Szentgotthárd

Szentgotthard is a small town in the Vas region near the border with Austria. It grew around a Benedictine monastery that shaped its structure and appearance for many generations.

The Benedictine monastery was founded in the 11th century and became an important religious center of the region. The town grew gradually around this settlement, driven by monastic activities and later economic connections.

The town's name comes from the Benedictine monastery that monks established here in medieval times. Visitors can still see the monastery church today, which shaped the religious life of the place for centuries.

The town is best explored on foot, as most sights are clustered in the center. A visit is possible any time of year, but spring and autumn offer more pleasant conditions for walking through the town.

The town lies in a border zone where Hungarian and Austrian culture meet and this blend appears in everyday details. This location made the place a site of exchange and mutual influences over centuries.

Location: Szentgotthárd District

Elevation above the sea: 222 m

Part of: Vendvidék

Shares border with: Szakonyfalu, Apátistvánfalva

Website: http://szentgotthard.hu

GPS coordinates: 46.95250,16.27361

Latest update: December 20, 2025 15:57