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Vienna OUTDOOR Fitness Training - STADTPARK (Probetraining GRATIS)
Hallo Sportsfreunde!
Herzlich Willkommen bei Vienna Outdoor Fitness Training☺️☀️💪🏽
Euch erwarten abwechslungsreiche Kräftigungs-Workouts für den ganzen Körper unter Anleitung eines ausgebildeten Trainers, der euch anleiten, korrigieren, unterstützen und natürlich motiviert. :-)
Für wen: Einsteiger & Fortgeschrittene
Kostenbeitrag: € 16,- in bar / 130€ für einen 10er Block
!!!PROBETRAINING GRATIS!!!
Was erwartet euch: Kräftigungstraining mit Fitnesskleingeräten (TRX, Kettlebells, Plates, Resistance Bands, Medizinbällen) und dem eigenen Körpergewicht. Durch die verschiedenen Variationen kann das Training sowohl für Anfänger als auch für Fortgeschrittene angepasst werden und jeder kommt dabei an seine Grenzen und wird dabei fitter und stärker.
Weiters trefft ihr motivierte Gleichgesinnte zum gemeinsamen Schwitzen und Spaß haben! ;-)
Mitzubringen: Trinkflasche, gemütliche Sportbekleidung und - wenn vorhanden - eine Trainingsmatte!
Die Dauer der Workouts beträgt ca. 60 Minuten (Warm Up - Hauptteil - Cool Down).
Wir bleiben während dem Training an einem Standort, damit ihr euch während dem Training keine Sorgen und Gedanken um eure Wertgegenstände machen müsst! :-)
Treffpunkt: STADTPARK, Einfahrt Weg Am Stadtpark zur Meierei Koordinaten: 48.204636, 16.382232 - https://maps.app.goo.gl/sQAzoSttkiH8FWzaA
Wir freuen uns riesig darauf, euch wiederzusehen und auch neue Gesichter kennenzulernen und gemeinsam mit euch zu trainieren!
Sportliche Grüße, Geri
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Hello workout buddies! :-)
Welcome to VIENNA OUTDOOR FITNESS TRAINING☺️☀️💪🏽
You can expect varied full body strength & conditioning workouts with a qualified trainer, who will guide, correct, support and of course motivate you. :-)
Who: Beginner & intermediates
How much: € 16,- cash or PayPal / € 130,- for a book of 10 workouts
!!! FREE TRIAL TRAINING !!!
What: Functional full body workouts with periodic focus on certain body parts like arms, shoulders, back and legs.
What awaits you: Strengthening training with fitness accessories (TRX, kettlebells, medicine balls, resistance bands, plates) and your own body weight. Through the different variations, the training can be adapted for beginners as well as for advanced athletes. Everyone will reach their limits and will become fitter and stronger.
So meet cool people and have fun! =)
Please bring: Water bottle, sports-clothes and a fitness mat.
We will also stay in one place in order to take care of your belongings.
Meeting point: STADTPARK, "entrance-road" to Am Stadtpark "Zur Meierei, Steierereck"
coordinates: 48.204636, 16.382232 - https://maps.app.goo.gl/sQAzoSttkiH8FWzaA
We are looking forward to meeting you and to breaking a sweat together!
Sporty regards, Geri
Meditation Activities
🌿 Deutsch unten -- We now offer the following activities, all on Thursday Evenings from 19:00–21:00 🌿
🖌 1st Thursday of the month – Meditation & Drawing
Chanting & meditation, followed by creative drawing exercises to expand perception and soften habitual patterns.
🧘 2nd Thursdays of the month – Meditation & Yoga
Chanting & meditation, followed by Pranayama, gentle Hatha/Ashtanga-inspired movements to cultivate balance, clarity, and presence.
🕊 3rd Thursday of the month – Meditation in Movement
Chanting & meditation, followed by Qigong moving exercises led by Manuel to apply non-dualism while in slow movement.
😇 4th Thursday of the month – Guided Meditation
Chanting & meditation, followed by an investigation into our true nature. We will take a Zen koan from the Gateless Gate as a point of departure.
🤫 In case there is a 5th Thursday – Silent Meditation
Chanting & meditation, followed by longer periods of silence.
