Lakes around Leiben offer opportunities for water-based recreation and scenic views within the Nibelungengau region. The area is characterized by its proximity to the Danube River, providing a natural landscape for outdoor activities. Visitors can find various water bodies, from larger lakes suitable for swimming to smaller ponds offering tranquil viewpoints. This region in Lower Austria combines natural features with accessible recreational facilities.
Last updated: May 13, 2026
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In addition to a swimming beach, you'll find pedal boat rentals and surfing opportunities. There's a playground for children.
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Nice to look at, but not to be entered as it is private property.
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Larger pond in the middle of the Melker Au. Worth seeing in summer 🌞 as well as in winter ❄ Ideal for visiting on a hike or a run through the meadow.
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Right next to the World Heritage Trail, someone has conjured up a little paradise for themselves. Unfortunately, it is forbidden to enter, but you can see it from the path.
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December 28, 2017 - This would be a nice swimming lake - entry, fishing, and swimming are prohibited! What a shame! What are you allowed to do there?
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The primary attraction is the Weitenegg Recreation Center, which features a natural Danube lake. It offers a swimming beach, pedal boat rentals, surfing, and a children's playground. Other notable spots include Danube Lake, known for being refreshing after a hike, and scenic viewpoints like Pond View Near Felbring and Melker Au Pond.
Yes, the Weitenegg Recreation Center is particularly family-friendly. It offers a spacious beach, a children's playground, and activities like pedal boating and swimming. The tranquil setting and amenities make it ideal for families.
Swimming is permitted and popular at the natural Danube lake within the Weitenegg Recreation Center. However, swimming is prohibited at Rudolf Lake, and Pond View Near Felbring is private property and not to be entered.
At the Weitenegg Recreation Center, you can enjoy swimming, sailing, rowing, and surfing. Pedal boat hire and an aqua jump facility are also available for more active fun.
Yes, there are several hiking opportunities. For easy walks, you can explore routes like the "Danube Lake – Luberegg Bathing Pond loop" or the "Welterbesteig singletrack – View of Melk Abbey loop" which are near the lakes. You can find more details and routes in the easy hikes around Leiben guide.
The Danube Cycle Route passes directly through Weitenegg, making it easily accessible for cyclists. For more adventurous rides, you can find various routes in the gravel biking around Leiben guide and the MTB Trails around Leiben guide.
Yes, the Weitenegg Recreation Center offers plenty of free parking directly on-site for convenient car access. It's also easily accessible for cyclists, as the Danube Cycle Route runs through the village.
The Weitenegg Recreation Center is well-equipped with a buffet, toilet facilities, changing rooms, and refreshing showers. There's also a spacious children's playground and a beach volleyball court.
No, dogs are not permitted at the Weitenegg Recreation Center.
The Melker Au Pond is a larger pond situated in the middle of the Melker Au. It's considered worth seeing in both summer and winter, offering a scenic viewpoint ideal for incorporating into a hike or run through the meadow.
Visitors particularly enjoy the refreshing qualities of Danube Lake after a hike and the comprehensive facilities and family-friendly atmosphere of the Weitenegg Recreation Center. The scenic views and opportunities for relaxation and exercise in nature are highly valued.
Yes, Rudolf Lake prohibits entry, fishing, and swimming. Similarly, Pond View Near Felbring is private property and, while nice to view from the path, is not to be entered.


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