Order-wide Events
Panel discussion
The 12. September – A question of attitude
12 September 2025, Start: 3.00 pm
Modul University Vienna, Am Kahlenberg 1, 1190 Vienna, Austria
As a new conflict breaks out between West and East in Europe, it is more important than ever to reflect on our history and its lessons and traditions, on the successes of politics and diplomacy for peace and freedom, on our historical ability to overcome war and resolve all hostilities.
All details about the event can be found in the invitation below.
Registration by 8 September 2025 to kanzleramt@georgsorden.eu
70 years of the Austrian Armed Forces
18 September 2025, Start 2.00 pm
Officers’ mess of the Maria Theresien barracks, Am Fasangarten 2-4, 1130 Vienna, Austria
This event, organised in cooperation by the Order of St. George, the Austrian Society for the Protection of Cultural Property and the Austrian Armed Forces, is dedicated to the development of the Austrian Armed Forces and the security policy situation in Austria over the past seven decades. In a historical review and an analysis of the current structure and tasks of the Austrian Armed Forces, the changes in the organisation and its security policy significance will be presented. The programme is rounded off by an outlook on the security-related challenges of the future.
As speakers and panellists, we welcome high-ranking generals who have played a key role in shaping the Austrian Armed Forces, as well as the current Secretary General of the Federal Ministry of Defence. Their expertise will provide fascinating insights into the past, present and future of Austrian security policy.
Speakers and panellists
- Secretary General Dr. Arnold Kammel
- General Mag. Robert Brieger
- General (retired) Karl Majcen
- General Lieutenant (retired) Mag. Franz Reißner
- Grand Master Karl von Habsburg
- Procurator Baron Vinzenz von Stimpfl-Abele
- Chancellor Dr. Stefan Schermaier
Following the presentations, we invite you to a cosy get-together with the opportunity to exchange ideas. We look forward to welcoming a large audience and to an insightful evening in the security policy area of the theme of the year: Integrity. Direction. Hope.
Contact person: Hofrat Dr. Paul Ertl
Registration by 15 September 2025 to paul.ertl01@gmail.com
21st Salzburg Europe Summit
28 – 30 September 2025
Salzburg, Austria
The SALZBURG EUROPE SUMMIT will take place from 28 to 30 September 2025, which is organised for the 21st time by the Institute of the Regions of Europe (founded by the Chairman of our Knights of Honour, former Governor Prof. Dr. Franz Schausberger). In various formats – from discussion events and workshops to an excursion – this internationally renowned congress will explore the topic of ‘Europe and Hope’.
Under the honorary patronage of Austrian Federal President Alexander van der Bellen, the following are expected: Kaja Kallas, High Representative of the EU for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Christian Stocker, Federal Chancellor of the Republic of Austria, Magnus Brunner, EU Commissioner for Home Affairs and Migration, Adam Szłapka, EU Minister of Poland, Emil Hurezeanu, Foreign Minister of Romania, Cristina Gherasimov, Deputy Prime Minister of Moldova, Igli Hasani, Foreign Minister of Albania and many more.
As a new partner of this important conference, the Order of St. George will contribute its own colloquium to the programme for the first time: Led by the well-known moderator and journalist Claudia Reiterer, amongst others Grand Master Archduke Karl and our Knight of Honour Prof. Dr. Jan Peter Balkenende, former Prime Minister of the Netherlands and appointed Minister of State by His Majesty King Willem-Alexander in 2022, will analyse the topic ‘Integrity, Direction, Hope. Why the European Union must rediscover its values – and how can this be achieved?’
An event that is equally interesting for all our Commanderies not only because of its European and Central European accents (comprehensive interpreting services are offered), but also because it offers the opportunity to establish valuable contacts and develop new networks.
This year participation for Dames and Knights of the Order is free!
Up-to-date information and the detailed programme can be found on the website www.salzburg-europe-summit.eu
Registration to kanzleramt@georgsorden.eu
Cross-Commandery Events
25 June 2025
EXTERNAL EVENT:
Cultural property protection and the trade in art and cultural property in Austria, Europe and the world
Palais Dorotheum, Dorotheergasse 17, 1010 Vienna, Austria
Start: 6.00 pm
To mark the 30th anniversary of the UNIDROIT Agreement in 1995, a panel and public discussion will be held on stolen or illegally exported cultural property.
Discussion participants:
- Karl von Habsburg
- Eva-Maria Gärtner
- Willi Gabalier
- Felicitas Thurn-Valsassina
- Constantin Staus-Rausch
Registration by 23 June 2025 to blueshield@blueshield.at
2 July 2025
Summer party
Viennese Commanderies
Garden of the Order Residence, Rennweg 10, 1030 Vienna, Austria
Start: 6.00 pm
The Viennese Commanderies invite to a summer party in the redesigned garden of the Order Residence, which will be ceremoniously opened with a blessing by the Spiritual Council. Further information can be found in the invitation below.
