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PANNONIAN DELIGHTS - Burgenland is located within the triangle of the capital cities Vienna, Budapest and Bratislava. Only an hour’s drive away from Vienna and Bratislava, at the Esterházy palaces, castles and natural landmarks you can step into a fascinating realm of culture and nature.

Forchtenstein Castle is one of the most iconic landmarks in Burgenland. It was here that Prince Paul I laid the foundations for the legendary Esterházy Treasure Chamber, which to this day houses the weapons and armour of the Esterházys.

Discover the history and botany of Lackenbach Palace, the Renaissance compound in the idyllic heart of Burgenland, on a guided tour of its gardens. Come and be inspired by nature.

St. Margarethen Quarry, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001 and one of Europe’s largest and oldest quarries, is the location of an awe-inspiring open-air stage.

Delight in the diversity of Pannonian wines with a visit to the Esterházy winery, where tradition, the perfect soil, and expertise blend together in one of the top wine regions of the world.

Covering an area of around 2,200 hectares, the Esterházy organic estate is one of the largest organic farms in Austria. A visit to the Seehof in Donnerskirchen promises pleasure and insight into the fascinating world of organic agriculture.

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