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Spitz on the Danube – Spitz–Arnsdorf Cable Ferry loop from Dunkelsteinerwald

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Spitz on the Danube – Spitz–Arnsdorf Cable Ferry loop from Dunkelsteinerwald

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Spitz on the Danube – Spitz–Arnsdorf Cable Ferry loop from Dunkelsteinerwald

04:43

60.9km

1,420m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 12, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 42.6 km for 247 m

Open: • November-March, Monday-Friday: 6:15 AM-11:15 AM & 3:30 PM-6:00 PM • April, Monday-Friday: 6:15 AM-6:00 PM • April, Saturday & Sunday: 8:15 AM-6:00 PM • May-September, Monday-Friday: 6:15 AM-7:00 PM • May-September, Saturday-Sunday: 8:15 AM-7:30 PM • October, Monday-Friday: 6:15 AM-6:00 PM • October, Saturday-Sunday: 8:15 AM-6:00 PM (otherwise closed)

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Start point

Bus stop

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13.8 km

Bridge over the Pielach River

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Good connection Melk / Pielachtal cycle path, with beautiful river views.

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16.3 km

Danube Bridge in Emmersdorf

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From the Danube bridge you have a beautiful view of the very wide Danube.

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27.5 km

Zeissing Castle Ruins

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Former castle complex of the Kufsteiners. Landlords of the Spitz estate. First documented mention in 1274. You can see a renovated wing of the former castle.

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42.4 km

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 for any visitor to the region. It is located directly on the …

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42.5 km

Danube Ferry in Spitz

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The rolling ferry connects the towns of Spitz and Arnsdorf by water. Consisting of two interconnected hulls, the ferry has a carrying capacity of 20 tons.

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42.6 km

Spitz–Arnsdorf Cable Ferry

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The crossing is always a welcome change of pace and a memorable experience. Beautiful views of the Danube are an added bonus! The cable ferry in Spitz on the Danube …

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42.9 km

Food truck at the chain ferry to Spitz

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It is located directly on the cycle path (right bank) and can also be reached from Spitz via the ferry.

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45.7 km

View of Spitz an der Donau and St. Michael Church from the L7118

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Unpaved road L7118 from Mitterarnsdorf to Nesselstauden, which is little used by car traffic and is therefore pleasantly nice to drive on by bike, especially in warmer temperatures, due to …

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59.3 km

Schloss Gurhof

Castle

60.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

51.3 km

3.66 km

3.16 km

1.89 km

631 m

320 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

53.4 km

6.18 km

1.29 km

117 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (870 m)

Lowest point (200 m)

Weather

Tuesday 14 July

28°C

16°C

60 %

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Max wind speed: 5.0 km/h

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Spitz on the Danube – Spitz–Arnsdorf Cable Ferry loop from Dunkelsteinerwald

Bridge over the Pielach River

Danube Bridge in Emmersdorf

Zeissing Castle Ruins

Spitz on the Danube

Danube Ferry in Spitz

Spitz–Arnsdorf Cable Ferry

Food truck at the chain ferry to Spitz

View of Spitz an der Donau and St. Michael Church from the L7118

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