Contact persons: Commander KR Mag. Nikolai de Arnoldi and Commander Mag. Joachim Zimmel
Registration by 25 June 2025 at https://buytickets.at/vereindessanctgeorgsorden/1691577
27 August 2025
Summer cocktail
Viennese Commanderies
Garden of the Order Residence, Rennweg 10, 1030 Vienna, Austria
Start: 6.00 pm
The four Viennese Commanderies traditionally invite to a common summer cocktail in the garden of the Order Residence.
Details will follow soon.
13 September 2025
Sailing trip on Lake Neusiedl
Commandery Burgenland, Commandery Wien – Arsenal
Fritz am See, Seebad 1, 7121 Weiden am See, Austria
Start: 2.00 pm
The Commanderies invite to an excursion with dinghies (sailing boats) on Lake Neusiedl. The focus is on pleasure sailing, it is not a race.
Start with a champagne reception at Fritz am See, then the trip begins with 4-6 dinghies ( only in suitable weather). One skipper with sailing experience is required per dinghy, no sailing skills are necessary for the crew. Return after one to two hours on the lake followed by a common dinner.
Costs: The champagne reception and the boats are covered by the Commanderies Burgenland and Wien – Arsenal. Everyone pays for the dinner individually.
Contact person: Commander HR Dieter Tischler, Boat captains for the dinghies please contact Patrick Lichtblau at patrick@silversurfer.at
Registration by 30 August 2025 to dieter.tischler@aon.at
PREANNOUNCEMENT
4 October 2025
Central European Soirée
Commandery Ungarn and Commandery Burgenland
Schlosshotel Szidónia, Röjtöki út 37, 9451 Röjtökmuzsaj, Hungary
Start: 7.00 pm
In cooperation, the Commanderies Ungarn and Burgenland are organising an exclusive Central European Soirée involving our Central European Commanderies.
Programme
- Welcome drink
- Festive opening
- Little gifts for Dames and Knights
- Live dance music
- Presentation stands of the Central European Commanderies
- Raffle for a main prize
- Midnight show with dance performance
- On request, a multi-course gala dinner can be ordered on site at own cost
Dress code: Tuxedo/dark suit /dinner dress
Ticket price: 70,00 Euro (excl. gala dinner)
Hotel rates (reduced):
- Main building: double room with breakfast 126,00 Euro/night, single room with breakfast 112,50 Euro/night
- Hunting lodge: double room with breakfast 112,50 Euro/night, single room with breakfast 105,00 Euro/night
- Reservation: https://www.szidonia.hu/
Contact persons: Commander Gabor von Boldizsàr Ujfakusy and Commander HR Dieter Tischler
Registration by 15 September 2025 at https://buytickets.at/vereindessanctgeorgsorden/1710312
Commandery Events
26 June 2025
Discovered too late – the invisible killers in the abdomen
Commandery Wien – Arsenal
Order Residence, Rennweg 10, 1030 Vienna, Austria
Start: 6.30 pm
Colonic cancer is one of the most frequently occurring – and most treatable – typ of cancer if it is diagnosed at an early stage. However, especially in the early stages, the disease often progresses silently and without symptoms.
Assoc. Prof. Priv. Doz. Dr. Gerd Silberhumer, MBA, Austria’s leading surgeon and specialist in gastrointestinal diseases, explains why regular check-ups can save lives, which warning signs need to be taken seriously – and how modern medicine, including transplants, can offer hope in advanced cases.
A powerful lecture for all those who do not want to leave health to chance.
Contact person: Vice Commander KommR Ewald Laister
Registration by 19 June 2025 to ewald.laister@gmail.com
27 June 2025
Good Will – Bad Failure
Commandery Niederösterreich – St. Georgs Kathedrale
Literatursalon Schloss Wartholz, Hauptstraße 113, 2651 Reichenau an der Rax, Austria
Start: 5.00 pm
The Commandery invites to the opening of the exhibition and a panel discussion on the life and work of Emperor and King Karl. The exhibition is organised by the ‘Otto von Habsburg Foundation Hungary’. Details on the speakers and the programme can be found in the invitation below.
Contact person: Commander Christian Blazek
Registratio to c.blazek@blazek-garten.at
PREANNOUNCEMENT
September 2025 and June 2026
Weekends in London and Northern Ireland
Commandery Großbritannien & Nordirland
A weekend in London and the surrounding area will be organised from 5 – 7 September 2025 and a weekend in Northern Ireland from 5 – 7 June 2026 with accommodation in the 17th century Ballygally Castle.
All detailed information including the programme and prices can be found in the invitations below.
Contact person: Commander David Mackintosh
Registration to info@orderofstgeorge.org.uk
13 September 2025
Commandery meeting
Commandery Salzburg/Oberösterreich/Bayern – Hohensalzburg
Gut Hochkreut, Aurachberg 60, 4814 Neukirchen/Altmünster, Austria
Start: 5.00 pm
Commander DI Dr. Wilhelm von Zitzewitz invites to a Commandery meeting with a lecture and subsequent discussion.
Contact person: Commander DI Dr. Wilhelm von Zitzewitz