This year, the idyllic seaside resort of Rust invites you again to the popular Lake Opening!
From May 1st to May 3rd, 2026, visitors can look forward to a diverse program that celebrates the start of the season at Lake Neusiedl in style. Additionally, the Lake Opening offers numerous activities for the whole family:
- Family festival at the seaside resort with games, fun, and entertainment
- Boat cruises for an unforgettable view of Lake Neusiedl
- Sailing school and paddling center with trial courses for water sports enthusiasts
The seaside resort of Rust presents itself at its best this weekend and offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy the first warm spring days by the water.
We warmly invite everyone to join in and experience the special atmosphere of the Lake Opening!
Entry is free!
Program:
May 1, 2026:
- from 10:00 AM: Melo's Fries - Food, Drinks & Music, on the lawn of the seaside resort Rust
- from 10:00 AM: Ice Box - Drinks, Pizza & Ice Cream
- from 6:00 PM: Live music at Tesla by the lake
May 2, 2026:
- 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM: Free boat test at the paddling center Rust
- 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Reed tour in a 10-person canoe*
- 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM: Open house at the Burgenland Yacht Club
- from 10:00 AM: Melo's Fries - Food, Drinks & Music, on the lawn of the seaside resort Rust
- from 10:00 AM: Ice Box - Drinks, Pizza & Ice Cream
- 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM & 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Introductory sailing course
- 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM: Boat cruise - Holiday Lines
- 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Introductory paddling*
- from 6:00 PM: DJ live act & saxophone at Niki by the harbor
May 3, 2026:
- 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM: Free boat test at the paddling center Rust
- 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Reed tour in a 10-person canoe*
- from 10:00 AM: Ice Box - Drinks, Pizza & Ice Cream
- from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Family festival at the seaside resort Rust with slide tower, octopus, giant games, painting, crafting, face painting,...
Magic clown show & walking act at 2 PM - 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM & 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Introductory sailing course
- 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM: Boat cruise - Holiday Lines
- 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM: Paddling out on Lake Neusiedl
* Registration by 6 PM the day before at the Paddling Center Rust