Duck hunt in the fountain district: Find the works of art and profits!

Duck hunt in the fountain district: Find the works of art and profits!

Brunnenviertel, Wien, Österreich - In lively Ottakring, the duck hunt is in full swing. Until July 31, 2025, duck lovers in the fountain district can go looking for handmade ceramicists. The campaign, which is organized by the IG Brunnenviertel and local companies, attracts numerous participants who can find their ducks with a little luck and skill. This entertaining scavenger hunt not only enjoys, but also rewarded the finders with small gifts. The happy duck hunters only have to take a photo of their discovery and post it on social media.

started the exciting hunting on June 13, 2025, the day of the duck. At 6:00 p.m., the starting signal for a culinary experience tour was given, in which the participants could enjoy a variety of international dishes before they were able to search for the limited ceramics. Artistically handmade by the artist Renate Gerlach, the ducks are a real Highlight. All ducks are numbered and are waiting to be discovered.

participation and rewards

If you find a duck, you should definitely take a photo, either in front of the shop where the duck was hidden or at the new location of the duck. In order to receive the reward, it is important to share the picture on Instagram or Facebook with @brunnenviertel or the hashtag #hiddenducksimbrunnenviertel. Alternatively, the photos can also be sent to the email address uwieser@dasfoto.info . Tips for duck search are also provided regularly on Facebook so that nobody has to go home without a duck.

The event quickly developed into a popular attraction, not only for locals, but also for visitors from other parts of the city. The mixture of enjoyment and discovery makes the scavenger hunt a perfect excursion for the whole family. In addition to hunting, there are numerous ways to try special delicacies in the participating local local delicacies and at the same time to spend an entertaining time in the Brunnenviertel.

culinary scavenger hunt for gourmets

The duck hunt is not the only event that attracts people in Ottakring. The Culinary schnitzel hunt offers another highlight for gourmet. Participants explore up to twelve restaurants, cafes and delicatessen shops in groups, where they can enjoy culinary tastings. Since its foundation in 2014, the concept has now established itself in more than 20 cities and invites connoisseurs to discover local gastronomy.

whether with the duck hunting or culinary scavenger hunt, there is a lot to experience in Ottakring. So go to the fountain district, and go on a duck hunting - the next little "quack" could be the beginning of an exciting day!