--- title: "Car-free excursion tips Wellness Oasis Aumühle | Danube region in Upper Austria" url: "https://www.donauregion.at/en/car-free-excursion-tips-wellness-oasis-aumuehle.html" description: Simply explore the Danube region on foot, by bike or by boat without a car from the Wellness Oasis Aumühle. 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 Wellness Oasis Aumühle | Danube region in Upper Austria ![Aumühle Außenansicht Sommer © Aumühle Schöller GmbH](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/5/e/csm_Aum%C3%BChle_Au%C3%9Fenansicht_Sommer___Aum%C3%BChle_Sch%C3%B6ller_GmbH__4__7fedbf5ee0.jpg "Aumühle Außenansicht Sommer © Aumühle Schöller GmbH") ![Aumühle Außenansicht Sommer © Aumühle Schöller GmbH](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/5/e/csm_Aum%C3%BChle_Au%C3%9Fenansicht_Sommer___Aum%C3%BChle_Sch%C3%B6ller_GmbH__4__13fc6e5caa.jpg "Aumühle Außenansicht Sommer © Aumühle Schöller GmbH") Car-free excursion tips Wellness Oasis Aumühle ================================================= © Open copyright © Aumühle Außenansicht Sommer © Aumühle Schöller GmbH Close copyright [ Accommodation Booking ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/book-accommodations.html) Experience well-being in the heart of nature. At the Wellness Oasis Aumühle you can enjoy an unforgettable stay in the countryside, surrounded by a cosy ambience that invites you to hike, cycle and relax. Leave everyday life behind you and pamper yourself. The Wellness Oasis Aumühle in Grein is the ideal starting point for exploring 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 at the Wellness Oasis Aumühle. Grein is easily accessible by [public transport](https://fahrplan.oebb.at/webapp/#!P|TP!H|152971 "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") and there is a shuttle directly to the Wellness Oasis if you book in advance by telephone on [+43 (0) 7268 8130](tel:+43072688130) or by e-mail to . A **bike taxi** is also available for cyclists in summer (by prior arrangement). Starting point: [Wellness Oase Aumühle](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-location/detail/101634/aumuehle-wellnesshotel.html), Panholz 17, A-4360 Grein [ ![](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/9/a/csm_Aum%C3%BChle_Mobilit%C3%A4tsspinne_3fc3949f10.png) Download now ](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/user_upload/danube/Rebrush_2017/Urlaub_vom_Auto/Aum%C3%BChle/Urlaub_vom_Auto_-_Aum%C3%BChle.pdf) [ Overview of excursion tips ](#ttgNCECollapse358564) ------------------------------------------------------- Day trip for hiking enthusiasts ------------------------------- ### Means of transport: on foot © Open copyright © Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich | Sintwerk GmbH: Zwei Freundinnen machen auf einer Brücke im Stillensteinklamm in Bad Kreuzen eine kurze Pause und genießen den Ausblick. Close copyright ![Zwei Freundinnen machen auf einer Brücke im Stillensteinklamm in Bad Kreuzen eine kurze Pause und genießen den Ausblick.](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/f/4/csm_BadKreuzenStillensteinklamm19_TourismusverbandDonauOberoesterreichSintwerkGmbH_6498fbe22d.jpg "Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich | Sintwerk GmbH: Zwei Freundinnen machen auf einer Brücke im Stillensteinklamm in Bad Kreuzen eine kurze Pause und genießen den Ausblick.") Circular walk through the Stillensteinklamm Gorge Circular walk through the Stillensteinklamm Gorge One of the most scenic hiking trails in the Danube region to the [Stillensteinklamm gorge](https://touren.donauregion.at/de/tour/wander-rundrouten/stillensteinklamm-und-hoehenweg/60536571/#caml=a14,2gjhsd,7z8fek,0,0) starts directly from the Wellness Oasis Aumühle. This leads through the gentle Mühlviertel hills on forest and farm tracks, past spectacular granite formations, to the highlight of the hike, the "Stillenstein". The Danube town of [Grein](https://www.donauregion.at/t3://page?uid=20001) with [Greinburg Castle](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/401332/attraktion-schloss-greinburg.html) and the [town theatre](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/401582/hist-stadttheater-grein-1791.html) is also along the way. The hike leads back to the Aumühle via the Höhenweg. **Length:** 15.3 km **Duration:** 4.5 hours **Elevation gain:** approx. 