Hiking trail Kasten-Vichtenstein

Suitable for families

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Tour-Details

Starting place: 4091 Vichtenstein

Destination: 4091 Vichtenstein

duration: 0h 49m

length: 1,9 km

Altitude difference (uphill): 257m

Lowest point: 293m

Highest point: 549m

difficulty: easy

condition: easy

panoramic view: Dreamtour

Paths covering:

Asphalt, Other

Short description:

This hiking route leads steeply uphill to Vichtenstein.
On the way back, you’ll have wonderful views of Danube Valley as well as the small township of Kasten.

Technique: *

Quality of experience: ***

Recommended season:

March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October

Properties:

Scenic
Refreshment stops available
Family friendly

Description:

Shipping pier Kasten in direction of Vichtenstein - Danube Trail rest area "Rotes Kreuz" - crossing the main road - Vichtenstein. If hiking in the opposite direction, starting point viewing platform in front of the town hall - after 100 m turnoff to the right - see signs for "Fuchsenlochrunde"

(uphill/downhill depending on walking direction)

Tip:
Castle and parish church of Vichtenstein (Castle can only be looked at from the outside).

Equipment:
sturdy shoes

Additional information:

Points of interest along the hiking trail:
- Kasten landing stage
- Kasten Filial Church
-"Rotes Kreuz" Danube Path rest stop

magnificent views across the Danube into neighbouring Bavaria and the Mühlviertel region