Baden bei Wien - Kurpark

To the north of Baden bei Wien, on the southern slopes of the Badener Berg, stretches the Kurpark, containing the Kongresshaus and the Arena, an open-air theater. Close by the Römerquelle (Roman Springs) gurgles forth from a rock basin. Here, too, are monuments to distinguished visitors to the spa - a temple (1927) to Beethoven, a smaller temple with a bronze bust (1961) to Mozart, busts of the playwright Grillparzer (1874) and the Emperor Joseph II (1894), together with a bronze group (1912) commemorating the composers Lanner and Strauss, who often played here. The unusual Undine Fountain, with numerous figures, was erected in 1903. There are concerts in the park throughout the year. To the north of the park are a number of paths where visitors can stroll and enjoy the view (Theresienwarte, 416m/1,365ft, 30 minutes' walk).