Schloss Schönbrunn, on the outskirts of Vienna (just take the U4 to Schönbrunn and the castle is right round the corner), is beautiful even when November winds are freezing and dark clouds cover the sky. The (audio-)guided tour through the castle gives an intimate insight in the lives of the Habsburg-family, who spent much of their time there, and I must admit I was almost moved to tears when parts of Maria Theresa's diary was read. 
The gardens are also wonderful, not too large (as the one in Versailles), but with a surprisingly private feel to it. Exploring the "woods", discovering the "Roman ruins", and making friends with local wildlife makes it a great experience. We will have to go back in summer. 
Visited by Maria (who had been there before) and Mattias 2007-11-09, and Isabella (who had also visited earlier) and Dennis 2007-11-12
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