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Podersdorf Lighthouse

Podersdorf am See, Austria

Views

A small white lighthouse at the harbour on Lake Neusiedl, a rare sight on an Austrian lake. Come for the sunset over the water.

Nearest town
Podersdorf am See, Austria
Category
Scenic viewpoints
GPS
47.8530, 16.8280

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July and October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Austria: Vignette needed for motorways. Vehicles over 3.5 t need a GO-Box for distance-based tolls. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.

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Campsites nearby

  • Strandcamping Podersdorf am SeeCampsite
    0 km from Podersdorf Lighthouse
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsDogs allowed
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Weingut Schaller vom See WohnmobilstellplatzMotorhome stopover
    1 km from Podersdorf Lighthouse
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposalWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Camping-PaulaCampsite
    8 km from Podersdorf Lighthouse
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Strommer WohnmobilstellplatzMotorhome stopover
    10 km from Podersdorf Lighthouse · 10 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Storchencamp PurbachCampsite
    11 km from Podersdorf Lighthouse
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Campingplatz SonnenwaldbadCampsite
    15 km from Podersdorf Lighthouse
    TentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip

All campsites in Austria · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Podersdorf Lighthouse?

Podersdorf Lighthouse is in Podersdorf am See, Austria, at GPS 47.8530, 16.8280. It is about 9 km from Illmitz.

Can you camp near Podersdorf Lighthouse?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Strandcamping Podersdorf am See, about 0 km away; within 25 km there are 18 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Podersdorf Lighthouse?

Podersdorf Lighthouse is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Burgenland: Lake Neusiedl and the Seewinkel.

What is there to see near Podersdorf Lighthouse?

Places worth a stop nearby: Neusiedler See–Seewinkel National Park (10 km), Esterházy Palace (23 km), Sopron Old Town (26 km) and Devín Castle (37 km).

When is the best time to visit Podersdorf Lighthouse?

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)