In Vienna, the annual tradition of collecting the Friedenslicht, or Peace Light, continues in 2025. On December 24, the Peace Light will be available at all main fire stations of the Vienna Fire Department from 9 AM to 12 PM.
Where to Collect the Friedenslicht in Vienna
The central fire station, located at Am Hof 7 in the 1st district, will also operate the Fire Museum during these hours. Visitors can engage in activities while awaiting the arrival of Christkind.
Those interested in taking the Friedenslicht home are encouraged to bring their own lanterns.
Fire Museum Information
The Vienna Fire Museum, located at Am Hof 7, has specific opening hours:
- Tuesday: 2 PM – 5 PM
- Sunday and Public Holidays: 9 AM – 12 PM
During the Christmas holidays, the museum will open on:
- December 24 – 26
- December 28 and 31
- January 4 and 6
The museum will remain closed on December 23 and 30, as well as January 1, 2026. Admission is free.
Main Fire Stations for Friedenslicht Collection
The Friedenslicht can be collected from the following main fire stations in Vienna:
| Station Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Zentralfeuerwache/Feuerwehrmuseum | Am Hof 7, 1010 Wien |
| Wache Rathaus | Lichtenfelsgasse 2, 1010 Wien |
| Hauptfeuerwache Leopoldstadt | Vorgartenstraße 223C, 1020 Wien |
| Hauptfeuerwache Mariahilf | Gumpendorfer Gürtel 2, 1060 Wien |
| Wache AKH | Währinger Gürtel 18 – 20, 1090 Wien |
| Hauptfeuerwache Favoriten | Sonnwendgasse 14, 1100 Wien |
| Hauptfeuerwache Hernals | Johann Nepomuk-Berger-Platz 12, 1170 Wien |
| Hauptfeuerwache Döbling | Würthgasse 5 – 9, 1190 Wien |
| Hauptfeuerwache Floridsdorf | Josef Brazdovics-Straße 4, 1210 Wien |
| Hauptfeuerwache Donaustadt | Erzherzog Karl-Straße 170, 1220 Wien |
| Hauptfeuerwache Liesing | Siebenhirtenstraße 8 – 10, 1230 Wien |
This year, the Friedenslicht continues to symbolize peace and unity in the heart of Vienna, inviting everyone to participate in this cherished tradition.
