Easy hikes and walks around Bad Deutsch Altenburg

The Roman milestone recalls the importance of Carnuntum as a major traffic hub on the northern border of the Roman Empire. Such stone road markers stood along Roman long-distance roads and indicated distances in Roman miles, with one mile corresponding to approximately 1.48 kilometers. They often also bore inscriptions with the names of the emperors under whose rule roads were built or maintained. The milestone provides an impression of the well-developed road network that connected Carnuntum with other cities and military sites of the Roman Empire.

The historic weather station in the spa park of Bad Deutsch-Altenburg is a reminder of the time when the town gained particular importance as a spa and bathing resort. Such small pavilions were used to provide spa guests and walkers with information about the current weather, such as temperature, air pressure, and humidity. Today, the weather station is primarily a charming testament to the former spa tradition and blends into the well-kept park.

A beautiful resting place directly on the banks of the Danube in the Donau-Auen National Park, which is suitable for a short break during your hike. From here, you can enjoy the view over the wide river and the largely natural riverbank landscape. The quiet atmosphere between the floodplain forest and the Danube, away from road traffic and larger settlements, is particularly charming. A pleasant stopover on the riverside path between Petronell-Carnuntum and Bad Deutsch-Altenburg.

The weather pavilion in the spa park of Bad Deutsch-Altenburg is a small historical structure that recalls the area's traditional time as a spa and health resort. Such pavilions were often used in the past to provide spa guests with information about temperature, air pressure, and other weather conditions. With its decorative design, the pavilion fits beautifully into the well-kept park and conveys a piece of nostalgic spa town atmosphere. A nice stopover during a walk through the spa park.

This resting place directly on the banks of the Danube offers a beautiful opportunity to take a break during the hike and enjoy the peaceful river landscape. From here, you can let your gaze wander over the wide Danube and the surrounding floodplain forests, while ships occasionally pass by. The natural atmosphere, away from the villages, is particularly pleasant, making this spot a nice stopover on the way to Bad Deutsch-Altenburg.

Roman milestone Findspot: South of the legionary fortress Material: Leithakalk (calcareous sandstone), Leithagebirge/Winden Datation: 142/143 Imp(eratoris) Caes(aris) Titi Aeli(i) Hadriani Antonini Aug (usti) Pii p(atris) p(atriae) co(n)s (ulis) III trib (unicia) pot (estate) VI a K(arnunto) m(ilia) p(assuum) „(Milestone) of Emperor Caesar Titus Aelius Hadrianus Antoninus Augustus Pius (= Antoninus Pius), father of the fatherland, consul for the third time, holder of tribunician power for the 6th time. From Carnuntum one mile." Milestones stood along the roads and indicated to the traveler the distance in miles to the next larger city. One mile corresponds to a thousand double steps (milia passuum) and thus 1,480 meters. The milestones also served to pay homage to the emperor, who was indicated with his full title. This allows the milestones to be dated to the exact year. In addition, the governor may also have been mentioned. Sometimes the inscription contained additional explanations, such as that a part of the road or a bridge had been restored. Milestones were thus also an important propaganda tool for the emperor, who thus presented his achievements to the population. This milestone was erected only one mile, i.e. about 1.5 km from Carnuntum. You can see another milestone in the park directly opposite the museum. It was found in the Canabae, southeast of the legionary fortress. It mentions Emperor Marcus Aurelius and his co-regent Lucius Verus. It is dated to the year 161.

The summit cross on the Hundsheimer Berg marks the highest point of the mountain of the same name and is a popular spot for a short rest. From here, the view extends far over the Marchfeld, the Danube, and the surrounding hill ranges. A beautiful place to enjoy the ascent and experience the special location on the edge of the Carpathians up close. ✝️⛰️🌄

The summit cross on the Hundsheimer Berg marks the highest point of the mountain of the same name and is a popular spot for a short rest. From here, the view extends far over the Marchfeld, the Danube, and the surrounding hill ranges. A beautiful place to enjoy the ascent and experience the special location on the edge of the Carpathians up close. ✝️⛰️🌄