460 metres [ To the tour ](https://touren.donauregion.at/de/tour/wander-rundrouten/stillensteinklamm-und-hoehenweg/60536571/#caml=a14,2gjhsd,7z8fek,0,0) Stillensteinklamm Gorge, Circular walk through the - turn over the card © Open copyright © © Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich | Sintwerk GmbH Close copyright ![Zwei Freundinnen wandern am Kneippweg in Bad Kreuzen und genießen die wunderschöne Natur. Umgeben von üppigem Grün und der ruhigen Atmosphäre des Weges erleben sie die entspannende Wirkung der Umgebung und die wohltuende Frische der Natur.](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/6/4/csm_BadKreuzenKneippweg6_TourismusverbandDonauOberoesterreichSintwerkGmbH_a8e778fd37.jpg "© Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich | Sintwerk GmbH") On the Donausteig through the Mühlviertel hills On the Donausteig through the Mühlviertel hills A stage of the [Donausteig long-distance hiking trail](https://www.donauregion.at/wandern-am-donausteig.html) also runs right past the Wellness Oasis Aumühle. This stage 4 **Waldhausen - Grein** can be hiked in the direction of Bad Kreuzen as well as in the direction of Waldhausen im Strudengau. The Aumühle is located roughly in the middle of the stage and therefore offers an ideal starting point. In summer, the hiking tour to Waldhausen is particularly suitable, which can be rounded off with a dip in the refreshing [bathing lake](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/201449/badesee-waldhausen-im-strudengau.html) and then a cosy snack at [Gasthof Schauer](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/102263/gasthof-schauer.html). **Total length:** 25.8 km **Duration:** 8.5 hours **Altitude metres:** approx. 604 m **Sections** in both directions: approx. 8 km **Duration:** 2 hours [ To the tour ](https://touren.donauregion.at/de/tour/donausteig-etappen/donausteig-etappe-4_g08-waldhausen-grein-gipfelsturm-durch-das/1373113/#caml=9rm,2gi3xh,7zau1q,0,0) Mühlviertel hills, On the Donausteig through the - turn over the card © Open copyright © © Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich | Sintwerk GmbH Close copyright ![Zwei Freundinnen entspannen in der Gradieranlage im Kneippgarten in Bad Kreuzen und genießen die frische Luft. Umgeben von der beruhigenden Atmosphäre des Gartens und dem sanften Nebel der Gradieranlage erleben sie eine wohltuende Auszeit und die belebende Wirkung der gesunden Luft.](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/3/b/csm_BadKreuzenKneippgarten4_TourismusverbandDonauOberoesterreichSintwerkGmbH_cdfad56313.jpg "© Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich | Sintwerk GmbH") Upper Austria's first Hiking village Bad Kreuzen Upper Austria's first Hiking village Bad Kreuzen A tour through the idyllic Strudengau region is probably one of the most beautiful hiking breaks. The ideal starting point for this is Bad Kreuzen, Upper Austria's first hiking village in the Danube region. The programme includes stunning views of the river landscape and lush green hills, such as at the Gobelwarte in Grein, as well as refreshing gorges and ravines. [ To Hiking village ](https://www.donauregion.at/wanderdorf.html) Hiking village Bad Kreuzen, Upper Austria's first - turn over the card ½-day trip for cycling enthusiasts ---------------------------------- ### Means of transport: E-bike ### R1.14 Moonstone tour: From the Danube swirl to the moon(stone) The Mondstein-Tour actually starts in Grein an der Donau. However, as it is a circular route, the Wellness Oasis Aumühle is also an ideal starting point. E-bike fans will be surprised with magnificent views, short climbs, relaxing terraces and many other highlights. Pure cycling pleasure! Cultural highlights: The Kneipp spa town of Bad Kreuzen and the