The park, situated in
the 18th district, is one of the biggest parks with an dimension
of 150.000 m2. It's name comes from the designation for the
area derived from the hist. Turkish entrenchment found at the
site.
After 1892 the park was managed and redesigned by the city of
Vienna. At this time a small pond was added.
The Türkenschanz Park is known for its interesting, rare botanical
plants and the unusual makeup of the landscape. Hills are interspersed
with meadows, and meandering paths invite the visitor to take
a stroll.
Türkenschanzpark between Peter-Jordan-Straße,
Gregor-Mendel-Straße, Hasenauerstraße and Max-Emanuel-Straße,
A-1180 Vienna