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Long-distance hiking trail Nibelungengau 5: Leiben - Emmersdorf (feeder to/from Wachau World Heritage Trail)

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  • Hiking on the long-distance trail Nibelungengau
    Hiking on the long-distance trail Nibelungengau
    Photo: Donau Niederösterreich / Klaus Engelmayer

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    From Europaschloss Leiben high on the rock back and over the Danube to Pöchlarn. The city praised in the Nibelungenlied reveals an exciting cultural history.
    moderate
    Distance 11.1 km
    3:00 h
    232 m
    294 m
    363 m
    207 m
    The stage starts at Europaschloss Leiben and goes through Weinzierl over the "Henzing". Then along the road to Urfahr where the federal road is crossed. Then it follows the Danube cycle path towards the Melk Danube power station. Here the long-distance hiking trail Nibelungengau and the Wachau World Heritage Trail meet. It continues past Luberegg Castle to Rantenberg and Emmersdorf.

    Author’s recommendation

    Enjoy the wonderful views of the Danube valley at Leiben and the atmosphere directly on the Danube. From the Melk Danube power station you also have a direct view of Melk Abbey. In Emmersdorf or Melk you have the opportunity to take a boat trip to the Wachau.

    The long-distance hiking trail Nibelungengau is signposted and walkable in both directions.

    Event highlight in Nibelungengau:
    Combine your hiking holiday with the summer solstice celebration "Fire Magic in Nibelungengau" in June.  Celebrate on the Danube bank in one of the Nibelungengau communities or on board a ship.

     

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    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Experience
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    Highest point
    363 m
    Lowest point
    207 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 62.10%Dirt road 7.74%Forested/wild trail 20.16%Path 6.42%Road 3.46%Unknown 0.10%
    Asphalt
    6.9 km
    Dirt road
    863 m
    Forested/wild trail
    2.2 km
    Path
    716 m
    Road
    386 m
    Unknown
    11 m
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    Safety information

    Please note the following tips and information to make your hiking holiday a great experience:
    ·         Stay on the marked trails.
    ·         Wear mountain/hiking boots.
    ·         Use hiking poles.
    ·         Rainwear is always advisable.
    ·         Take the hiking map with you.
    ·         Carry enough drinking water.
    ·         Please do not leave your rubbish on the trail.
    ·         Respect the sensitive habitats of plants and animals.

    We would like to point out that mountain biking and horseback riding are generally prohibited on the long-distance hiking trail Nibelungengau in the forest and on private forest roads. Using the suggested routes is at your own risk and responsibility.

    Tips and suggestions

    For easy and convenient planning of routes, the Wachau-Nibelungengau-Kremstal app is recommended. Simply download for Android or iPhone.

    Excursion tips along the route:
    Europaschloss Leiben, Wachau Donkey Adventure, Melk Abbey

    Dining options along the route:
    Leiben, Emmersdorf or Melk

    More sights in Nibelungengau:
    Visitor power station Ybbs-Persenbeug, Peace Museum Erlauf, Oskar Kokoschka Centre Pöchlarn, Artstetten Castle, Basilica Maria Taferl

    Event tips:
    Numerous sporting activities take place in and around Leiben, such as the Dirtrun woidwetza. All events and happenings of the Nibelungengau region and surroundings can be found here.

    All available advertising materials for Nibelungengau can be found here or browse the Nibelungengau travel guide online.

    Public transport

    Travel by ÖBB to Melk train station - timetable query. From the station you can reach Leiben by postbus - timetable information.

    We recommend traveling by car as public transport does not cover a seamless connection.

    Directions

    Leiben is accessible via the A1 West motorway, Pöchlarn exit. Take the 1st exit at the roundabout at the exit, after about 1 km turn left towards the Danube bridge. Cross the bridge, then keep right on Wachauerstraße (B3) to Ebersdorf. Turn left in the village to Leiben.

    Coming from Krems or Grein via Wachauerstraße (B3) to Ebersdorf and turn off in the village to Leiben.

    Parking

    Parking is possible at Europaschloss Leiben or in the town of Emmersdorf.

    Coordinates

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    48.243706, 15.283400
    DMS
    48°14'37.3"N 15°17'00.2"E
    UTM
    33U 521040 5343426
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    Get there by train, car, bike, or on foot!

    Author’s map recommendations

    You can obtain the Nibelungengau hiking map from Donau Niederösterreich Tourismus GmbH or the Nibelungengau communities. Descriptions of the routes including GPS tracks for download can be found at www.nibelungengau.at. The long-distance hiking trail Nibelungengau is signposted and walkable in both directions.

    Equipment

    Hiking boots, backpack, hiking map and/or mobile route planner, weatherproof clothing (e.g. rain protection), headgear, sun protection, first aid kit, possible flashlight, sufficient provisions (water, snacks)

    A comprehensive equipment list can be found here.

    Localization

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

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    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    11.1 km
    Duration
    3:00 h
    Ascent
    232 m
    Descent
    294 m
    Highest point
    363 m
    Lowest point
    207 m
    Multi-stage route Scenic Refreshment stops available

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