Römersteinbruch Sankt Margarethen, Ancient limestone quarry and open-air theater in Sankt Margarethen im Burgenland, Austria
The limestone quarry features two performance stages, with the main amphitheater accommodating 5,000 spectators against tall stone walls and natural rock formations.
Stone extraction at Sankt Margarethen dates back over 2,000 years, providing materials for Vienna's St. Stephen's Cathedral and the Roman fortress Carnuntum.
The venue transforms into a performance space during summer, presenting operas, concerts, and theatrical productions within its natural limestone amphitheater setting.
Guided tours lasting 50 minutes explain the geological formation and quarrying history, while offering information about current cultural activities and performances.
The quarry contains limestone deposits estimated to be 25 million years old, making it one of Europe's oldest and largest extraction sites.
Location: Sankt Margarethen im Burgenland
GPS coordinates: 47.80360,16.63440
Latest update: March 4, 2025 09:33
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