Imperial Crypt Kaisergruft
The Imperial Crypt in Vienna, Austria, is a crypt and burial vault that forms part of the Capuchin Monastery. Established in 1633, it is one of the most looked-up sights in Austria. Visitors can explore this historical burial site located in the Innere Stadt.
Planning a visit
The site is open from 10:00 to 18:00, with an entrance fee required and limited wheelchair access. Vienna experiences colder weather from November through March, with daily high temperatures dropping to 3 °C to 10 °C and lows falling between -4 °C and 1 °C. Warmer months from May to September bring daily highs between 20 °C and 26 °C and lows from 10 °C to 16 °C. Rain falls throughout the year, with monthly totals ranging from 32 mm in January and February to 72 mm in June.
The nearest airport is Vienna International Airport, located 18 km away in Vienna, and the site is 0 km from the capital. Nearby sights to combine with a visit include the Albertina at 0.1 km, and the Austrian National Library, Imperial Treasury, Hofburg, and Spanish Riding School, all located 0.3 km away.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 26 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 3 | 5 | 10 | 15 | 20 | 23 | 26 | 26 | 20 | 15 | 8 | 3 |
| Average low, °C | -4 | -3 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 14 | 16 | 16 | 12 | 7 | 2 | -2 |
| Rainfall, mm | 32 | 32 | 46 | 40 | 66 | 72 | 71 | 70 | 64 | 38 | 44 | 42 |
| Rainy days | 12 | 8 | 7 | 9 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 10 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