Danube town of Grein. Length: 27 km Duration: 2h 10 min Elevation gain: 558 m **Highlights:** - Summit bike tour with 375 metres ascent - Historic town of Grein with [Greinburg Castle](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/401332/schloss-greinburg.html) and the oldest [municipal theatre](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-poi/detail/401582/municipial-theater-grein.html) in Austria - 360° panoramic observation tower at [Kreuzen Castle](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/101635/burg-kreuzen-schatz-kammer.html#startdate=29.11.2024&enddate=01.12.2024&occupation=2&removeEmptyItems=false) - [Kneipp garden](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430004102/kneipp-garden.html) "Bad Kreuzen" (largest Kneipp garden in Austria) - [Moonstone](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430002432/rastplatz-mondstein.html) (highest point of the tour, mystical place of power) [ ![Radtour Donauradweg Blick Auf Grein Perg © WGD Donau Oberoesterreich Tourismus GmbH CMVisuals](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/9/b/csm_RadtourDonauradwegBlickAufGreinPerg02_WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals_15__750x880px_aabef8b7e2.jpg "Radtour Donauradweg Blick Auf Grein Perg © WGD Donau Oberoesterreich Tourismus GmbH CMVisuals") R1.14 Moonstone tour To the tour ](https://www.donauregion.at/touren.html?tourid=63540313 "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") © Open copyright © Radtour Donauradweg Blick Auf Grein Perg © WGD Donau Oberoesterreich Tourismus GmbH CMVisuals Close copyright ### R1.15 Three-saddle-tour: Mountain biking to the rhythm of the Strudengau hills The R1.15 Three-saddle-tour starts directly at the Aumühle wellness oasis and takes cycling enthusiasts into the fascinating world of the secluded sea of forest hills north of the Strudengau Gorge. Eternal mountain forests, cultivated farmland like oases, high hills, deep ditches and magnificent views await on this cycle tour. Three saddles to cross will boost your ego. In the centre, the historic market town of Waldhausen invites you to take a break. A mountainous cycle tour for connoisseurs! Length: 26.2 km Duration: 2h 10 min Elevation gain: 559 m **Highlights:** - Three saddles in one go: Moarhofer Ebene (70 metres in altitude), Sattl (190 metres in altitude), Dörfl (120 metres in altitude) - Deep view into the Strudengau gorge - [Waldhausen parish church](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/400655/pfarrkirche.html) (divine granite art) - [Waldhausen bathing lake](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/201449/badesee-waldhausen-im-strudengau.html) - [Waldhausen Abbey](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430002656/stift-waldhausen.html) (magnificent abbey church, abbey mummies, festival garden) [ ![](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/2/3/csm_RadfahrerAmDonauradwegSattlPerg06_WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals_2__b205404ff1.jpg "©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals Donauradweg reloaded, Radfahrer sitzen auf einer Bank am Donauradweg Sattl Perg") R1.15 Three saddle tour To the tour ](https://www.donauregion.at/touren.html?tourid=63540313#ipd=63540325 "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") © Open copyright © ©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals Donauradweg reloaded, Radfahrer sitzen auf einer Bank am Donauradweg Sattl Perg Close copyright Day trip for active people: combined cycling & hiking tour to Bad Kreuzen ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Means of transport: e-bike and on foot ### Upper Austria's first hiking village Bad Kreuzen Pure hiking pleasure in Upper Austria's first hiking village in Bad Kreuzen. From the Wellness Oasis Aumühle, it is only 12 kilometres by bike on the beautiful [R1.14 Mondstein circuit](https://touren.donauregion.at/de/tour/rad-rundrouten/r1.14-mondstein-runde/63540313/#caml=9q6,2girg6,7ze9xq,0,0) to the hiking village. Starting from the hiking starting point in