Ruins of Senftenberg Castle – Jaidhof Castle loop from Krems an der Donau

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Austria

Lower Austria

Ruins of Senftenberg Castle – Jaidhof Castle loop from Krems an der Donau

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Ruins of Senftenberg Castle – Jaidhof Castle loop from Krems an der Donau

04:17

83.0km

1,120m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 10, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 82.1 km for 57 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.57 km

Ruins of Senftenberg Castle

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Sandwiched between the river and the rocks, it is quiet - during the week the traffic is manageable.

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12.6 km

Rock formation by the wayside

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As if from nowhere, these huge rocks suddenly appear between trees and bushes on the side of the road. It's always amazing what surprises nature offers.

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21.3 km

Jaidhof Castle

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Beautifully prepared castle complex! A short stop always pays off

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30.4 km

Camp bridge with view to Krumau Castle

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The castle is beautifully situated! It is worth taking some time.

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35.8 km

Dobra Reservoir and Castle Ruins

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Beautiful section of the route along the Dobra Reservoir! 🤗

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60.1 km

Fountain with drinking water tap

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Somewhat hidden on the outer wall of the fountain - a good opportunity to fill up with water before heading up to the Waldviertel or downhill towards Krems, where warmer temperatures are always waiting.

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74.6 km

View of the Senftenberg Castle ruins over the vineyards

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The Senftenberg ruins are a popular destination for cycling tours, especially because of their location above the picturesque vineyards in the Krems Valley. From the cycle path you have a …

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80.6 km

Krems

Lake

82.1 km

Steiner Gate, Krems

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The Steiner Gate is the landmark of Krems and only the last remaining of the four former city gates.

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83.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

69.4 km

6.71 km

3.45 km

2.34 km

1.16 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

80.7 km

1.35 km

941 m

108 m

Elevation

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Highest point (680 m)

Lowest point (200 m)

Weather

Saturday 17 October

19°C

7°C

6 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 9.0 km/h

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Comments

March 1, 2026,Von der Donau zu den Kampstauseen 🏞🚴‍♀️

The first 100km ride of the year, and perfectly timed with the start of meteorological spring. Initially, the weather was even ideal – pure sunshine. Unfortunately, as the day progressed, the forecast proved accurate. Clouds rolled in, the Kamp lakes appeared dark and deserted beneath the thick clouds, and the castles and ruins seemed menacing. But somehow, it had its …

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