(Part of the Get Lost in Austria series from 2010... one of my first...so be gentle lol)
The Esterhazy's were VERY prominent in their day and they were among the largest landowners in Hungary during the Middle Ages. They were even considered minor nobility. Their legacy lives on at the Schloss Esterhazy, or Esterhazy Palace in Burgenland's capital city of Eisenstadt.
The Schloss Esterhazy is not just a museum showcasing their opulent palace. It also includes an homage to Haydn, the talented musician that served as the family's personal composer for a large portion of his life. He lived with them and composed in their great hall. You can learn more about his life and work at the modern Haydn museum located inside. There's also a beautiful cafe with outdoor seating.
