--- title: Large community loop url: "https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430008114/large-community-loop.html" description: "Short description:Demanding and extensive day hike for professional hikersQuality of experience: ****Recommended season:MarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberProperties:LoopScenicRefreshment stops availableFamily friendly" date: 2017-02-22 modified: 2026-03-18 --- # Large community loop Large community loop ====================== **Starting place:** 4131 Kirchberg ob der Donau **Destination:** 4131 Kirchberg ob der Donau ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/396977/655B9D476835F597B73C71EB9C43D4DAF4FE6D6908FB6BEF38904C4DE9114A9E/kirchberg-luft-2.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/396978/031A704224BDB20E858E40C9D5A47347174EE2BDBA432413067C2BBD25B82EFB/grosse-gemeinderunde.jpg) © Open copyright © CC-BY-ND, Gemeinde Kirchberg ob der Donau Close copyright [ ![Kirchberg Luft 2](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/396977/655B9D476835F597B73C71EB9C43D4DAF4FE6D6908FB6BEF38904C4DE9114A9E/kirchberg-luft-2.jpg "© CC-BY-ND, Gemeinde Kirchberg ob der Donau") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/396977/655B9D476835F597B73C71EB9C43D4DAF4FE6D6908FB6BEF38904C4DE9114A9E/kirchberg-luft-2.jpg) © Open copyright © CC-BY-ND, Gemeinde Kirchberg ob der Donau Close copyright [ ![Large community route](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/396978/031A704224BDB20E858E40C9D5A47347174EE2BDBA432413067C2BBD25B82EFB/grosse-gemeinderunde.jpg "© CC-BY-ND, Gemeinde Kirchberg ob der Donau") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/396978/031A704224BDB20E858E40C9D5A47347174EE2BDBA432413067C2BBD25B82EFB/grosse-gemeinderunde.jpg) 1. 2. Circular route Lindengasse 9 4040 Linz [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Lindengasse%209%2C%204040%20Linz "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Lindengasse%209%2C%204040%20Linz "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-basemap&path=enc:qvtfHm}`tAg@q@Ki@PeHuA_@uA?{HdCiAUwDaDa@?MNK`Ak@z@{Bw@ORiGv@kI_Ae@TQ`@kCzIiEtEgJhRcBd@s@CiD`CiCdDaBz@qAlA_ABeAqAq@a@oBqCs@GkBd@f@|LUpAa@n@qAtECtC\zEXxA~@\fABxAeA`A?tAb@dFJdAOrDt@jBxAnAT`Ca@XPnAvBf@XdIxC`Dd@jBlAnDz@`BfAhCf@Cz@fF}DtEoBz@PbLo@jHj@|DtAz@BtEBdInBhCCzDiAlCyApJkHrZiVtCoBxAg@pEWxC`@lNFvBn@`Gd@bAKtC\xFNpEYfH_CdBcAxBg@xA{@rOmNvDqEjB}AzVyPzOuQdGcG~@_Bv@{Bl@kDTaD?kDOkD]qCqAuEqCgFeC}CgEyDgDeBgDeAw\}C_FqA_HuCsF_Es@aA]e@uAwDe@qCm@_HEmEH}Ad@iCdBqGj@cDQqEBuAj@_EGmCk@sDCsBtAcHFyA]yEi@_UwGoKcJ}PwBqCkBeAkASyLNw@w@UwBUi@}AmAa@`@uGuLcRqLwEgGQIUJ[tDWj@kAz@yCtEiClBk@bBq@tE{@nDk@v@iBn@eE{@uAl@yAtJiApAkAh@qCBmCKsDcBsDqCw@aBoB_JsBkBoBm@uACcCxAgF~DuAn@iGUUz@KnBFlE]tHyAtG{DvKY`Bk@j@u@Cs@rACr@eAdEaBtEkD`GqEtCYj@]`DF~BT~An@rBXc@`@Kz@JvBfDFd@GrGNp@DrEVtAdAfCjDtFbAbCe@lEmArFQfBWhK?vMw@jHdBfBfB`El@p@nBXbAz@h@l@`A~BbEJlEfAbAhBp@vBz@p@VNF`@}@xKlGdBq@bHBrGUhHDfAn@bA&server=meta.tourdata.at) **Short description:** Demanding and extensive day hike for professional hikers **Quality of experience:** **** **Recommended season:** - March - April - May - June - July - August - September - October - November **Properties:** - Loop - Scenic - Refreshment stops available - Family friendly **Description:** Demanding and extensive day hike for professional hikers, with “a lot of Danube” Suitability: for demanding hikers with good fitness Attention: cyclists and inline skaters on the Danube Cycle Path section **Safety guidelines:** Cyclists and inline skaters on the Danube Cycle Path**Equipment:** Hiking