Kamp Valley Cycle Path

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 118,45 km
Duration: 10:10 h
Ascent: 1240 m elevation gain
Descent: 904 m elevation gain

Scandinavian flair in the middle, Mediterranean in the lower course of the Kamp: scenic diversity and cultural locations make this cycle route a special experience.

Starting point of the tour: Altenwörth
Tour destination: Zwettl

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 118,45 km
Duration: 10:10 h
Ascent: 1240 m elevation gain
Descent: 904 m elevation gain

Fitness level required:
4/6
Overall experience:
5/6
Scenery:
6/6

Lowest point180 m
Highest point603 m

Stage tour
With refreshment stops

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Description

The cycle tour starts in Altenwörth in the Danube valley through the different landscapes of the Kamp Valley ("Kamptal" German). In Langenlois, you enter Austria's largest wine town. And that's not all: here wine becomes an experience, gardens a spectacle and modern architecture a pleasure. Continuing along the Kamp, the cycle path leads around Rosenburg Castle, which towers majestically over the Kamp Valley ("Kamptal" in German) and is one of the most beautiful excursion destinations in Lower Austria. The Dobra and Ottenstein reservoirs enchant with their northern atmosphere and are reminiscent of the fjords of Norway. The route continues to Zwettl Abbey, the third oldest Cistercian monastery in the world. Monks have lived here for over 875 years, living their lives according to the rules of St. Benedict. In the destination town of Zwettl, surrounded by 917 meters of historic walls, you can enjoy the result of 300 years of experience in the art of brewing beer. The Kamp river landscape is a constant companion along the entire tour.

There are closures between Gars am Kamp and Rosenburg due to danger spots - follow the local detour!

Note Ottenstein power station: The cycle and accompanying path next to the B38 is closed for approx. 4 weeks from the access road to the boat rental company to the transformer station/dam wall due to construction work. A local detour has been set up (as of 08.10.2025)

safety instructions Make sure your chosen route matches your fitness level. Check whether the restaurants you plan to visit along the way are open. Pack your mobile phone and maps in your backpack.Between Gars am Kamp and Rosenburg there are closures due to hazards - follow the local detour!
Equipment We recommend: helmet, suitable clothing and footwear, rain and sun protection, first aid kit (blister plasters), sufficient provisions (snacks, muesli bars, fruit, water).
Route description The starting point for this landscape-rich cycling route is the town of Altenwörth. Over a distance of 118 cycling kilometers, the route passes through a total of 35 towns in the Kamp valley. Flat alluvial land in the Danube floodplains is replaced by vineyard-covered slopes of the Wagram. The southern flair in the renowned wine town of Langenlois invites you to relax with pleasure. At the spectacular Dobra and Ottenstein reservoirs, you feel reminded of the fjords of Norway. The Zwettl Abbey, built in a meander of the Kamp, has existed since 1138. In the monastery and the Baroque abbey church, you get a deep look into the history of Christianity. Surrounded by historic city walls, the brewing town of Zwettl marks the end of the cycle route.WARNING: There are bumps in the asphalt area near Buchberg. Between Gars am Kamp and Rosenburg, closures occur due to hazards - follow the local detour!
Getting there Altenwörth Vienna - Stockerau - S5 - Königsbrunn am Wagram exit - Winkel - AltenwörthLinz - A1 - St. Pölten - S33 Traismauer - S5 Grafenwörth - Fels am Wagram exit - Altenwörth ZwettlVienna - Stockerau - Krems - ZwettlLinz - Freistadt - Groß Gerungs - Zwettl
Editor’s tip Nostalgic bathing vibes can be found at the Plank am Kamp lido.

Recommended period

Waldviertel Tourism
3910 Zwettl, Sparkassenplatz 1/2/2
(T) +43 2822 54109
(E) info@waldviertel.at
(I) www.waldviertel.at

Letzte Änderung: 2 Mar 2026