--- title: "Car-free excursion tips Baroque town of Schärding | Danube region in Upper Austria" url: "https://www.donauregion.at/en/car-free-excursion-tips-baroque-town-schaerding.html" description: Simply explore the Danube region on foot, by bike or by boat without a car from the baroque town of Schärding. image: "https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/user_upload/danube/Logos/Donauregion_OOE/Logo-Donauregion-EN.svg" date: 2025-02-05 modified: 2025-02-05 --- # Car-free excursion tips Baroque town of Schärding | Danube region in Upper Austria ![](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/7/e/csm_RadfahrerInSch%C3%A4rding6_WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals_b941828102.jpg "©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals Donauradweg reloaded, lachende Radfahrer in Schärding") ![](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/7/e/csm_RadfahrerInSch%C3%A4rding6_WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals_eaecbfe5b3.jpg "©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals Donauradweg reloaded, lachende Radfahrer in Schärding") Car-free excursion tips baroque city Schärding ================================================= © Open copyright © ©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals Donauradweg reloaded, lachende Radfahrer in Schärding Close copyright [ Accommodation Booking ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/book-accommodations.html) The baroque pearl of Schärding am Inn is a special kind of town. It breathes history at every turn, but never seems dusty or old-fashioned. Quite the opposite: if you wander through the maze of historic alleyways, squares, promenades and parks, you will feel the liveliness of Schärding. Anyone who has ever been a guest has experienced what it means to be away and yet at home. The town of Schärding is therefore the ideal starting point to explore many attractive excursion destinations in the surrounding area without a car. Where the car has a break on holiday - get inspiration now and really enjoy your holiday in Schärding am Inn. Starting point: [Upper Schärding](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430025409/schaerding-stadtplatz.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") town square, Silberzeile, A-4780 Schärding ![](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/0/7/csm_Mobilit%C3%A4tsspinne_Sch%C3%A4rding_ff474c7ac2.png) [ Overview of excursion tips ](#ttgNCECollapse357170) ------------------------------------------------------- Accommodation in Schärding -------------------------- Schärding offers a wide range of charming accommodation that guarantees visitors an unforgettable stay. Discover the variety and charm of these unique establishments in Schärding. [ ![Colorful houses in the city center with good weather. On the left side, there is a restaurant and a bicycle is parked.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Tourismusverein Schärding") Hotel Stiegenwirt ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/car-free-excursion-tips-baroque-town-schaerding/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/103429/hotel-stiegenwirt.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Tourismusverein Schärding Close copyright [ ![A yellow building with a striking roof and multiple windows. The architecture is traditional and inviting.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Hotel Biedermeier Hof") Hotel Biedermeier-Hof ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/car-free-excursion-tips-baroque-town-schaerding/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/102895/hotel-biedermeier-hof.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Hotel Biedermeier Hof Close copyright [ ![A charming view of the town with colorful buildings and a distinctive corner. In the background, a church steeple is visible.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Stadthotel Schärding") City Hotel Schärding ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/car-free-excursion-tips-baroque-town-schaerding/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/101497/stadthotel-schaerding.html) [ ![](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==) The Lamprecht ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/car-free-excursion-tips-baroque-town-schaerding/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/430029454/n-a.html) [ ![A colorful building with a red facade at a street corner. Next to it, there are houses in blue and yellow.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Das Schaerding") Hotel Das Schärding ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/car-free-excursion-tips-baroque-town-schaerding/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/430020742/hotel-das-schaerding.html) [ ![

