Eckartsau Castle
Eckartsau Castle - In the footsteps of the Danube monarchy
Every year in April and May, the former imperial hunting lodge Eckartsau is the traditional venue for the Eckartsau Palace Concerts. The magnificent ballroom and the numerous hunting trophies of the heir to the throne Franz Ferdinand tell of the splendor and glory of the Habsburg era. The Danube monarchy also ended in the castle at that time: the last Austrian imperial couple fled from here into exile. This story about the last hours of Austria-Hungary is told during exciting guided tours at the original site.
Marchegg Castle © Steve Haider
Contact
Austrian Federal Forests
Danube Floodplain National Park
Eckartsau Castle
2305 Eckartsau
Phone +43 2214 2240
schlosseckartsau@bundesforste.at
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The end of the Danube Monarchy
EXPERIENCES
Emperor without a crown - The Danube monarchy lies in ruins! In November 1918, the imperial family leaves Vienna and settles in Eckartsau Castle. Here they wait between fear and hope for the further fate. Experience the story of the last hours of Austria-Hungary, told at the scene of historical events.
Other bookable experiences and guided tours such as: Crown Chandelier and Bootman, Imperial Christmas, Eckartsau Crown Jewel.
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