National Park House

Thayatal-Podyjí National Park House

The modern low-rise building made of wood and glass is located on the edge of the National Park about 1.5 km outside Hardegg in the direction of Retz. The National Park House on the edge of the National Park is the first port of call for visitors who want to learn more about the National Park and the region. It is located between Hardegg and Merkersdorf and is an important starting point for hikes. Well-trained staff and rangers will be happy to advise you and provide expert and competent information about:

  • Scenic features of the Thaya Valley
  • Diversity of the flora and fauna of the Thaya Valley
  • Visitor activities
  • Hiking options
  • Accommodation and guest houses in the National Park region
  • Attractive excursion destinations in the National Park region, the Waldviertel and Weinviertel regions, and the neighbouring Czech Republic


National Park House opening hours
21 March - 30 Sept: daily, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m
1 Oct - Nov 1: daily, 10 a.m. - 5.00 p.m

360 degree panorama - Foyer in the National Park House

Info & Service in the National Park House

Event & seminar room


Exhibitions & National Park film


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National Park shop


Naturalist workshops


Thayatal National Park café-restaurant


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Around the National Park House

Austria's largest European wildcat facility

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Camper site

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Electricity charging point

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Farmer's and herb garden

Nature adventure world

Adventure playground with challenges for young and old

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Parking spaces

50 cars (incl. 2 disabled parking spaces)
4 bus parking spaces
Bicycle stands