This stage section connects the Donausteig in Upper Austria with the Nibelungengau long-distance hiking trail in Lower Austria over a distance of 21 km.
Description
The stage starts at the Strudengauhof guesthouse in Sarmingstein and first goes uphill to Nöchling. After Mitterndorf, it steeply descends in the direction of Yspertal, Rottenberg, and Viehtrift. Via a forest road about 2 km long, you reach the Hubertusmarterl. Then you come to a magnificent viewpoint at the Peace Cross before continuing through Hofamt Priel to the Danube bank in Persenbeug.
Starting point of the tour
Sarmingstein, Strudengauhof guesthouse
Destination point of the tour
Persenbeug, Danube bank
Route description Nibelungengau long-distance trail 1: Sarmingstein – Persenbeug (feeder to/from Donausteig)
The stage starts at the Strudengauhof guesthouse in Sarmingstein. The path leads uphill through a woodland area to Nöchling. At the beginning of the village, a shady spot next to a chapel invites you to linger and offers magnificent views of the Alpine panorama. The route continues through the village on asphalt to Mitterndorf. Afterwards, a steep woodland section descends towards Yspertal. Part of the path runs along the road before you reach Rottenberg through a steep forest section. Continuing on asphalt and road, the route heads towards Viehtrift before turning onto a forest road about 2 km long. Through the woodland, you reach the Hubertusmarterl with beautiful views of the Ybbs-Persenbeug Danube power plant and the Danube valley. The path then follows the road and a short meadow section before arriving at a wonderful viewpoint with views of the Danube at the Peace Cross “Am Reitern”. The path continues through woodland before going on asphalt through Hofamt Priel. Crossing the bridge, the B3 is crossed, passing Persenbeug Castle to the end point of the stage at the Danube bank in Persenbeug.
Directions
You can reach Sarmingstein via the A1 West Motorway, exit Ybbs, along the federal highway B25 towards Ybbs, through Ybbs over the Danube bridge Ybbs-Persenbeug, keep left and follow the B3 towards Sarmingstein.
From Krems, the Wachauerstraße (B3) leads directly into the community.
Parking
Parking is possible in the village or at the Danube bank in Persenbeug.
Travel with ÖBB to the Amstetten train station - timetable inquiry. From the station, you can take the post bus to Sarmingstein. More information on bus schedules can be found here.
From Persenbeug, you can reach the Ybbs/Kemmelbach train station by post bus/public transport. More information on bus schedules can be found here.
We recommend traveling by car, as public transport does not cover a seamless connection.
Author's tip
Enjoy the magnificent views of the Danube valley in Nöchling and at the Peace Cross “Am Reitern”. The Danube bank in Persenbeug is worth a visit, and the bathing lake in Persenbeug-Gottsdorf offers a refreshing cool-down on hot summer days.
The Nibelungengau long-distance hiking trail is signposted and walkable in both directions.
Event highlight in Nibelungengau:
Combine your hiking holiday with the Solstice celebration "Fire Magic in Nibelungengau" in June. Celebrate on the banks of the Danube in one of the Nibelungengau communities or on board a ship.
