Burg LockenhausAbout Burg Lockenhaus
Burg Lockenhaus is a medieval hilltop castle overlooking the market town of Lockenhaus in the Austrian state of Burgenland. The site dates back to the medieval period and is one of the region’s notable fortified complexes.
The castle served historically as a fortified noble residence and defensive stronghold. Over the centuries it was modified and restored and today hosts cultural events and is open to visitors who can explore parts of the complex.
Burg Lockenhaus stands within the border region of Burgenland near Austria’s frontier with Hungary, rising above the small town of Lockenhaus in a rural landscape of vineyards and forests.
- Position: Perched on a rocky hill in the market town of Lockenhaus, the castle offers panoramic views of the surrounding Burgenland countryside and is visible from the town below.
Best Time to Visit Burg Lockenhaus
Best visited in summer for concerts and events; spring and autumn are quieter for sightseeing.
Weather & Climate near Burg Lockenhaus
Burg Lockenhaus's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (714 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -4° - 2° | -4° | 31 mm | overcast | 90% | 2.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| February | Acceptable | -3° - 5° | -3° | 29 mm | overcast | 87% | 3.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.1h |
| March | Good | 0° - 9° | 2° | 46 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.1 m/s | 0.5 low | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 4° - 14° | 7° | 53 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.3 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Good | 9° - 19° | 14° | 75 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.0 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.9h |
| June | Good | 12° - 22° | 17° | 96 mm | partly cloudy | 69% | 2.8 m/s | 1.5 very high | 15.7h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 24° | 19° | 87 mm | partly cloudy | 65% | 2.8 m/s | 1.6 very high | 15.3h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 24° | 18° | 79 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 2.5 m/s | 1.3 high | 14.1h |
| September | Good | 10° - 19° | 14° | 69 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 2.6 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | 5° - 14° | 8° | 53 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 2.5 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | 0° - 7° | 1° | 56 mm | overcast | 89% | 2.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.2h |
| December | Poor | -3° - 4° | -3° | 40 mm | overcast | 91% | 2.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.3h |
How to Get to Burg Lockenhaus
Lockenhaus is reachable by car from Wiener Neustadt or from the Hungarian border towns; the nearest larger railway stations are in Eisenstadt or Oberwart with local buses or taxis for the final leg.
Tips for Visiting Burg Lockenhaus
- Check the Lockenhaus festival calendar - the castle's music program draws an international crowd each summer.
- Wear good shoes - the castle's stairways and courtyards are ancient and uneven.
- If attending a concert, arrive early to explore the castle's defensive walkways and enjoy the sunset views over the Raab valley.