Wachau – Danube, Austria Five Day Walking Holiday
On this 5 day self guided break (8 day option also available) you experience, what some consider, the most beautiful area in the region. Walking through the Wachau area, above the route of the Danube, the mild climate and steep hills make it an ideal region for orchards and vineyards. On this hiking short break you will have the opportunity to taste plenty of wine and experience Austrian culture as you travel along the beautiful 'Blue Danube'
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2020 Dates Available
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Grade:
- Comfort: 3* & 4* hotels, Charm 4* some with Spa
- Start/Finish: Krems
- Distance: 22.5 miles (36km)
- Duration: 4 nights - 5 Days
- Availability: From April Until October
- Altitude: ↑ 5213 (1600 m) ↓ 5184ft (1584 m)
Day 1 - Individual Arrival in Krems.
Settle into your hotel before exploring the local area.
Day 2: Krems to Durnstein 'Vineyards'.
From Krems, walk up through vineyards to the tower with stunning views onto the blue Danube, the city of Krems and the impressive monastery of Gottweig. Cross the hills to the cosy Fesslhütte before reaching the Durnstein ruin. Set off on the trail again, heading for the banks of the river Danube.
Hotel example: Sänger Blondel
Hotel example charm: Gartenhotel Pfeffel
Approx. 4.5 hours - 12 km (7.5 miles) - ↑ 1673ft (510 m) ↓ 1640ft (500 m).
Day 3: Durnstein to Weibenkirchen, the Heart of Wachau.
Take the ferry from Durnstein to Rossatz. Set out along old tracks past the largest apricot growing area in Austria to Seekopf, where you can take a break to take in the stunning views of the Alps. There is an optional walk along the Danube through orchards to the ferry.
Approx. 5 hours - 7.5 miles (12 km) - ↑ 1607ft (490 m) ↓ 1575ft (480 m).
Hotel example: Raffelsberger Hof
Hotel example charm: Renaissancehotel Raffelsberger Hof
Day 4: Weibenkirchen to Spitz Via the Buschandlwand Observation Platform .
Set out along the wine trail leaving Weibenkirchen behind. Climb up to Seiber passing picturesque wine cellars before heading up through the forest which is quite steep at first to Buschandlwand. Here, an observation platform gives you stunning panorama views. An alternative route passes through vineyards to the famous wine growing community of Spitz an der Donau.
Approx. 4 to 5 hours - 7.5 miles (12 km) - ↑ 1969ft (600m) ↓ 1969ft (600m).
Hotel example: Goldenes Schiff
Hotel example charm: Gasthof Prankl
Day 5: Spitz to Krems
Return journey by boat from Spitz to Krems. During the cruise to Krems you pass the highlights of the week, with views to the vineyards, Durnstein and of course Krems. Individual departure.
Key Details:
- Five day, four night itinerary (8 day option also available).
- During this walking holiday you will walk approximately 3 to 5 hours each day.
- The entire distance of this walking holiday is approximately 37km / 23 miles.
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5-Day Tour: Return journey from Spitz to Krems by boat, departure in the early morning or in the late afternoon, included in the price.
There are lots of attractions and places to explore during your holiday in The Danube including:
- Discover the Danube River from high up on mountains ridges.
- The World Heritage Trail of Wachau
- Delicious Wine
- Culinary highlights
Getting to Krems:
By Rail – Eurostar and local trains to Krems. The station at Krems is a few minutes walk from the hotel. The website below will help plan your journey.
And the man in seat 61 is always helpful.
By Bus – Probably the easiest way is a bus from London to Vienna and then a local train to Krems. The websites below will help plan your journey.
By Car – From the UK, Austria can be reached by ferry or eurotunnel and the well-maintained motorways. The website below will help plan your journey.
Parking: Limited free parking spaces at the hotel. Public garage parking available for approx. EUR 20 per week, no reservation required.
By Air – There are a number of flights available from the UK to Vienna International Airport then by train from Vienna to Krems and a few minutes walk to the starting hotel.
For more information on getting to Austria please visit the Austrian Travel website.
