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Innenhof in Dürnstein
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This hike offers the full Wachau experience. Spectacular views, impressive sights, and authentic village centers surrounded by some of the best vineyards.
easy
Distance 10.7 km
Duration3:11 h
Ascent256 m
Descent256 m
Highest point353 m
Lowest point198 m
This half-day hike allows you to discover Dürnstein and Loiben in all their facets via 16 of a total of 23 audio guide stations on different paths.
Dürnstein, located at the foot of the steep cliff overlooking the Danube, belongs with its well-preserved medieval city wall to the most significant urban ensembles of Lower Austria. The old Kuenringer town, where tradition and beauty meet in a unique way, is an essential destination on the bank of the Danube.
Enjoy Wachau wines during your stay in a cozy wine tavern or in a shady garden of a restaurant.
Author’s recommendation
The highlights of the route:
Dürnstein Abbey, the baroque jewel and landmark of the Wachau
Dürnstein Ruins
Oberloiben as a typical wine-growing village
Wachau Saffron Manufactory at the train station
Domäne Wachau
Supported by the state and the European Union (LEADER).
Author
Wachau Nibelungengau-Kremstal
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Difficulty
easy
Overall difficulty
easy
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
353 m
Lowest point
198 m
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Tips and suggestions
In the Dürnstein city map and at the overview boards at the parking lots as well as at the train station, you will find a list of the best addresses and sights of Dürnstein and Loiben.
