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Obernzell

Welcome to Obernzell, a picturesque destination in the district of Passau, Germany. This charming village is located directly on the Danube and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

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Attractions in Obernzell


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recommended route Difficulty difficult Stage 2
Distance 23.3 km
Duration 8:00 h
Ascent 694 m
Descent 703 m

Donausteig—simply amazing! On this stage, we follow the forested breakthrough valley of the upper Danube—partly along the mighty Danube stream, ...

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from WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH,   WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH
recommended route Difficulty moderate Multi-day route
Distance 381.4 km
Duration 25:50 h
Ascent 345 m
Descent 496 m

Cycle path along the Danube from Passau to Vienna

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ARGE Donau
recommended route Difficulty moderate Stage 1
Distance 61.7 km
Duration 4:15 h
Ascent 99 m
Descent 122 m

Handbike tour with light electric assistance along the Danube Cycle Path from Passau to Vienna in 5 stages. One section involves taking the ...

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from Gerda Pamler,   alpenvereinaktiv.com
Bicycle Rides · Danube Upper Austria
Donaulimes World Heritage Route: Complete Tour
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 83.5 km
Duration 5:45 h
Ascent 176 m
Descent 176 m

Stage 1: Donaulimes – In the Realm of the Romans Stage 2: Donaulimes – In the Land of the "Barbarians"

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from Donauregion Oberösterreich,   WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH
Mountain Bike · Bavarian Forest
Trans Bayerwald - Northern Route
recommended route Difficulty S1 difficult
Distance 365.1 km
Duration 40:00 h
Ascent 7,415 m
Descent 7,378 m

From Passau through the Bavarian Forest National Park via the Great Arber to Furth im Wald.

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from Bayerischer Wald,   Tourismusverband Ostbayern
Long Distance Cycling · Upper Austria
Day 1 from Passau to Schlögen
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 39.7 km
Duration 2:40 h
Ascent 9 m
Descent 21 m

On the first day of your cycling trip on the Danube cycle path Passau Vienna, you cycle about 40 km from Passau along the northern bank of the ...

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from Dr. Otto Schlappack,   Fasten-Tour GmbH
recommended route Difficulty S0 moderate
Distance 50.2 km
Duration 5:15 h
Ascent 730 m
Descent 388 m

The first stage of the northern route of the Trans Bayerwald is the ideal introduction to the Bavarian Forest.

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from Bayerischer Wald,   Tourismusverband Ostbayern
Mountain Bike · Bavarian Forest
Trans Bayerwald - southern route
recommended route Difficulty S1 difficult
Distance 414.5 km
Duration 45:00 h
Ascent 7,858 m
Descent 7,857 m

In 8 day stages from Passau heading north along the German/Czech border through part of the national park to Rabenstein, then south over Eging am ...

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from Bayerischer Wald,   Tourismusverband Ostbayern
recommended route Difficulty difficult Stage 1
Distance 27 km
Duration 9:00 h
Ascent 817 m
Descent 827 m

Donausteig - simply amazing! This stage takes us from the three-river city of Passau first over the rural high plateau of the Bavarian Forest, then ...

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from WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH,   WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH
Hiking Trail · Bavarian Forest
Wide views over the Erlau valley
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.7 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 340 m
Descent 340 m

High-altitude paths and romantic spots in stream valleys make this hike a nature experience. In summer, a natural outdoor pool invites you to swim.

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Obernzell is known for its beautiful location on the river as well as for its historic architecture. Tourist attractions include the 12th century Obernzell Castle and the baroque parish church of St. Nikolaus.

Cultural highlights include the annual cultural festival "Donautal aktiv" with concerts, theatre performances and art exhibitions, as well as the traditional folk festival in summer.

For culinary specialities, be sure to try local specialities such as liver dumpling soup or roast pork. There are also many cosy cafés and restaurants along the Danube where you can enjoy local wines.

Outdoors, you can enjoy various activities - hiking through the Bavarian Forest, cycling along the Danube Cycle Path or canoeing on the Danube itself. The best time of year for this is from May to September.

If it rains, we recommend a visit to the local museum "Hofmarkmuseum", which offers insights into the history of Obernzell, or simply relax with a cup of tea in a riverside café.

