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Hiking tour Starting from Danube bank Dürnstein
The perfect tour for guests on a tight time budget or with limited mobility. You get a first impression of the old town, a glimpse of the famous ruins and see the iconic abbey up close.
The perfect tour for guests on a tight time budget or with limited mobility. You get a first impression of the old town, a glimpse of the famous ruins and see the iconic abbey up close.
This leisurely one-hour walk allows you to discover the town and its history at 7 of the 23 stops along barrier-free paths.
Dürnstein, situated at the foot of the steeply sloping castle rock on the Danube, is one of the most important urban ensembles in Lower Austria with its well-preserved medieval wall ring. The old Kuenringer town, where tradition and beauty meet in a unique way, is an unmissable destination on the banks of the Danube. During your stay, enjoy Wachau wines in a cozy wine tavern or in the shady garden of a restaurant.
Follow the guidance system through Dürnstein, which will surely show you the best way through the town and ensure you don’t miss any highlights.
Outside of Dürnstein, there are five large paid parking lots. The town centre of Dürnstein is reachable within a 5 to 10 minute walk.
A1 to the St. Pölten junction, continue on S33 to Krems or on B3 to Dürnstein.
The highlights of the route:
With support from the state and the European Union (LEADER)
In the free Dürnstein city map and on the overview boards at the parking lots and at the train station, you will find a list of the best addresses and sights of Dürnstein.
Contact: Municipal office Dürnstein
3601 Dürnstein No. 25, Tel. 02711 219, office@duernstein.gv.at
Letzte Änderung: 16 Mar 2026
