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Melk's town square forms the historic and vibrant center of the town. Surrounded by well-preserved house facades, cafés, and shops, it invites you to stroll and linger. Particularly striking is its proximity to Melk Abbey, which towers high above the square. As the town's central meeting place, the square regularly serves as the setting for markets, festivals, and cultural events, while also providing an ideal starting point for exploring the town and its surroundings.

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A lot of money has been invested in cyclist safety here. The construction of the cycle path under the road bridge over the Pielach River has eliminated an accident hotspot. Years ago, road crossings were required here. However, caution is advised; the road is confusing, and the center line is there for a reason! A little further toward Melk, another underpass was built, eliminating a bottleneck and diverting cyclists from the next road junction.

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Melk is a very beautiful place, where you can take a short break at two squares below the monastery. One of these is the town square, lined with historic buildings. Even while enjoying a cup of coffee, you can see the monastery, towering over the town. This spot isn't exactly an insider tip, but it's not that crowded early in the day. The town square in Melk – often called the Rathausplatz – forms the historic center of the Lower Austrian town and is located directly below the world-famous Melk Abbey. This square is not only an important urban hub, but also a lively meeting place with a long history. As early as the 16th century, an economic and social center developed here, which is still characterized by its striking Baroque facades. After several town fires in the 19th century, many buildings were redesigned, retaining or enhancing the Baroque style. In the center of the square is the Kolomani Fountain, originally created in 1687 for the Prelate's Court of the Abbey and moved to its current location in 1722. The statue depicts Saint Koloman, venerated as the patron saint of Melk. The fountain is now considered an important cultural monument of Lower Austria. A particularly distinctive building is the Old Town Hall, whose origins also date back to the 16th century. The current facade features Baroque design elements and houses, among other things, a bust of Abbot Alexander Karl, who played a key role in shaping Melk's townscape in the 19th century. Today, the town square is a car-free zone and invites you to linger with its cafés, small shops, and comfortable seating. It serves not only as a promenade but also as a starting point for sights such as Melk Abbey, the medieval city walls, or the paths down to the Danube. Markets and events are held here regularly, bringing the square to life and highlighting its historical setting. In its present form, Melk's town square impressively combines history, culture and modern city life – always dominated by the baroque abbey that towers above the old town.

A magical place! Quote: "As if its builders wanted to be a little closer to heaven: Melk Abbey is the most magnificent building in the Wachau. Everything here is splendor, and everything strives upwards. And the Danube flows below." That's right, that sums it up. An imposing, magnificent building, built in a prominent location. A visit is a MUST if you are in the region. Highly recommended, the experience will stay with you forever.

The pen is a very nice photo motif.

The Danube Valley in the Wachau region is an absolute highlight and rightly a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A tour through this area is an unforgettable experience: I've driven the route several times now and discover new impressions and perspectives with every trip. The combination of the Danube panorama, historical sites, and picturesque landscape makes the tour unique. Absolutely top-notch and highly recommended – an experience you simply have to have!