Neusiedl am See

Neusiedl am See is a town in Austria on the shore of Lake Neusiedl, Central Europe's largest steppe lake. The center sits directly on the water with a harbor and piers, while residential neighborhoods and local shops spread behind it.

The town started as a settlement by the lake and grew over centuries through fishing and farming. In the 20th century it became a tourist destination as people began using the nature and water for leisure activities.

The town takes its name from the lake that shapes life here and forms the heart of the community's identity. Locals use the water for everyday activities like sailing and fishing, which defines how the place feels and functions.

The town is easily reached by public transport and offers plenty of parking near the waterfront. Visitors should keep in mind that the lake's accessibility and conditions vary with the season.

The lake is known for being extremely shallow in most places - you can wade far out before the water gets deep. This rare quality creates a special habitat for wading birds and attracts nature lovers who come to spot uncommon bird species.

Location: Neusiedl am See District

Elevation above the sea: 133 m

Shares border with: Zurndorf, Weiden am See, Podersdorf am See, Oggau am Neusiedler See, Donnerskirchen, Purbach am Neusiedlersee, Breitenbrunn am Neusiedler See, Winden am See, Jois, Parndorf, Gols

Email: rathaus@neusiedlamsee.at

Website: https://neusiedlamsee.at

GPS coordinates: 47.94861,16.84306

Latest update: December 20, 2025 15:51