backpack (including rain cover), sturdy footwear [ Tour and route information ](#ttgCollapseTourdetails) --------------------------------------------------------- **Starting place:** 4131 Kirchberg ob der Donau **Destination:** 4131 Kirchberg ob der Donau **duration:** 5h 45m **length:** 21,5 km **Altitude difference (uphill):** 307m **Altitude difference (downhill):** 307m **Lowest point:** 281m **Highest point:** 591m **difficulty:** medium **condition:** difficult **panoramic view:** Great panorama **Paths covering:** Other **Starting point:** Town center Kirchberg **Destination:** Town center Kirchberg **further information:** - Circular route - Board possible [ ![Altitude profile Large community loop](//static.et4.de/ElevationProfileChart/Go.ashx?Experience=hoehenprofil-meta&Server=meta.tourdata.at&AddElevations=true&AddOfftrackWaypoints=false&AddSurfaces=true&AddWaypoints=false&globalid=tourdata_tour_430008114&width=355&height=250&FontSize=12&mkt=en) ![Altitude profile Large community loop](//static.et4.de/ElevationProfileChart/Go.ashx?Experience=hoehenprofil-meta&Server=meta.tourdata.at&AddElevations=true&AddOfftrackWaypoints=false&AddSurfaces=true&AddWaypoints=false&globalid=tourdata_tour_430008114&width=450&height=350&mkt=en) ](#ttgHoehenprofilModal "Large community loop") [ Along the trail ](#ttgCollapseAnDerStrecke) ----------------------------------------------- ![IMG_8257](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/393173/1133B0093464FC4F260860DDE0BB31D538545306C03ECC57ACA260EEB080F9AD/img8257.jpg "IMG_8257") Aussichtsturm Burgstall - Donau am Berg Information: Municipal office Tel.: +43 (0) 72 82 / 46 01 Three landscapes at a glance... Here you can gaze into the distance and discover the beautiful Danube Valley, the Sauwald opposite and the Mühlviertel. The Mühlviertel adjoins the Donauleitn to the north and conveys a certain tranquillity with its gently shaped ridges and hilltops. Granite and gneiss form the geological subsoil, which appear here and there as striking rock formations and weathered shapes. The acidic and nutrient-poor soils did not make it easy for agriculture, in addition to the harsh, cool and low-precipitation climate of the high altitudes. Typical of the region are hilly cultivated landscapes (Bühel), which contain various copses. In contrast, there are agrarian plateaus with little structure. Today, agriculture is very intensive, with dairy farming as the main sector. In the past, the cultivation of flax and hops as well as linen weaving were important sources of income alongside agriculture. The beer brewing tradition is still alive today. The devil once had riches and precious treasures. He buried his greatest treasure very close by, in Obermühl on the Teufelskirche. "The Devil's Money Laundering" tells the story of what else he used to do with his treasures. ![Wikingerdorf Exlau](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/431465/FF20139C6B31CFCAA7D3441F0F5C997FC4C07F81FE2A51E1B6A1A6B41A41792C/wikingerdorf-exlau.jpg "Wikingerdorf Exlau") Boat dock Exlau Construction: landing stage River-km/Bank: 2170,7 Berths: Slip facility: yes Infrastructure: - Sanitary equipment: at the inn Catering: at the inn Other: camp site ![Bootsanlegestelle Obermühl, Gierlinger](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/396999/7D39D599016F79936502212B421D151539AD4F0B2020D48E5438EB0B29210952/bootsanlegestelle-obermuehl-gierlinger.jpg "Bootsanlegestelle Obermühl, Gierlinger") Boat dock Obermühl - Donauparadies Gierlinger Construction: landing stage