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Fessl Hut – Vogelbergsteig Ridge Trail loop from Dürnstein

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Fessl Hut – Vogelbergsteig Ridge Trail loop from Dürnstein

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Fessl Hut – Vogelbergsteig Ridge Trail loop from Dürnstein

01:53

3.92km

270m

Hiking

Hard hike. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: July 17, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 1.49 km for 693 m

After 2.28 km for 1.24 km

Waypoints

A

Start point

Restaurant

1

84 m

Fessl Hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

The Fesslhütte, with its lovely garden, is a great place to stop for a snack. The food was delicious and the service was extremely friendly.

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2

632 m

Talgraben Trail

Highlight • Trail

Very steep path for a circular hike over the Vogelbergsteig. There are simpler alternatives with more impressive views. Still definitely worth the walk.

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3

1.79 km

View of Dürnstein and the ruins of Dürnstein Castle

Highlight • Viewpoint

May 22, 2020 - So beautiful, you just have to see it from above, Dürnstein with the Danube.

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4

2.19 km

The Nose

Highlight • Viewpoint

Just a short detour from the Vogelbergsteig leads you to the wonderful viewpoint “Der Nase”.

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5

2.35 km

View of Dürnstein and the Danube

Highlight • Viewpoint

May 22nd, 2020 - So beautiful, you just have to see it from above, Dürnstein with the Danube.

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6

2.66 km

Vogelbergsteig Ridge Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Due to the vegetation (including very small trees) and stone formations, the Vogelbergsteig has a very special character.
From the “Pulpit” you have a great view of the Danube loop …

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7

3.39 km

View of Rossatzbach and Vogelbergsteig

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful views are enough here

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8

3.77 km

Aid Station 8 – Wachautrail 101

Highlight • Rest Area

B

3.92 km

End point

Restaurant

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.05 km

667 m

171 m

Surfaces

3.65 km

149 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (520 m)

Lowest point (260 m)

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Comments

June 13, 2023,Bike & Hike , Dürnstein 🇦🇹

Impressive rock and forest landscape on the Vogelbergsteig ...

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