Description
The last stage of the Kremstal-Danube long-distance hiking trail is characterized by picturesque nature, impressive castle ruins, and finally urban flair, promising pure variety. The starting point is the wine town of Senftenberg, whose castle ruin already offers a worthwhile detour – the magnificent view over the Kremstal convincingly proves this. Through tranquil forests and steep vineyard terraces, the hike continues via Imbach with its splendid Gothic parish church to another highlight: the Rehberg ruin. Past the Kuhberg and the guesthouse Schwarzalm, the route finally leads to Krems, the tour's destination. There, the cultural offerings invite you to linger: the Kunstmeile Krems, the Wine Experience World Winemakers Krems, or the Lower Austria State Gallery guarantee true cultural pleasures. For those who prefer culinary enjoyment, the many gastronomic establishments in town offer the perfect opportunity to conclude the hike comfortably.
Starting point of the tour
Senftenberg, municipal office
Destination point of the tour
Krems, Hoher Markt
Route description Long-distance trail Kremstal-Danube 15: Senftenberg - Krems
Via the Upper and Lower Market, continue to Schulgasse, where we turn left and walk up to the parish church of Senftenberg. Once at the top, you shouldn't hesitate to take the 10-minute detour to the remarkable Senftenberg ruin with its magnificent view. Afterwards, it goes back down, above the well-known Ried Ehrenfels, past the Nigl winery. We cross the main road and also cross the Krems river via the footbridge, then hike through the district of Hofstatt to Imbach. Worth seeing is the parish church, which is less than 5 minutes off the route. The path continues along a quiet footpath on the right riverbank, leading us to Krems-Rehberg. There, turn right, going under the Rehberg ruin and past the church, then over the vineyard Partschen to the Alauner Landesstraße. This leads us in a southeastern direction through the vineyards Kühberg and Spiegel. Passing the guesthouse Schwarzalm with a wonderful view of the Danube, through the Armesündergraben down through the vineyard Wachtberg, we reach the stage destination Hoher Markt in Krems.
