Burgenland is once again offering its popular summer Feriencamps for children and youth, with this year’s edition running from August 17 to 21, 2026, under the motto “Entdecke deine Talente” (Discover Your Talents). The program, organized by the state government in collaboration with the Education Directorate, sports associations, and local clubs, will take place at twelve locations across the region. Designed for children from the final year of compulsory kindergarten up to eighth grade, the camps aim to blend education, creativity, and recreation in a supportive environment.
According to official announcements, participation costs 129 euros per person, inclusive of meals. Registration remains open until June 15, 2026, and the initiative continues to prioritize accessibility, including provisions for children with special needs through the Fit4Diversity focus. This specialized track offers tailored activities developed in consultation with parents or guardians to ensure inclusive participation.
The 2026 camps build on a multi-year tradition that began with the integration of Austria’s federal Sommerschule into Burgenland’s local offerings. Since 2021, the state has maintained what officials describe as an Austria-wide unique model combining academic support with holiday supervision. Over recent years, demand has grown steadily, with 2024 seeing a record 2,828 registrations across 21 sites—an expansion driven by both standard camps and additional Fit4Diversity locations.
Education Landesrätin Daniela Winkler (SPÖ) has consistently emphasized the program’s broader developmental goals beyond academics. In past statements, she highlighted the importance of communication, creativity, critical thinking, and teamwork as core pillars of the camp experience. These elements are reinforced through workshops focused on talent and giftedness promotion, delivered alongside recreational activities.
Support for the camps comes from a wide network of local organizations. In 2024, approximately 90 Burgenland-based clubs and associations contributed to afternoon programming, providing diverse options in sports, science, and language learning. The involvement of students from the BAfEP (Training College for Elementary Pedagogy) also serves as a practical training opportunity, framed by officials as the state’s largest internship initiative.
While the 2026 schedule mirrors previous years in duration and age range, the number of host sites has been adjusted to twelve locations statewide. This reflects a refinement of the geographic distribution compared to the broader 2024 rollout, which utilized 21 venues. Officials have not indicated changes to the core structure of daily activities, which typically balance morning educational sessions with afternoon experiential learning.
Families seeking enrollment details or wishing to register can access information through the official portal www.feriencamp-burgenland.at. The site provides location-specific schedules, contact details for coordinators, and guidance on accessibility accommodations. As in prior years, confirmation of placement and further logistics are communicated directly to registered participants ahead of the camp start date.
The Feriencamps remain a key component of Burgenland’s youth and family policy, reflecting a sustained investment in out-of-school learning and social development. By combining state resources with civil society engagement, the initiative illustrates a decentralized approach to educational enrichment that prioritizes both accessibility and quality.
For ongoing updates, interested parties are encouraged to consult the Burgenland state government’s education portal or contact the Education Directorate directly. No changes to the 2026 schedule or fee structure have been announced as of mid-April 2026.
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