Neusiedl am See combines a network of hiking trails over 20 km long with cycling routes of varying lengths, the lido on the lakeshore, and wine and cultural experiences. Destinations range from Kalvarienberg and the Tabor ruins to routes around Lake Neusiedl. You can tailor your stay to local walks, cycling, water sports or cultural discoveries.
Hiking trails with a range of destinations
The hiking trails in Neusiedl am See cover more than 20 km in total. Most routes are circular and can be combined. The 3 km Kalvarienberg Trail leads from Nyikospark to Kalvarienberg and features Stations of the Cross. The Kuruzzen Trail is also 3 km long: it leads from the main square to the Tabor ruins and back to the town centre via Berggasse, passing former noble estates along the way. The approximately 5 km Martalwald Trail is a woodland walk with long-forgotten wayside shrines. The two 3 km trails differ in their destinations; at approximately 5 km, the Martalwald Trail is the longest of the three routes described here.
Landscape, Kalvarienberg and the Tabor ruins
Neusiedl am See lies at the heart of a natural landscape of wide-open plains, gently rolling vineyards and Lake Neusiedl, the largest steppe lake in Central Europe. The cultural landscape of the Lake Neusiedl region has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. The Tabor ruins are the remains of a medieval castle. Their masonry suggests a date in the 14th or 15th century. From the hilltop, you can enjoy views over the town and lake. Kalvarienberg has been designated a natural monument by the state government; a Stations of the Cross route runs through an area of rare plants.
Cycling routes by length and type
The B10 cycle route runs for 135 km around Lake Neusiedl, with 38 km of it on the Hungarian side. The route has little elevation change and is well developed. Check route conditions before setting off. The 31 km B21 connects the B10 with the Danube Cycle Path. The 51 km B29 Windradweg circular route connects Neusiedl am See with Parndorf. This gives you three different types of route to choose from: a long circuit around the lake, a connection to the Danube Cycle Path, and a circular route between Neusiedl am See and Parndorf.
Lido and water sports
The Neusiedl am See lido is right on the shore of Lake Neusiedl. Since 1927, it has offered opportunities for swimming, sunbathing and sailing. The lido also offers stand-up paddleboarding, sailing, windsurfing, wingfoiling and kitesurfing; a sailing and windsurfing school provides assistance and lessons. Stand-up paddleboarding on Lake Neusiedl is suitable for friends, families, companies and school groups. Other facilities include an interactive water spray park, a water-and-mud play area, a children's pool with a slide and large play lawns. Before visiting, check which water sports and facilities are available seasonally, and whether equipment and stand-up paddleboarding providers are available.
Wine and culture throughout the year
You can taste and buy wines from Neusiedl winemakers at the winery or at the Weinwerk Burgenland wine shop. Check tasting options before visiting. Martiniloben takes place every year around 11 November and lasts two days. During this time, winemakers open their cellar doors and offer new wine for tasting. The exact dates vary from year to year, so check the dates for your planned visit. The moq ART NOW gallery regularly presents exhibitions by local artists; readings, concerts and wine tastings are also part of the programme. Programme details may change, so check current events in advance.
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