Gerstner K. u. K. Hof­zucker­bäcker
at Schönbrunn Palace

Welcome to the heart of the imperial heritage: we invite you on a culinary journey through the magnificent history of Schönbrunn Palace. Experience the unique combination of royal flair and exquisite cuisine in one of Vienna’s most famous landmarks.

Gerstner K. u. K. Hofzuckerbäcker at Schönbrunn Palace

Discover Gerstner’s culinary delights in the unique setting of Schönbrunn Palace. Our café-restaurant in the Kavalierstrakt invites you to round off your visit to Schönbrunn Palace in a cosy coffee house atmosphere. For a relaxing break, we recommend our Café Pavillon with a view of the majestic palace. Here you can enjoy the finest Gerstner delicacies in the picturesque palace park, surrounded by fragrant flowers and green meadows.

You can already look forward to our baking show, where you can experience the art of the court confectioners up close.

Café | Bar | Shop

Gerstner invites you to experience a unique blend of traditional Viennese cuisine and royal flair directly at Schoenbrunn Palace. Enjoy exquisite coffee, homemade pastries and delicious specialities in an ambience that harmoniously combines history and modernity.

Opening Hours
Mo – Su: 10:00 – 20:00 

Café Pavillon

We invite you to enjoy the unforgettable delights of Gerstner and experience the ambience of bygone eras. Let yourself be enchanted by the magnificent natural backdrop of Schönbrunn Palace Park and immerse yourself in a world full of history and flavour.

Winter break from 1st November til 31st March 2025

Opening hours: April to October
Mo – Fr: 10:00 – 18:00 
Sa, Su, Feiertag: 9:00 – 18:00 

Gerstner Ryoal Confectioner Show

Enjoy a unique culinary experience where you can discover the secrets of strudel making. Our baking shows offer you the opportunity to get up close and personal when our experienced confectioners demonstrate their skills and show you how traditional Austrian strudels are made.

Winter break January 07, 2025 – March 31, 2025

DAILY

11:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | 3:00 p.m. | 4:00 p.m

December 24 only the shows at 1:00 p.m & 2:00 p.m take place.
December 31 only the shows at 11:00 a.m & 12:00 p.m take place.
January 1st there will be no public shows.

Shows to be booked on site while places last

Special location for
special events

With its unique blend of historical charm and modern comfort, our Café Pavillon offers the ideal setting for your event in the centre of Schönbrunn Palace Park.

Gütesiegel des Gerstner K. u. K. Hofzuckerbäckers

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Christmas opening hours
at Schönbrunn Palace

We are delighted to welcome you to the elegant surroundings of Schönbrunn Palace during this festive season.

Please note our opening hours on the following days:

December 24: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
(Kitchen till 3:00 PM)
December 31: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
(Kitchen till 3:00 PM)
January 01: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
(Kitchen till 3:00 PM)

We wish you a peaceful Christmas and a sparkling start to the New Year.