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Waldviertel

Bezirk Krems

Weißenkirchen in der Wachau

View from Kügerlwand – Forest Ridge Trail loop from Schildhütten

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Waldviertel

Bezirk Krems

Weißenkirchen in der Wachau

View from Kügerlwand – Forest Ridge Trail loop from Schildhütten

Moderate

4.8

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211

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View from Kügerlwand – Forest Ridge Trail loop from Schildhütten

02:24

7.88km

270m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: March 4, 2026

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Restaurant

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2.88 km

View of Weißenkirchen and Vineyards

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3.63 km

View of Weißenkirchen and the Danube

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Last look at Weißenkirchen and the surrounding area

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5.07 km

View from Kügerlwand

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From the Kügerlwand viewpoint you can enjoy wonderful views from St. Michael to Göttweig Abbey.

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5.23 km

Path Through the Wachau Vineyards

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Here you can literally breathe in the Wachau. One of the most beautiful hiking sections on the World Heritage Trail!

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5.62 km

Rest area with a view of the Wachau and the Danube

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Rest area with a view of Weißenkirchen in der Wachau and the Danube Valley.

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5.69 km

View of the Wachau vineyards and Danube River memorial cross

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There are many stone steps running up between the vineyards. They are primarily used by the winegrowers in this steep terrain.

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6.52 km

Forest Ridge Trail

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Single trail through the cool forest, worn-out areas are secured with ropes. The more or less straight climb is a small challenge.

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7.88 km

End point

Restaurant

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.64 km

2.71 km

531 m

Surfaces

5.12 km

1.07 km

942 m

581 m

159 m

Elevation

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Highest point (480 m)

Lowest point (250 m)

Weather

Tuesday 26 May

28°C

13°C

15 %

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View from Kügerlwand – Forest Ridge Trail loop from Schildhütten

View of Weißenkirchen and Vineyards

View of Weißenkirchen and the Danube

View from Kügerlwand

Path Through the Wachau Vineyards

Rest area with a view of the Wachau and the Danube

View of the Wachau vineyards and Danube River memorial cross

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