✨ Details
• €12 (€10 reduced), cash at the door
• Registration through Meetup appreciated, not required
• No prior experience needed
• Light snacks and drinks available during the breaks
🔗 [www.meetup.com/der-stille-punkt-wien/](https://www.meetup.com/der-stille-punkt-wien/)
🏠 Hütteldorferstraße 128, Top 02, 1140 Wien
📧 [[jacques.van.engel@gmail.com](mailto:jacques.van.engel@gmail.com)]([mailto:jacques.van.engel@gmail.com](http://mailto:jacques.van.engel@gmail.com/))
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🌿 Wir bieten nun folgende Aktivitäten an, jeweils donnerstags von 19:00 bis 21:00 Uhr 🌿
🖌 Erster Donnerstag im Monat – Meditation & Zeichnen
Chanten & Meditation, gefolgt von kreativen Zeichenübungen, um die Wahrnehmung zu erweitern und gewohnheitsmäßige Muster aufzulockern.
🧘 2. Donnerstag im Monat – Meditation & Yoga
Chanten & Meditation, gefolgt von Pranayama und sanften, von Hatha/Ashtanga inspirierten Bewegungen zur Förderung von Gleichgewicht, Klarheit und Präsenz.
🕊 3. Donnerstag im Monat – Meditation in Bewegung
Chanten & Meditation, gefolgt von Qigong-Bewegungsübungen unter der Leitung von Manuel, um Non-Dualismus in langsamen Bewegungen zu erforschen.
😇 4. Donnerstag im Monat – Geführte Meditation
Chanten & Meditation, gefolgt von einer Erkundung unserer wahren Natur. Jacques wird einen Zen-Koan aus dem „Tor ohne Tor“ als Ausgangspunkt nehmen.
🤫 Falls es einen 5. Donnerstag gibt – Stille Meditation
Chanten & Meditation, gefolgt von längeren Phasen der Stille.
✨ Details
• 12 € (ermäßigt 10 €), Barzahlung an der Tür
• Anmeldung über Meetup erwünscht, aber nicht erforderlich
• Keine Vorkenntnisse erforderlich
• kleine Snacks & Getränke während der Pausen
🔗 [www.meetup.com/der-stille-punkt-wien/](https://www.meetup.com/der-stille-punkt-wien/)
🏠 Hütteldorferstraße 128, Top 02, 1140 Wien
📧 [jacques.van.engel@gmail.com](mailto:jacques.van.engel@gmail.com)
image: Odilon Redon, The Buddha
THURSDAY👋⚽FOOTBALL FRIENDLY 20:30-22:00 (Donaucity) w/ SORIN & Video Highlights
Things to know before playing:
Ladies and Gentlemen, boys and girls;
We play Thursday Night Football (outdoor only) . We play 90 minutes (kick off is at 20:30, and we meet at least 15 minutes before for a warm up phase). Post-Corona football matches are most likely between 14-16 and 28-32 players. If you would like to join please bring artificial turf shoes (like the ones for indoor turf) and shin pads (not mandatory but definitely recommendable).
All I ask is that you come with a good mood, be respectful to everyone, and pay online using the link below.
[FOOTxp Thursday Night Football](https://footballexperiences.net/kickaball/p/thursdaynightfootball/)
Other methods for payments.
**Bank Transfer**:
Sorin-Florian Brici
AT27 2011 1829 5564 7001
**\* [Revolut](https://revolut.me/brici)** \- Recommended
**\* [Wise](https://wise.com/pay/me/sorinb256)** \- Also recommended
**\* [Paypal](https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/sorinSocial)** \- Please use non\-Commercial product
We play light: no sliding, hard tackling, fighting, screaming, & hopefully no injuries. We need to respect current regulations in Vienna, Austria.
The main priorities are to have fun and being safe. The drinks are relatively free after the game in the local pub, served to those who have shown fantastic football fair-play skills. We’ll confirm the location, the pitches, and the dressing room numbers via our dedicated Football WhatsApp group. Keep an eye out for the group messages. See you all soon.
Sorin SMS/ WhatsApp +43 6764276984 (please ask to be added to our football groups). We will probably need to confirm your presence if you are coming for the first or second time.
