Kirchschlag

The Lower Austrian town of Kirchschlag in the district of Zwettl lies on the southern edge of the Waldviertel high plateau. From the highest villages in the municipality, Schneeberg and Scheib, you have a wonderful view as far as the Alpine foothills on a clear day. Lovingly run museums and other great excursion destinations invite you to discover this family-friendly market town. The landscape can be explored on several well-marked hiking trails - or by bike or on horseback.

Kirchschlag in the Waldviertel: the best excursion tips

There are three great private museums that are particularly appealing to families for interesting sightseeing tours: Firstly, the "1,000" engines museum and the private "Mineral Room" collection - and secondly, the 180 KIKKER tractor museum of a different kind. It presents a huge private collection of model tractors. Younger guests will particularly enjoy the adjoining pet park.

In Roggenreith, the Haider whisky experience distillery has opened its doors: In Austria's 1st whisky distillery since 1995, visitors can experience the fascination of whisky production up close. A fire and water garden, Celtic tree of life circle and druid playground round off the offer.

Listed sights in Kirchschlag

The Catholic parish church of St. Nicholas was first mentioned in a document in 1436. The stately Romanesque building was baroqueized at the end of the 18th century. The Roggenreith local chapel - with valuable figures and reverse glass paintings - and the Schneeberg Holy Trinity Chapel with its striking protruding tower also catch the eye.