Eggenburg, municipality in Horn District, Lower Austria, Austria
Eggenburg is a small town in Austria located in the Horn District. The center is surrounded by a well-preserved wall circuit, with medieval stone and timber buildings on narrow streets, and features religious and civic structures like the Baroque church and town hall on the main square.
The town developed around a medieval castle and received town privileges that gave it economic power. It served as an important administrative and trade center for the surrounding region for centuries.
The name Eggenburg comes from the medieval castle that once stood on this site. Locals and visitors use the main square and narrow streets for markets and festivals that bring the community together throughout the year.
Visitors can walk along the town walls and get a clear view of the old town and surrounding countryside from above. The center is compact and easy to explore on foot, with small shops and cafes offering traditional goods and local products.
The Motorcycle Museum houses a large collection of over 300 motorcycles, which is a surprising find in this small medieval town. It attracts enthusiasts from across the country and tells the story of motorcycling through the decades.
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