Details for: Spectacular Dürnstein route
Brief description
Along this short hike, you will find the best photo spots and all the highlights of Dürnstein. From the wine to the ruins to the famous blue tower of the abbey.
Description
This pleasant hike allows you to discover the town and its impressive surroundings through 10 of the total 23 stations.
Dürnstein, located at the foot of the steep castle rock descending towards the Danube, is one of the most important urban ensembles in Lower Austria with its well-preserved medieval town wall. The old Kuenringer town, where tradition and beauty meet in a unique way, is an essential destination on the banks of the Danube.
During your stay, be sure to enjoy the Wachau wines in a cozy Heurigen tavern or in the shaded garden of a restaurant.
Starting point of the tour
Donaulände Dürnstein
Destination point of the tour
Donaulände Dürnstein
Route description Spectacular Dürnstein route
Follow the colorful guidance system that surely shows you the best way through the town and surrounding landscape and ensures you do not miss any highlight along the route.
Directions
A1 to St. Pölten junction, then continue on S33 and B3 via Krems to Dürnstein.
Parking
Outside Dürnstein, there are five large paid parking lots. The town center of Dürnstein is reachable within 5 to 10 minutes on foot.
Mit Bahn & Bus:
Der nächstgelegene größere Bahnhof ist Krems an der Donau, der regelmäßig von Zügen aus Wien, St. Pölten und dem Waldviertel angefahren wird. Vom Bahnhof Krems gelangt man mit VOR-Regionalbussen mehrmals täglich direkt nach Dürnstein. www.vor.at
Wachaubahn: Die Wachaubahn fährt in der Saison regelmäßig von Krems nach Dürnstein. www.wachaubahn.at
Mit dem Schiff (saisonal):
In der Saison ist Dürnstein auch per Donauschifffahrt erreichbar – etwa mit der DDSG Blue Danube ab Krems oder Melk.https://ddsg-blue-danube.at/
Author's tip
The highlights of the route:
- Stift Dürnstein, the baroque jewel and landmark of the Wachau
- Dürnstein ruins
- Kellerschlössel of the Domäne Wachau
- Wachau saffron manufactory at the train station
With support from the country and the European Union (LEADER)
