A river landscape on the Danube that is unique in Central Europe has been protected by the Donau-Auen National Park since 1996. This pristine landscape is a protected area and refuge for rare species.
As an excursion destination, Orth Castle on the Danube combines nature, history and culture in one location. Several exciting exhibitions and a museum, the castle island adventure area and a wide range of events and guided tours offer a variety of opportunities for a visit.
The new national park exhibition on the first floor of the castle will present the nature and history of the national park and its region under the motto "free and wild" from the end of April 2026. The location on the Danube and the special ecological features of the protected river landscape are highlighted, as are the latest projects and research findings.
On the 2nd floor, museumORTH portrays the everyday history of the Danube community of Orth and life on and with the great river over the course of time. The observation tower, the national park lounge and the tournament courtyard provide further interesting information.
The flora and fauna of the national park region, from pond turtles and snakes to pond roses and black poplars, can be explored on the castle island, with a walk-in underwater station as the centerpiece and many play areas for children.
The store sells a selection of souvenirs and the information team is happy to advise guests on all matters relating to the castle and meadows.
Prices
Prices groups
Combined tour for groups
€ 16 per person
Prices individuals
Erwachsene € 15.-, Kinder, Jugendliche von 6 bis 19 Jahren € 10.-, Senioren, Menschen mit Behinderung € 12.-, Familienkarte (2 Erw., 2 Kinder) € 30.-
Täglich, ohne Führung.
Führungen gegen Aufpreis an Wochenenden und Feiertagen.
Classifications
TOP excursion destination
Natur im Garten
Niederösterreich-CARD
Opening hours
Opening hours
21 March - 1 November: Daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
2 November - 20 March: closed for the winter. Telephone enquiries and bookings only, Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
21. March 2026
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1. November 2026
Monday
09:00-17:00
Tuesday
09:00-17:00
Wednesday
09:00-17:00
Thursday
09:00-17:00
Friday
09:00-17:00
Saturday
09:00-17:00
Sunday
09:00-17:00
Holiday
09:00-17:00
Ruhezeiten innerhalb folgendes Zeitraums
2. November 2025
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20. March 2026
2 November - 20. March: closed for the winter. Telephone enquiries and bookings only, Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