Important management rule:
\> "No shows" are penalized with 10€ fee\. Please remove your name from the list at least SIX\!\!\! \(6\) HOURS before the event\. Book a place via FootballExperiences\.NET using this link
[Kick A Ball via FOOTxp.COM](https://footballexperiences.net/kickaball/)
One small final note:
Please avoid trying to take justice in your hands. If someone is talking bad, complaining, insulting someone, fouling on purpose or committing the usual football shenanigans, please let the organizers know. Measures will be taken, we assure you. Any misbehavior on your part, such as responding in an obscene way, fighting, or leaving the pitch is not a practical and diplomatic way of resolving the issues (it tends to create more tension and cause more problems). Let’s be respectful and mature and try to enjoy the game we all love. That’s why we’re all here. Get to know people from all over the world and have fun!
Thank you.
Sorin
Shut Up & Write!® Thursdays @Café Pierre
Join us for a writing session! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 18:00 on Thursdays at Café Pierre.
Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done.
SCHEDULE:
18:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros.
18:15- timer starts
20:00 - (the end) chat / take off / keep writing / discussion group meeting.
Café Pierre closes at 24:00
OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens when we're finished and before the writing session starts. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing.
BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and join us!
Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you at Café Pierre!
What Should I Bring?
Whatever you need to be able to write!
Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the cafe’s overhead music or the occasional conversation by other patrons.
Other Important Details:
INTERNET: There is WLAN in the café. The staff will tell you the password if you ask them, or just ask me.
TRAVEL / PARKING: U3 Neubaugasse, U4 Kettenbrückengasse. If you drive there, remember that Kurzparkzone applies.
SEATING INFORMATION: plenty of seats available. It's the big oval table inside, but if the weather is nice in the summertime, we may be found outside.
GUIDELINES: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.
Other information: There is no registration process for this meetup. Just click on the meetup you want to attend and then click on the red button "Teilnehmen" or "attend". If that doesn't work, you can attend the writing session anyway.
Mixed indoor volleyball
Mixed indoor volleyball. We play intermediate and advanced levels in a friendly and respectful environment. We play for enjoyment. Please note that numbers are important, so if you cannot come, please cancel 48 hours in advance so others can join. Failure to do so will result in exclusion from future games and payment of any outstanding fees. Best regards.
Queer Salsa Lesson
We’re back on the dance floor! Queer Salsa returns to @[villavidacafe](http://www.instagram.com/villavidacafe) with weekly classes every Thursday. 💜
Our classes are donation-based and open to everyone—no gender roles assigned, no partner required. Come solo, with a friend, or bring your favorite dance partner. 🪩 No registration necessary, just show up.
We offer **two levels of classes**, so whether you’re brand new to salsa or already have experience, you’ll find the right space to grow your skills and confidence as a queer salsa dancer. ☀️
✨ What to expect:
* A warm, inclusive community
* Salsa lessons without gendered expectations
* Two levels: beginner-friendly & intermediate
* Fun, music, and connection every week
📅 When: Every Thursday
📍 Where: Villa Vida Café, Linke Wienzeile 102, Vienna
💜 Donation-based entry
Let’s move, sweat, and celebrate together—queer style!
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Wir sind zurück auf der Tanzfläche! Queer Salsa startet wieder im @[villavidacafe](http://www.instagram.com/villavidacafe) mit wöchentlichen Kursen jeden Donnerstag. 💜
Unsere Kurse sind spendenbasiert und für alle offen – keine Geschlechterrollen, keine Tanzpartner*innen erforderlich. Komm allein, mit Freund*innen oder bring deine*n Lieblingstanzpartner*in mit. 🪩
Wir bieten **zwei Level** an, sodass sowohl absolute Anfänger*innen als auch Fortgeschrittene den passenden Raum finden, um ihre Salsa-Skills auszubauen und als Queer Salsa Tänzer*in selbstbewusst zu werden. ☀️
✨ Das erwartet dich:
* Eine warme, inklusive Community
* Salsa-Unterricht ohne Geschlechterklischees
* Zwei Levels: Anfänger\*innen & Fortgeschrittene
* Spaß, Musik und Begegnung – jede Woche
📅 Wann: Jeden Donnerstag
📍 Wo: Villa Vida Café, Linke Wienzeile 102, Wien
💜 Teilnahme auf Spendenbasis
Lasst uns gemeinsam tanzen, schwitzen und feiern – queer und voller Freude!
