# Schraubenfabrik - Address: Lilienbrunngasse 18/2, 1020, Vienna, Austria - District: 2. Bezirk — Leopoldstadt - Nearest transit: Schwedenplatz - Google rating: 4.9 (10 reviews) - Web page (cite this): https://www.onecoworking.com/venues/schraubenfabrik - Last updated: 2026-09-25 ## About Schraubenfabrik — self-styled "Mother of Coworking" — opened in Vienna's Leopoldstadt in 2002, making it one of the world's first coworking spaces and a landmark in the global movement. The name means "screw factory," and the building's industrial past is still very much present: cast-asphalt floors, soaring ceilings, and raw factory bones give the space a loft aesthetic that no amount of Scandinavian flatpack can replicate. Around 50 long-term members — entrepreneurs, NGOs, and independent creatives — share a workspace that balances genuine community with room for focused, heads-down work. A 100 m² terrace is a rare find in central Vienna, offering outdoor space most city-centre offices simply don't have. Schraubenfabrik sits within a courtyard off Lilienbrunngasse 18, giving it an unusually quiet character for its central location. The space is also part of a growing network that includes sister space Markhof and international coworking partners — rooted in Vienna, connected further afield. ## Starting prices Starting list prices, checked 2026-09-25. - Dedicated desks: from €230 per month - Private offices: from €230 per desk per month - Private offices: from €230 per office per month (1–2 desks) ## FAQ ### How do I get into Schraubenfabrik? Enter through the courtyard at Lilienbrunngasse 18, then take the door on the right ('im Hof rechts'). The space is in Vienna's 2nd district, Leopoldstadt, a short walk from Schwedenplatz U-Bahn station (U1/U4 lines). ### How old is Schraubenfabrik — is it really one of the first coworking spaces? Yes. Schraubenfabrik was founded in 2002, making it one of the world's oldest coworking spaces — it has been calling itself the 'Mother of Coworking' for good reason, predating the word 'coworking' itself entering common usage. ### What kind of membership is typical at Schraubenfabrik? Schraubenfabrik is geared towards long-term members rather than drop-in day passes. The community of around 50 members includes entrepreneurs, NGOs, and independent creatives who value continuity and a stable working environment. ### Is there outdoor space at Schraubenfabrik? Yes — Schraubenfabrik has a 100 m² terrace, which is notably rare for a centrally located coworking space in Vienna. The courtyard setting adds further outdoor feel to the space. ### Is Schraubenfabrik suitable for English speakers? Yes. Schraubenfabrik in Vienna is welcoming to international members and English speakers, and the international mix of the community means you won't need German to feel at home. ### Is Schraubenfabrik connected to other coworking spaces? Yes. Schraubenfabrik is part of a growing network that includes its Vienna sister space Markhof, as well as international coworking partners — useful for members who work across multiple cities. ## How to book or get an offer Day passes and meeting rooms marked bookable can be booked instantly on https://www.onecoworking.com/venues/schraubenfabrik. For a private office or a team space, send an enquiry from that page or to hello@onecoworking.com — One Coworking asks the operator for today's price and availability and sends back options within 24 hours, at no cost to the client. An AI assistant connected to One Coworking's MCP server (https://www.onecoworking.com/api/mcp) sends the request with request_office_quotes, books viewings with request_viewing, gets day-pass and meeting-room booking links with get_booking_links (a day pass for up to 10 days in one checkout) and sends a workshop or event (a meeting room on several days, several rooms, catering, a layout) with request_meeting_space.