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Albertina
The Albertina in the heart of Vienna is a significant art museum and one of the largest former residential palaces of the Habsburgs. The collection was founded in 1776 by Duke Albert of Saxe-Teschen, the son-in-law of Empress Maria Theresa. The museum houses one of the world's most important graphic collections, featuring over one million prints and approximately 65,000 drawings, including world-famous masterpieces such as Albrecht Dürer's 'Young Hare' and his 'Praying Hands.' Since 2007, the Albertina has also showcased the permanent Batliner Collection, one of Europe's most significant private collections of Classical Modernism, encompassing works from Monet and Picasso to Baselitz. An architectural highlight is the magnificent Habsburg State Rooms, restored in Neoclassical style, which offer a glimpse into 19th-century courtly life. The prominent Albrechtsbrunnen fountain in front of the building and the modern canopy roof designed by architect Hans Hollein symbolize the union of tradition and modernity. Today, the Albertina is a central venue for international temporary exhibitions of the highest caliber.
- Location: Vienna, Austria
- Nearby: Vösendorf (11 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -2 | 0 | 4 | 10 | 14 | 19 | 21 | 20 | 15 | 10 | 4 | 0 |
| Rain mm | 43 | 38 | 46 | 41 | 85 | 91 | 88 | 87 | 79 | 54 | 45 | 43 |
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- The collection was founded in 1776.
- The museum houses approximately 1.1 million printed graphic sheets.
- Albrecht Dürer's 'Young Hare' from 1502 is the most famous work.
- There are 20 magnificently furnished Habsburg State Rooms.
- The Albertina possesses over 65,000 drawings.
- The Batliner Collection was handed over to the museum in 2007 as a permanent loan.
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