A stylish breakfast room with a white facade and several windows. In front of the entrance, there are large potted plants and a marquee area.

](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Hotel Forstinger") Hotel Forstinger - Boutique Hotel Schärding ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/car-free-excursion-tips-baroque-town-schaerding/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/100671/hotel-forstinger-boutique-hotel-schaerding.html) [ ![Colorful buildings with a beautiful facade in blue and red. Flower pots stand under the windows, and a café invites you to linger.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Hotel Eibensteiner") Hotel Eibensteiner ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/car-free-excursion-tips-baroque-town-schaerding/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/102161/hotel-eibensteiner.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Hotel Eibensteiner Close copyright [ ![A pretty yellow house with a balcony and a stone wall in the foreground. The surroundings are green and sunny.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "HAUS 3") House Maria Wagner ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/car-free-excursion-tips-baroque-town-schaerding/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/430029399/haus-maria-wagner.html) [ ![A modern building with a white façade and a gray extension. In front of the house, there is a car on a paved area.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: privat") Flats Alte Innbrücke ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/car-free-excursion-tips-baroque-town-schaerding/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/430022210/appartements-alte-innbruecke.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: privat Close copyright ½- or day trip: shopping & enjoyment in Schärding ----------------------------------------------------- ### Means of transport: on foot © Open copyright © Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich/CM Visuals Städte Shooting, Schärding ein Paar sitzt am Stadtplatz Schärding Close copyright ![Ein entspanntes Paar sitzt am Rande des steinernen Brunnens auf dem belebten Stadtplatz in Schärding. Das sanfte Plätschern des Wassers untermalt ihre Pause vor der farbenfrohen Kulisse der geschichtsträchtigen Silberzeile in dieser barocken Innviertler Stadt.](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/a/c/csm_Schaerding38_TourismusverbandDonauOberoesterreichCMVisuals_63e371a883.jpg "Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich/CM Visuals Städte Shooting, Schärding ein Paar sitzt am Stadtplatz Schärding") [Video](//www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zfaU7iVLjg "The YouTube video will open in a new window.") ### Schärding - Baroque shopping town with charm on the River Inn You can find out which places in Schärding should definitely be visited as part of a leisurely stroll through the town, with great tips for recommended restaurants and attractive shopping opportunities at: 48h in Schärding ### Shopping and restaurant tips in Schärding - [Barista Home](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430036092/barista-home.html) - [Wirtshaus zur Bums'n](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/100158/wirtshaus-zur-bums-n.html) - [Orangery](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/430004099/orangerie.html) - [Vinotheque Vino](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/100737/vinothek-vino.html) - [Lukas Restaurant](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/430006210/lukas-restaurant.html), [Lukas Izakaya](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/430008494/lukas-izakaya.html) - [Restaurant Wassertor](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/430008535/restaurant-wassertor.html) - [BARista Bar](https://www.donauregion.at/gruppen/gastronomiebetriebe-fuer-gruppen/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/103270/barista-cafe-gusto-bar.html) - [Café Konditorei Linzer Bäcker](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/100678/cafe-konditorei-linzer-baecker.html) ### Regional shopping in Schärding Numerous regional specialities can be