Oberwart

Oberwart District is an administrative division in southeastern Burgenland comprising several small municipalities across rural terrain. The district capital functions as a regional hub for commerce, education, and healthcare serving surrounding settlements.

The area was established in the 11th century as a defensive settlement near a border region, gaining its first documented mention in 1327. This early foundation shaped its role as a local center over the centuries.

The region reflects the coexistence of different communities with distinct languages and traditions that shape daily life. German, Hungarian, and Croatian influences are visible in how people interact and in local customs that visitors can observe.

The district is best explored by car or local buses that connect the various municipalities within the region. Visitors should expect services and shops to be concentrated in larger towns rather than spread throughout rural areas.

The district preserves a Jewish cemetery that stands as a remnant of a once-thriving Jewish community that existed here until World War II. This site remains one of the few physical reminders of that historical presence in the region.

Location: Oberwart District

Elevation above the sea: 315 m

Email: post@oberwart.gv.at

Website: https://oberwart.gv.at

GPS coordinates: 47.28778,16.20306

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:43