front of the municipal office, numerous varied hikes in the idyllic Strudengau region await hiking fans. From refreshing gorges and ravines to panoramic hikes that will make your heart beat faster. **Outward journey:** 12 kilometres by bike on the [R1.14 Mondstein circuit](https://touren.donauregion.at/de/tour/rad-rundrouten/r1.14-mondstein-runde/63540313/#caml=9q6,2girg6,7ze9xq,0,0) **Duration**: 50 min ### Hikes in the hiking village of Bad Kreuzen: - Hike to the [Wolf Gorge](https://www.donauregion.at/wanderdorf/wander-rundwege-in-bad-kreuzen.html#ipd=60536061) - [Kneipp path Bad Kreuzen](https://www.donauregion.at/wanderdorf/wander-rundwege-in-bad-kreuzen.html#ipd=60536204) - [Kreuzen Danube view tour](https://www.donauregion.at/wanderdorf/wander-rundwege-in-bad-kreuzen.html#ipd=1385367) - [Frauenstein circular trail](https://www.donauregion.at/wanderdorf/wander-rundwege-in-bad-kreuzen.html#ipd=60536425) - [Stelzhamer trail](https://www.donauregion.at/wanderdorf/wander-rundwege-in-bad-kreuzen.html#ipd=60536308) - Bad Kreuzen [village circuit](https://www.donauregion.at/bad-kreuzen/oesterreich-tour/detail/430010100/dorfrunde.html) incl. Austria's largest Kneipp garden Click here for all [hikes incl. tour descriptions](https://www.donauregion.at/wanderdorf/wander-rundwege-in-bad-kreuzen.html). Find out more about Bad Kreuzen's sights and insider tips **in the new** [**hiking map** ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/danube-brochures.html)or book a guided hike with one of our **certified hiking guides**! ![Zwei Freundinnen wandern in der Nähe vom Pichler Bankerl und genießen die Natur um sich herum. Der malerische Wanderweg führt sie durch eine idyllische Landschaft, die einen herrlichen Blick auf die Umgebung bietet.](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/9/f/csm_BadKreuzenOrtsansichtPichlerBankerl3_TourismusverbandDonauOberoesterreichSintwerkGmbH_8e84eea6f4.jpg "Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich/Sintwerk GmbH Zwei Freundinnen wandern beim Pichler Bankerl in Bad Kreuzen durch die idyllische, malerische Hügellandschaft.") Upper Austria's first hiking village Bad Kreuzen Hiking break in the idyllic Strudengau region © Open copyright © Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich/Sintwerk GmbH Zwei Freundinnen wandern beim Pichler Bankerl in Bad Kreuzen durch die idyllische, malerische Hügellandschaft. Close copyright [ ![Die beiden Freundinnen genießen den Aussichtspunkt auf dem Weiserhöhe Rundweg in Bad Kreuzen. Ein bronzenes Herz mit der Aufschrift ‚Willkommen‘ markiert diesen besonderen Ort und lädt dazu ein, die beeindruckende Aussicht in Ruhe auf sich wirken zu lassen.](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/b/2/csm_BadKreuzenWeiserhoehe15_TourismusverbandDonauOberoesterreichSintwerkGmbH_25e947920e.jpg "Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich | Sintwerk GmbH: Die beiden Freundinnen genießen den Aussichtspunkt auf dem Weiserhöhe Rundweg in Bad Kreuzen. Ein bronzenes Herz mit der Aufschrift ‚Willkommen‘ markiert diesen besonderen Ort und...") Kreuzner heartbeat round All highlights on one tour ](https://touren.donauregion.at/de/tour/wander-rundrouten/kreuzner-herzklopfen-runde/61547027/ "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") © Open copyright © Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich | Sintwerk GmbH: Die beiden Freundinnen genießen den Aussichtspunkt auf dem Weiserhöhe Rundweg in Bad Kreuzen. Ein bronzenes Herz mit der Aufschrift ‚Willkommen‘ markiert diesen besonderen Ort und... Close copyright The new Bad Kreuzner "Highlight-Runde" combines the most beautiful places and paths into an enjoyable circular hike with the motto "switch off, experience and enjoy! The certified circular route includes all the sights in Bad Kreuzen and makes hikers' hearts beat faster. Fantastic views such as those from Kreuzen Castle and refreshing gorges such as the Wolfsschlucht gorge await along the varied tour. Even the composer Anton Bruckner was enthusiastic about Bad Kreuzen during his lifetime! **Total length:** 10.3 km **Duration:** approx. 