Linien und Schatten
**Kurz gesagt "Linien und Schatten -Workshop":**
Wenn du eine transformative Erfahrung machen möchtest, die deine Zeichenfähigkeiten verbessert und dir hilft, dein Talent zu entdecken, bist du hier genau richtig. **Das Kohle-Kulli-Graphit Workshop.**
Wir treffen uns jeden **Donnerstag** von 18:30 bis 21:00 Uhr im **Atelier La Villa**, Hasenauerstraße 38, 1190 Wien,
**Du hast die Möglichkeit:**
… **Zeichentechniken** mit verschiedenen Medien (Graphit, Kohle und Stifte) zu entwickeln
… deine **visuelle Wahrnehmung** zu verändern und zu verbessern
… **Bilder zu schaffen**, von abstrakt bis fotorealistisch
… abzuschalten, zu meditieren und einer **kreativen Aktivität nachzugehen**
Wenn du bereits zeichnen kannst, aber dein volles Potenzial noch nicht ausgeschöpft hast, **ist dies der richtige Workshop für dich.**
In den 5 Lektionen à 2,5 Stunden werden wir viele Arten von Übungen durchführen, die darauf abzielen, die Wahrnehmung von Linien, Formen und dreidimensionalen Volumen zu entwickeln.
Wir werden uns im freien Zeichnen und in der gestischen Zeichnung üben.
Wir werden lernen, wie man mit Stift, Bleistift und Kohle Tonwertskalen erstellt. Wir werden nützliche Hilfsmittel zur Wahrnehmung von Tonwerten entwickeln und lernen, wie man Zeichnungen anhand von Referenzbildern erstellt, überträgt oder vergrößert.
Natürlich werden wir in nur 5 Lektionen unser Bestes tun, um deinen Wunsch, die Kunst des Zeichnens zu erlernen, zu erfüllen, aber unser Angebot wird mit dem Kauf von 2 oder 3 Blöcken à 5 Lektionen immer vorteilhafter.
Du musst dich nicht im Voraus entscheiden, du kannst deine Erfahrungen mit dem ersten Block machen und wenn du zufrieden bist, kannst du weitermachen und die folgenden Blöcke erhalten einen reduzierten Preis.
**Hier sind unsere Preise:**
**1 Block** (5 Lektionen) **kostet 150 €**. (12,5 Stunden)
**2 Blöcke** (10 Lektionen) **kosten 280 €.**
**3 Blöcke (15 Lektionen**) kosten **390 €**.
**Falls du aus irgendeinem Grund nicht fünfmal kommen kannst**,
die Preise für: 3 Sitzungen kosten **105 €** oder 2 Sitzungen kosten **80 €** .
**"Linien und Schatten".**
Das Kohle-Kulli-Graphit Workshop. Lerne zeichnen mit Freude, schärfe deine Wahrnehmung und entdecken deine Fähigkeit zu zeichnen.
**Begrenzte Teilnehmerzahl.**
**Materialien für den Kurs:**
Bleistifte, Kohle, Kugelschreiber, Radiergummis.
Zeichenpapier oder Skizzenblock
**[Atelier La Villa](https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722413698382263)**[, Hasenauerstraße 38, 1190 Vienna.](https://www.facebook.com/groups/1722413698382263)
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Club de carte - Literatură scrisă în limba română – Viena
Club de carte - Literatură scrisă în limba română – Viena
Îți place să citești și ți-ar plăcea să vorbești despre cărți cu oameni care împărtășesc aceeași bucurie? Lansăm un club de carte scrisă în limba română, la Viena, dedicat tuturor celor care vor să transforme lectura într-o experiență împărtășită.
Ne dorim întâlniri relaxate, cu conversații autentice, opinii diferite, râsete, poate și mici controverse – exact așa cum se întâmplă atunci când o carte chiar ne pune pe gânduri.
Clubul este deschis celor care trăiesc în Viena și citesc sau vor să înceapă să citească literatură scrisă în limba română, dar și oricui se simte conectat la limba română.
Într-un oraș atât de divers precum Viena, astfel de întâlniri sunt o ocazie frumoasă de a crea legături, de a ne regăsi prin povești și de a construi o mică comunitate în jurul cărților.
