Wassergeistweg in Spitz

Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 6,47 km
Duration: 2:30 h
Ascent: 147 m elevation gain
Descent: 168 m elevation gain

Alongside the Wine Spirit Trail and the Forest Spirit Trail, the Water Spirit Trail is one of the three Spitzer children's hiking trails. There are 5 stamp houses along the route. After completing the Water Spirit Trail, you will receive free admission (worth a maximum of EUR 4.50) to the Spitz Maritime Museum on presentation of your complete stamp pass.

Starting point of the tour: Church square in Spitz
Tour destination: Danube promenade Spitz

Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 6,47 km
Duration: 2:30 h
Ascent: 147 m elevation gain
Descent: 168 m elevation gain

Fitness level required:
2/6
Overall experience:
3/6
Scenery:
4/6

Lowest point200 m
Highest point307 m

Accessibility by train and bus
Suitable for families and children

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The Water Spirit Trail is approx. 5.8 km long and takes approx. 2.5 hours to complete with an elevation gain of approx. 150 meters

safety instructions Please observe the following tips and notes to enjoy your hike:-stay on the marked paths-wear mountain/hiking shoes-use hiking poles-rainwear is always advisable-bring enough drinking water-please do not leave your trash on the path-please do not pick grapes or fruit-respect the sensitive habitats of plants and animals-don't forget sun protection-take a break-the indicated walking times are guidelines-do not light a fire
Equipment Take enough drinks with you and wear sturdy footwear!
Route description We head north from the church square. Shortly after the 1st stamp box at the threshing floor, we go right to the Hiatahütte. From there we climb through the "Bärenschlucht" to the Red Gate. After passing through the gate, we hike down to the right into the mystical Miesling valley. There we follow the stream towards the Danube. At the intersection with Kremser Straße, we keep left and walk over the parking lot of the Klosterhof and through an underpass under the B3 directly to the Danube promenade. Now we march to the right and walk for about 1 km against the Danube current. At the promenade, there is much to discover for young and old! Before the roundabout, we cross the B3 at the zebra crossing and go through the Hinterhaus district up to the ruin. The descent leads us to the Erlahof district. There, fun is guaranteed at the Shipping Museum, the playground, or the picnic pavilion. Next to the Spitzer Bach, we return via the weir into the town or back to the Danube.
Parking There are sufficient parking spaces available at the Danube promenade in Spitz.
Getting there Directly on the B3 to Spitz.
Public transport From Melk or Krems, take bus 715 to Spitz to the "Donau Fähre (Bundesstraße)" stop, then walk 7 minutes to the parish church. Here is the bus timetable.Alternatively, take the Wachau Railway from Krems or Emmersdorf to Spitz and walk 5 minutes on foot. Here is the timetable for 2023.
Editor’s tip TIP: If you want to spend more time on the Danube, don't cross the B3 at the pedestrian crossing, but walk a bit further to the Danube beach of Spitz - pure holiday feeling!

Wassergeistweg in Spitz

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