Long-distance trail Kremstal-Donau 14: Gföhl - Senftenberg

Difficulty: Difficult
Distance: 17,06 km
Duration: 4:30 h
Ascent: 459 m elevation gain
Descent: 778 m elevation gain

A sporty hike from one landmark to the next: The Gföhl - Senftenberg stage is full of highlights worth seeing that need to be hiked dynamically.

Starting point of the tour: Gföhl, main square
Tour destination: Senftenberg, municipal office

Difficulty: Difficult
Distance: 17,06 km
Duration: 4:30 h
Ascent: 459 m elevation gain
Descent: 778 m elevation gain

Fitness level required:
5/6
Overall experience:
2/6
Scenery:
4/6

Lowest point244 m
Highest point620 m

Stage tour
Nice views
With refreshment stops
Accessibility by train and bus
Suitable for families and children

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Description

The tour from Gföhl to Senftenberg is particularly worthwhile for sporty hikers. On this route, romantic natural scenery and imposing landmarks are explored in a dynamic way. At the starting point of the hike, it is worth making a first stop at the baroque parish church of St. Andrew. The route then continues along tranquil forest paths over the Kühberg past imposing rock formations into the Krems Valley ("Kremstal" in German). The "Heimliches Gericht" rock pulpit is particularly worth a stop. Via the villages of Untermeisling and Obermeisling, the stage leads directly to the final destination of Senftenberg. At the end of the tour, we recommend a trip to the landmark of the wine town, the ruins of Senftenberg Castle. The fantastic view from the ruins over the picturesque Krems Valley ("Kremstal" in German) is the perfect way to round off a hiking route worth seeing.

safety instructions Please observe the following tips and notes so that your hiking holiday becomes a nice experience:Stay on the marked paths and wear mountain/hiking boots.Please do not leave your rubbish on the trailCarry sufficient provisions (water/snack) with youTake the hiking map with you or use the free hiking appRespect the sensitive habitats of plants and animals Walking/using the suggested routes is at your own risk and responsibility.
Equipment Hiking bootsBackpackWeatherproof clothing (e.g. rain protection)HeadgearSun protectionSufficient provisions (water, snack)Hiking map long-distance trail Kremstal-Donau and/or mobile route planner
Route description From the main square, head south through Kirchengasse, Kühlberggasse to Kleinkühnberggasse, which we then follow uphill. Past the playground, the end of the settlement is soon reached, a short stretch still on Feldstraße and we are already in the shady forest. Mostly through the forest, we reach Untermeisling. Before that, it is recommended to take a detour to the viewpoint in front of Kühlberg. From Untermeisling to Obermeisling, we have to walk on the state road. From Obermeisling, “peace returns”. For hours, it goes through the forest, over the beautiful rocky pulpit “Secret Court” until we reach the Kremstal. Through the settlement area, we reach the Nuhr health center and shortly thereafter the municipal office.
Parking Gföhl, Feldgasse parking lot
Getting there From Vienna: via S5 to Krems and B 37 to GföhlFrom the west: A1 and S33, B37 to Gföhl
Public transport Gföhl is accessible by train and bus.ÖBB timetable queryTransport region Eastern region VOR timetable query
Editor’s tip High above the village towers the Senftenberg castle ruins in the Kremstal. It is the landmark of the idyllic wine village of the same name and offers a wonderful view of the wine terraces where the typical primary rock Riesling grows. There is much to explore at the castle ruins, and many stories revolve around the centuries-old structure.With the online Heurigen calendar you can find out which Heurigen is open!

Recommended period

All information about the stages can be found at www.kremstal.at . The "Kremstal-Donau long-distance hiking trail" hiking map can be requested free of charge from Donau NÖ Tourismus GmbH by telephone on 02713-30060-60 or downloaded from the brochure shop at www.donau.com/brochure will.

Letzte Änderung: 16 Mar 2026