found in the farm shops and markets in Schärding: - [Dahoam](https://www.donauregion.at/essen-trinken/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/430007667/dahoam-einkehrt-shop-imbiss.html) - [Innviertel nature market](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430027522/innviertler-naturmarkt.html) - [Farmers' and weekly market](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-veranstaltung/detail/430221746/weekly-markets.html) on Schärding town square - [Hanslauerhof farm](https://www.donauregion.at/camping/oesterreich-poi/detail/430026573/hanslauerhof.html) - [Pramtal Alpaca farm shop](https://www.donauregion.at/camping/oesterreich-poi/detail/430029560/pramtal-alpaka-hofladen.html) ½-day trips for cycling enthusiasts ----------------------------------- ### Means of transport: bike or e-bike [ ![Ein Pärchen schiebt seine Fahrräder über den Kopfsteinpflaster-Stadtplatz von Schärding, der mit großen Blumenkübeln und Bäumen dekoriert ist. Im Hintergrund reihen sich bunte Häuser aneinander, während gut besuchte Gastgärten mit Sonnenschirmen die sonnige Atmosphäre lebendig machen.](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/b/7/csm_RadfahrerInSch%C3%A4rding8_WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals_4f122bfe37.jpg "WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbHCM Visuals Donauradweg reloaded, Ein Pärchen schiebt seine Fahrräder über den Stadtplatz von Schärding, umgeben von bunten Häusern, Blumenkübeln und belebten Gastgärten.") R1.01 Inn-Danube loop Circular cycle route ](https://www.donauregion.at/touren.html?tourid=63539658 "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") © Open copyright © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbHCM Visuals Donauradweg reloaded, Ein Pärchen schiebt seine Fahrräder über den Stadtplatz von Schärding, umgeben von bunten Häusern, Blumenkübeln und belebten Gastgärten. Close copyright ### Feel the elemental force of the currents Starting from Schärding town square, you cycle to [the Inn area](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430026575/innlaende.html), where the Inn-Danube circuit begins. River cycling along the Alpine river Inn and the mythical river Danube. A relaxed ride through the last breakthrough valley of the Inn and the Upper Danube and Aschach Valley European nature reserve. The tour takes you to cultural treasures such as the baroque town of Schärding and the three-river town of Passau. On the way back, you cross the rural Sauwald high plateau with a magnificent panoramic descent to Wernstein. Length: 43.7 km Duration: approx. 3 h Elevation gain: 383 m ### Highlights along the route - Baroque town of Schärding (Austria's most beautiful baroque town) - Cultural jewel [Passau](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-stadt-ort/detail/490000001/passau.html) (city of three rivers, royal seat of the "Danube East" ...) - UNESCO World Heritage Site: [Roman Museum Fort Boiotro](https://www.donauregion.at/roemer-an-der-donau/oesterreich-poi/detail/490000092/roemermuseum-kastell-boiotro.html) - [Vornbacher Enge](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/400697/naturschutzgebiet-vornbacher-enge.html) with nature reserve - Panoramic descent to Wernstein [ To the tour ](https://www.donauregion.at/touren.html?tourid=63539658 "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") [ ![](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/d/6/csm_RadfahrerAufDemBaumkronenwegKopfing16_WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals_000b273697.jpg "©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals Donauradweg reloaded, Radfahrer auf dem Baumkronenweg Kopfing") R1.02 Pram-Sauwald tour Circular cycle route ](https://www.donauregion.at/touren.html?tourid=63539903 "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") © Open copyright © ©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals Donauradweg reloaded, Radfahrer auf dem Baumkronenweg Kopfing Close copyright ### From the baroque jewel to the treetops This tour also starts on the [Inn riverbank](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430026575/innlaende.html) in Schärding. From the magnificent baroque town, you cycle through lively farmland to the highest accessible treetop path on the Sauwald high plateau. Through a mosaic of fragrant fields and rustic farm hamlets. Almost flat in the Pramtal valley, hilly ascent from Andorf. A cycle tour full of natural treasures! Please note: this is not a circular tour, the same route