--- title: Short hiking trip on the Danube trail url: "https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-angebot/detail/3246/donausteig-short-hiking-tour.html" description: 3-day hike from Sarmingstein to Grein and back. Organised hiking tour in Upper Austria including luggage transfer and hotels. date: 2017-02-22 modified: 2026-03-18 --- # Short hiking trip on the Danube trail Donausteig - short hiking tour ================================ St. Nikola an der Donau, Oberösterreich, Österreich 2 nights, Sarmingstein-Grein-Bad Kreuzen-Sarmingstein, 52 km ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/291641/060D6FD508E21C0ABF3FBEBA80B1B4C1A53C2195F5D7D7D4A3BB9A4F65317051/donausteig-bad-kreuzen-wolfsschlucht.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/291642/A0308A4848C05049EB875C0A39033A081894B9FEB4E5AB1D654F259349E12E16/donausteig-blick-auf-grein.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/214357/0FB9DC9C6A82530D42AF2D48F11C08715C4ED6214F8BC0D754CFF99199480676/donausteig-giessenbachmuehle-stillensteinklamm.jpg) © Open copyright © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH-Hochhauser Close copyright [ ![Hike through the Wolfsschlucht gorge near Bad Kreuzen](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/291641/060D6FD508E21C0ABF3FBEBA80B1B4C1A53C2195F5D7D7D4A3BB9A4F65317051/donausteig-bad-kreuzen-wolfsschlucht.jpg "© WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH-Hochhauser") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/291641/060D6FD508E21C0ABF3FBEBA80B1B4C1A53C2195F5D7D7D4A3BB9A4F65317051/donausteig-bad-kreuzen-wolfsschlucht.jpg) © Open copyright © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH-Erber Close copyright [ ![Hike along the Donausteig with a view of Grein.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/291642/A0308A4848C05049EB875C0A39033A081894B9FEB4E5AB1D654F259349E12E16/donausteig-blick-auf-grein.jpg "© WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH-Erber") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/291642/A0308A4848C05049EB875C0A39033A081894B9FEB4E5AB1D654F259349E12E16/donausteig-blick-auf-grein.jpg) © Open copyright © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH-Erber Close copyright [ ![Stillensteinklamm gorge in Grein: A young couple is standing in a clean river fed by a picturesque waterfall. They embrace and smile happily at each other. The lush, green surroundings with rocks and trees form a natural and peaceful backdrop for this romantic couple.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/214357/0FB9DC9C6A82530D42AF2D48F11C08715C4ED6214F8BC0D754CFF99199480676/donausteig-giessenbachmuehle-stillensteinklamm.jpg "© WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH-Erber") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/214357/0FB9DC9C6A82530D42AF2D48F11C08715C4ED6214F8BC0D754CFF99199480676/donausteig-giessenbachmuehle-stillensteinklamm.jpg) © Open copyright © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH-Erber Close copyright [ ![Break during the hike along the Donausteig](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/291643/3193FFA0D973052C84C740CDA03A597E9471BDD88B85E7BDFF4AE03B3D9FD1E6/donausteig-jausenstation-giessenbachmuehle.jpg "© WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH-Erber") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/291643/3193FFA0D973052C84C740CDA03A597E9471BDD88B85E7BDFF4AE03B3D9FD1E6/donausteig-jausenstation-giessenbachmuehle.jpg) © Open copyright © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH-Erber Close copyright [ ![Hiking tour on the Donausteig at Clam Castle](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/291644/2770A57E14D10139707893F93D443FD7BC9BD01DCAA492FBD9237A2870C6D820/donausteig-burg-clam.jpg "© WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH-Erber") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/291644/2770A57E14D10139707893F93D443FD7BC9BD01DCAA492FBD9237A2870C6D820/donausteig-burg-clam.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Freistädter Straße 119 4041 Linz [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Freist%C3%A4dter%20Stra%C3%9Fe%20119%2C%204041%20Linz "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Freist%C3%A4dter%20Stra%C3%9Fe%20119%2C%204041%20Linz "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=48.231505368653032&lon=14.943037033081055&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) **3 days/2 nights, 52 km, ascent approx. 1,775 m/descent approx. 