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This article about Burgenland with kids was put together in partnership with Burgenland Tourismus.
We’ve just made an exciting new discovery in Austria. Let me introduce you to Burgenland! This region is a hidden gem that attracts visitors with a diverse range of attractions, from stunning natural scenery and relaxing spas to enjoyable experiences and historic palaces and castles. But what makes Burgenland so special is its diversity. It’s a region that is very different from the rest of Austria, far away from the mountains, but full of local treasures. Our advice is to go there! It’s got an incredible amount to offer families with kids.
Burgenland is not just a region, but a way of life – full of warmth, enjoyment and natural beauty.
Before we dive into all the amazing places in Burgenland that are perfect for families, let’s take a quick look at the easternmost federal state of Austria. Here, the landscape is mostly flat and the Pannonian climate is mild, so the temperatures are pleasant. You get to know Austria from a whole new side. The last foothills of the Alps say goodbye here with gentle hills and open the door to a unique natural landscape, lined with nature parks, castles and palaces, wine-growing areas and kilometre-long cycle paths.
But Burgenland is not only a beautiful place to visit, it’s also really easy to get around. It’s just a short trip from Vienna, Bratislava and Graz, so it’s the perfect place for a nature holiday. You can get to Burgenland easily by train or car, and you can explore the region on your own by car when you get there.
Before we dive into all the amazing places in Burgenland that are perfect for families, let’s take a quick look at the easternmost federal state of Austria. Here, the landscape is mostly flat and the Pannonian climate is mild, so it’s a great place to get to know Austria from a different perspective. The last foothills of the Alps say goodbye here with gentle hills and open the door to a unique natural landscape, lined with nature parks, castles and palaces, wine-growing areas and kilometre-long cycle paths.
But Burgenland is not only a beautiful place to visit, it’s also really easy to get around. It’s just a short journey from Vienna, Bratislava and Graz, so it’s perfect for a nature break. You can get there by train or car, and explore the region at your own pace.
Holiday happiness – what Burgenland can do for families!
Dads love the variety of winemakers in Burgenland, where they can taste first-class wines for themselves. Did you know? Burgenland is a real region of enjoyment, known for its ambitious producers who live and breathe quality and enjoyment. The kids will love the animal diversity and thermal baths, and they’ll be fascinated by the old castles and palaces. And we haven’t yet mentioned the Familypark, which is Austria’s largest amusement park and is located near the idyllic free city of Rust. Mums can also relax and have fun with good food in the beautiful thermal destinations, which are all about peace and relaxation. And there’s even a visit to the large designer outlet in Parndorf on top of that.
This year, we’ll be visiting Burgenland a few times to bring you the best insider tips for every season. Over time, this post will be updated with the latest favourite places for children in Burgenland. If you’re curious, you’ll definitely want to stop by again and again.
The first places on our list are perfect for autumn, with their thermal baths beckoning you to relax. The region also offers the chance to explore its culinary and cultural sides.
Good wines and local specialities: connoisseurs are in for a treat in Burgenland.
The Burgenlanders are passionate about enjoying life. You can taste the wines and local specialities at any of the many locations. You’ll also see how easy it is to bring the kids along in Burgenland. The producers and companies are focused on cordiality, hospitality and creating a special atmosphere. All this and more can be found in the my burgenland Shop, right in the middle of Europe’s largest designer outlet, Parndorf. You can also order a little taste of home in the online shop. Or you can visit the family-friendly restaurant Grenadier in the castle Forchtenstein located in the Rosalia region.
Sun-drenched Burgenland: A truly magical nature paradise for animal and plant lovers!
Before our visit, we did of course already inform ourselves and learned that Burgenland, with its 300 days of sunshine a year, is known as the sunny side of Austria! But we were blown away by how different nature is here! The six nature parks of the region are absolutely amazing! This includes the Neusiedler See-Seewinkel National Park, which is a real magnet for biologists and researchers from all over the globe thanks to its incredible salt lakes. With the kids, you can go on a real safari in the national park, where the research station in the St. Martins Therme lets you become an explorer or visit the Reptilienzoo Forchtenstein, where you can see exotic animals from all over the world!
Relaxing in the thermal spas in Burgenland with kids
Thermal spas in Burgenland are the perfect place to relax and have fun with the kids! The St. Martins Therme near the Neusiedler See – Seewinkel National Park is the perfect place to relax and unwind. It boasts a range of incredible wellness facilities for adults, while also offering a fantastic research station for kids. Here, they can explore the wonders of nature and learn about animals in a fun and engaging way.
Sonnentherme Lutzmannsburg, located further south, is an absolute paradise for kids. It’s packed with exciting slides, themed pools, and activities that will keep them entertained for hours on end.
© St. Martins Therme & Lodge / Dragan Dokmanovic
© Sonnentherme Lutzmannsburg-Frankenau GmbH
A real children’s game is how you’ll find culture in Burgenland!
At Esterhazy Castle, they know what kids are interested in and have put together a family tour based on some really exciting castle stories. The kids can find out how a servant should behave, what the prince’s kids had to learn and whether there really is a ghost at Esterhazy Castle. They can also find out why the castle dog was called Trampel. The kids can try on different roles and get to the bottom of this in a fun way. Culture is definitely fun for everyone!
Good to know: Burgenland-Card
If you stay at least one night in a participating establishment (there are over 650 partner accommodations) in Burgenland, you’ll get the Burgenland Card digitally. This gives you free access to various swimming pools or the museum suitcase at Esterházy Castle. In other places, you can get discounts on the admission price, for example at the St. Martins Therme & Lodge. Altogether, over 300 businesses throughout the region are taking part, with lots of different benefits.
