Hikeleader Peter Jirak

Class B 5, moderate pace

Sunday, 8 May 2016: Dürnstein - Weißenkirchen, Welterbesteig Wachau

Description: This spectacular section of the Welterbesteig Wachau leads us along the northern slopes of the Wachau valley. Historic paths will take us to unforgettable viewing points. During our varied walking tour we will pass steep rocks and stroll over soft hills and through fragrant vineyards.

Route: Dürnstein (209 m) – castle ruins – Fesslhütte hut – Jägerberg (540 m) – Schildhütten (339 m), Heuriger Pomassl wine tavern (available only wine and water) – panoramic trail Achleiten – Weißenkirchen (224 m)

Map: Wachau Trail map 1:35 000; ÖK25V 4317-Ost and -West

Meet: 7:45 am. Wien Spittelau railway station /U4 U6 near ticket machines. Einfach-Raus-Ticket: 2-5 persons for € 45, – a day. Please group by five and buy it together. REX train dep. 8:08 am. to Krems/Donau arr. 9:14/Bus WL 1 dep. 9:18 to Dürnstein Parkplatz Ost arr. 9:35.

Return: 7 pm. Wien Spittelau

Cost: About € 15, – train and bus fare

Registration: By Friday, 6 May

Note: Equipment according to weather forecast, light hiking boots, weather-proof jacket, hiking poles if you need them, rain gear, snacks and drinks; don’t forget your camera!

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