Nu contează cât de mult sau cât de repede citești. Contează să îți dorești să fii acolo și să împărtășești ce ai simțit citind.
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📖 Cartea cu care începem:
Kinderland de Liliana Corobca
Ebook disponibil:
[https://www.libris.ro/ebook/ebook-kinderland-liliana-corobca/12972084](https://www.libris.ro/ebook/ebook-kinderland-liliana-corobca/12972084)
Scribd:
[https://www.scribd.com/document/731993970/Corobca-Liliana-Kinderland-retail](https://www.scribd.com/document/731993970/Corobca-Liliana-Kinderland-retail)
📍 Locația:
Europe Direct Wien - Europazentrum Wien
Lassingleithnerpl. 2/3, 1020 Wien
🗓 Data și ora:
Sâmbătă 25.04.26, 16:00
Coordonatoare:
Liuba Rusnac, scriitoare
🔗 Link înscriere / detalii:
moldor.org@gmail.com
Dacă vrei ca lectura să nu mai fie doar un moment solitar, ci începutul unei conversații, te așteptăm cu drag.
Crossing the Border on Foot Retz (AT) to Znojmo (CZ)
Hi everyone!
On **Sunday, April 26, 2026**, I’m planning a scenic cross-border hike from the charming town of **Retz** in Lower Austria to the historic Czech town of **Znaim (Znojmo)**. This route leads through gentle countryside, vineyards, open fields, and quiet rural landscapes typical for the Weinviertel region.
We start the hike in Retz and finish in the old town of Znaim, known for its impressive medieval architecture and its location above the Thaya River. The trail takes us through rolling hills and agricultural landscapes, gradually crossing the border into the Czech Republic. The terrain is mostly easy to walk, with wide paths and only moderate elevation changes.
**Highlights**
🌾 **Typical Weinviertel landscapes** with vineyards, fields, and wide open views
🌍 **A scenic cross-border experience** from Austria into the Czech Republic
🏰 **Finish in the historic old town of Znaim**, a charming town with impressive medieval architecture
**Hike Details**
* **Duration:** approx. 6.5 hours (pure walking time including some sightseeing in Znojmo)
* **Distance:** approx. 21 km
* **Elevation:** ↗️ 400 m up
* **Difficulty:** Easy to moderate (main challenge is the distance)
* **Pace:** We’ll walk at a comfortable, social pace and take short breaks as needed
More information on the trail:
[https://www.bahn-zum-berg.at/weinviertel/weinberge-und-thaya-von-retz-nach-znaim/](https://www.bahn-zum-berg.at/weinviertel/weinberge-und-thaya-von-retz-nach-znaim/)
**Fitness note**
Although we will walk at a relaxed pace, the hike requires physical effort due to its length (about **21 km**) and elevation gain (around **350 meters**).
The trails themselves are not technically difficult, but a reasonable level of fitness is needed to comfortably complete the distance.
This hike is therefore probably **not suitable** for people who do not go hiking regularly, who have not joined our group hikes before, or who are not used to longer hikes.
**Meeting Point & Travel**
**Meeting Time:** 08:30 at **Praterstern station**
(Ground floor near ticket machines, exit to platforms 1 & 2)
Please arrive a few minutes early so we can buy the group tickets.
**Departure:** Train **REX3** leaves at **09:01**
(presumably Platform 1–2)
**Arrival:** Retz at **10:12**
**Direct trains from Znojmo back to Vienna:** 16:57, 18:57, 20:57
I recommend avoiding the last train back, just in case.
**What to Expect**
We’ll walk together at a **relaxed, social pace**, staying as a group throughout the day.
This is **not a race or performance hike** — the focus is on shared experience, conversation, and enjoying the landscape at an unhurried rhythm.
We’ll take regular short breaks whenever useful.
🥪 We don’t plan to stop at huts or restaurants during the hike, so please bring your own snacks and drinks (at least **1.5 liters of water**).
🌧️ Weather can be changeable, so **basic rain protection is recommended**.
🥾 Please wear **sturdy hiking shoes**. Some sections may be muddy, depending on the weather.
Please note that **there are no public toilets on the trail itself.**
🧢 Please bring **sun protection** (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses), especially on warm or sunny days.
