its own pace, tone and character. In general, the districts can be divided into central areas, which attract tourists and those who want to be in a fast pace, and the outskirts, where those who love peace, space, nature, and solitude live. In this article, we will tell you about Donaustadt, Vienna’s 22nd district, which can be safely attributed to the second of these groups.

22nd district: Donaustadt

Donaustadt district is located in the northeastern part of Vienna. It borders the 2nd district (Leopoldstadt), the 11th district (Simmering) and the 21st district (Floridsdorf), as well as part of Lower Austria (Niederösterreich). In total, about 59% of the district’s territory is covered by green space, which is 30% of Vienna’s green space.

Area and population

Since 2002, the 22nd district has consistently had a positive birth rate and a positive balance of outward migration. As of February 2024, the area of Donaustadt was 102.3 km² and the population was 220,812 people. From this we conclude that the population density is 2158 inhabitants/km², which is quite attractive compared to other Vienna districts. For example, the population density of the 1st district (Innere Stadt) is 5744 inhabitants/km², which is twice as high as the population density of Donaustadt.

Housing

According to the statistical website immopreise.at, the average price of an apartment in the 22nd district of Vienna as of March 2024 is 6532 euros/m². When it comes to renting real estate in Donaustadt, the average cost of housing as of the same month is 21.81 euros/m². In the context of renting, it is worth noting that the 22nd district is one of the most expensive districts in Vienna, as only the 1st central district of Vienna is more expensive than renting in Donaustadt.

Prestigious real estate

In Donaustadt, you can find a large number of new residential complexes and prestigious Altbau for living and working. The most famous include:

• The Liberty (Am Freihof 7-9, 1220 Wien) – a residential complex consisting of 38 apartments. The construction is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2025.
• EG26 (Elidagasse 26, 1220 Wien) – a new residential complex offering 18 apartments in one of the most beautiful local recreation areas in Vienna – in Kaisermühlen on the Old Danube, opposite the historic Gänsehäufel beach.
• DONAUFEE205 (Donaufelder Straße 205, 1220 Wien) – residential complex that combines all the advantages of city life with proximity to water and nature. Construction is expected to be completed in March 2024.
• Gotthelf Living (Gotthelfgasse 6, 1220 Wien) – is quite popular due to its location with good public transport links and various recreational areas in the immediate vicinity.
• Erzherzog-Karl-Straße 134a, 1220 Wien – new seven-storey building with 40 apartments, private parking and other well-thought-out details for your convenience and comfort.

Public transport

The main means of public transport in Vienna and in particular in its 22nd district include the U-Bahn, trams (Straßenbahn), buses and S-Bahn.

S-Bahn – as the 22nd district is located on the outskirts of the city, it will be convenient to get to the center and other parts of the city by trains S1, S2, S45, S80.

U-Bahn – one of the most convenient means of transportation not only in Vienna, but also in the whole world. The metro routes available in Donaustadt are the U1 and U2 lines.

Tram (Straßenbahn) – Vienna is famous for its extensive network of trams that cover almost all city districts. Trams are used for both urban and suburban routes. In the 22nd district, the most convenient tram routes are lines 25 and 26.

Buses – successfully complement the public transportation network, providing convenient access to places that may be outside the coverage areas of the metro, trams, or suburban railways. In Donaustadt, bus routes 20A, 20B, 22A, N25 and Val 3 are very popular.

Medical facilities

Klinik Donaustadt, until 2020 Sozialmedizinisches Zentrum Ost – Donauspital, commonly known as SMZ Ost (Langobardenstraße 122, 1220 Wien) – the second largest hospital in Vienna after the Wiener Allgemeine Krankenhaus (AKH). This hospital works in many areas: neurosurgery, gynecology and obstetrics, orthopedics, nuclear medicine diagnostics and therapy, children’s and adolescent medicine, oncology treatment, and more. It seems that Klinik Donaustadt can cure everything and everyone :).

Wiener Dialysezentrum (Kapellenweg 37, 1220 Wien) – started operating in September 2009. Currently, about 430 patients can be treated at 72 dialysis stations. The facility is one of the largest dialysis centers in the world.

In addition to Klinik Donaustadt and Wiener Dialysezentrum, private medical offices, which can be located even in residential buildings, are quite popular in the area.

Educational institutions

As already mentioned, the 22nd district is the largest district in Vienna, so there are many educational institutions here. They are notable not only for their number but also for their diversity.

For example, in Donaustadt there are both public and private schools of different directions and for children with different nationalities and needs:

• Japanische Internationale Schule in Wien (Prandaugasse 2, 1220 Wien) – private all-day school for children who speak Japanese as their mother tongue.
• Sonderschule für schwerhörige Kinder Wien (Hammerfestweg 1, 1220 Wien) – public school for children with hearing impairments.
• Bundesgymnasium and Bundesrealgymnasium mit Modellversuch Neue Mittelschule Wien (Theodor Kramer-Straße 3, 1220 Wien) and Bundesgymnasium, Bundesrealgymnasium and Bundesoberstufenrealgymnasium Wien (Heustadelgasse 4, 1220 Wien) – public high schools with a high level of education.

Among the universities of the 22nd district, we can highlight:

• Privatuniversität Schloss Seeburg (Seestadtstraße 27, 1220 Wien);
• Charlotte Fresenius Universität (Christine-Touaillon-Straße 11/1, Obergeschoss, 1220 Wien).

Places of interest

• UNO City – complex of six Y-shaped towers that houses many UN organizations in Vienna, the tallest tower is 120 meters high.
• DC Towers – the tallest building in Austria. The 60 floors of DC Towers 1 house a hotel, restaurant, apartments and offices.
• Donauturm (Danube Tower) – 150-meter-high observation deck with 776 steps leading up to it. A revolving restaurant and a “Viennese coffee shop” are located almost 170 meters away.

Advantages and disadvantages:

The 22nd district, like any other area, has its advantages and disadvantages, which can be perceived differently depending on the needs and preferences of each person.

Advantages:

1. Space – Donaustadt is a large district with a relatively low population density, so you don’t have to worry about having personal space.
2. Nature – the 22nd district consists of almost 60% of green areas, so harmony with nature is ensured here.
3. Developed infrastructure – the district has a large selection of schools, good medical facilities, and convenient transportation.

Disadvantages:

1. Cost of housing – Donaustadt is one of the most expensive neighborhoods in Vienna, so buying or renting a home here may not be affordable for everyone.
2. Relative remoteness from the center – Vienna’s 22nd district is not a central district, but the center can be reached conveniently and quickly by public transport, which is presented here in full.

Therefore, if you want to rent or buy an apartment in the largest and greenest district of Vienna, Donaustadt and VigoImmobilien team are at your service! And if you would like to find a different neighborhood in Vienna, VigoImmobilien real estate agents will be happy to help you here too!