1,815 m, 4- and 3-star category hotels** Hiking holiday on the Donausteig - simply fabulous! Summit assault on the Predigtstuhl and the Wetzlstein - two of the seven Donausteig summits. On this enjoyable hiking trail in Upper Austria, you hike from the magnificent Donauengtal valley via the Predigstuhl and the Sarmingbachtal valley into the atmospheric hilly landscape of the Waldhausen basin via Wetzlstein to Bad Kreuzen. Through the Wolfsschlucht gorge, the Donausteig hiking trail takes you down to the Danube in Grein. Once feared by sailors because of its treacherous whirlpools, today you follow the hiking routes through this exciting piece of Danube history - from Grein via St. Nikola to Sarmingstein. [ offer info ](#ttgCollapseBeschreibung) ------------------------------------------ - 2 nights - Luggage transfer included **services**- 2 nights in 3- and 4-star hotels and inns along the Donausteig - rich breakfast buffet every day - Luggage transfer from/to Sarmingstein (1 piece of luggage per person, max. 23 kg) - Extensive information documents and route description - Practical snack box as a gift (per room) - Service leaflet also on the weekend - . 23 kg) - Detailed information documents and route description - Practical snack box as a gift (per room) - Service telephone also at weekends **Additional charges:** Prices include taxes and duties. Not included in the price: The tourist tax (approx. EUR 1.00 - 3.00 per person/night) must be paid at the respective hotel. **Catering**- Breakfast **itinerary****Day 1 - Individual arrival to Sarmingstein, Sarmingstein-Bad Kreuzen hiking stage approx. 18.6 km, walking time approx. 6 hours.** Arrival to your hiking vacation in Austria. Luggage drop-off for your hiking tour on the Donausteig will take place no later than 9 am at the hotel in Sarmingstein, the starting point for this enjoyable hiking trip. The historic Danube village is located in the steep Danube valley of the Strundengau region at the mouth of the Sarmingbach stream into the Danube. After a completed hike in the Danube Trail, relax in the spacious wellness area of your hotel. Hotel example: Wellness Oasis Aumühle\*\*\*\* in Bad Kreuzen **Day 2 - Bad Kreuzen-Grein Hiking stage approx. 16.6 km, walking time approx. 5 hours** The summit assault on the Wetzlstein - one of the seven Donausteig summits - is on the program of your hiking tour in Upper Austria today! You will hike on this panoramic stage on the Donausteig through the atmospheric hilly landscape of the Aist-Naarn-Kuppenland. The hiking trail in Machland leads over the Wetzlstein to Bad Kreuzen and down along the Danube to Grein. Along the way, you will discover the healing waters of the Wolfsschlucht gorge on your hiking tour. Hotel example: Gasthof zur Traube\*\*\* in Grein **Day 3 - Grein-Sarmingstein hiking stage approx. 16.2 km, walking time approx. 6 hours, individual journey home** Today's stage of your hiking vacation along the Danube Trail leads you through the beautiful Danube valley of the Strudengau. Once feared by shipmen because of its treacherous whirlpools, you will enjoy hiking through this exciting piece of Danube history from Grein via St. Nikola to Sarmingstein. There is much to discover on your hiking routes in the Danube valley: Grein as the gateway to the Strudengau, the legendary Stillenstein gorge, the most dangerous water eddies of the entire Danube course, Säbnich Castle as a bulwark in the east. Luggage return in Sarmingstein by 5.30 p.m. at the latest. **possible date of arrival**Arrival: 23.03.2024 - 19.10.2024 daily [ Booking ](#ttgCollapseAnfrageBuchen) ---------------------------------------- **from price**- € 159,30 per person - bookable from 1 person **Travel period (25.04.2026 - 10.10.2026)** | From | to | |---|---| | 25.04.2026 | 10.10.2026 | [ non-binding inquiry ](#mailto) [ Contact ](#ttgCollapseKontakt) ---------------------------------- **Donausteig - short hiking tour** OÖ Touristik GmbH Freistädter Straße 119 4041 Linz Phone [+43 732 7277-200](tel:+437327277200) E-Mail [wandern@touristik.at](#mailto) Web [www.radurlaub.com](https://www.radurlaub.com "New window") https://www.radurlaub.com --- **Legal contact information** OÖ. Touristik GmbH Freistädter Straße 119 AT-4041 Linz, Donau UID: ATU23267701 Vertretungsverhältnisse: OÖ Touristik GmbH [ Prices ](#ttgCollapsePreise) -------------------------------- **Arrival: 23.03.2024 - 19.10.2024 daily** **Season A: 05.10.2024 - 19.10.2024** € 159.00 double room/breakfast (per person and stay) € 209.00 single room/breakfast (per person and stay) **Season B: 23.03.2024 - 26.04.2024 / 21.09.2024 - 04.10.2024** € 195.00 double room/breakfast (per person and stay) € 245.00 single room/breakfast (per person and stay) **Season C: 27.04.2024 - 20.09.2024** € 219.00 double room/breakfast (per person and stay) € 269.00 single room/breakfast (per person and stay) **Payment methods** Transfer **Debit and credit cards** Mastercard Visa [ Suitability ](#ttgCollapseEignung) -------------------------------------- - Suitable for teenagers - Suitable for seniors - Suitable for friends - Suitable for couples **Particularly suitable for**- For families [ Discover more ](#ttgCollapseMeineEmpfehlungen) -------------------------------------------------- [ © Open copyright © Copyright: Ing. 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