⚠️**Important**
Since we are crossing an international border on foot, please do not forget your **passport or national ID card (Personalausweis)**.
Even though there are usually no border controls between Austria and Czechia, you are legally required to carry a valid travel document.
Each person is responsible for their own documents and entry requirements.
**Ticket Option**
The **VOR Freizeitticket** costs **€19.90** for the day in Lower Austria.
More information:
[https://www.vor.at/en/tickets/ticket-overview/leisure-ticket](https://www.vor.at/en/tickets/ticket-overview/leisure-ticket)
Please note:
The following tickets are only valid until **Retz**:
* Einfach-raus ticket
* VOR Freizeitticket
* Klimaticket Ostregion / Österreich
You must buy your own ticket for the section between Znojmo and Retz (approx €3,4 for each direction).
The VOR Freizeitticket is only valid on regional trains in Lower Austria.
If you are unsure about ticket options, don’t worry — just message me directly.
And if this sounds complicated: it isn’t.
I will help coordinate everything at the meeting point so we can start the hike in a relaxed way.
**Disclaimer:**
As always, this is a free, private leisure activity.
I am not a certified hiking guide, and participation is at your own responsibility and risk.
I will send a weather update to everyone registered on **Friday evening**.
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
Looking forward to seeing you for this spring hike!
Jörg
**Essential Logistics**
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**Travel Information**
**Travel documents**
Since we are crossing an international border, please bring your passport or national ID card.
Even without regular border checks, you are legally required to carry valid identification.
Each participant is responsible for their own travel documents and entry requirements.
**Money**
Card payments are widely accepted in the Czech Republic.
The local currency is Czech Koruna (CZK), but many places also accept Euros.
**Phone data**
EU roaming rules apply.
Your Austrian mobile data plan should work without extra cost.
If you use a prepaid or non-EU SIM card, please check with your provider.
Democrats Abroad Community Event
Join us in the American tradition of civic engagement by helping us clean up the Kaiserwiese in Prater 🌳 (near the Riesenrad)!
We particularly welcome young children and teens (and their parents!) who want to model "giving back" to the community. We are doing this in support of Vienna's MA48's "Wien räumt auf" (Vienna Cleans Up) initiative.
With any luck it will be a beautiful day and a great chance to get to know other Americans and feel good about pitching in!
You can RSVP on our [website](https://www.democratsabroad.org/jenniferrakowstepper/daat_2026_comedy-3) so we know how many people to expect, or just show up!
Spring in Znojmo (CZ): National Park Hike & Historic Town Walk
Hi everyone!
On Saturday, April 25, 2026, I am planning a scenic spring hike in **Znojmo (Czech Republic)**.
Join us for a relaxed and social day as we explore the historic town of Znojmo and beautiful sections of **Podyjí National Park**.
**Highlights**
🌿 Scenic trails through parts of Podyjí National Park
🏰 Historic town of Znojmo with charming streets and viewpoints
🌄 Beautiful views over the Thaya river valley
☕ Flexible return — stay longer in Znojmo to explore, relax, or enjoy a café after the hike
I also plan a short walk through the city so we can do some sightseeing together.
After the hike, you are free to stay longer in Znojmo if you like.
Since everyone buys their own train ticket, you can return at your preferred time.
I highly recommend visiting the Znojmo Town Hall Tower (approx 4€ entrance) and the underground tour:
[https://www.znojemskabeseda.cz/en/tourism/underground](https://www.znojemskabeseda.cz/en/tourism/underground)
**Hike Details**
**Duration:** Approx. 4 hours (pure walking time, not including sightseeing in Znojmo)
**Distance:** Approx. 16 km
**Elevation:** ↗️ 450 m up
**Difficulty:** Easy (technically), but requires basic fitness due to the distance
**Pace:** We’ll walk at a comfortable, social pace and take short breaks as needed
**Meeting Point & Travel**
**Meeting Time:** 08:30
**Meeting Location:** Praterstern station (ground floor near ticket machines, exit to platforms 1 & 2)
**Departure:** Train REX3 leaves at 09:01 (presumably Platform 1–2). Please buy your own ticket before boarding the train.