must be cycled back. Length: 38.2 km Duration: 2.50 h Elevation gain: 409 m ### Highlights along the route - Baroque town of Schärding - Living farmland (farm hamlets, wayside shrines, ...) - [Kopfing treetop path](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/400279/baumkronenweg.html) (longest treetop path in the world, nature experience world) [ To the tour ](https://www.donauregion.at/touren.html?tourid=63539903 "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") © Open copyright © ©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals Donauradweg reloaded, Radfahrer bei der Mariensäule in Wernstein am Inn Close copyright ![](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/1/7/csm_RadfahrerMariens%C3%A4uleWernsteinAmInn2_WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals_8349d55653.jpg "©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals Donauradweg reloaded, Radfahrer bei der Mariensäule in Wernstein am Inn") Nature & culture on the Inn cy Schärding-Passau-Schärding Nature & culture on the Inn cy Schärding-Passau-Schärding Easy cycle tour along the [Inn Cycle Path](https://www.donauregion.at/radfahren/oesterreich-tour/detail/430001302/r3-innradweg-von-maloja-nach-passau.html) R3 and [Roman Cycle Path](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-tour/detail/490000027/roemerradweg.html) R6 from the charming baroque town of Schärding to the Three Rivers City of Passau and back again. From the Upper Town Square, turn right to the Old Inn Bridge over to the German town of [Neuhaus am Inn](https://www.donauregion.at/orte/oesterreich-stadt-ort/detail/490000051/neuhaus-am-inn.html). Cycle along the Roman cycle path along the river on the Bavarian side to the Ingling power station and on to Passau. From the old town, the cycle tour leads back over the Marienbrücke bridge. After crossing the Inn, turn right along Jahnstraße to the [Boiotro Roman Museum](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/490000092/boiotro-fort-roman-museum.html). From Ingling, follow the Inn cycle path and from then on always within sight of the Inn to Wernstein and back to Schärding. [ To the tour ](https://touren.donauregion.at/de/tour/rad-rundrouten/radrunde-schaerding-passau-schaerding-natur-kultur-am-innradweg/1397342/#caml=9th,27vxgr,80ih1c,0,0&dmdtab=oax-tab1 "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") Schärding-Passau-Schärding, Nature & culture on the Inn cy - turn over the card © Open copyright © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Studio Draussen Zwei Radfahrer posieren lachend mit dem Severinus-Aufsteller am Kastell Boiotro für ein fröhliches Erinnerungsfoto. Close copyright ![Die beiden Radfahrer machen ein Selfie mit dem lebensgroßen Aufsteller von Severinus von Noricum vor dem Römermuseum Kastell Biotro in Passau. Sie lachen fröhlich in die Kamera, während Severinus im Hintergrund in seiner römischen Kleidung abgebildet ist. Die Fahrräder stehen neben ihnen, bereit für die Weiterfahrt auf der Donaulimes Welterbe-Runde.](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/9/1/csm_RoemermuseumKastellBiotroPassau17_WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHStudioDraussen_b333e4d443.jpg "WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Studio Draussen Zwei Radfahrer posieren lachend mit dem Severinus-Aufsteller am Kastell Boiotro für ein fröhliches Erinnerungsfoto.") Danube Limes World Heritage To Passau - Schlögen - Passau Danube Limes World Heritage To Passau - Schlögen - Passau [Take the train](https://fahrplan.oebb.at/webapp/#!P|TP!H|992246 "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") from Schärding railway station to the starting point of the route in Passau. On the Danube cycle path from Passau to Schlögen, carefree cycling pleasure awaits all two-wheel fans on both banks. The [UNESCO World Heritage Danube Limes](https://www.donauregion.at/t3://page?uid=41761) is particularly noticeable along the route and invites you to experience it in a very special way. Discover the Danube Limes World Heritage Site with Severinus, immerse yourself in the eventful history of the Danube Limes World Heritage Site and see what is still there today. Return from Passau by train in the direction of Schärding. [ To the tour ](https://touren.donauregion.at/de/tour/rad-rundrouten/donaulimes-welterbe-runde-gesamttour/805561795/#caml=7ps,28zehu,80stdy,0,0 "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") Passau - Schlögen - Passau, Danube Limes World Heritage To - turn over the