Hochhaus Herrengasse

Hochhaus Herrengasse is a residential building in Vienna's inner city that rises 50 meters with a stepped design starting from the twelfth floor. Two interior courtyards run through the building, while the ground level holds retail spaces and a coffee bar.

Built between 1931 and 1932, it was Vienna's second high-rise building, constructed on the site of Palais Liechtenstein after that palace was demolished in 1913. Its construction marked a shift in how the city developed vertically.

The building attracted theater performers from the nearby Burgtheater, who made their homes here for decades. This connection to the performing arts shaped how locals viewed the residence.

A concierge service on duty 24 hours manages entry and handles package delivery for residents. Visitors find their way most easily by using the main entrance on Herrengasse as a reference point.

The foundation uses reinforced concrete blocks 2.5 meters thick, while walls are built from hollow bricks filled with cork insulation. This combination of materials was an innovative way to handle noise and temperature control when the building was new.

Location: Vienna

Location: Innere Stadt

Inception: 1930s

Address: Herrengasse 6-8

GPS coordinates: 48.20940,16.36640

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:44