Discover Rust: A jewel on Lake Neusiedler full of secrets!

Discover Rust: A jewel on Lake Neusiedler full of secrets!

The picturesque city of Rust on Lake Neusiedler has developed into a real jewel in recent years that attracts migratory birds and vacation guests. Above all, the wonderful location and the charming old town attract more and more visitors. Gery Szivatz, a former police officer, has settled here and offers passionate city tours. With a lot of detailed knowledge and a noticeable sensitivity for the history of Rust, he conveys the secrets of city history to his guests. Tele.at reports that ...

But Rust has more to offer. The local “stork father” Pepi Karassowitsch takes care of the dilapidated storks in his stork station, which is a true contact point for nature lovers. The city also has a special charm for couples who want to close the covenant for life. More and more young bridal couples are opting for weddings on a ship, a romantic backdrop that inspires.

a life on the water

An important part of the rustic lifestyle is the water sports culture, which plays a major role on Lake Neusiedler. The workshop of Bootbauer Herbert Vargyas is idyllically between the city and the reed belt. For him, a life is unimaginable without Lake Neusiedler. He not only produces boats, but is also part of the unique culture that makes up the region.

The Neusiedler See itself, with its 36 kilometers in length and an average width of 7 to 16 kilometers, is not only known to the largest Steppensee in Europe, but also for its mild climate and the low depth. A true paradise for nature lovers and athletes! With a maximum depth of almost 2 meters and an average water surface of around 320 km², the lake attracts numerous visitors, who also like to swim and run bathrooms despite the cloudy water coloring. A particularly inviting destination for water sports enthusiasts and bathers are the popular places such as Illmitz, Podersdorf and Neusiedl am See. neusiedlersee.info explained ...

a natural paradise

The region around Lake Neusiedler is not only known for its water areas, but also for the rich flora and fauna, which can be found in the "Neusiedler See Seewinkel" National Park. Many rare animal and plant species live here that are a sign of the biodiversity of the region. The water -rich environment also has a long history that goes back to the Stone Age. Around 49,000 people live in the catchment area of ​​the lake, which gives the area a special charm. ORF Burgenland reports ...

The reed belt around the lake is the largest coherent reed area in Europe after the Danube Delta and offers a habitat for many local animal species. This unique landscape is estimated by the residents and ensures that Rust at Lake Neusiedler is not only a place of relaxation, but also an important ecological center.