Witness the Magic of the Original Viennese Apple Strudel at the Historic Imperial Court Bakery
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Deep within the magnificent grounds of Schönbrunn Palace lies the Hofbackstube (Court Bakery) at Café Residenz, where the scent of cinnamon and baked apples has lingered for centuries. The Strudel Show is a captivating culinary performance where master bakers demonstrate the intricate art of hand-stretching apple strudel dough until it is thin enough to read a newspaper through. This immersive experience offers a rare look at the UNESCO-recognized Viennese coffee house culture. After watching the pros, you'll get to enjoy a fresh, warm slice of the finished masterpiece, prepared according to the original imperial recipe that once delighted the Habsburg monarchs. It is the perfect sensory companion to a day of exploring the palace state rooms and gardens.
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Year-round; particularly magical during the Christmas Market season (Nov-Dec) and beautiful in Spring (April-May).
Casual dress code|Comfortable walking shoes for the palace grounds|Layered clothing as the bakery can be warm.
The Hofbackstube was the official bakery serving the summer residence of the Austrian Emperors for over 200 years.
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Real experiences from real travelers
Watching the chef stretch the dough was mesmerizing. It really is thin enough to see through! The strudel tasted amazing with the vanilla sauce.
Short, sweet, and perfectly located. We did this right after our Palace tour. Highly recommend booking ahead as the small room fills up fast.
Great way to warm up during a cold December day. The original recipe card is a lovely souvenir. The show is quick but very entertaining.
The bakery smells incredible. It was very interesting to learn the history of the recipe used by the Emperors. Tasting was the best part!
As a baker myself, I was impressed by the skill shown. A very professional presentation in a beautiful historic setting.
For the price, it's a great little show. The coffee at Cafe Residenz is also excellent. A nice break from walking the gardens.
Easy to find and very fun for the kids. They loved seeing the dough being tossed and stretched. The strudel was the best we had in Vienna.
We booked this along with the concert tickets. It was a wonderful start to our evening at Schönbrunn.
Everything you need to know for your journey
The live demonstration lasts approximately 15-20 minutes, with extra time allowed for tasting and browsing the bakery shop.
The show takes place at the Hofbackstube (Court Bakery) located within Café Residenz, right next to the main entrance of Schönbrunn Palace.
While walk-ins are sometimes possible, we highly recommend booking in advance through our partners to secure your preferred time slot, especially during peak tourist season.
Yes, most standard tickets include a generous tasting of freshly baked, warm apple strudel. Some packages also include coffee or hot chocolate.
Yes, the shows are presented live in both German and English by the master bakers.
Absolutely! Children find the dough-stretching demonstration fascinating and usually love the tasting afterward.
Yes, photography and filming for personal use are encouraged, but please be respectful of other guests' views.
Yes, the Café Residenz and the bakery area are fully accessible for guests with mobility challenges.
Yes, the bakery shop sells whole strudels and individual portions packaged for takeaway, along with other Viennese specialties.
Many versions of the Vienna PASS and Flexi Pass include the Strudel Show. Check your specific pass details for confirmation.
The shows typically run every hour on the hour from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, daily.
The show uses the 'Original' recipe from the imperial era. While they show you the technique, they also provide you with a recipe card so you can try it at home!
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