Things to do in Laxenburg

Located only 12 miles south of the Austrian capital Vienna, the small market town of Laxenburg is most famously known for its castles - the Laxenburg Castle Park, the Old Castle, the Blue Court and the Franzensburg. With a history dating back to the 13th century, these grounds were utilized by the Habsburg monarchy as a summer residence from 1306 to 1918. This location has encountered many important events for the royal family including the honeymoon destination for Emperor Franz Josef and Empress Sisi along with the birth of their son, the Crown Prince Rudolf followed by his daughter, Archduchess Elisabeth Marie.Visit the area encompassing over 280 hectares including the castles, houses, grottos, temples and water elements. Enjoy a day in nature hiking or jogging along the 10 kilometers of pathways and keep your children entertained at the 6,000 m2 playground. See the romantic medieval-style Franzensburg castle that can be reached by a stone bridge or ferry in high-season from April through November.Or, choose to book a walking tour stopping at up to 50 points of interest while you hear about the town's history and landmarks from the castles to the baroque Parish church, Grüne Haus and the Kaiserbahnhof.