I went for a run early this morning along the Hauptallee or central drive that spans the entire length of the Prater, the location of which is indicated by the light orange area on the above aerial view. It is conveniently close to central Vienna, shaded dark orange, and as such the drives, woods and meadows are well frequented by runners, cyclists, walkers and horse riders. It's current incarnation as a landscaped park can be traced to 1766, when Emperor Joseph II granted public access to what had previously been a royal hunting ground.
The word Prater is itself derived from the latin Pratum, which means meadow.
Vienna is ideal for running and it is a popular activity; particularly around the Prater and along the banks of the Danube Canal that skirts along the edge of Vienna's historic centre.
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