Eisenstadt in Winter
Winter holidays in the city of Haydn

Eisenstadt literally translates to "Iron City". First mentioned in 1264, the city owes its name to its fortified walls, which gave it an air of impregnability throughout history.

After the incorporation of Burgenland into Austria in 1921, the name Eisenstadt was officially adopted.

Eisenstadt was named the provincial capital of Burgenland in 1925. After World War I and the Treaties of St. Germain and Trianon, Burgenland was incorporated into the Republic of Austria in 1921 as the ninth and youngest province.

• Esterházy Palace

• Haydn House

• Castle Park

• Haydn Church

• Haydn Trail

In winter, Eisenstadt combines courtly elegance with cultural diversity. At Esterházy Palace – the heart of this city dedicated to Haydn – visitors can experience the composer’s musical legacy. The old town with its pedestrian zone invites you to stroll through historic Eisenstadt. And in the evening, enjoying a glass of Burgenland wine while reflecting on the day’s impressions – that’s a true taste of local life.

It’s quick and easy to reach Eisenstadt, the city of Haydn in Burgenland, from Vienna. Direct regional trains run from Vienna Central Station (Hauptbahnhof) to Eisenstadt in about an hour. Alternatively, there are regular bus connections from the same station.

Once there, getting around is simple: four city bus lines offer an affordable and convenient way to reach Esterházy Palace, the old town with its pedestrian zone, and other highlights of this cultural and wine destination.