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Explorer route Dürnstein

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  • Inner courtyard in Dürnstein
    Inner courtyard in Dürnstein
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Map / Explorer route 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
    3:00 h
    256 m
    256 m
    353 m
    198 m

    This half-day hike allows you to discover Dürnstein and Loiben in all its facets with the help of 16 of the 23 audio guide stations on different paths.

    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).

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    easy
    Overall difficulty
    easy

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    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.

    Contact: Municipality of Dürnstein

    3601 Dürnstein No. 25, Tel: 02711 219, office@duernstein.gv.at

    Roadbook

    Follow the wayfinding system through Dürnstein and Loiben. It will surely show you the best path through the town and help you not to miss any highlights.

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    Public transport

    By Train & Bus:
    The nearest major train station is Krems an der Donau, which is served regularly by trains from Vienna, St. Pölten, and the Waldviertel. From the Krems train station, VOR regional buses run directly to Dürnstein several times a day. www.vor.at

    Wachaubahn (seasonal): During the season, the Wachaubahn runs between Krems and Emmersdorf and also stops in Dürnstein. www.wachaubahn.at

    By boat (seasonal):
    During the season, Dürnstein is also accessible by Danube river cruise—for example, on the DDSG Blue Danube from Krems or Melk.https://ddsg-blue-danube.at/

    Directions

    A1 to St. Pölten junction, continue on S33 to Krems or continue on B3 to Dürnstein.

    Parking

    Outside of Dürnstein at five large paid parking lots. The town center of Dürnstein is reachable within 5 - 10 minutes on foot.

    Coordinates

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    48.390460, 15.522334
    DMS
    48°23'25.7"N 15°31'20.4"E
    UTM
    33U 538668 5359831
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    Difficulty
    easy
    Overall difficulty
    easy

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    10.7 km
    Duration
    3:00 h
    Ascent
    256 m
    Descent
    256 m
    Highest point
    353 m
    Lowest point
    198 m
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