Bernhardiweg - Stage 4: Groß Gerungs - Zwettl Abbey

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Difficulty: Difficult
Distance: 35,60 km
Duration: 9:00 h
Ascent: 427 m elevation gain
Descent: 591 m elevation gain

Groß Gerungs - Etzen - Rosenau Castle - Zwettl - Zwettl Abbey

Starting point of the tour: Groß Gerungs
Tour destination: Zwettl Abbey

Difficulty: Difficult
Distance: 35,60 km
Duration: 9:00 h
Ascent: 427 m elevation gain
Descent: 591 m elevation gain

Fitness level required:
6/6
Overall experience:
5/6
Scenery:
5/6

Lowest point502 m
Highest point772 m

Stage tour

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Description

The Bernhardiweg is a pilgrimage route in the Waldviertel, Lower Austria, named after St. Bernhard of Clairvaux. It connects several historical and spiritual places and invites you to discover the rich history and scenic beauty of the region.

Equipment Sturdy footwear, functional clothing, sun and rain protection, map material, if necessary telescopic poles, first aid kit (blister plasters), sufficient provisions (snacks, muesli bars, fruit, water).
Route description Groß Gerungs - EtzenThe exact route description from Groß Gerungs to Etzen can be found here: https://www.zwalk.at/bernhardiweg-gross-gerungs-etzen/ Etzen - Rosenau CastleThe exact route description from Etzen to Rosenau Castle can be found here: https://www.zwalk.at/bernhardiweg-etzen-schloss-rosenau/ Rosenau Castle - Zwettl The exact route description from Rosenau Castle to Zwettl can be found here: https://www.zwalk.at/bernhardiweg-schloss-rosenau-zwettl/ Zwettl - Zwettl AbbeyThe exact route description from Zwettl to Zwettl Abbey can be found here: https://www.zwalk.at/bernhardiweg-zwettl-stift-zwettl/
Getting there Find the best and fastest way to the start point of the route using the route planner: https://www.google.at/maps
Public transport All information about all bus and train lines to the Waldviertel can be found at www.vor.at or at www.oebb.at.

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