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The parish church in Gobelsburg is a Roman Catholic church dedicated to the Feast of the Nativity of Mary. It combines Gothic basic structures with Baroque elements, including a striking west tower and a high altar from the 18th century. The church stands elevated above the village and is surrounded by a former defensive wall. It is considered an important listed building and forms a central architectural and cultural landmark for the community.

The parish church of Feuersbrunn stands on the southwestern edge of the village of Feuersbrunn in the market town of Grafenwörth. It is dedicated to Saint Giles and belongs to the Hadersdorf deanery of the Archdiocese of Vienna. A parish in Feuersbrunn is documented as early as before 1355. The original medieval church had a west tower, which now serves as the chancel, and was extended with a south chapel in 1679. In the 18th century, the nave was built in the late Baroque style, and the church was extended and reoriented to the east. Inside, there are three Rococo altars dating from the time of construction, an organ from 1881, and numerous renovations, most recently in 1985 (interior) and 1969 (exterior). The church is a listed building and is considered an important example of late Baroque church architecture in the Wagram region.

Fels Castle in Fels am Wagram houses the local history museum, which collects and displays historical objects from the everyday lives of previous generations. It is also an important meeting place for local clubs and communities. The history of the town is strongly influenced by viticulture: The Schloss Fels winery, associated with the castle, is one of Austria's largest wineries and boasts a historic wine cellar whose origins date back to the 13th century. This cellar once served simultaneously as a tavern and post station on an important imperial road. The wine country surrounding Fels am Wagram, with its cellar lanes and scenic viewpoints, continues to make the town a popular destination for culture and wine enthusiasts.

The Peace Stupa in Wagram near Feuersbrunn is one of the largest Buddhist peace monuments in Europe. Built between 2016 and 2019 according to the design of Austrian architect Matthias Rainer, it reaches a height of 32.5 meters and a diameter of approximately 30 meters. Particularly noteworthy is the accessible interior, designed as a space for meditation and encounters. The ceremonial inauguration took place on June 4, 2023. Construction was privately financed through the Stupa Institute of the Austrian Buddhist Religious Society and carried out under the spiritual guidance of monk Bop Jon Sunim, who had previously been involved in the Hungarian Peace Stupa in Zalaszántó. Inside the stupa are relics of the historical Buddha Shakyamuni, presented by the Dalai Lama, while a gilded Buddha statue weighing approximately 700 kilograms sits atop it. A large peace bell and the surrounding garden with meditation paths, sculptures, and prayer flags invite spiritual contemplation. The stupa symbolizes peace, compassion, and religious tolerance and is open to all people regardless of their faith.

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The winery today belongs to the Cistercian Abbey of Zwettl in the Waldviertel region, which acquired the castle from a nobleman in 1740. The abbey owned extensive lands in Kammern and Gobelsburg as early as 1171, and of course, vineyards in the best locations. From 1958 onward, the later Abbot of Zwettl, Father Bertrand Baumann, an excellent expert, managed the winery with a steady hand. He turned the "Gobelsburg Mass Wine" into a widely recognized brand. The aged wines from his era impressively demonstrate his skills.

Grafenegg Castle is an architectural gem of Romantic historicism with roots in the 15th century. Surrounded by a 32-hectare castle park and known for the international Grafenegg Music Festival, the ensemble combines culture, history, and nature. For cyclists, the castle offers a charming stopover on a tour through the Weinviertel region—with the opportunity to stroll, relax, or attend a concert.

Gobelsburg Castle in Lower Austria's Kamptal Valley is not only a historic building, but also one of Austria's oldest and most renowned wineries. The beginnings of winemaking at this site date back to 1171; the present castle, with its Renaissance core, was rebuilt in the Baroque style in the 18th century. It has belonged to the Cistercian monastery of Zwettl since 1740, and since 1996, the winery has been managed by Michael and Eva Moosbrugger together with Willi Bründlmayer. On approximately 75 hectares of vineyards, they produce award-winning white and red wines – primarily Grüner Veltliner and Riesling.