Nature and parks in Burgenland

Nature's Vistas and Wonders

Burgenland’s landscape transitions from the Pannonian Plain's saline wetlands to the forested foothills of the Alps. This collection highlights the province’s diverse topography, including the 884-meter Geschriebenstein, the highest peak in the region, and the extinct basalt volcano of Pauliberg. Visitors can explore Ice Age archaeological finds at Bärenhöhle, the tri-border monument at Tromejnik, and numerous 'Warten'—historic observation towers offering views across the Austrian-Hungarian border. The list also features the unique birdwatching habitats of the Neusiedler See-Seewinkel National Park and lakeside recreational areas.

Nature's Vistas and Wonders — Map

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St. Margarethen Family Park

Amusement park ideal for families with small kids. Fairytale-themed attractions make for a great day out.

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Borsodi-dűlő madármegfigyelő torony

Birdwatching tower in the Hanság region, offering views over local saline marshlands.

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Großer Hirschenstein

Burgenland's second-highest peak at 862 meters, located within the Günser Mountains.

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Aussichtsturm Lange Lacke Nord

Observation tower providing views over Lange Lacke, the largest of the Seewinkel's saline lakes.

Lukas Nevosad / CC-BY-SA

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Aussichtsturm

Elevated viewpoint located within the Neusiedler See-Seewinkel National Park.

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Aussichtsturm

Observation tower situated near the border crossing at Kittsee.

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Óház-tető

Site of Kőszeg's first castle, now featuring an observation tower with views of Lake Neusiedl and the Alps.

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Geschriebenstein

The Geschriebenstein, less commonly called the Írott-kő in English sources, is a mountain, 884 metres high, located on the border between…

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Bärenhöhle

Also known as Ludlloch, this cave near Winden am See contains paleontological finds from the Ice Age.

Liuthalas / CC BY-SA 4.0

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Bärenhöhle

Cave near Winden am See containing significant Ice Age animal bone discoveries.

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Pauliberg

One of the youngest extinct volcanoes in Austria, this basalt peak is located in the Landseer Mountains.

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Brenntenriegel / Bren-tető

A 606-meter peak in the Rosalia Mountains providing views over the Wulka Valley.

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Tromejnik (SI-AT-HU)

A granite monument marking the tri-border point where Austria, Hungary, and Slovenia meet.

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Kaiser Franz Josef-Warte

Observation tower built in 1888 on the Steinerwegberg in the Leitha Mountains.

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Burg

Archaeological site featuring a prehistoric tumulus and panoramic views.

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Sieggrabener Kogel

A 650-meter summit located in the Rosalia Mountains near the border with Lower Austria.

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Buchkogelwarte

Tower on the 442-meter Buchkogel offering views over the Leitha Mountains and Eisenstadt.

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Sotinski breg

Wooden observation tower on the highest peak of the Goričko region near the tri-border area.

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Seebad Breitenbrunn

Lakeside resort on Lake Neusiedl with facilities for sailing, windsurfing, and swimming.

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Schwimmbad Loipersbach

Public outdoor swimming facility in Loipersbach im Burgenland.

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Nyéki szállás madármegfigyelő torony

Observation tower in the Seewinkel region designed for viewing local bird species and wetlands.

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Magasfigyelő

Elevated observation point located in the Sopron Mountains.

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Magasfigyelő

Elevated viewpoint used for observing the landscape near the Hungarian border.

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Magas-bérci kilátó

Observation tower in the Sopron Mountains offering views of the surrounding forest and hills.

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Glockenturm

Historic bell tower in Güssing that serves as a public viewpoint.

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Bird watch, view point

Specialized observation tower for birdwatching in the Neusiedler See-Seewinkel National Park.

Bird watch

Designated viewpoint for observing migratory and local bird populations.

Aussichtsplatform Ost - Burg Güssing

Eastern viewing terrace located at the historic Güssing Castle.

Aussichtsplatform Süd - Burg Güssing

Southern viewing terrace at Güssing Castle overlooking the Strem Valley.

Aussichtsplatform Nord - Burg Güssing

Northern viewing terrace at Güssing Castle providing views of the surrounding volcanic landscape.

Margarethenwarte

A 31-meter observation tower located on the 435-meter Galgenberg.

Aussichtswarte am Geschriebenstein / Írott-kő kilátó

Stone observation tower built in 1913 directly on the border between Austria and Hungary.

Treetop Path Althodis

Five hundred meters long tree top wooden path with eleven educative stops. Accessible with prams and wheelchairs.

Weinlaubenkuppel

Architectural viewpoint featuring a dome structure overlooking the vineyards of St. Margarethen.

Aussichtsturm

Accessible observation tower located near Illmitz in the heart of the Seewinkel.

Freibad

Public outdoor swimming pool and recreational area in Purbach am Neusiedler See.

Aussichtswarte

Observation tower providing views over the rolling hills of southern Burgenland.

Freibad Erlebnisbad Wolfau

Adventure swimming pool featuring water slides and family-friendly recreational facilities.

Andreasberg

Natural viewpoint overlooking the saline lakes and plains of the Seewinkel region.

Seebad Weiden am See

Lakeside beach and swimming area on the northern shore of Lake Neusiedl.

Städtisches Freibad

Municipal outdoor swimming pool located in Mattersburg.

Ruine Tabor

Medieval ruins on a hill offering panoramic views over the northern Lake Neusiedl region.

Freibad Lockenhaus

Public outdoor swimming pool located near the historic Lockenhaus Castle.

Aussichtsturm

Accessible observation tower located in the Hanság marshlands near Tadten.

Aussichtswarte Aschau

Wooden observation tower situated in the Bernstein Mountains.

Freibad

Public outdoor swimming facility in Deutschkreutz.

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