Spitz on the Danube – St. Michael’s Fortified Church loop from Raxendorf

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Spitz on the Danube – St. Michael’s Fortified Church loop from Raxendorf

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Spitz on the Danube – St. Michael’s Fortified Church loop from Raxendorf

02:07

33.1km

400m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 1, 2026

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Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 16.6 km for 18 m

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14.0 km

Spitz on the Danube

Highlight • Settlement

Spitz an der Donau is one of the most picturesque villages in the Wachau and an absolute must for any visitor to the region. It is located directly on the …

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14.3 km

Spitz Parish Church (Pfarrkirche Spitz)

Highlight • Religious Site

Around 1163 there was a Romanesque wooden chapel in the village, which, like today's parish church, was consecrated to St. Mauritius (patron of the Niederaltaich monastery).

Today's church is an …

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16.7 km

St. Michael's Fortified Church in the Wachau

Highlight • Religious Site

The (restored) ossuary in the St. Michael cemetery, right next to the church, is well worth seeing. A small window gives a good view of the interior with the incredible …

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16.8 km

St. Michael’s Fortified Church

Highlight • Religious Site

Guided tours of the fortified church are possible by prior arrangement by telephone.

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18.9 km

Spitz–Arnsdorf Cable Ferry

Highlight • Bridge

The crossing is always a welcome change of pace and a memorable experience. Beautiful views of the Danube are an added bonus! The cable ferry in Spitz on the Danube …

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18.9 km

Danube Ferry in Spitz

Highlight • Rest Area

The rolling ferry connects the towns of Spitz and Arnsdorf by water. Consisting of two interconnected hulls, the ferry has a carrying capacity of 20 tons.

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