3 hours. [ ![Zwei Freundinnen nehmen am Grillworkshop beim Steinzeitgrillen mit Leo Gradl im Stillen Tal in Bad Kreuzen teil und hören ihm aufmerksam zu. Während Leo Gradl seine Grilltechniken und Steinzeitmethoden erklärt, lernen sie die Kunst des Grillens auf traditionelle Weise kennen.](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/8/c/csm_BadKreuzenSteinzeitgrillenLeoGradl7_TourismusverbandDonauOberoesterreichSintwerkGmbH_1c1eb6c960.jpg "© Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich | Sintwerk GmbH") Hiking & Stone Age barbecue Summer offer - valid from June to September ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/car-free-excursion-tips-wellness-oasis-aumuehle/oesterreich-angebot/detail/10343/stone-age-barbecue-at-the-schurzmuehlbach.html) © Open copyright © © Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich | Sintwerk GmbH Close copyright That sounds like a perfect combination. In summer (from June to September) in Bad Kreuzen along the [Silent Valley](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-tour/detail/430001616/stilles-tal.html) circular trail there is the opportunity to take an enjoyable break halfway along the trail at the Schürzbach mill and enjoy a cosy barbecue next to the Schürzbach stream. Local steaks are included in the [barbecue package](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-angebot/detail/10343/steinzeitgrillen-am-schurzmuehlbach.html), which can then be grilled at the rustic fireplace. You then hike the circular route back to Bad Kreuzen. A perfect programme for warm summer evenings! **Total length:** 5.7 km **Duration:** 1 hour 45 min. [ ![Zwei Freundinnen kaufen leckere regionale Produkte für ihre Wanderung beim KuliNAHrium in Bad Kreuzen. Die Auswahl an hochwertigen, lokalen Spezialitäten bietet ihnen eine köstliche Ergänzung für ihre Tour und unterstützt gleichzeitig die regionale Landwirtschaft.](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/1/9/csm_BadKreuzenKuliNAHrium_TourismusverbandDonauOberoesterreichSintwerkGmbH_e4d0385bf5.jpg "© Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich | Sintwerk GmbH") Hiking snack to take away ](https://www.donauregion.at/wanderdorf/oesterreich-angebot/detail/10345/regionale-schmankerl-geniessen-und-rein-ins-bad-kreuzner-wander-vergnuegen.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") © Open copyright © © Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich | Sintwerk GmbH Close copyright **Pleasure that doesn't stay on the hiking trail.** A savoury regional hiking snack to take away? A full hiking rucksack with tasty treats in Bad Kreuzen is available to-go at the [KuliNAHrium farm shop](https://www.donauregion.at/wanderdorf/oesterreich-angebot/detail/10345/regionale-schmankerl-geniessen-und-rein-ins-bad-kreuzner-wander-vergnuegen.html). Simply book in advance, set off on your hike and enjoy! Day trip for active people: Combined cycling & hiking tour to the Gobelwarte -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Means of transport: e-bike and on foot Starting from the Wellness Oasis, the [R1.14 Mondstein circuit](https://touren.donauregion.at/de/touren/#caml=8hk,2gw3uv,7z7b4j,0,0&filter=r-fullyTranslatedLangus-,r-openState-,sb-sortedBy-undefined&zc=12.,14.93042,48.23908) takes you downhill by e-bike to Grein, a fast-paced start to the combined cycling and hiking tour. From Grein town centre, head towards [the Motorikpark](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430028572/generationen-motorikpark.html), where you can park your bike and take the [circular route to the Gobelwarte](https://touren.donauregion.at/de/tour/wander-rundrouten/gobelwarte-rundweg/60536603/#caml=asw,2gdenw,7z2xc8,0,0). The varied, easy circular hike offers a fantastic [360° panoramic view](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430027816/gobelwarte.html) of Grein and the Strudengau region (even as far as the Alps in fine weather) and animal highlights. Return to the hotel by e-bike. Alternatively, you can travel to and from Grein