card © Open copyright © © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH | Studio Draussen Close copyright ![Zwei Radfahrer setzen ihre Donaulimes Welterbe-Runde fort und fahren dabei an der beeindruckenden Innsteg-Brücke in Passau vorbei, die elegant über die Donau führt. Der Klang des Wassers, das sanft gegen die Ufer prallt, begleitet sie auf ihrem Weg.](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/d/8/csm_DonaulimesWelterbeRundePassau25_WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHStudioDraussen_1b71fa85e7.jpg "© WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH | Studio Draussen") More cycle tours: Schärding and surroundings More cycle tours: Schärding and surroundings - on the [Inn Cycle Path R3](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-tour/detail/430001302/r3-innradweg-von-maloja-nach-passau.html) from **Schärding - Reichersberg - Braunau - Schärding** (approx. 100 km) **Highlight:** [Reichersberg Augustinian Monastery](https://www.oberoesterreich.at/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/100412/stift-reichersberg.html#startdate=06.12.2024&enddate=08.12.2024&occupation=2&removeEmptyItems=false) - on the [Pramtalweg R21](https://www.donauregion.at/staedte/oesterreich-tour/detail/430000403/pramtalradweg-r21.html) from **Schärding - Andorf - Schärding** (approx. 37 km) **Refreshment stop:** [Landhotel Gasthof Bauböck](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/102668/landhotel-gasthof-bauboeck.html#startdate=04.10.2024&enddate=06.10.2024&occupation=2&removeEmptyItems=false) Schärding and surroundings, More cycle tours: - turn over the card Day trip: tour of the old town centre of Schärding for those interested in culture ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Means of transport: on foot ### Old town tour through Schärding Due to the large number of baroque town houses, the fantastic historic squares and the Silberzeile, which is known far beyond the city limits, Schärding even enjoys the reputation of being the most beautiful baroque city in all of Austria. Experience a picturesque tour of Schärding's old town and discover historic sights such as the baroque town square, the water gate and the colourful rows of houses on the Silberzeile. Duration: approx. 50 min Length: 3.2 km [ To the info folder ](https://innradweg.com/uploads/Altstadtrundgang_schaerding_2020.pdf "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") [ ![Paar spaziert durch die malerischen Straßen von Schärding](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/7/e/csm_Schaerding27_TourismusverbandDonauOberoesterreichCMVisuals_ad5f70d7ae.jpg "©TourismusverbandDonauOberösterreichCMVisuals Städte Shooting, Paar in Schärding") Old town tour Schärding ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/car-free-excursion-tips-baroque-town-schaerding/oesterreich-tour/detail/430010067/schaerding-old-town-tour.html) © Open copyright © ©TourismusverbandDonauOberösterreichCMVisuals Städte Shooting, Paar in Schärding Close copyright ½-day excursion: Inn river cruise with Captain Schaurecker ---------------------------------------------------------- ### Means of transport: Ship Enjoy the wild and romantic nature and landscape of the Lower Inn Valley between the enchanting baroque town of Schärding and the charming three-river town of Passau. Experience both the history and the dangers of the former rafting and salt shipping on the Inn on this stretch of river filled with old sagas and legends. Five different cruises and numerous group and special trips are offered. **How to get there:** Starting from Oberer Stadtplatz, it is only a few minutes' walk to the landing stage on Leonhard-Kaiser-Weg. **Duration:** approx. 2 hours **Start:** from 14:00 except Mondays; on Sundays and public holidays the round trip starts at 11:00 [ Inn river cruise ](https://www.donauregion.at/schifffahrt-donau/ausflugsschifffahrt/oesterreich-poi/detail/401624/innschifffahrt-kpt-schaurecker.