Long-distance trail Kremstal-Danube 03: Furth - Paudorf

Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 4,31 km
Duration: :hour h
Ascent: 231 m elevation gain
Descent: 186 m elevation gain

Whether idyllic Kremstal, baroque churches in a dreamlike mountain setting, or majestic sequoias – the stage Furth – Paudorf promises pure enjoyment of nature!

Starting point of the tour: Municipal office Furth near Göttweig
Tour destination: Paudorf town center, Cafe Koller

Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 4,31 km
Duration: :hour h
Ascent: 231 m elevation gain
Descent: 186 m elevation gain

Fitness level required:
2/6
Overall experience:
5/6
Scenery:
5/6

Lowest point211 m
Highest point416 m

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

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Description

The stage Furth – Paudorf offers a bit of everything: nature, history, wonder. Already the first section of the hike presents itself with an impressive panoramic view over the Danube and the Kremstal. But the UNESCO World Heritage Site Göttweig Abbey also impresses along the way. With its baroque architectural style and the special location on Göttweig Hill, the monastery creates a special atmosphere all its own. For another historical facet, a short detour to the highest point of the hill is also worthwhile. There lies the foundation of the church of St. George, built in the tenth century. The further route of the tour leads to Klein-Wien, past the filial church of St. Blasien with a picturesque mountain cemetery. Then the stage reaches its destination Paudorf. Another nature experience to conclude the hike awaits there: the forest educational trail with its impressive sequoias, which are unique in Austria for their size.

Equipment We recommend as equipment:hiking bootsbackpackweatherproof clothing (e.g. rain protection)headgearsun protectionadequate provisions (water, snacks)hiking map long-distance trail Kremstal-Danube and/or mobile tour planner
Route description From the Furth municipal office, we follow Obere Landstraße before turning right onto Villenweg, where the trail marking to the Benedictine Abbey Göttweig, the "Montecasino of Austria," already shows us the way. From here, the path steadily ascends slightly toward Göttweig Abbey. At the top, a detour to the north side of the abbey is rewarded with a magnificent view of the Danube, the Kremstal, and the Wachau. Our path, however, passes south and leads into Steinweg at the end of the parking lot, which runs along the southern slope of Göttweig Hill to Klein-Wien. Passing the Schickh Inn, we cross the tracks and immediately afterwards the main road before hiking up to the filial church. We must pass behind the church and cemetery and arrive on a quiet forest path at the first residential houses of Paudorf. We then continue along Untere Zellerstraße to Bahnhofstraße, turn left onto it, then right past the train stop to the playground, where we turn left again, passing the sports fields to the town center, the stage end.
Parking Furth train station
Getting there Arrival by car from Vienna via the A22 and S5 is about 70 km and takes about one hour.From Melk via the Wachau on the B3 it is about 40 km and 40 minutes driving time.The approach from St. Pölten via the S33 is about 35 km and a driving time of about 25 minutes should be calculated.
Public transport Furth is easily accessible by public transport by train or bus, as well as by car. No matter if you are coming from Vienna, St. Pölten, or via the Wachau.ÖBB Timetable queryPublic transport region Eastern Austria VOR timetable query Wachau lines
Editor’s tip The UNESCO World Heritage Site Benedictine Abbey Göttweig towers conspicuously on the eastern edge of the world-famous Wachau.A detour to the sequoias is worthwhile. (approx. 3.5 km round trip, walking time approx. 1 hour).

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Current weather in Furth bei Göttweig

3° to 9°

Today, 12.02.2026

Cloudy

Wind speed2,2 km/h

2° to 11°

Tomorrow, 13.02.2026

Cloudy

Wind speed4,1 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.