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Kremstal-Donau long-distance trail 12: Droß - Senftenberg (shortcut)

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    Quiet forests and idyllic landscapes characterize the stage Droß – Senftenberg. Especially nature lovers seeking peace can wonderfully unwind here and enjoy the scenery.
    easy
    Distance 4.6 km
    1:20 h
    109 m
    238 m
    451 m
    244 m

    The stage from Droß to Senftenberg passes through breathtaking landscapes. Walking through picturesque forest and meadow sections, you experience a uniquely "grounding" break. Even at the starting point of the route, a first stop is worthwhile. Here, the Fatima pilgrimage church, Droß Castle, and the castle chapel St. Georg rise and invite exploration. Afterwards, you continue through quiet nature to the Poberkreuz, where the Kremstal-Donau long-distance trail can be shortened towards Senftenberg. Once at the destination, a trip to the fortified church St. Andreas or the Senftenberg castle ruins is also worthwhile. From there, a breathtaking view of the surrounding vineyard terraces opens up. Thus, the nature-oriented hike can be pleasantly rounded off with a view into the greenery.

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    High above the village, the Senftenberg Castle Ruins tower in the Kremstal valley. It is the emblem of the idyllic wine village of the same name and offers a magnificent view of the vineyard terraces where the typical Urgesteinsriesling grows. There is much to explore at the castle ruins, and many stories surround the centuries-old structure.

    With the online wine tavern calendar, you can find out which wine tavern is open!

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    Difficulty
    easy
    Overall difficulty
    easy

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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    Highest point
    451 m
    Lowest point
    244 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 20.79%Forested/wild trail 45.32%Path 15.25%Road 18.62%
    Asphalt
    965 m
    Forested/wild trail
    2.1 km
    Path
    708 m
    Road
    865 m
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    Safety information

    Please observe the following tips and notes to make your hiking holiday an enjoyable experience:

    • Stay on the marked paths and wear mountain/hiking boots
    • Please do not leave your rubbish on the trail
    • Bring sufficient provisions (water/snack) with you
    • Take the hiking map with you or use the free hiking app
    • Respect the sensitive habitats of plants and wildlife

      Use of the suggested routes is at your own risk and responsibility.

    Tips and suggestions

    All information about the stages can be found at www.kremstal.at . The "Kremstal-Donau long-distance hiking trail" hiking map can be requested free of charge from Donau NÖ Tourismus GmbH by telephone on 02713-30060-60 or downloaded from the brochure shop at www.donau.com/brochure will.

    Public transport

    Droß is accessible by train and bus.

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    Directions

    From Vienna: via A22 and S5, B 37 to Droß

    From the west: A1 and S33, B37 to Droß

    Parking

    Parking lot at the Droß municipal office

    Coordinates

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    48.464414, 15.572699
    DMS
    48°27'51.9"N 15°34'21.7"E
    UTM
    33U 542335 5368078
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    Equipment

    • Hiking boots
    • Backpack
    • Weatherproof clothing (e.g. rain protection)
    • Headgear
    • Sun protection
    • Sufficient provisions (water, snack)
    • Hiking map of the Kremstal-Donau long-distance trail and/or mobile route planner

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    Parts of this content were machine translated using German as the source language

    Difficulty
    easy
    Overall difficulty
    easy

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    4.6 km
    Duration
    1:20 h
    Ascent
    109 m
    Descent
    238 m
    Highest point
    451 m
    Lowest point
    244 m
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