Forming the eastern foothills of the Alps, this vast green space extends to the west of Vienna and brings a country charm to the city's peripheral districts. A stone's throw from the capital, the Wienerwald (Vienna Woods) guarantees pleasant walks and a breath of fresh air. Hidden away in this generous natural site, there are also a handful of historical and cultural treasures, such as monasteries, villages and parks, not to mention all the villages scattered about the vineyards, where visitors come to taste the new wine.