Eichelhofstraße in Vienna’s Nußdorf holds surprising secrets! From mysterious stone arches to a forgotten brewery, this charming street has a story waiting to be uncovered. Discover more now!
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A Picturesque Street
Eichelhofstraße (Eichel means acorn) is a charming street in Vienna’s 19th district, in the picturesque area of Nußdorf. Many people are discovering it because a scenic walking route passes through it. Visitors often wonder about the stone arches that connect both sides of the slope. Some think they served as a gateway to Nußdorf, while others see Turkish or Byzantine influences. But what is the true story?
Like many places in Vienna, the story here involves alcohol—this time, beer, not wine.
The Brewery in Nußdorf
Jesuits ran a brewery near the arches in the 17th century. After Emperor Joseph II dissolved the Jesuit order, the buildings stored weapons. In 1819, the Bosch family bought the old Jesuit property and started a brewery. Today, you can still find traces of this brewing history in Nußdorf.
Gallery
Above the arches, on top of the slope, the Bosch family opened a beer garden called “Bockkeller” (after the beer cellars). The name Bockkeller still remains in the memory of Vienna’s residents, and Google Maps marks the spot as Bockkeller-Durchlass.
Stone Arches and Beer Cellars
The arches probably date back to the 17th century. They did not serve as a bridge but helped to strengthen the slope and protect nearby buildings. Below the arches, the Bosch family built an entire cellar system to store beer. They expanded the tunnels several times, starting in 1845.
By the 19th century, the Bosch brewery became so successful that their beer earned the title of official supplier to the Habsburg court—a highly prestigious honor. The brewery continued to operate until the 1950s when Schwechat bought it.
View Tower
In 1842, a viewing tower stood above the arches, offering great views to visitors. Sadly, the tower did not survive World War II. The brewery closed in the 1950s, but the stone arches still stand as a reminder of this brewing legacy.
Eichelhofstraße blends the charm of a picturesque street with a rich brewing history, attracting beer lovers and curious explorers alike to this lesser-known corner of Vienna.
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