Neusiedl am See District

Neusiedl am See District is the largest administrative region in Burgenland, comprising 27 municipalities around Lake Neusiedl. The area covers approximately 1,039 square kilometers (401 square miles) at Austria's eastern edge bordering the Hungarian plains.

The district was established in 1921 when Burgenland became part of Austria following the collapse of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. This border shift gave the region its current administrative structure.

The area is known for wine production, with growers mainly cultivating light varieties like Grüner Veltliner and Welschriesling. This tradition shapes the landscape and local markets today.

The administrative centers offer public services including healthcare, civil registration, and agricultural support. For visitors, the centrally located municipalities serve as good reference points for orientation.

Between 1864 and 1867, Lake Neusiedl dried up completely, dramatically altering the landscape. After this extraordinary event, water returned and created Central Europe's largest steppe lake.

Location: Burgenland

Elevation above the sea: 121 m

Shares border with: Bruck an der Leitha District, Eisenstadt-Umgebung District, Rust, Bratislava V, Mosonmagyaróvár District, Kapuvár District, Sopron District

GPS coordinates: 47.92800,16.93400

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:40