Vienna — Kronen Zeitung Building Webcam

Kronen Zeitung is Austria’s most widely read and influential daily newspaper. It was founded in Vienna in 1900 by Gustav Davis and Viktor Sommer, and for over a century, it has remained a dominant force in the country’s print media while also expanding significantly into the digital space. Today, it is considered one of the most influential German-language newspapers, playing a key role in Austria’s political, social, and cultural life.

From the very beginning, Kronen Zeitung aimed to reach a broad audience, delivering current news, on-the-ground reports, and engaging entertainment content. By the early decades of the 20th century, the newspaper had gained widespread popularity for its accessible language and its willingness to tackle issues of importance to the general public.

Following World War II, the paper was revived and reestablished as a major part of Austria’s media landscape. A turning point came in 1959, when the influential Dichand family took over the newspaper. Hans Dichand, one of Austria’s most prominent publishers, led the newspaper until his death in 2010, making it the most widely read newspaper in the country by the time of his death.

Today, Kronen Zeitung leads all Austrian newspapers in circulation and readership. Its daily circulation is approximately 700,000 copies, and its total audience reaches around 2.5 million people. Given Austria’s population of just over 9 million, this represents an extraordinarily high market share, underscoring the Krone’s dominant position in the country’s print media sector.

Kronen Zeitung’s popularity is rooted in its unique style of reporting and its wide range of content, which appeals to both younger and older readers. Its main sections cover politics, economics, sports, culture, and social affairs, ensuring there is something for every demographic.

The newspaper remains a key source of information for millions of Austrians and continues to shape public opinion on a national scale. Due to its wide reach and considerable influence, Kronen Zeitung is frequently at the center of political debates and public discourse.

This webcam, installed on the roof of the Kronen Zeitung building along the Danube Canal, offers a panoramic view of Vienna. It captures the canal, the districts of Heiligenstadt and Brigittenau, and even the distant Danube River, providing a live glimpse of the city’s weather, traffic, and skyline.