All historic houses to visit in Burgenland

Step into the past at 10 historic houses in Burgenland. These preserved homes offer a glimpse into the lives of notable figures and everyday people from different eras.

Are you interested in exploring historic homes? Here are the must-see historic houses in Burgenland:

  1. Güssing Castle1

    Güssing Castle

     Güssing
    Güssing Castle, also known as Burg Güssing, is a historic defensive structure located in the town of Güssing in the Austrian state of Burgenland. The castle has a rich history dating back to the 12th century and has been the site of numerous historical events. Today, it stands as a testament to the region's past and offers visitors a glimpse into the history of the area.
  2. Freilichtmuseum Bad Tatzmannsdorf2

    Freilichtmuseum Bad Tatzmannsdorf

     Oberschützen
    The Freilichtmuseum Bad Tatzmannsdorf is located in the municipality of Bad Tatzmannsdorf in southern Burgenland, Austria. The museum is home to regional wooden buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries. These structures were carefully dismantled from their original locations and reassembled at the museum, providing a unique insight into the architectural history of the region.
  3. Liszthaus Raiding3

    Liszthaus Raiding

     Raiding
    The Franz Liszt Birthplace is a significant location for music enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Located in the picturesque town of Raiding in Burgenland, the house is situated at Lisztstraße 46. This is the very place where the world-renowned composer Franz Liszt was born and spent his early years. It offers a unique opportunity to step back in time and explore the roots of this musical genius.
  4. Stefan-Fadinger-Museum4

    Stefan-Fadinger-Museum

     Königsdorf
    The Stefan-Fadinger-Museum, located in St. Agatha in Upper Austria, is primarily dedicated to Stefan Fadinger. Fadinger is renowned as the most famous leader of the Upper Austrian Peasants' War of 1626. The museum offers a deep dive into the life and times of this significant historical figure, providing visitors with a unique insight into this turbulent period in Austrian history.
  5. Freilichtmuseum Gerersdorf5

    Freilichtmuseum Gerersdorf

     Gerersdorf-Sulz
    The Freilichtmuseum Ensemble Gerersdorf is a unique open-air museum located in the municipality of Gerersdorf-Sulz in Burgenland, Austria. It was privately established in 1976 and has since grown to become the largest open-air museum in Burgenland. The museum offers a comprehensive and realistic insight into the Pannonian culture typical of the southern Burgenland region, through its straw-thatched residential and commercial buildings, utensils, and farming tools from the 18th to the early 20th century.
  6. Kreuzstadl Rechnitz6

    Kreuzstadl Rechnitz

     Rechnitz
    The Kreuzstadl Rechnitz is a significant historical site located on the southern outskirts of the market town of Rechnitz in the Oberwart district in Burgenland. This former agricultural building now serves as a memorial to the Rechnitz massacre. Its location provides a serene and reflective environment for visitors to learn about the tragic events that took place here during World War II.
  7. Haydn Museum7

    Haydn Museum

     Eisenstadt
    The Haydn House in Eisenstadt, located at Joseph-Haydn-Gasse 21, served as the residence of the renowned composer Joseph Haydn from 1766 to 1778. This historical building is now home to the Eisenstadt Haydn Museum, preserving the legacy of Haydn and offering visitors a glimpse into his life and work.
  8. Austrian Jewish Museum8

    Austrian Jewish Museum

     Eisenstadt
    The Austrian Jewish Museum is situated in Eisenstadt, Austria, on Unterbergstraße 6. This location is easily accessible and provides a unique opportunity to explore the rich Jewish history of Austria.
  9. Burg Schlaining9

    Burg Schlaining

     Altschlaining
    Burg Schlaining is a historical castle located in Stadtschlaining, within the Austrian state of Burgenland. This location offers visitors a chance to explore Austria's rich history and architectural heritage.
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    Bunker Museum

     Bruckneudorf
    Today, the Bunkeranlage Ungerberg serves as an open-air museum. It is one of the branches of the Military History Museum. Visitors can explore the facility and learn about its historical significance and the role it played during the Cold War era.