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Essling

Coordinates: 48°12′50″N 16°31′30″E / 48.214°N 16.525°E / 48.214; 16.525
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Essling
Coat of arms SV Essling Map
Das Wappen von Essling
Vereinswappen des SV Esslings

Essling[1] is part of Donaustadt, the 22nd district of Vienna.

History

The first name of the place was Ezzelarn. The Ezzelarn family had important roles in the Vienna city administration. Konrad von Eslarn was mayor of Vienna in 1287. From about 1590, the place name changed into Ehsling or Essling. The area is known for the Battle of Aspern-Essling, which was fought nearby between May 21 and May 22, 1809.

Sports clubs

The district is also known for their own soccer-team called SV Essling, which was founded in 1931, currently playing in the minor leagues.

Sights

Essling
Essling Castle
Essling Granary
  • Essling Castle
  • Essling Granary

References

  1. ^ [1] Eßling history government website (German)
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48°12′50″N 16°31′30″E / 48.214°N 16.525°E / 48.214; 16.525

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