Hainburg an der Donau

The town spreads across steep hills overlooking the Danube River, featuring fifteen defensive towers and substantial stone walls dating from the 13th century.

Emperor Henry III commissioned the construction of a fortress in Hainburg during 1050, establishing a strategic military position along the Danube trade route.

The Wienertor, housing the city museum, stands as one of the largest medieval gates in Europe, displaying artifacts from the region's extensive past.

Hainburg provides direct transportation connections to both Vienna and Bratislava, making it an effective base for exploring these major Central European capitals.

The town's tobacco factory, established in the early 18th century, transformed the local economy and remained a primary employer until recent decades.

Location: Bruck an der Leitha District

Elevation above the sea: 161 m

Shares border with: Engelhartstetten, Bratislava, Wolfsthal, Hundsheim, Bad Deutsch-Altenburg, Petronell-Carnuntum

Email: gemeinde@hainburg-donau.gv.at

Website: https://hainburg.at

GPS coordinates: 48.14778,16.94194

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:52