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| Walking the Wachau | Ref: WAU005 |
| 8 days /7 nights | |
| Price: £490pp (based on 2 people sharing) | |
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| Distance: approx 32 miles | |
Travel
- Fly to Vienna, train or boat to Krems
Itinerary
Day 1:
Arrive at Krems
Day 2:
The vineyards start directly on the outskirts of the town. A climb takes you to a tremendous view over the Danube and Krems. Across the hills you walk to Dürnstein, where King Richard the Lionheart was held prisoner in the castle (now a ruin overlooking the river). Overnight in Dürnstein. 7.5 miles, 4.5 hours
Day 3:
From Dürnstein you cross the river by ferry to Rossatz. Walk through the largest apricot growing area of Austria on old tracks to Seekopf. An unsurpassed view to the Alps waits for you. Overnight in Weißenkirchen 7 miles, 5 hours
Day 4:
A rest day in Weißenkirchen to enjoy the sunny vineyards, green forests and the mighty gothic parish church.
Day 5:
A steady climb brings you up to Seiber and then on to Kuhberg and to the Buschandl. Descending you follow the Miesingbachgraben and later on through vineyards to Spitz. 7.5 miles, 5 hours
Day 6:
Cross the Danube by ferry and follow the Buchtal valley uphill. Shortly before you reach Maria Langegg you join the Austrian St. Jacob’s trail, which you follow up to the ruins of fortress Aggsbach. Visit the fortress with its gruesome past, with wonderful scenic viewpoints. 10 miles, 5.5 hours
Day 7:
Visit the monastery with a beautiful garden in Melk. Relax and enjoy the boat trip back to Krems, passing by the highlights of your tour Spitz, Dürnstein and Krems.
Day 8:
Individual Departure from Krems
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