River-km/Bank: 2178 / left Berths: 8 Slip facility: yes Infrastructure: electricity Sanitary equipment: - Catering: inn, mobile bakery ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/396981/0E18BB6BF2ACC6DFDC730902460F601DF7A387FA141B307F11D082C91FB7B353/jpg.jpg) Burg Winzberg [ © Open copyright © Copyright: Gasthof Gierlinger Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/107946/C99C17B50B0249AB6BF3E3204A8B6DC77F10796FA91209616B0B1BFADAAB6859/gasthof-gierlinger.jpg "Gasthof Gierlinger (© Copyright: Gasthof Gierlinger)") Donauparadies Gasthof Gierlinger ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/101860/donauparadies-gasthof-gierlinger.html) ![ms-lilofee-4](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/396998/6A0A64DA40EF3885654B186E75C3A226FFBE94D37DE9B2D6EC8918175682AC50/ms-lilofee-4.jpg "ms-lilofee-4") Donau-Schiff MS Lilofee The home port of the MS Lilofee is in Obermühl - Gierlinger Inn. With a capacity of 50 people, a route tailored to guests' wishes and the best quality of food and drink coupled with maximum flexibility, the MS Lilofee is ideal for company parties, incentives & meetings, weddings, celebrations and festivities. ![KircheOberm%c3%bchl6](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/458724/EA0FA811568B4881667194064DECBA98194429417298EC255C602E47DBE86181/kircheobermc3bchl6.jpg "KircheOberm%c3%bchl6") Filialkirche Maria Geburt Obermühl From a branch church to a modern church building A church was built in Obermühl between 1770 and 1772 and dedicated to the Nativity of Mary. At the time, it was a branch church of the parish church of Kirchberg ob der Donau. Due to the construction of the Aschach Danube power station, whose backwater reaches as far as Obermühl, the old village was relocated. The old church was demolished and the present church building was erected on a higher site in a modern style according to plans by the Viennese architect Heinz Scheide in 1964. The miraculous image of Mary was moved to the new church. In 2007, the church was rebuilt according to plans by architects Josef Schütz and Rainer Habringer and artistically redesigned by Gabriele and Alois Hain from Haslach an der Mühl. **Every first Sunday after All Saints' Day, the ceremonial Danube procession takes place with a boat trip and wreath-laying.** ![DonautalerMostkellereiObermühlAnDerDonau©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals(2).jpg](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/392836/6FCD628EC545E6E01CC52BE513C41560C75B2975F71156E9910CD30DCB99952E/donautalermostkellereiobermuehlanderdonauwgddonauoberoesterreichtourismusgmbhcmvisuals-2-jpg.jpg "DonautalerMostkellereiObermühlAnDerDonau©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals(2).jpg") Fischgasthof Aumüller Our Fischgasthof is located right next to the Danube, nestled in the beautiful Danube valley. Our down-to-earth business is located directly on the Danube cycle path and the Donausteig trail. We are part of the Donausteig innkeepers' cooperation, are flexible and are happy to cater to the needs and wishes of our guests. We process Danube fish we have caught ourselves, game from our hunting grounds and serve numerous cider and juice varieties from our "Donautaler Mostkellerei". As a certified cider sommelier, I recommend our pear frizzante with the name "Donauperle" - a protected trademark! Seasonal delicacies such as Eferding asparagus can be found on our menu and the beer comes from the nearby Mühlviertel breweries Hofstetten and Schlägl. For groups, we offer guided tours of the