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The Top 20 Attractions in Lower Austria

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Lower Austria. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Lower Austria is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: December 15, 2025

Tulln Danube River Promenade

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Along the Danube through Tulln is a lasting experience, the figures of the Nibelungen saga and the fountains are just great, always worth a trip.

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Spitz on the Danube

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Spitz an der Donau is one of the most picturesque villages in the Wachau and an absolute must-see for every visitor to the region. It lies directly on the Danube …

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Melk Abbey

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The Benedictine monastery of Melk Abbey is located in Lower Austria near the town of Melk on the right bank of the Danube. As a symbol of the Wachau, it …

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Northern tip of the Danube Island

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Possibility to take a break at the northwest end or beginning of the Danube Island. Water point available for filling water bottles. The Eskimo ice cream parlor is also popular.

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Habsburgwarte on the Hermannskogel

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At 542 meters, the Hermannskogel is the highest mountain in Vienna. Located on the border with Lower Austria, it can be reached quickly from Döbling, Vienna's 19th district. It is …

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Wachau Vineyards Route

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The route, with moderate climbs, leads directly through the vineyards. The Danube flows some distance from the cycle path in this section, a little further down in the valley. A magnificent sight, with very, very beautiful scenery. 👌

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Troppberg Observation Tower

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If you are in the area, you should definitely go up to the control room. You have a great view in all directions.

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Greifenstein Power Plant

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Here you can switch between the variants of the Danube Cycle Path running on both banks. For road cyclists, the northern side is usually better in the summer, with fewer pedestrians, children, boats, and so on.

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Ruins of Dürnstein Castle

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The castle ruins were built above the town of the same name in Dürnstein in the 12th century. The castle is known thanks to a famous prisoner: The English King …

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Hubertus House, Hohe Wand

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You can reach the rustic Hubertushaus on the Hohe Wand mainly via the Springlessteig (via ferrata A), the much more difficult mountain association trail (via ferrata C/D) or an easy, …

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The Top 20 Attractions in Lower Austria

Tulln Danube River Promenade

Spitz on the Danube

Melk Abbey

Northern tip of the Danube Island

Habsburgwarte on the Hermannskogel

Wachau Vineyards Route

Troppberg Observation Tower

Greifenstein Power Plant

Ruins of Dürnstein Castle

Hubertus House, Hohe Wand

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Most popular routes in Lower Austria

Most popular attractions in Lower Austria

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