Vienna

Ring in summer at the Old Danube

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The Old Danube: the feeling of escaping to another world. This is exactly what the Viennese love, because this little escape is not at all far from the city center. It is all the more romantic and relaxing to set your blanket here for an extensive picnic with friends. Fun doesn't get cut short, because, the recreation area on the tranquil Old Danube promises all sorts of activities. Almost 500 rowing boats, electric boats and pedal boats are waiting to be put into operation, but sailors and stand-up paddlers also get their money's worth.

Munich

Enjoying the sun at the Isar

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Who does not love spring with its warm temperatures, when you can make the city your front garden and life happens outdoors again. Above all, the highlight of this is a romantic picnic outdoors. Of course, the recreation area along the Isar River is predestined for this. It doesn't matter whether it's a quick trip across the bridge from the Glockenbachviertel to Untergiesing or with the kids at the Flaucher. A special bonus about the wide green strip: its idyllic barbecue areas for free use.

Berlin

Between history and crickets

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Breathe a sigh of relief in the big city, but by no means lose the Berlin lifestyle: Mauerpark is calling. The former wall strip between Prenzlauer Berg and Wedding is no longer an insider tip, but everything you need for an exuberant leisure feeling with Berlin spirit. Visitors often come across colorful flea markets, karaoke events or grab one of the free barbecue areas. Once the blanket is set in the sun, snacks can be enjoyed, and all this in front of a significant, historical backdrop.

In front of the Museum Island 

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If you believe the name, Monbijoupark is the jewel of the city of Berlin. And if you are looking for a central place in the city to enjoy a romantic picnic, you can also trust the park name. Here, three grills, various picnic tables and benches await all sun and picnic lovers and those looking for something different. All this in a prominent location and with a view of the Museum Island.

Hamburg

Built close to the water

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Cologne

In front of the Rhine metropolis skyline

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The PollerWiesen: if you set up your picnic here, you'll have the perfect view of all the sights of the city. While feasting and drinking extensively, the view of the crane houses, the harbor, the Hohenzollern Bridge and the cathedral can be admired. The gentle green along the Rhine is not only an ideal place for a spring picnic, the strip also attracts with sporting highlights. In addition to the Jahnwiese and the Grüngürtel, the PollerWiesen offer, for example, the third largest soccer paradise for amateur players in Cologne. But also water sports enthusiasts will find their equal here. No matter whether you are a beginner or a professional, here surfers can satisfy their wanderlust in the middle of the city.

Zurich

Switch off at the city river

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Zurich also has a lot to offer. On warm summer days, the Limmat, the city's much-loved river, beckons with soothing cooling and relaxing lounging options. This is also the case at the river "Badi" Au-Höngg. The Werdinsel, located in the northwest of Zurich, is considered the ideal place to welcome the warm days with a picnic. Here, the Limmat flows past the island on one side and the canal on the other, which is perfect for swimming. A special family day under the trees is also guaranteed for by the adjacent playground and two paddling pools.