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") ![Innschifffahrt_Schärding___Oberoesterreich_Tourismus_GmbH_Martin_Fickert__44](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/e/5/csm_Innschifffahrt_Sch%C3%A4rding___Oberoesterreich_Tourismus_GmbH_Martin_Fickert__44__7565547174.jpg "Innschifffahrt_Schärding___Oberoesterreich_Tourismus_GmbH_Martin_Fickert__44") Magazine Story with Captain Schaurecker © Open copyright © Innschifffahrt_Schärding___Oberoesterreich_Tourismus_GmbH_Martin_Fickert__44 Close copyright Day trip for active people in Schärding --------------------------------------- ### Means of transport: on foot If you prefer something a little more sporty and would like to explore Schärding actively, there are numerous hiking trails and running and Nordic walking routes in Schärding and the surrounding area. Directly along the Inn, you can head out of the city through the green Inn floodplains and into the beautiful surrounding countryside. The tranquillity and nature in Schärding can be enjoyed particularly well on the flat routes. ### Hiking trails in and around Schärding - [Schärdinger Innauen](https://touren.donauregion.at/de/tour/wander-rundrouten/schaerdinger-innauen/63233166/#caml=a14,27zcg8,80g2fo,0,0) - [Marienthal path](https://touren.donauregion.at/de/tour/wander-rundrouten/marienthal-weg/60362062/#caml=99c,280upf,80hp7m,0,0) - ["Stoanernes Bankerl"](https://touren.donauregion.at/de/tour/wander-rundrouten/stoanernes-bankerl/60362131/#caml=a14,282jgi,80iufi,0,0) - [Maria Brunnenthal pilgrimage route](https://touren.donauregion.at/de/tour/wander-rundrouten/wallfahrtsweg-maria-brunnenthal/60362004/#caml=a14,281p6i,80joz7,0,0) ### Running and Nordic walking tours - [Running and exercise park](https://www.wernstein.at/system/web/GetDocument.ashx?fileId=1473541&cts=1518162246&name=Datei%20herunterladen%20(3,04%20MB)%20-%20.PDF&ncd=1) "Unterer Inn" - [Limitless round](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-tour/detail/430000408/grenzenlos-runde.html) - [Kreuzberg loop](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-tour/detail/430000413/kreuzberg-runde.html) - [Pram loop](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-tour/detail/430000410/pram-runde.html) - [Au-Round](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-tour/detail/430000409/au-runde.html) Day trip: City trip to Passau ------------------------------ ### Means of transport: Train [ ![Die Stadt Passau erstrahlt in warmen Farben bei Einbruch der Dämmerung aus der Vogelperspektive. Die sanften Wellen der Donau fließen durch die Stadt und reflektieren das goldene Licht der untergehenden Sonne. Die alten Gebäude mit ihren charakteristischen bunten Fassaden sind in ein sanftes Licht gehüllt, was der Stadt einen märchenhaften Charme verleiht.](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/7/5/csm_DonaulimesWelterbeRundePassau54_WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHStudioDraussen_d8d2893c76.jpg "© WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH | Studio Draussen") Three-river city of Passau To the city ](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-stadt-ort/detail/490000001/passau.html) © Open copyright © © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH | Studio Draussen Close copyright ### Discover the three-river city of Passau: Where culture and joie de vivre come together **Information on travelling by bus:** From the town square, it is approx. 1.4 km and a 20-minute walk to Schärding railway station. The regional express train from Schärding to Passau departs from here several times a day. The journey takes approx. 15 minutes. **Note:** please note the current journey times for the return journey. [ To the timetable ](https://fahrplan.oebb.at/webapp/#!P|TP!H|528292 "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") **See & experience Passau** In Passau you can explore sights such as St Stephen's Cathedral, which houses the largest cathedral organ in the world, or the Veste Oberhaus castle complex. [**Here you will find sights, guided tours, shopping and much more to help you plan your visit to Passau**](https://tourismus.passau.de/) **Tip:** It's worth making a detour to the Rindermarkt to sample the finest chocolate specialities at our [**"Treasures & Delicacies"**](https://www.donauregion.at/en/food-and-drink/treasures-delicacies.html)-partner [**Confiserie & Café Simon**](https://www.donauregion.at/genuss-kulinarik/kostbarkeiten-koestlichkeiten/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/490000138/cafe-simon-conditorei-confiserie-am-rindermarkt.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") **to** taste the finest chocolate specialities. [ ![Rad Wandern Gruppe Oberes Donautal, Donauschifffahrt](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/6/c/csm_Donauschifffahrt12_WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHHochhauser_a87044a134.jpg "WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHHochhauser Rad Wandern Gruppe Oberes Donautal, Donauschifffahrt") Experience Passau from the water About shipping ](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/400647/donauschifffahrt-wurm-noe.html) © Open copyright © WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHHochhauser Rad Wandern Gruppe Oberes Donautal, Donauschifffahrt Close copyright **"Three Rivers" city tour** *Daily from 14 March to 8 November 2026* *Every Saturday and Sunday from 28 November to 20 December and daily from 26 to 31 December 2026 (every hour)* **Journey time:** approx. 