Marbach 3 - Steinbachklamm route

Difficulty: Difficult
Distance: 11,49 km
Duration: 3:24 h
Ascent: 372 m elevation gain
Descent: 372 m elevation gain

The Steinbachklamm route leads uphill along the asphalt road to the Winklermühle. It continues on a narrow path up the Steinbachklamm, where you often have to cross the Steinbach over rustic bridges. The return route rewards the efforts of the ascent with a magnificent view of the Danube Valley and the Alpine foothills.

Starting point of the tour: Marbach, ship dock
Tour destination: Marbach, ship dock

Difficulty: Difficult
Distance: 11,49 km
Duration: 3:24 h
Ascent: 372 m elevation gain
Descent: 372 m elevation gain

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

Lowest point213 m
Highest point585 m

Round tour
Nice views
With refreshment stops

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Description

Equipment We recommend hiking shoes, backpack, hiking map and/or mobile route planner, weatherproof clothing (e.g., rain protection), headgear, sun protection, first aid kit, possibly a flashlight, and sufficient provisions to strengthen yourself (water, snacks).
Parking Parking facilities are available in the town and at the Marbach ship dock.
Getting there Marbach is accessible via the A1 West motorway, Pöchlarn exit. At the exit, take the first exit at the roundabout, after about 1 km turn left towards the Danube bridge. Cross the bridge, then keep left onto Wachauerstraße (B3). The road leads directly to Marbach.Coming from Krems or Grein via Wachauerstraße (B3), drive straight ahead; the road leads directly to Marbach.
Public transport Take the ÖBB train to Pöchlarn station - timetable inquiry. From the station, take the bus to Marbach - trip planner.
Editor’s tip For easy and convenient route planning, the Wachau-Nibelungengau-Kremstal App is recommended. Simply download for Android or iPhone. You can obtain the Nibelungengau hiking map via Donau Niederösterreich Tourismus GmbH or the Nibelungengau municipalities.Attractions in the Nibelungengau:Ybbs-Persenbeug Visitor Power Plant, Peace Museum Erlauf, Oskar Kokoschka Center Pöchlarn, Europaschloss Leiben, Artstetten Castle, Basilica Maria TaferlEvents and happenings in the Nibelungengau region and surroundings can be viewed here. Highlight event in the Nibelungengau: Combine your hiking holiday with the Summer Solstice Celebration "Fire Magic in the Nibelungengau" in June. One experience with two options: Celebrate on the Danube shore in one of the Nibelungengau communities or on board a ship. More information at www.sonnenwende.at.Descriptions of the routes including GPS tracks for download can be found at www.nibelungengau.at.

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Current weather in Marbach an der Donau

6° to 7°

Today, 11.02.2026

Light rain shower

Wind speed2,3 km/h

3° to 9°

Tomorrow, 12.02.2026

Light rain shower

Wind speed2,0 km/h

Uniquely located, the town of Marbach lies in the Nibelungengau, shaped by the Danube current, at the western gateway to the Wachau. Picturesque holiday resort on the Wachau road and the Danube shore railway, between forest and Mostviertel, one hour by car from Vienna, Marbach is the ideal starting point for many excursions. A variety of well-known cultural rarities invites you to discover our region. Marbach's water sports club offers opportunities for water skiing, wakeboarding, and sport and sailing boat trips.

Bike paths on both sides of the Danube and in the side valleys invite you to explore the many sights and cultural monuments by bike.

More information about the community can be found at http://www.marbach-donau.at