Kremstal-Danube long-distance hiking trail 01: Krems - Mautern

Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 3,50 km
Duration: 0:50 h
Ascent: 6 m elevation gain
Descent: 19 m elevation gain

From ancient Roman settlements to Gothic architecture: the first stage of the Krems Valley ("Kremstal" in German) long-distance hiking trail impresses with art and culture that invite you to marvel.

Starting point of the tour: Hoher Markt, Krems an der Donau
Tour destination: Mautern an der Donau town hall

Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 3,50 km
Duration: 0:50 h
Ascent: 6 m elevation gain
Descent: 19 m elevation gain

Fitness level required:
1/6
Overall experience:
5/6
Scenery:
4/6

Lowest point193 m
Highest point219 m

Stage tour
Nice views
With refreshment stops
Accessibility by train and bus
Suitable for families and children

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Description

Numerous cultural highlights are waiting to be discovered along the stage from Krems to Mautern. Even the starting point of the hike in the middle of Krems' old town is a real eye-catcher. An ensemble that combines Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture gives the town a unique ambience. The colorful Kunstmeile Krems and the Landesgalerie Niederösterreich round off the overall artistic concept. Finally, you cross the listed steel truss bridge to Mautern. The town impresses with its exceptionally well-preserved buildings of the Roman fort Faviani and its ancient history. In the Roman Museum you can also admire exciting finds from times long thought forgotten. Thanks to its short distance and easy level of difficulty, the first stage of the Krems Valley ("Kremstal" in German) long-distance hiking trail is also suitable for all culture lovers who enjoy hiking.

Equipment We recommend the following equipment:Hiking bootsBackpackWeatherproof clothing (e.g., rain protection)HeadgearSunscreenSufficient provisions (water, snack)Hiking map of the Kremstal-Danube long-distance trail and/or mobile route planner
Route description The stage starts in the center of Krems at Hoher Markt and leads westward, past the high medieval city castle “Gozzoburg” and the parish church of St. Veit, also called the “Cathedral of the Wachau.” We go left down into Obere Landstraße and then right towards Steiner Tor. At Steiner Tor, part of the former city wall and today’s landmark of Krems, we leave the pedestrian zone. We walk along the city park, over Schiller- and Und-Straße past the UND monastery and the former Capuchin monastery, to the Kunstmeile Krems and the 2019 opened Lower Austria State Gallery, the architectural cube. At the end of Steiner Landstraße, we reach the Danube embankment. Over the listed steel truss bridge, the “Mautern Bridge,” we reach the Roman town Mautern on the southern Danube bank, where the stage ends at Mautern town hall.
Parking In the parking garages of Krems city center. Please note the paid short-term parking system with zones in the city centers of Krems and Stein. More information can be found on the city of Krems homepage www.krems.gv.at
Getting there From Vienna via the A22 and the S5 to KremsFrom the A1 West motorway from St. Pölten via the S33 to KremsFrom the A1 West motorway to Melk and on the B3 to Krems (through the Wachau).
Public transport From Vienna (Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof) to Krems: travel time: approx. 1 hourFrom St. Pölten (Westbahn) to Krems: travel time: approx. 30-45 minutes From Linz: Westbahn to St. Pölten, then regional train to KremsÖBB timetable inquiryTimetable inquiry Verkehrsregion Ostregion VORWestbahn timetable
Editor’s tip Be sure to include a visit to the Kunstmeile Krems with the newly opened Lower Austria State Gallery in 2019 when in Krems.Mautern on the Danube – the gateway to the Wachau – offers a spectacular view of the well-preserved buildings of the Roman fort FAVIANIS. The Roman Museum Mautern in the Baroque granary in Mautern displays many finds that testify to the long presence of the Romans.

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Current weather in Krems an der Donau

3° to 13°

Today, 04.03.2026

Fog

Wind speed1,2 km/h

2° to 13°

Tomorrow, 05.03.2026

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Wind speed1,5 km/h

All information about the stages can be found at www.kremstal.at . The "Kremstal-Donau long-distance hiking trail" hiking map can be requested free of charge from Donau NÖ Tourismus GmbH by telephone on 02713-30060-60 or downloaded from the brochure shop at www.donau.com/brochure will.

Letzte Änderung: 25 Feb 2026