45 minutes **Peak season** (25 April to 4 October 2026): **every 30 minutes** **Low season** (14 March to 24 April 2026) and **off-season** (from 5 October to 8 November 2026): **every hour** Enjoy unforgettable views of Passau from the comfort of the boat: the Italian flair of the colourful facades, St. Stephen's Cathedral, the mouth of the three rivers, the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers with their different colours. **Tip:** the electrically powered convertible ship MS SUNliner operates in the high season! [ Departure ](https://www.donauschifffahrt.eu/en/dreifluesse-stadtrundfahrt-in-passau/ "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") **Barefoot Boat Passau XL - Sightseeing with a difference** *Daily from 23 May to 4 October 2026* *Trip duration: 11:00 to 12:15* On the round trip on the Barefoot Boat by Til Schweiger, you can explore the city on three rivers up close from the water - completely new perspectives open up. [ Departure ](https://www.donauschifffahrt.eu/en/barefoot-passau-xl/ "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") **Example: Journey on the Barefoot Boat Passau XL** (daily except Monday from 23 May to 4 October 2026) - Departure at 10:09 a.m. from Schärding railway station on Regional Express 150 in the direction of Passau main station - arrival at 10:22 a.m. - Short walk through the town to the landing stage (berth A11 / Fritz-Schäffer-Promenade) - Departure Barefoot Boat in Passau at 11:00 a.m. - end of round trip at 12:15 p.m. - Lunch and tour of Passau, visit to St Stephen's Cathedral and the old town centre - Return to Schärding with the Regional Express 150 at 15:40 - arrival at 15:51 in Schärding [ REX 150 timetable ](https://www.oebb.at/de/dam/jcr:840a0f01-4030-4d0d-8b29-aa511cb82e11/150.pdf "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") ½-day trip to Wernstein am Inn ------------------------------- ### Means of transport: Bus or train Whoever comes to the old shipping town is impressed by it! Wernstein's own romanticism magically attracts visitors. So it is not surprising that the famous artist and graphic designer Alfred Kubin chose this unique place as his home. The landmark of Wernstein is the 17 metre high [Marian column](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/401347/mariensaeule.html) made of sandstone and granite, which was modelled on the Marian column in Munich in 1646. The two [castles of Wernstein](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/400326/burg-wernstein.html) and Neuburg and the [Kubinschlössl Zwickledt](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/400632/kubin-haus.html), the former home and workplace of the world-famous draughtsman Alfred Kubin, are particularly worth a visit. The Kubinhaus can also be reached from Schärding via the [art and nature trail](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430000428/kubin-kunst-und-naturweg-am-unteren-inn.html). Following in the footsteps of Alfred Kubin, you hike along the Inn to Wernstein, where interesting displays allow hikers to immerse themselves in the world of the famous painter. A return journey is also possible with the OÖVV line 817 directly from Zwickledt to Schärding (duration: 12 min.). Duration: 2h 31m Length: 9.6 kilometres [ ![](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/c/4/csm_DrohnenaufnahmeWernsteinAmInn1_WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals_862f56f132.jpg "©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals Donauradweg reloaded, Radfahrer bei der Mariensäule in Wernstein am Inn") Wernstein on the Inn ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/car-free-excursion-tips-baroque-town-schaerding/oesterreich-stadt-ort/detail/430001196/wernstein-am-inn.html) © Open copyright © ©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals Donauradweg reloaded, Radfahrer bei der Mariensäule in Wernstein am Inn Close copyright ### Highlights in Wernstein am Inn - [Art and nature trail](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430000428/kubin-kunst-und-naturweg-am-unteren-inn.html) from