The most beautiful area in Obernzell is undoubtedly along the riverside promenade overlooking the majestic stream as well as the magnificent panorama of mountains and forests surrounding the village.

Overall, Obernzell is definitely worth a visit and a great destination for anyone who loves nature, culture and culinary delights. We hope this guide will help you plan your trip!

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Reviews

  • July 18, 2025
    Stefan Dittlmann
    Wirklich erlebnisreicher Weg, teils ähnlich einem Steig. Da Hin- und Rückweg gleich sind, kann man selbst die Länge nach Belieben/Zeit bestimmen. Ab der Überquerung der Straße Kellberg-Rothenkreuz wird's etwas breiter.
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    Written July 18, 2025
    Hiking Trail
    Wild Erlau Valley
  • May 31, 2025
    flo raith
    Vergleiche die Wegbeschreibung von Herrn Zoder
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    Written May 31, 2025
  • April 22, 2020
    Reinhold Bürgermeister 
    landschaftlich sehr reizvoll
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    Written April 22, 2020
    Hiking Trail
    Obernzell Kohlbachtal
  • April 21, 2020
    Reinhold Bürgermeister 
    schöne Flusslandschaft - schöne Aussichtspunkte
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    Written April 21, 2020
  • June 26, 2019
    Tom Keppler
    Der Tip vom Tourismusbuero die Etappe in zwei Abschnitten zu gehen war goldrichtig ;))
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    Written June 26, 2019
  • June 26, 2019
    Tom Keppler
    Anspruchsvolle Genusswanderung mit Uebernachtung in Kellberg. Die schlechte Beschilderung wird durch freundliche Waldarbeiter wett gemacht ;)
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    Passau/Inn
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    Written June 26, 2019
  • April 27, 2017
    Evi M.
    Sehr schöne, abwechslungsreiche Tour. Da wir uns erhofft hatten, dass der Weg (wie der Name es schon sagt) an der Donau entlang führt, wurden wir leider enttäuscht: die Donau lässt sich auf der gesamten Route nur wenige kurze Male blicken. Die Beschilderung ist mal sehr gut, dann wiederum längere Zeit gar nicht vorhanden, wir haben uns einige Male kurz verlaufen und mussten uns immer wieder an der Wegbeschreibenden dieser App orientieren. Aufgrund der Länge und vielen steilen Steigungs- und Gefällstücken ist definitiv Ausdauer gefordert. (Man kann die Tour an einigen Stellen abbrechen und mit dem Bus zum Ziel fahren). Dennoch ist die Strecke sehr schön und hat einiges zu bieten! Passau und Oberzell sind eindeutig sehenswert und kommen in der Wanderung eindrucksvoll zur Geltung :).
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    Written April 27, 2017
  • April 27, 2017
    Karl Hoffmann
    April 24, 2017
    Großartige Runde mit großen Panoramen und einer wilden Schlucht in unberührter natürlicher Flusslandschaft.
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    Im Erlaugrund
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    Written April 27, 2017
  • May 15, 2016
    Sylvia Top
    Abwechslungsreicher, wildromantischer Weg entlang der stillgelegten Bahnstrecke. Sehr empfehlenswert!
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    Erlautal
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    Written May 15, 2016
  • January 23, 2016
    Hartmut Widmann
    Schöne Tour bei der Ausdauer gefordert wird. Lohnt sich!
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    Written January 23, 2016
  • August 02, 2014
    flo Rait
    August 01, 2014
    Nur Teile gegangen, aber eben die wichtigsten entlang der Erlau: Unberührtes Naturflusstal, in dem die Erlau die letzten Ausläufer des Bayerwaldgranits durchbricht. Interessant sind die Kunstbauten der Eisenbahn. So hat man um 1900 die Linie der Natur angepasst. Auch geschichtlich ist hier einiges Interessante gegeben: Das heutige E-Werk in der Holzschleife war früher Lieferant von Holzschliff für die Papiermühle in Erlau (heutige Sumidawerke). Geht man um das Gebäude herum, kann man durch ein Fenster die Francisturbine sehen.
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    Durchbruch
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    Turbine Holzschleife
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    Erlaubrücke
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    Written August 02, 2014

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