Schloss Jedenspeigen

About the museum

The fortified castle complex in Jedenspeigen goes back to the Middle Ages. After damage in the 15th century, it was fundamentally rebuilt around 1600.

The place is part of the site of the Battle on the Marchfeld of 1278, also known as the Battle of Dürnkrut and Jedenspeigen. Rudolf of Habsburg and the Bohemian King Ottokar II Přemysl met there; with Rudolf's victory, the Habsburg laid the foundation for his house's long-term dominance in Central Europe. The permanent exhibition “Schlacht & Schicksal 1278” (Battle & Fate 1278), in nine rooms with media stations, is devoted to this event.

After its restoration the castle has become a cultural venue. Besides the battle exhibition, it shows “Kellerlandschaften Mitteleuropas” (Cellar Landscapes of Central Europe), developed together with the Little Carpathians Museum in Pezinok, Slovakia, as well as a large collection of wine glasses. The castle also contains a wine shop with wines from the region and from Slovak partner winemakers, as well as the Knights' Hall, which is used for weddings and celebrations. Events such as the medieval festival “RittERLeben” also take place on the grounds.

Highlights

• Exhibition “Schlacht & Schicksal 1278” in nine rooms with U-shaped projection
• “Kellerlandschaften Mitteleuropas” together with the Little Carpathians Museum in Pezinok
• Large wine glass collection “Weinglaskultur im Wandel der Zeit” (Wine Glass Culture Through the Ages)
• Castle wine shop with wines from the region and Slovakia
• Knights' Hall as a banquet hall for weddings

Permanent exhibitions

• Schlacht & Schicksal – Jedenspeigen 1278 – In nine rooms with projections and touchscreens, the knights' battle between Rudolf of Habsburg and Ottokar II of Bohemia is told, including its background and consequences.
• Kellerlandschaften Mitteleuropas – Cross-border exhibition on the history of viticulture and cellars in the Weinviertel, Moravia, Slovakia and Hungary, developed with the Little Carpathians Museum in Pezinok.
• Weinglaskultur im Wandel der Zeit – Extensive collection of wine glasses showing the changing culture of drinking.

Admission & discounts

Admission is free with the Niederösterreich-CARD.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair accessible
• Elevator
• Accessible restroom
• Accessible parking: no information
• Service dogs welcome: no information
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

Wheelchair accessible: ramp into the castle courtyard and lift to the upper floor.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Stroller-friendly
• Baby changing facilities

Children aged 6 to 18 pay a reduced admission; at the medieval festival “RittERLeben” there is a programme for children.

Getting there & parking

The Kamp-Thaya-March cycle route and the Iron Curtain Trail pass nearby.

Amenities & dining

The castle wine shop offers wines from Jedenspeigen and Sierndorf and from Slovak partner winemakers, as well as drinks and small dishes.

Events & venue rental

• Spaces for rent
• Weddings / ceremonies

Up to 80 guests.

Knights' Hall with wine shop (seating for up to 80 guests) and castle courtyard for weddings and celebrations; civil wedding ceremonies via the Dürnkrut registry office.

Plan your visit