Arguably the loveliest stretch of the entire Danube, the Wachau Valley between Krems and Melk has both riverbanks dotted with ruined castles and medieval towns, lined with terraced vineyards producing the famous Grüner Veltliner and Riesling wines. The bike hire network Nextbike allows easy cycling between villages, while boat trips navigate the dramatic gorge past Richard the Lionheart's prison castle at Dürnstein. Best in late September during the harvest.
Plan your walk around Dürnstein Castle
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