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Here are 8 spots to have some fun in the sand with a game of beach volley ball in Vienna – serve it up and spike it down!
MON—WED: 9am—11pm
THU—SUN: 7am—11pm
Price per hour: 13.20€ in summer
This court, located in the netherlands of the 21st district is part of a huge sport center that has a spa center to relax in after your big game. This field offers outdoor, as well as indoor courts that are air-conditioned in the summer, and are also available in the winter. And, this ones for those on a budget, and who like playing for hours on end without worrying about ending up with a 100€ bill after all that sweat.
Plus: they have a changing room with showers
Daily: 7am—11:30pm
Price per hour: 22€
Located just beside the Alte Donau U1 station, this sport resort is the perfect place to have a summer sports evening. Sportcenter Donaucity has almost 10 fields to play beach volleyball and also offers other sports facilities, such as hockey, tennis and there’s track and field facilities. Out of all the options, this is where you’ll most likely get a spot when you spontaneously want to get a bunch a friends together for a good ol’ fashioned beat out of beach volleyball.
Plus: since there are a lot of people looking to play at the location, you can usually find extra players if you’re in need!
Next to the Summerstage’s row of tasty open air restaurants on the Donaukanal (on the 9th district’s side), is a lonely little beach volleyball court for champions. Although it’s rare you’ll find this court empty, if you plan ahead, you can look forward to a night of a serious volleyball tournament, followed by drinks and a meal.
Plus: during the summer season there are bars and restaurants at the Summerstage so you can stay and hang out
Daily: 9am—10pm
Price per hour: 24€
Trendsportzentrum Prater is a little bit isolated, but that’s the charm of this place. You won’t have to worry about bumping into your boss who will ruin your mojo. And it also feels like you’re escaping the city for a little while. They also offer up other beach sport alternatives such as beach tennis and paddle tennis, we particularly like how easy it is to reserve a court here. Just go onto their website and book in a time!
Plus: you are right in the park, so you can play to the sounds of nature, or bring your own music if the people around you don’t mind
Tip: Bring your own drinks out here, as there isn’t really any places to buy them when out here.
MON–FRI: 3pm–9pm
SAT–SUN: 12pm–9pm
Price per hour: 12€
Like a cocktail or a cold Spritzer with your beach volleyball match? The Vienna City Beach Club has got you covered. The court is literally beside the Danube river, so you can also jump in for a quick dip when the game i heating up. Also, the beach volleyball by the water makes the ‘beach’ part more believable. Although you do have to reserve at least one week in advance, the experience is worth all the hustling. Bar, beach volleyball, DJ beats and beer – what more could you ask for on a summer afternoon.
Not only does the Prater park’s Jesuitenwiese boast one of the most kick-ass slides in the city (we suggest you dash down a few times on this before doing your dives on the volleyball courts), it also has two beach volleyball courts that are free to use, with no registration required. There are always plenty of people here looking for other teams to play, however, to be on the safe side, don’t forget to bring your own net.
2pm–5pm (courts can be used for free if available)
5pm–11pm (courts must be reserved and paid for)
Price per hour: 26€
This is one of the favourites in the city for it’s central location, and the overall good vibes that surround it produced by the relaxed summer feeling at the bars in Sand in the City. The courts are free to be used between the hours of 2pm and 5pm, while after this time, you’ve got to be lucky to book in a 2 hour time slot. This is also a great option for some after dark volleyball as all the courts are lit up.
Set on the city’s recreational island of paradise, the Dolauinsel, this is one of the oldest beach volleyball courts in the city. It’s located near the Georg-Danzer-Steg bridge. One of the courts is surrounded by a natural grandstands of grassy hills (so invite your friends and family to cheer you on), while there are also a couple of other courts…minus the grandstands. The courts for free for one and all, with no pre-registration needed. You only need to have a bit of luck (or get there at 5am) to catch them when they’re free. Keep in mind, you’ve got to bring your own volleyball net…and the ball, obviously.
