A message in a bottle washed ashore in Nibelungengau. It contains a treasure map to the secrets hidden in the wonderful and varied natural landscape of the region north and south of the Danube between Pöchlarn and Ybbs or Leiben and Persenbeug-Gottsdorf, waiting to be discovered.
The treasure hunt takes you on a journey through time, to new discoveries with the best views, and allows you to get to know the people of the region, their history, traditions and zeitgeist. All treasures can be easily explored via long-distance and circular hiking trails and, in particular, by bicycle.
On two wheels to the treasures of the Nibelungengau
The Nibelungengau region is a real highlight for cycling enthusiasts and can be actively explored on the Schatz Tours. Whether you are sporty and ambitious or just enjoy leisurely rides, cycling here is more than just a means of transport: it is an experience for all the senses. Three themed cycle tours take you to special highlights in the region.
The most beautiful discoveries in the Nibelungengau region
Whether it's "food & drink", "culture & adventure" or "nature & exercise" – the 31 treasures in the Nibelungengau offer variety and countless combinations for eventful days. Each stop invites you to immerse yourself in regional specialities, hidden stories and scenic highlights.
Enjoyment & Accommodation
The Nibelungengau invites you to enjoy yourself and linger: selected culinary highlights, regional specialities and warm hosts make the region a place where you immediately feel at home. Charming accommodation – from cosy guesthouses to stylish B&Bs – provides the ideal setting for restful nights and enjoyable days.
From the Henzing observation tower with its sweeping views over the Danube Valley to the refreshing bathing spots in Weitenegg, from the panoramic Rindfleischberg mountain to the idyllic hiking trails in the Schwarzautal valley and the impressive Steinbachklamm gorge – the Nibelungengau region offers nature and exercise in all its facets.
The Nibelungengau is a place where history comes alive and discoveries await around every bend. Here you will encounter epoch-making stories and legendary sites that have fascinated people for centuries. At the same time, the landscape invites you to seek out exciting things to do – whether on historical themed trails, on excursions to castles and sacred treasures, or on active adventures in nature. Culture and experience combine here to create an incomparable mix that arouses curiosity and leaves lasting impressions.