**Arrival:** Znojmo at 10:36
**Direct trains back to Vienna:**
14:57, 16:57, 18:57, 20:57
I recommend avoiding the last train back, just in case.
**What to Expect**
We will walk together as a group at a relaxed and friendly pace.
This is not a race or performance hike — the focus is on enjoying nature, conversation, and a shared experience.
We will stay together during the hike and take short breaks whenever useful.
Please note:
We do not plan to stop at huts or restaurants during the hike.
**What to Bring**
🥪 Snacks and drinks (at least 1.5 liters of water)
🥾 Sturdy hiking shoes
🌧️ Basic rain protection
🧢 Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
Please note: There are no public toilets on the trail itself.
**Ticket Information**
The **VOR Freizeitticket** costs €19.90 for one day in Lower Austria.
Important:
The Einfach-Raus ticket, VOR Freizeitticket, and Klimaticket are only valid until **Retz**.
You need an additional ticket for the short section between **Retz and Znojmo**
(approx. €3–4 per direction).
If you are unsure about ticket options, don’t worry.
I will help coordinate everything at the meeting point so we can start the day in a relaxed way.
**Travel documents**
Since we are crossing an international border, please bring your passport or national ID card.
Even without regular border checks, you are legally required to carry valid identification.
Each participant is responsible for their own travel documents and entry requirements.
**Disclaimer**
This is a free, private leisure activity.
I am not a certified hiking guide.
Please join only if you feel comfortable with the distance and conditions.
Everyone participates at their own responsibility.
I will send a weather update to everyone registered on Thursday evening.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact me.
Looking forward to a beautiful spring day together!
Jörg
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**Travel Information**
**Travel documents**
Since we are crossing an international border, please bring your passport or national ID card.
Even without regular border checks, you are legally required to carry valid identification.
Each participant is responsible for their own travel documents and entry requirements.
**Money**
Card payments are widely accepted in the Czech Republic.
The local currency is Czech Koruna (CZK), but many places also accept Euros.
**Phone data**
EU roaming rules apply.
Your Austrian mobile data plan should work without extra cost.
If you use a prepaid or non-EU SIM card, please check with your provider.
Master Copy Worskshop by Andy Nabong
Master Copy 3,5-day Workshop with Andy Nabong (Fri eve, Sat, Sun, Mon). Please go to www.viennaatelier.com --> events --> "Masters Copy" ... for details or send email to info@viennaatelier.com
3,5-tägiger Kopien alter Meister Workshop mit Andy Nabong. Bitte gehen Sie auf https://de.viennaatelier.com --> Events --> "Kopien alter Meister" für Details oder senden Sie eine E-Mail an info@viennaatelier.com
Bouldering Edelweiss Center
Bouldering Session at the Edelweiss Center.
Each participant is responsible for paying their entry fee upon arrival.
Keep in mind that you need an Alpenverein Membership after your first trial visit.
Meeting at the entrance area and entering together at 14’
I train @ My Pace - with Jason
-Outdoor Functional Training for All Fitness Levels-
Join us as we combine healthy, balanced movement with fun, gamified ideas to give you our unique FUNctional training! And in case that doesn’t really tell you what to expect, just think short intervals of exercise combined together in a playful and interactive way to help you strengthen your body in a sustainable way while allowing you to meet new people (and often even forget how hard you’re working out).
As a reminder for those nervous about their fitness level: Everything we do, we do with all fitness levels in mind; so the exercises are always adjustable to your level and you’re always strongly encouraged to take it at your own pace - I mean, we’re not called My Pace for nothing!
How to find us: We meet and train behind the calisthenics workout station on the Zirkuswiese of the Prater. Here a link to the location on Google maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/QdRPEaYTiavZbmVW7
Cost: In the interest of inclusivity, we've decided to make our sessions donations based here, so you're invited to pay what you can afford. If that actually makes you more uncomfortable and doesn't make it easier to come, know that we've received donations from €2 to €20 and they all made us very happy, because our primary goal is to get people moving and to show them it can be fun all in all. The money is secondary.
One other thing that’s useful to know:
- In the case of bad weather, we do have a back-up location that will protect us from the rain. Should we need to move, we will change the location of this event here. Please feel free to check back here before any event where you suspect bad weather or, even better, simply get in touch with us! We’re available via WhatsApp message or email.
