Obelisk in Hadersfeld

The Obelisk in Hadersfeld is a stone monument set on a pedestal, with an artificial grotto built from quarry stones beneath it. A golden star crowns the tapered top of the structure.

A Roman watchtower once stood at this location and later served as a signal fire post during Turkish sieges of Vienna in the 16th and 17th centuries. The obelisk itself was built around 1800 as part of the prince's redesign of the landscape.

The obelisk was built as part of a park layout that developed near Hadersfeld Castle from 1800 onward. The structure reflects the design ideas of that era and shows how the local rulers shaped the land to match their vision.

The monument sits on elevated ground and offers broad views across the flat Tullnerfeld and Marchfeld landscapes from its position. Access and walkability depend on local pathways and weather conditions.

The golden star at the top marks the historical boundary of the Diocese of Passau. This dual function as a landmark and religious boundary marker shows how such structures once served multiple purposes at the same time.

Location: Sankt Andrä-Wördern

GPS coordinates: 48.33866,16.25821

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:06