Wurstlestand+(food+stands)

Wurstelstand is a traditional Austrian street food stand that famously sells vienna sausages. The rough meaning of the word Wurstelstand is sausage kiosk. In addition to vienna sausages, these stands also sell hot dogs, weiners and fried sausages among other things. The sausages can be ordered in many different varieties with different toppings and side dishes. These stands can be found all over Vienna.

The Wurstelstands first popped up during the Austro-Hungarian Empire. War veterans who were disabled worked in the stands as a way to earn money. The stands were mobile at first. This means that they were able to be moved from place to place. In the 1960's the stands were allowed to become stationary. Many of these stands can be found near subway entrances and exits and other transportation areas.

Wurstelstands are still very popular today. Many are open nearly 24 hours and they appeal to a wide range of people. The sausage stands are a great way for people of every part of society to meet.