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If you'd like to know more about My Pace, feel free to visit our website at https://www.mypace.at
Via Ferrata Events Near You
Connect with your local Via Ferrata community
Powell Gold Star Referral Club Meetup
We meet at lunch each week and each meeting follows a fairly organized agenda. First all participants pass their business cards around. Then each member and guest is invited to give a one-minute overview of their company and what is a perfect referral for the week. We always have a 10 minute presentation from one of the members about their business in more detail. And finally we pass referrals. You're welcome to visit. Nobody is ever put on the spot. Bring plenty of cards!
Data Cleansing using Data Bricks
The May Ohio North Database Training user group meeting will be held on **May 5th, 2026 at 5:00PM**. This will be a **HYBRID** event and we will be joined in person by **Sam Nasr.**
You're welcome to come meet in-person at our meeting location, the offices of Improving at
**[6000 Freedom Square Dr,](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Improving/@41.4004167,-81.6614462,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x8830e5b8255c5919:0xd8297060eb68fe04!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830dc7a0fe35dc9:0xbfc4710ecadfc5c!8m2!3d41.4004127!4d-81.6588713!16s%2Fg%2F1hm3hkqp3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQzMC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)**
**[Unit 110,](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Improving/@41.4004167,-81.6614462,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x8830e5b8255c5919:0xd8297060eb68fe04!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830dc7a0fe35dc9:0xbfc4710ecadfc5c!8m2!3d41.4004127!4d-81.6588713!16s%2Fg%2F1hm3hkqp3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQzMC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)**
**[Independence, OH 44131](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Improving/@41.4004167,-81.6614462,17z/data=!3m2!4b1!5s0x8830e5b8255c5919:0xd8297060eb68fe04!4m6!3m5!1s0x8830dc7a0fe35dc9:0xbfc4710ecadfc5c!8m2!3d41.4004127!4d-81.6588713!16s%2Fg%2F1hm3hkqp3?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDQzMC4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)**
[Teams Link ](https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/287759659366576?p=kCaammjECnUCvZzEJv)if anyone needs it after RSVP-ing for in person.
If you would like to subscribe to our email list outside of Meetup, we have changed platforms recently and you will need to register [here in Kit ](https://ohio-north-data-training.kit.com/b8f036f615)instead to receive emails.
Agenda:
**5:00 PM EST**: Online and in-person meeting begins with a social hour. This is an unstructured hour where you can join us to catch up and meet other group members before the session starts. There will be food brought in for in-person attendees.
**6:00 PM EST**: Elections, announcements, followed by our feature presentation. See below for presentation details.
**7:30 PM EST**: Optionally after the main presentations, the in-person crowd may go out for snacks and drinks at a local establishment.
We hope to see you there!
Session Abstract
### Data Cleansing using Data Bricks
Machine Learning is highly dependent on adequate data. Not only does quantity matter, but more importantly quality. In this session we’ll cover how to build a custom automated process using Data Bricks. This will provide methods for cleaning data in a data lake using functions in Azure.
\*Please note, that we will be using Microsoft Teams for the online portion of this meeting. You may want to join a few minutes early to ensure you do not have any issues. If you are attending in person, there are large TVs at the office, and you do not need to bring a laptop or use Teams.
Columbus Arduino Raspberry Pi Enthusiasts (CARPE) (Check Location)
Bring your Raspberry Pi, Arduino, microcontroller, or any other electronic project and join fellow electronics makers for a night of creativity and collaboration!
This session is open forum to share your current projects—whether complete or in progress, it’s all interesting! Whether you’re deep into embedded systems, exploring new ideas, or just getting started, you’ll find a welcoming space to collaborate, share, and get inspired.
**New to electronics or curious about tinkering?**
You’re absolutely welcome. If you’re a beginner and want to experiment, I’ll have a couple of starter kits available so you can try things out—whether that’s blinking your first LED, putting something on a display, or experimenting with simple sensors. No pressure and no experience required—just an interest in learning and building.
While we continue to pursue a more permanent venue for this Meetup, we’ll be using public library facilities based on availability. This session will be at the Worthington Park Library in the Olentangy Meeting Room.



