winery with documented tastings of cider and juice. We cater to the individual wishes of our guests. Cider snacks and hot dishes in our sales room and wine tavern or inn. Capacity up to 60 people in the inn up to 100 people. [ ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/107859/74D15A1A7E413118D5A46C39AE79A6EDFD21C4CEE5EA16F54AEAF5EFF9610E40/aumueller-fischgasthof-aussenansicht.jpg "Aumüller Fischgasthof Außenansicht") Fischgasthof Aumüller ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/101827/fischgasthof-aumueller.html) ![Team](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/392837/2F64599C1D1134CAAD62B9AAEDAB7645FF6C421F436F19265AA65A3EACAAAC3A/team.jpg "Team") Gasthaus Zalto-Höglinger Shovel butchery Suckling pig barbecue party service ![Gasthof Gierlinger](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/392869/6091FC78F8EACDAD74F7B613EF089E6333D838AC2B9FABE0C7E781104A5DC854/gasthof-gierlinger.jpg "Gasthof Gierlinger") Gasthof Gierlinger Our tradition-conscious family inn is located directly on the Danube. Enjoy a cool freshly tapped beer with wonderful views of the Danube flowing by, or let us spoil you with our down-to-earth and regional delicacies. We look forward to your visit! From the Gierlinger Danube Paradise, nature and sport can be wonderfully combined. The Danube cycle path and the hiking trails are a paradise for all those who like to be active and enjoy exercise. ![Viking ship in the Viking village in the Exlau](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/392830/D5837A72E071375BA6BED5272AC11D658C45990486B218C65557CCD385559754/wikingerschiff-im-wikingerdorf-in-der-exlau.jpg "Viking ship in the Viking village in the Exlau") Gasthof in der Exlau Our inn is located directly on the **Danube Cycle Path** on the **left bank of the Danube** and the distance from Passau to Exlau is 47 kilometres. It is ideal for cyclists to stop at our inn after a day's ride and enjoy a well-deserved evening break. The Danube Cycle Path is probably known to every cyclist. It runs 2800 kilometres from the source of the Danube to its mouth in the Black Sea. One of the most popular sections is the one from Passau via the Exlau to Linz. We are on one of the busiest cycle routes in Europe with the ideal infrastructure for cyclists. A fascinating and varied alternation of natural wonders, imposing monuments and impressive cities will accompany you on your tour **along the Danube river**, which, like an energising spring, will recharge your energy reserves during your well-deserved holiday. Our region offers cyclists of all abilities and ages varied experiences in the midst of a unique landscape. Cycling on the Danube is **sport, relaxation, nature and cultural enjoyment** all in one. [ ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/105267/810D2146594EE61A3EE35299FC90B1F2F001206DEFA312683C7654F6C39E4876/dji0164-20221011-161150-utc.jpg "DJI_0164 (2022_10_11 16_11_50 UTC)") Gasthof in der Exlau ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/101300/gasthof-in-der-exlau.html) ![Gasthof Pension Ernst](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/392856/1C9E979A919E5E580BDB93AB4482AB17BE14E267A2EC76F20ED6128C637D8AFD/gasthof-pension-ernst.jpg "Gasthof Pension Ernst") Gasthof Landhotel Ernst Immerse yourself and explore historic hiking trails in unspoiled nature. Spend an unforgettable vacation in the heart of the pristine Danube Valley. Our inn is situated in a peaceful, rural location right on **[the Danube Cycle Path](https://www.donauregion.at/radfahren-am-donauradweg.html)** and **[the Donausteig hiking trail](https://www.donauregion.at/wandern-am-donausteig.html)**, both of which pass directly by our inn. Our kitchen will be happy to treat you to regional, fresh, and varied dishes. Reservations: +43 (0) 7232 2919 ![Getreidespeicher](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/396980/89F5FD9200C5C32E4B9DC5B17DA87017D15DC05AF561A19E7B74435A7DB0B6DD/getreidespeicher.jpg "Getreidespeicher") Getreidespeicher The massive building on the banks of the Danube, the granary, a Renaissance building dating from 1618, is considered a landmark of Obermühl and was originally two storeys higher. When the banks of the Danube were regularised, the lowest floor - at that time an inn - was filled in. The building is now privately owned. ![Pernsteiner_Buffet](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/392870/2BC2407AC9E11FAB5311849C63705BD30FE695E36797601481FFF4A31E164E22/pernsteinerbuffet.jpg "Pernsteiner_Buffet") Kaufhaus Pernsteiner - Buffet The buffet with 20 seats is located in the Sparmarkt Pernsteiner. Breakfast - pastries fresh from the supermarket - coffee - drinks and small snacks are offered. Opening hours: Monday to Saturday like Sparmarkt ![FrauWinterlandschaft07_CurhausMarienschwesterGmbHErber.jpg](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/396994/301971CE0AE3A6337624E788607AD9BA5D03753F36F66221D9799BE07256AC2C/frauwinterlandschaft07curhausmarienschwestergmbherber-jpg.jpg "FrauWinterlandschaft07_CurhausMarienschwesterGmbHErber.jpg") Kunst-Eisbahn **Curling rink** - Length 35 m - Width 3.7 m - Floodlight - Drinks service - Rules lesson possible - Sticks for hire Please book in advance. **On advance booking:** - Brat'l in the Rein - Homemade liver patty - Blunz'n - Crispy chicken - Dumpling variation - Giant burger for up to 12 people ![IMG_7494_new](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/419448/08B2D473C273EAB3310262DBEC955167BB792530E37725E07DBDD5AED5F3442E/img7494new.jpg "IMG_7494_new") Kunsteisstockbahn **Two curling rinks** - Length 30 m - width 7 m - Use - Euro 4 per person (max. 3 hours) - floodlight - Drinks service - Rental poles available Please book in advance. **On advance booking:** - Roast meat from the wood-fired oven - ribs - knuckle of pork - fried chicken - Baked bacon and grammel dumplings - Cheese spaetzle ![8C9A41D5-DF6B-4A98-9995-FFF4CB58DF5C](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/396992/D1B3E344172F4F3BB06ED5266922FCE4F8E01592D24AF398254E69696AB788FC/8c9a41d5-df6b-4a98-9995-fff4cb58df5c.jpg "8C9A41D5-DF6B-4A98-9995-FFF4CB58DF5C") Miniature Golf Course In the middle of the town of Kirchberg ob der Donau there is a mini golf course with 18 holes. An exciting duel can be fought in the shade of the trees even on warmer days. The facility is usually open from the beginning of April to the end of October. Racquets, balls and game logs will be handed out upon entry. A fee of €2.00 is charged for adults and a fee of €1.00 for children. Rackets and balls can be borrowed from Mr. Peter Koblmüller, Hauptstrasse 2 (the house opposite the Raiffeisenbank). ![image00003](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/431466/E0DCAFE0392A0DD417055EE89DB810B43BA75F9648DB90C9523285CB5A635022/image00003.jpg "image00003") Panoramablick Kirchberg From the viewing plateau, which lies at an altitude of 613 metres above sea level, you have a magnificent panoramic view. On clear days, you can see as far north as the Bohemian Forest and as far south as the Alps. Walking time approx. 