Orther Islands – Orther Islands loop from Eckartsau

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Weinviertel

Gänserndorf

Eckartsau

Orther Islands – Orther Islands loop from Eckartsau

Moderate

5.0

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Orther Islands – Orther Islands loop from Eckartsau

04:21

17.2km

30m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

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Nationalpark Donau-Auen

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1.37 km

Eckartsau Trail in the Donau-Auen National Park

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Wonderful hiking trail through the green meadow landscape. It goes over narrow paths, wooden bridges and along sparkling waters.

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7.56 km

Flood Information Point Donau-Auen National Park

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Located directly on the Danube Cycle Path, which runs along a dam here. You are invited to inform yourself about the current situation from the park supervisor and the rescue services.

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9.60 km

Beautiful section of the trail

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This part of the path leads along a narrow forest path and through meadows.

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10.0 km

Orther Islands

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The Orth Islands are a particularly dynamic habitat. They are located a few hundred meters downstream from the popular Orther Uferhaus.

While the first four islands already rise high out …

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10.0 km

Riverscape in Donau-Auen National Park

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A hike in the Donauau near Orth is a great way to slow down. At the end, a stop at the Uferhaus – the ideal end to a great hiking trip.

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10.1 km

Orther Islands

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On the Danube, the Orther Islands are inviting bathing areas; they are located a few hundred meters downstream from the popular Orther Uferhaus. These islands were created in the flow …

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10.7 km