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

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    This stage section connects the Donausteig in Upper Austria with the Nibelungengau long-distance hiking trail in Lower Austria over a distance of 21 km.

    Distance 21.5 km
    6:17 h
    617 m
    630 m
    559 m
    220 m

    The stage starts at the Strudengauhof guesthouse in Sarmingstein and first goes uphill to Nöchling. After Mitterndorf, it steeply descends in the direction of Yspertal, Rottenberg, and Viehtrift. Via a forest road about 2 km long, you reach the Hubertusmarterl. Then you come to a magnificent viewpoint at the Peace Cross before continuing through Hofamt Priel to the Danube bank in Persenbeug.

    Author’s recommendation

    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.

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    559 m
    Lowest point
    220 m
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    Rest stops

    Gasthaus "Zum goldenen Ochsen"
    Strudengauhof Inn
    Alte Pfarrkirche

    Safety information

    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.

    Tips and suggestions

    For easy and convenient tour planning, the Wachau-Nibelungengau-Kremstal app is recommended. Simply download for Android or iPhone. 

    Excursion tipsalong the route:
    Visitor power plant Ybbs-Persenbeug, Peace Cross "Am Reitern", Bathing lake in Persenbeug-Gottsdorf

    Dining options along the route:
    Sarmingstein, Hofamt Priel and Persenbeug

    Other sights in Nibelungengau:
    Peace Museum Erlauf, Oskar Kokoschka Centre Pöchlarn, Europaschloss Leiben, Artstetten Castle, Maria Taferl Basilica

    Events and happenings in the Nibelungengau region and surroundings can be found here.

    All available promotional materials for Nibelungengau can be found here or browse online through the Nibelungengau travel guide.

    Roadbook

    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.

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    Dorfcafé Gilly
    Rundturm Sarmingstein
    Nöchling
    Marterl unter Linden
    Brückerl über den Weidenbach
    Hofamt Priel
    Ruine Sarmingstein
    Pfarrkirche Nöchling
    Gasthaus "Zum goldenen Ochsen"
    Strudengauhof Inn
    Alte Pfarrkirche

    Public transport

    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.

    Directions

    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.

    Parking

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

    Coordinates

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    48.230873, 14.941856
    DMS
    48°13'51.1"N 14°56'30.7"E
    UTM
    33U 495682 5341963
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    Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

    Author’s map recommendations

    You can find route descriptions with GPS tracks available for download at www.nibelungengau.at. The Nibelungengau long-distance hiking trail is signposted and walkable in both directions. You can obtain the Nibelungengau hiking map via Donau Niederösterreich Tourismus GmbH or the Nibelungengau communities.

    Equipment

    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.

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    Distance
    21.5 km
    Duration
    6:17 h
    Ascent
    617 m
    Descent
    630 m
    Highest point
    559 m
    Lowest point
    220 m
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