5 - 10 min. from the village square, the path is well marked. After a further 5-minute walk you reach the viewing tower. ![Nepomukplatz](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/415974/F82CC4CCB75418C8E01E82D8B7289A91B1F47EB824E46502BE6185F4A6344C5F/nepomukplatz.jpg "Nepomukplatz") Pfarrkirche Kirchberg ob der Donau In the years 1400 - 1407, the wealthy knight Gundacker von Tannberg had today's (large) parish church built in the Gothic style, including the church tower. At the end of the 13th century, the "small church" is incorporated into the new building as a side aisle. On 24 April 1407 (St. George's Day), the new church is consecrated by the Bishop of Passau to St. Othmar as patron saint. ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/392760/DF23627AAC65DCA53A6C74AD9FDF5C0A09784845F2137C8D654AB8BF207363E8/jpg.jpg) Rastplatz Kleine Mühl Info: Gemeindeamt Niederkappel Tel.: +43 (0) 72 86 / 85 55 **Scheue Räuber...** Dieser scheue Geselle ist der Fischotter (Lutra lutra), ein am Wasser lebender Marder. Er wird etwa 130 cm lang, kommt in ganz Europa vor und lebt vor allem dämmerungsaktiv in schwer zugänglichen Uferzonen. Sein Revier kann bis zu 40 km Wasserlauf betragen und ist durch Duftmarken gekennzeichnet. Sogenannte „Ottersteige“ bezeichnen Pfade, die er immer als Ein- und Ausstieg in seine unterirdischen Baue benutzt. Fischotter sind Allesfresser und deshalb wenig wählerisch. Zu den Beutetieren gehören Fische, Insekten, Krebse und Säugetiere. Zum Leidwesen mancher Teichwirte jagt der Fischotter natürlich gerne dort, wo es ihm leicht gemacht wird und hat schon so manchen Fischteich leer geräumt. Häufig wird das durch Einzäunungen oder Ablenkteiche verhindert. In Niederkappel kam einst eine ["Geheimnisvolle Magd"](http://www.donauregion.at/detail/article/geheimnisvolle-magd.html) einer armen Bauernfamilie zu Hilfe. Was es mit der fleißigen Frau auf sich hatte und wie sich die Armut doch noch von dem Bauernhof anwendete, erzählt eine spannende Donau-Sage. ![Anlegestelle Obermühl](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/393161/3F23F8BA64CF2EAC01071F3BA017AF583B598CB1E2B4651F194B997588B11A68/anlegestelle-obermuehl.jpg "Anlegestelle Obermühl") Shipping Pier Obermühl **Relaxed Danube experience in Obermühl** The landing stage is located in the small village of Obermühl, where the Kleine Mühl flows into the Danube and the Danube Cycle Path passes by. A down-to-earth inn with ferry service and boat harbor invites you to linger. The warm hospitality, varied hiking trails and numerous excursion destinations - such as the nature trail in the Schlögener Schlinge, the viewing tower in Kirchberg or a Viking boat trip on the Danube - make a stay here a special experience. The village of Kirchberg is located on the plateau on the "Burgstall" viewing mountain, which at 613 meters is the highest elevation along the Danube from its source to its mouth. ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/396984/46B788AA7216DF8D7AD98728D8149618C7C009BB2678B1E9DAE679024B556D36/jpg.jpg) Startplatz Kleinzell im Mühlkreis Info: Gemeindeamt Kleinzell i.M. Tel.: +43 (0) 72 82 / 53 55-0 Arzt und Hausapotheke, Tel.: 5648 Rotes Kreuz, Notruf: 144 Polizei, Notruf: 133 Öffentl. WC und Trinkwasser neben Aufbahrungshalle (Friedhof) **Chronik** Auf einem kleinen Höhenrücken zwischen Großer Mühl und Diesenbach liegt Kleinzell im Mühlkreis. Erstmalige urkundliche Erwähnung **1109**. Historisch bedeutend war das Granitgewerbe, das heute in seiner Bedeutung abgenommen hat, aber noch immer einen hohen Stellenwert