Anchor watch
Anchor watch
The Anker Clock is the hidden gem of Vienna's city center. At the Hoher Markt, this extraordinary clock connects two building parts of the so-called Anker-Hof. In this sense, the viewer can also identify it as a bridge.
In fact, the anchor clock is even in use as a bridge! Because every hour is indicated by a figure or a pair of figures moving across the bridge. In total, that's 12 different appearances for 12 hours. At noon, all the figures appear together for a parade and are accompanied by music.
But a special mood spreads the anchor clock around Christmas time. Because then it plays Christmas carols every day between 5pm and 6pm.
In this sense, the clock is a cheerful pleasure for young and old.
The Art Nouveau creation was designed by imperial and royal painter Franz Matsch. Painter Franz Matsch in the period from 1911 to 1914.
Address
High Market 10-11
1010 Vienna
Admission
Free of charge