In a busy long weekend visiting Vienna from the UK, we chose a single museum for our itinerary- and the Leopald Museum was it. It did not disappoint.

Situated in Vienna’s MuseumQuartier (museum quarter) it’s large modern structure contrasts with the grand classical architecture across most of the city but the airy space inside is a treasure trove of modern art.

To appreciate the chronology of Rudolph Leopold’s collection, it is best to go to the top floor and work your way down. You start with the latter part of the 19th century and are led on a journey through modernism in European art to the current day.

I particularly loved the Egon Schiele collection which is extensive and well displayed, adding details of his short but prolifically productive life that help contextualise the art and graphics displayed.

There are a host of other names in art that most of us will recognise : Gustav Klimt, Edvard Munch, Picasso, Josef Hoffman, sculptures, sketches, ceramics, even furniture. There is an exhibition showing fascinating details of the work of art duo Christo and Jean-Claude who have created art installations around the world by temporarily wrapping buildings and trees.

I was struck by how many Austrian artists of the twentieth century were influenced by themes of war and it helps you realise the impact of a country at the centre of the two major world conflicts of the last century.

There is also a clever reflection on climate change where a number of paintings have been tilted a few degrees (it varies from painting to painting). Commentary then allows visitors to reflect on what would happen to the subjects in these images if our planet is allowed to heat up ‘a few degrees more’.

Well worth a trip. Delightful coffee shop in the top floor although there is a slightly over zealous system of entry where you have to scan your museum entry ticket to gain access. A bit of a faf at busy times but a lovely coffee shop none the less - open on one side in good weather.