Treasures in the Nibelungengau

Message in a bottle from the Nibelungengau

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.

©© Robin Uthe

Ein inspirierendes Atelier, in dem die Kreativität des Künstlers Daniel Domaika lebendig wird. Die Wände sind mit kraftvollen Botschaften geschmückt, die den Betrachter dazu einladen, die guten Zeiten zu genießen und die Schönheit der Umgebung zu entdecken. — ©© Niederösterreich Werbung/Ian Ehm

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.

©Robert Herbst
- DifficultyModerate
- Distance46,30 km
Panorama Treasure Tour
Cycling tour Starting from Marbach on the Danube
©Franziska Consolati
- DifficultyModerate
- Distance54,77 km
- Duration3:55 h
Nature Treasure Tour
Cycling tour Starting from Marbach on the Danube
©Donau NÖ Tourismus/Klaus Engelmayer
- DifficultyModerate
- Distance37,73 km
- Duration2:40 h
Danube Treasure Tour (short)
Cycling tour Starting from Ybbs on the Danube, Danube bank
©Stefan Fürtbauer
- DifficultyModerate
- Distance49,27 km
- Duration3:25 h
Danube Treasure Tour Medium
Cycling tour Starting from Ybbs on the Danube, Danube waterfront
©Donau NÖ Tourismus/Klaus Engelmayer
- DifficultyModerate
- Distance59,91 km
- Duration4:15 h
Danube Treasure Tour (long)
Cycling tour Starting from Ybbs on the Danube, Danube promenade
©Donau Niederösterreich/Robin Uthe
- DifficultyModerate
- Distance34,14 km
- Duration2:30 h
Kultur-Schatz-Tour
Cycling tour

The most beautiful discoveries in the Nibelungengau region

Whether it's "food & drink", "culture & adventure" or "nature & exercise" – the 30 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.

©weinfranz
Danube Lodge Ybbs
Wiener Str. 15, 3370 Ybbs an der Donau
©Hotel Schachner_MIKU Media
Hotel Schachner
Nr. 24, 3672 Maria Taferl
©Robert Herbst
Opening hoursCheck opening hours
Café-Konditorei Braun
Marktstraße 20, 3671 Marbach an der Donau
©Niederösterreich Werbung/thecreatingclick.com
Opening hoursCheck opening hours
Gasthof Zum Goldenen Löwen
Maria Taferl 6, 3672 Maria Taferl
©Familie Braun
Opening hoursCheck opening hours
Café Maria Theresia
Maria Taferl 9, 3672 Maria Taferl
©Robert Herbst
Opening hoursCheck opening hours
MAXIMAHL-Das Wirtshaus
Schiffmeisterplatz 6, 3370 Ybbs an der Donau
©Engel
Landgasthof "Zur schönen Wienerin"
Marktstraße 1, 3671 Marbach an der Donau
©Niederösterreich Werbung/Daniela Führer
Opening hoursCheck opening hours
Langer Erlauf
Marktplatz 9, 3253 Erlauf
©Niederösterreich Werbung/Daniela Führer
Opening hoursCheck opening hours
Wirtshaus Gruber Weitenegg
Weitenegg 10, 3652 Weitenegg
©Robert Herbst
Opening hoursCheck opening hours
BEE BAR
Bienenparkweg 3, 3660 Klein-Pöchlarn
©Schlossgasthof Artstetten
Hotel Restaurant Schlossgasthof Artstetten
Schlossstraße 2, 3661 Artstetten

Nature & Exercise

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.

©© Niederösterreich Werbung/Stefan Fuertbauer (www.stefanfuertbauer.com)
Opening hoursCheck opening hours
Weitenegg bathing lake
Weitenegg, 3652 Leiben
©© Donau Niederösterreich/Robin Uthe
Opening hoursCheck opening hours
Danube.Time out.Meadow
Kirchenplatz 1, 3380 Pöchlarn
©© Niederösterreich Werbung/Ian Ehm
Opening hoursCheck opening hours
Persenbeug-Gottsdorf Bike Arena
Kirchenstraße 34, 3680 Persenbeug

Culture & Adventure

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.