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Analyzing the terrain, regional context, and landscape features of this Hungarian park
Comprehensive Geographic Profile and Mapped Boundaries of Fertő-Hanság National Park
This geographic profile details the physical characteristics of Fertő-Hanság National Park in the Győr-Moson-Sopron region of Hungary. The data encompasses calculated boundary spans, overall park area, and environmental classifications including wetland, lacustrine, and grassland habitats. It also maps key natural features such as peaks, bays, and springs found within the recorded park boundaries.
Transboundary wetland reserve protecting Lake Fertő and the Hanság marshes at the Austria-Hungary border
Fertő-Hanság National Park
Fertő-Hanság National Park is a transboundary protected area in northwestern Hungary, sharing its eastern shoreline with Austria's Neusiedler See-Seewinkel National Park. Established in 1991 and expanded in 1994 to incorporate the Hanság marshland, the park encompasses the distinctive Lake Fertő (Lake Neusiedl), one of Central Europe's largest and the westernmost continental salt lake in Eurasia. The park's unique character derives from its shallow, reed-fringed lake system, expansive alkaline grasslands (puszta), and rehabilitated marshland that together create a rich mosaic of wetland habitats supporting exceptional biodiversity. The area holds international recognition as both a UNESCO biosphere reserve since 1979 and a Ramsar Convention Wetland of International Importance since 1989, reflecting its outstanding ecological significance for migratory waterbirds and specialized salt-tolerant vegetation.
- Location
- Hungary
- Park type
- National park
- Established
- 1991
- Area
- 235.9 km²
Location overview
Exploring Country Borders and Regional Status in Győr-Moson-Sopron
Mapping the Geography of Fertő-Hanság National Park in Hungary
Fertő-Hanság National Park is officially situated within the Győr-Moson-Sopron region of Hungary. The protected area maintains both transboundary designation and coastal park classification.
- Countries
- Hungary
- Regions
- Győr-Moson-Sopron
- Primary location
- Győr-Moson-Sopron
- Geographic setting
- Transboundary · Coastal
Boundary and coordinates
Mapping the spatial limits and 235.88 square kilometer protected area
Fertő-Hanság National Park Geographic Boundary Map and Dimensions
Interactive digital boundaries illustrate the spatial context and regional orientation of the protected territory. Structured geographic datasets detail the 235.88 square kilometer area along with calculated center coordinates and physical spans.
- Boundary area
- 190.2 km²
- Boundary perimeter
- 199.2 km
- Northernmost point
- 47.7433° N
- Southernmost point
- 47.6046° N
- Easternmost point
- 17.3856° E
- Westernmost point
- 16.6125° E
- Geographic centre
- 47.675° N, 16.8833° E
- North–south span
- 15.4 km
- East–west span
- 58.1 km
Terrain and natural features
Stored lowland relief classifications and recorded landscape features
Fertő-Hanság National Park Terrain and Named Natural Features
Recorded terrain classifications outline the lowland relief profile across Fertő-Hanság National Park. Linked feature cards supply names, types, and spatial relationships for recorded natural features within the protected area boundaries.
Selected named natural features
Bays
Homoki-öböl
Peaks
Tómalmi-domb
214 m
Natural springs
Bence-forrás
Islands
B0
Rivers
Rábca
Environmental setting
Temperate lowland terrain, wetland habitats, and major water systems
Fertő-Hanság National Park Environmental Classifications and Protected Setting
Recorded landscape features, habitat types, and climate classifications provide complementary ways to read the physical setting of Fertő-Hanság National Park. Stored categories connect directly to relevant atlas destinations across the protected area.
- Relief
- Lowland
- Climate
- Temperate
- Water
- Major water bodies
- Forest cover
- Sparse forest
- Seasonality
- Year-round
Landscape features
Lakes · Wetland · Grassland
Habitat types
Wetland · Lacustrine habitat · Riverine habitat · Grassland
Park atlas
Trace the regional spread of protected wetlands and diverse grasslands across Győr-Moson-Sopron and its transboundary area.
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After exploring Fertő-Hanság National Park, browse other national parks and protected areas across Győr-Moson-Sopron County and the surrounding transboundary wetlands. Comparing these distinct conservation landscapes provides valuable insights into the regional biodiversity, unique wetland systems, and shared protected-area geography of Central Europe.
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Explore mapped wetland geography and birdwatching significance.
Neusiedler See-Seewinkel National Park showcases a rare steppe lake environment and extensive wetland habitats at the eastern edge of Austria, within the Burgenland region. This protected area is globally recognized for its exceptional avian diversity and the unique ecological mosaic formed by reed beds, salt marshes, and seasonal pools. Explore its mapped boundaries and distinctive Pannonian geography for a deep understanding of this vital European protected landscape.
- Area
- 97 km²
- Established
- 1993
- IUCN
- II
- Relief
- Lowland
Nature reserveAustria
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An endorheic lake system and critical wetland sanctuary.
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- Area
- 315 km²
- Established
- 1993
- Relief
- Lowland
- Climate
- Temperate
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Mapped boundaries and vital riparian landscape in Lower Austria.
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- Area
- 93 km²
- Established
- 1996
- IUCN
- II
- Relief
- Lowland
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A limestone plateau mountain at the Alpine-Pannonian transition
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- Relief
- Mountain
- Climate
- Temperate
- Access
- Easy access
- Scope
- Terrestrial
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Mapped dry steppe, karst topography, and pannonian forest habitats
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- Area
- 1.66 km²
- Established
- 1965
- IUCN
- IV
- Relief
- Mountain
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A vital conservation site featuring arid rock steppes and limestone slopes.
Located in the province of Lower Austria, Spitzerberg serves as a essential nature reserve protecting a rare concentration of Pannonian dry habitats. The site is defined by its steep-sided hill structure, rocky limestone outcrops, and thin soils that support a variety of specialized plant and animal species adapted to this arid environment.
- Area
- 226 km²
- Established
- 1981
- IUCN
- IV
- Relief
- Upland
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- Area
- 22 km²
- Established
- 1905
- Relief
- Lowland
- Climate
- Temperate
Protected landscapeLower Austria
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Northwest
Vienna Woods: Protected Landscape, Forested Highlands, and Alpine Foothill Geography
Natural terrain and protected boundaries in Lower Austria
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- Area
- 1,056.45 km²
- Established
- 1987
- Relief
- Mountain
- Climate
- Temperate
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Continue Mapping Fertő-Hanság National Park's Geographic and Protected Landscape Features
Expand your understanding of Fertő-Hanság National Park by exploring its detailed geographic boundaries and regional context. Our atlas-driven approach allows for a deeper appreciation of this unique protected landscape, its wetland ecosystems, and its place within the broader geography of Hungary. Discover more about its mapped terrain and protected area significance.
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