Lake · Austria · Burgenland
Lake Neusiedl
A shallow steppe lake on the Hungarian border, popular for cycling, birds and wine.
UNESCO World Heritage about 4 h
For storytellers
Why Lake Neusiedl matters
Lake Neusiedl is a shallow lake fringed with reeds, a paradise for birdwatchers, cyclists and sailors. The surrounding villages produce wine, and storks nest on rooftops in Rust. It's a different side of Austria from the Alps.
Talking points
- Storks nest in the town of Rust.
- The lake is very shallow.
- Wine villages ring the shore.
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