Schärding to Wernstein - [Running and exercise park](https://www.wernstein.at/system/web/GetDocument.ashx?fileId=1473541&cts=1518162246&name=Datei%20herunterladen%20(3,04%20MB)%20-%20.PDF&ncd=1) "Unterer Inn" (running & Nordic walking) - [St Mary's footbridge](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/401828/mariensteg.html) - Refreshments at the [Gasthof Mariensäule](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/430009404/landhotel-gasthof-mariensaeule.html) or [Mosthäusl](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/100505/mosthaeusl.html) ### Travelling to Wernstein with the regional bus 817 or the REX. Bus time: 10 min. Train time: 24 min. incl. walk to the station [ To the timetable ](https://www.ooevv.at/de/fahrplaene/fahrplanauskunft.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") Family programme: fun for young and old --------------------------------------- ### Means of transport: Bus or e-bike [ ![](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/6/d/csm_BaumkronenwegKopfing17_WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals_6c7be22d06.jpg "©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals Donauradweg reloaded, Drohnenaufnahme Baumkronenweg Kopfing") Treetop walk in Kopfing ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/car-free-excursion-tips-baroque-town-schaerding/oesterreich-poi/detail/400279/waldentdeckerwelt.html) © Open copyright © ©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals Donauradweg reloaded, Drohnenaufnahme Baumkronenweg Kopfing Close copyright ### High above the treetops on the treetop walk On the [**treetop walk in Kopfing**](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/400279/baumkronenweg.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") an impressive wooden construction stretches 15 metres above the forest floor and over a length of more than 1,000 metres through the treetops of the Sauwald forest. At over 30 adventure stations along the trail, you can explore the flora and fauna of the forest on a guided tour or on your own. In addition, 5,000m2 of adventure playground with a giant swing, low ropes course, 50 m long tunnel slide and much more will make the hearts of children and parents beat faster. Young and old forest explorers can let off steam to their heart's content in the nature adventure park and experience an unforgettable excursion. Duration: 2h 50min Length: 38 km ### Travelling by bus From Schärding bus terminal, take the OÖVV line 822 to Kopfing im Innkreis, duration approx. 40 min. Continue on foot for approx. 22 min to the treetop walk. **Note:** please note the current journey times for the return journey. [ To the timetable ](https://www.ooevv.at/de/fahrplaene/fahrplanauskunft.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") ### Travelling by e-bike The [R1.02 Pram-Sauwald tour](https://www.donauregion.at/touren.html?tourid=63539903) starts at the Innlände in Schärding and leads through the Sauwald high plateau directly to the treetop path. **Please note:** not a circular tour, the same route can be used for the return journey. ½- or day trip: into the cool water by bike ------------------------------------------- ### Means of transport: by bike or on foot **The following public bathing facilities can be reached from Schärding:** - [Stadtbad Schärding](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/203088/stadtbad-schaerding.html) within easy walking distance - Mittich bathing lake / Bavaria [ ![01_Stadtbad Schärding.jpg](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Stadtgemeinde Schärding") Schärding municipal swimming pool ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/car-free-excursion-tips-baroque-town-schaerding/oesterreich-poi/detail/203088/schaerding-outdoor-pool.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Stadtgemeinde Schärding Close copyright [ ![Cyclists in Au an der Donau © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/CMVisuals](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/1/f/csm_Radfahrer_an_der_Donau_Au_Donau_3s___CM_Visuals__3__92f643acc1.jpg "Cyclists in Au an der Donau © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/CMVisuals") Lending centres Bike and e-bike hire in the Danube region ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/danube-cycle-path/bike-rentals.html) © Open copyright © Cyclists in Au an der Donau © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/CMVisuals Close copyright