- 4 overnight stays in booked hotel category, breakfast included
- If half board booked a minimum 3 course evening meal (sometimes outside the property)
- Luggage Transfers
- Wine Tasting Experience
-
Boat cruise from Spitz to Krems (only possible starting from mid-April, bus ride as an alternative)
- Route Sheets
- Detailed Documentation 1 per room (English, German or French)
- GPS Data available
- Service Hotline
- Lunch
- Ferry Crossings
- Bus fare from Aggsdorf to Melk, approx. EUR 6 per person
- Any visitor taxes
- Transport to and from Austria
Day 1 - Individual Arrival in Krems.
Settle into your hotel before exploring the local area.
Day 2: Krems to Durnstein 'Vineyards'.
From Krems, walk up through vineyards to the tower with stunning views onto the blue Danube, the city of Krems and the impressive monastery of Gottweig. Cross the hills to the cosy Fesslhütte before reaching the Durnstein ruin. Set off on the trail again, heading for the banks of the river Danube.
Hotel example: Sänger Blondel
Hotel example charm: Gartenhotel Pfeffel
Approx. 4.5 hours - 12 km (7.5 miles) - ↑ 1673ft (510 m) ↓ 1640ft (500 m).
Day 3: Durnstein to Weibenkirchen, the Heart of Wachau.
Take the ferry from Durnstein to Rossatz. Set out along old tracks past the largest apricot growing area in Austria to Seekopf, where you can take a break to take in the stunning views of the Alps. There is an optional walk along the Danube through orchards to the ferry.
Approx. 5 hours - 7.5 miles (12 km) - ↑ 1607ft (490 m) ↓ 1575ft (480 m).
Hotel example: Raffelsberger Hof
Hotel example charm: Renaissancehotel Raffelsberger Hof
Day 4: Weibenkirchen to Spitz Via the Buschandlwand Observation Platform .
Set out along the wine trail leaving Weibenkirchen behind. Climb up to Seiber passing picturesque wine cellars before heading up through the forest which is quite steep at first to Buschandlwand. Here, an observation platform gives you stunning panorama views. An alternative route passes through vineyards to the famous wine growing community of Spitz an der Donau.
Approx. 4 to 5 hours - 7.5 miles (12 km) - ↑ 1969ft (600m) ↓ 1969ft (600m).
Hotel example: Goldenes Schiff
Hotel example charm: Gasthof Prankl
Day 5: Spitz to Krems
Return journey by boat from Spitz to Krems. During the cruise to Krems you pass the highlights of the week, with views to the vineyards, Durnstein and of course Krems. Individual departure.
Key Details:
- Five day, four night itinerary (8 day option also available).
- During this walking holiday you will walk approximately 3 to 5 hours each day.
- The entire distance of this walking holiday is approximately 37km / 23 miles.
-
5-Day Tour: Return journey from Spitz to Krems by boat, departure in the early morning or in the late afternoon, included in the price.
There are lots of attractions and places to explore during your holiday in The Danube including:
- Discover the Danube River from high up on mountains ridges.
- The World Heritage Trail of Wachau
- Delicious Wine
- Culinary highlights
Getting to Krems:
By Rail – Eurostar and local trains to Krems. The station at Krems is a few minutes walk from the hotel. The website below will help plan your journey.
And the man in seat 61 is always helpful.
By Bus – Probably the easiest way is a bus from London to Vienna and then a local train to Krems. The websites below will help plan your journey.
By Car – From the UK, Austria can be reached by ferry or eurotunnel and the well-maintained motorways. The website below will help plan your journey.
Parking: Limited free parking spaces at the hotel. Public garage parking available for approx. EUR 20 per week, no reservation required.
By Air – There are a number of flights available from the UK to Vienna International Airport then by train from Vienna to Krems and a few minutes walk to the starting hotel.
For more information on getting to Austria please visit the Austrian Travel website.
- 4 overnight stays in booked hotel category, breakfast included
- If half board booked a minimum 3 course evening meal (sometimes outside the property)
- Luggage Transfers
- Wine Tasting Experience
-
Boat cruise from Spitz to Krems (only possible starting from mid-April, bus ride as an alternative)
- Route Sheets
- Detailed Documentation 1 per room (English, German or French)
- GPS Data available
- Service Hotline
- Lunch
- Ferry Crossings
- Bus fare from Aggsdorf to Melk, approx. EUR 6 per person
- Any visitor taxes
- Transport to and from Austria