einnimmt. Davon zeugen mehrere, zum Teil schon aufgelassene Steinbrüche. Unverkennbar ist der bäuerliche Charakter der Kulturlandschaft. Diese bietet weite Ausblicke von der Alpenkette bis zum Böhmerwald. An Föntagen könnte man meinen, Kleinzell liegt am Fuße der Alpen. Als Sehenswürdigkeiten zu empfehlen sind: die Wallfahrtskirche Maria Ramersberg, das Kraftwerk Partenstein, die Brücke über die Große Mühl, die höchste in OÖ. **Tipps** Auf dem **Gelände eines ehemaligen Granitsteinbruches** befindet sich die sogenannte **„Resi-Lacke“.** Dieses Naturjuwel bietet neben dem ca. 9.000 m² großen Badesee wunderschöne Liegeflächen, die zum Verweilen und Relaxen einladen. Das **Schloss Gneisenau** entstand aus dem im Jahre 1161 erstmals urkundlich erwähntem Wasserschloss Gneisenau, welches nach Beschädigung durch Kriegseinwirkungen und durch Besatzungsmächte vom seinerzeitigen Bezirksfürsorgeverband Rohrbach in den 50er Jahren erworben, saniert und als Altenheim umgebaut wurde. Der Südtrakt des Schlosses mit seinem Zwiebelturm gibt auch nach dem Umbau im Jahr 2009 dem modern eingerichteten Alten- und Pflegeheim, das ca. 100 älteren und pflegebedürftigen Menschen eine Unterkunft bietet, sein äußeres Gepräge. ["Wie verhext"](http://www.donauregion.at/detail/article/wie-verhext.html) geht es oft zu, wenn man Unrecht tut. Wer betrügt und stiehlt, muss auch mit den Konsequenzen rechnen. Mehr dazu in der Donau-Sage. ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/393151/711D8F2141CCC012D314E2B178AE783C57FED99F07F42BE82AEC433E8BE35CF6/jpg.jpg) Startplatz Obermühl Information: Gemeindeamt Tel.: +43 (0) 72 82 / 46 01 Arzt und Hausapotheke, Tel.: 4400 Rotes Kreuz, Notruf: 144 Polizei, Tel.: 059 133/4256, Notruf: 133 Öffentliches WC und Trinkwasser im UG des Gemeindehauses **Chronik** **1263:** Erste urkundliche Erwähnung Kirchbergs nach dem damaligen Ahnherrn des Geschlechts der Kirchberger ULRICUS DE CHIRBERCH. Dieses Geschlecht war ein Schaunberger Vasallengeschlecht. Der Ort liegt auf 580 m, das Gemeindegebiet umfasst ca. 21 km² und teilt sich auf in 18 Ortschaften. Um **1400** wurde die heutige Pfarrkirche im gotischen Stil errichtet, **1711** wurde die Kirche barockisiert. Sie ist dem hl. Othmar geweiht. Im **12 – 13. Jhdt.** wurde in unserem Gebiet der Handel mit Salz sehr rege betrieben, wofür eine Landungsstelle an der Donau benötigt wurde. Es entstand der Ort Obermühl mit regem wirtschaftlichen Treiben. Als Wahrzeichen gilt der alte Getreidespeicher (Renaissancebau von **1618**). **Tipp** Einen atemberaubenden Ausblick hat man vom Aussichtsturm (24 m). Das Aussichtsplateau am Burgstall ist ca. 10 Min. Gehzeit vom Ortsplatz entfernt. Gegenüber von Obermühl kann man noch heute drei Felsen betrachten - was es mit ihnen auf sich hat und was es beudeutet, den Donaufürst zu verärgern, verrät die Donau-Sage ["Wie versteinert"](http://www.donauregion.at/detail/article/wie-versteinert.html). ![Wallfahrtskirche Ramersberg](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/416300/B3B6C35D920AC7C3F6C208870790AFB92EAF6C17F2D77FA5A6714666E93D3EC9/wallfahrtskirche-ramersberg.jpg "Wallfahrtskirche Ramersberg") Maria Ramersberg pilgrimage church Between 1874 and 1877, Matthias Lanzersdorfer built this Marian pilgrimage church on a hill south-west of the village of Ramersberg, which is very popular as a pilgrimage and excursion destination. This daughter church is still the destination of pilgrimages today. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 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