Over a total length of 110 kilometers, the Nibelungengau long-distance hiking trail runs north and south of the Danube.
Description
It leads on scenic paths through attractive landscapes and to historically significant excursion destinations. Untouched nature and dreamlike views of the Danube valley accompany hikers every step of the way. The individual stages are between 10 and 22 kilometers long and connect cultural treasures and natural gems like a red thread.
Whether you prefer to take it easy or have sufficient fitness for more demanding routes. On the Nibelungengau long-distance hiking trail, there is a suitable route for every requirement.
Starting point of the tour
Any, depends on the selected stage
Destination point of the tour
Any, depends on the selected stage
Directions
On the A1 West Motorway, take the exits Ybbs on the Danube or Pöchlarn.
You can reach Persenbeug via the A1 West Motorway, Ybbs exit, along federal road B25 towards Ybbs, through Ybbs across the Ybbs-Persenbeug Danube bridge, keep right towards Persenbeug. Along B3, the road runs along the north bank of the Danube to Klein-Pöchlarn. In Klein-Pöchlarn, the Danube bridge leads to Pöchlarn, and along federal road B1, access to Ybbs on the Danube or the Nibelungengau communities on the south bank is possible.
Parking
Parking is mostly possible near the Danube shores in the Nibelungengau communities.
Travel with ÖBB on the Westbahn line to the Ybbs/Kemmelbach train stop at timetable inquiry. From the station, you can take the post bus/Verkehrsbetriebe Ybbs to Persenbeug. Further information about the bus schedules can be found here.
Also with ÖBB on the Westbahn line to the Pöchlarn train stop, with the regional buses to the surrounding communities.
We recommend arriving by car, as public transport does not cover a seamless connection.
