Nibelungengau long-distance trail 1: Sarmingstein – Persenbeug (feeder to/from Donausteig)

Please note the following tips and advice to make your hiking holiday a pleasant experience:
· Stay on the marked paths.
· Wear mountain/hiking boots.
· Use hiking poles.
· Rainwear is always advisable.
· Take the hiking map with you.
· Carry enough drinking water.
· Please do not leave your rubbish on the trail.
· Respect the sensitive habitats of plants and wildlife.

We would like to inform you that mountain biking and horse riding are generally prohibited on the Nibelungengau long-distance hiking trail in the forest and on private forest roads. Using the proposed routes is at your own risk and responsibility.

Hiking boots, backpack, hiking map and/or mobile tour planner, weatherproof clothing (e.g. rain protection), head covering, sun protection, first aid kit, possibly a flashlight, sufficient provisions (water, snacks)

A comprehensive equipment list can be found here.

The stage starts at the Strudengauhof guesthouse in Sarmingstein. The path leads uphill through a woodland area to Nöchling. At the beginning of the village, a shady spot next to a chapel invites you to linger and offers magnificent views of the Alpine panorama. The route continues through the village on asphalt to Mitterndorf. Afterwards, a steep woodland section descends towards Yspertal. Part of the path runs along the road before you reach Rottenberg through a steep forest section. Continuing on asphalt and road, the route heads towards Viehtrift before turning onto a forest road about 2 km long. Through the woodland, you reach the Hubertusmarterl with beautiful views of the Ybbs-Persenbeug Danube power plant and the Danube valley. The path then follows the road and a short meadow section before arriving at a wonderful viewpoint with views of the Danube at the Peace Cross “Am Reitern”. The path continues through woodland before going on asphalt through Hofamt Priel. Crossing the bridge, the B3 is crossed, passing Persenbeug Castle to the end point of the stage at the Danube bank in Persenbeug.

Parking is possible in the village or at the Danube bank in Persenbeug.

You can reach Sarmingstein via the A1 West Motorway, exit Ybbs, along the federal highway B25 towards Ybbs, through Ybbs over the Danube bridge Ybbs-Persenbeug, keep left and follow the B3 towards Sarmingstein.

From Krems, the Wachauerstraße (B3) leads directly into the community.

Travel with ÖBB to the Amstetten train station - timetable inquiry. From the station, you can take the post bus to Sarmingstein. More information on bus schedules can be found here.

From Persenbeug, you can reach the Ybbs/Kemmelbach train station by post bus/public transport. More information on bus schedules can be found here.

We recommend traveling by car, as public transport does not cover a seamless connection.

Enjoy the magnificent views of the Danube valley in Nöchling and at the Peace Cross “Am Reitern”. The Danube bank in Persenbeug is worth a visit, and the bathing lake in Persenbeug-Gottsdorf offers a refreshing cool-down on hot summer days.

The Nibelungengau long-distance hiking trail is signposted and walkable in both directions.

Event highlight in Nibelungengau:
Combine your hiking holiday with the Solstice celebration "Fire Magic in Nibelungengau" in June. Celebrate on the banks of the Danube in one of the Nibelungengau communities or on board a ship.