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# Vienna Mayor and FPÖ Leader Clash Over Hiking

September 4, 2026 at 09:26 AM

> Mayor Michael Ludwig rejects Herbert Kickl's mountain tour invite, citing the FPÖ leader's ties to right-wing extremist movements.

Vienna Mayor Michael Ludwig and **FPÖ** leader **Herbert Kickl** engaged in a public social media dispute on Thursday, September 3, 2026. The conflict began after Ludwig told the German publication 'Welt' that Kickl spends his time climbing and hiking in the mountains.

In response, Kickl posted a Facebook video inviting the Mayor to join him on a mountain tour. Ludwig declined the invitation, criticizing Kickl for associating with right-wing extremist Identitarians and calling for a clear boundary against such movements.

The Mayor emphasized his commitment to ensuring Kickl remains in the opposition, stating he would work to ensure the FPÖ leader continues to have time for hiking. The exchange highlights deep political divisions regarding right-wing extremism in Austria.



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