on the OÖVV line 381. **Cycle tour to Grein:** Total length: 5.3 km Duration: 16 min. **Circular hiking trail:** Total length: 5.2 km Duration: 1 hour 40 min. [ ![Zwei Freundinnen genießen den wundervollen Ausblick von der Gobelwarte Grein.](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/f/0/csm_GobelwarteGreinDonausteig7_TourismusverbandDonauOberoesterreichKuscheiart_10f145f312.jpg "Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich | Kuscheiart: Zwei Freundinnen genießen den wundervollen Ausblick von der Gobelwarte Grein.") Gobelwarte Grein ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/car-free-excursion-tips-wellness-oasis-aumuehle/oesterreich-poi/detail/430027816/gobelwarte.html) © Open copyright © Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich | Kuscheiart: Zwei Freundinnen genießen den wundervollen Ausblick von der Gobelwarte Grein. Close copyright Day trip for active people: combined cycle & adventure tour to Waldhausen ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Means of transport: e-bike & on foot As the starting point of the [R1.15 Three Saddle Tour](https://touren.donauregion.at/de/tour/rad-rundrouten/r1.15-drei-sattel-runde/63540325/#caml=9y3,2grkra,7zbwaf,0,0), the Wellness Oasis Aumühle is perfect for a combined day trip to [Waldhausen im Strudengau](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-stadt-ort/detail/430001088/waldhausen-im-strudengau.html). Numerous cultural highlights are waiting to be discovered in the market town. [Waldhausen Abbey](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430002656/stift-waldhausen.html) with its magnificent [collegiate church](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/400086/stiftskirche-waldhausen-im-strudengau.html) and numerous organ concerts is particularly worth a visit. In summer, the [Waldhausen swimming lake](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/201449/badesee-waldhausen-im-strudengau.html) and the [Shapeland](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430018261/shapeland.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") wakeboard facility offer action-packed water fun for young and old. A great view over the Strudengau region can be enjoyed from the [lookout point with the Heimkehrerkreuz cross](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/401873/aussichtswarte-mit-heimkehrerkreuz.html), which can be reached via a short forest hike from the town centre. ### Culinary recommendation in Waldhausen The family-run [Gasthof Schauer](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/102263/gasthof-schauer.html) right on the market square with a cosy restaurant and overnight accommodation. [ ![](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/1/f/csm_RadfahrerMitBlickAufWaldhausen07_WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals_5__7c7498fb21.jpg "©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals Donauradweg reloaded, Radfahrer sitzen auf einer Bank mit Blick auf Waldhausen") Waldhausen im Strudengau ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/car-free-excursion-tips-wellness-oasis-aumuehle/oesterreich-stadt-ort/detail/430001088/waldhausen-strudengau-region.html) © Open copyright © ©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals Donauradweg reloaded, Radfahrer sitzen auf einer Bank mit Blick auf Waldhausen Close copyright ½- or day trip to Grein for those interested in culture ------------------------------------------------------- ### Means of transport: Bus & on foot ### Grein: The pearl of the Strudengau The former shipping town of Grein is nestled between the Danube and granite. Here, the mighty Danube, steeped in history, combines with the unspoilt, gentle Mühlviertel hills. Inns, patisseries and cafés invite you to linger. **Travelling to Grein:** there is a bus stop right next to the Wellness Oasis Aumühle, from where the OÖVV line 381 runs to Grein. **Duration:** 8 min. bus journey For timetable information - please also note the current journey times for the return journey: [verkehrsauskunft.ooevv.at](https://verkehrsauskunft.ooevv.at/) ![](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/d/8/csm_BlickAufGrein14_TourismusverbandDonauOberoesterreichGoodMorningWorldMelanieSchillinger_ec9ff3b9b1.jpg "©TourismusverbandDonauOberoesterreichGoodMorningWorldMelanieSchillinger Machland/Strudengau, Blick auf Grein") Grein on the Danube © Open copyright © ©TourismusverbandDonauOberoesterreichGoodMorningWorldMelanieSchillinger Machland/Strudengau, Blick auf Grein Close copyright ### What you should definitely experience in Grein [ ![Über dem Städtchen Grein an der Donau thront Schloss Greinburg, das älteste Wohnschloss Österreichs. Unterhalb des Schlosses fließt die Donau.](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/c/2/csm_SchlossGreinburgLuftaufnahme_FotoRanfilm_fc48a2e204.jpg "Foto Ranfilm: Schloss Greinburg, das älteste Wohnschloss Österreichs, thront über dem Städtchen Grein an der Donau.") Greinburg Castle ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/car-free-excursion-tips-wellness-oasis-aumuehle/oesterreich-poi/detail/401332/castle-greinburg.html) © Open copyright © Foto Ranfilm: Schloss Greinburg, das älteste Wohnschloss Österreichs, thront über dem Städtchen Grein an der Donau. Close copyright Greinburg Castle has watched over the town and the river for half a millennium. Visitors can look forward to a variety of representative rooms from the Middle Ages, Renaissance and Baroque periods. Historical ceremonial rooms await visitors on a tour of the castle: the **magnificent arcaded courtyard**, the **imposing Knights' Hall** and the **castle chapel**. The **Sala Terrena** , lined with Danube pebbles, and the **diamond vault** with its fascinating interplay of light and shadow are unique. **Opening hours:** 1 May to 26 October [ ![Stadttheater Grein © Bruno Brandstetter](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/4/a/csm__DSC3985_0ca619d91f.jpg "Stadttheater Grein © Bruno Brandstetter") Grein Municipal Theatre ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/car-free-excursion-tips-wellness-oasis-aumuehle/oesterreich-poi/detail/401582/municipial-theater-grein.html) © Open copyright © Stadttheater Grein © Bruno Brandstetter Close copyright The historic Grein Municipal Theatre (1791) is the oldest preserved civic theatre in Austria. Many special features can be seen: Original preserved barrier seats; a privy, only separated from the auditorium by a curtain, the Napoleon's box and much more. In the newly designed city museum, you can learn more about the eventful history of the city and the theatre's history from its beginnings to the present day. **Opening hours:** Open from 1 May to 30 September **Tip:** The [DONAU.Erlebnis Card](https://www.donauregion.at/en/donau-card.html) is valid here! ### Culinary highlights in Grein Grein not only has a lot to offer culturally, but also in terms of cuisine, with sweet delicacies and homemade ice cream from the [Schörgi patisserie](https://www.donauregion.at/grein/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/103351/cafe-konditorei-schoergi.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster") and traditional Austrian cuisine at the [Gasthof Zur Traube](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/102232/gasthof-zur-traube-grein.html#startdate=13.12.2024&enddate=15.12.2024&occupation=2&removeEmptyItems=false "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster"). **Further culinary insider tips in Grein:** - [Blumensträußl coffee shop](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/101689/kaffeesiederei-blumenstraeussl.html) - [Heuriger on the town square](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/430009280/heuriger-am-stadtplatz.html) - [Vinothek Heilmann](https://www.donauregion.at/grein/oesterreich-gastronomie/detail/430008218/vinothek-heilmann.html) **Further tips for Grein:** - [Motor skills park](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430028572/generationen-motorikpark.html) - [Planet trail](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430029314/planetenweg.html) Day trip: By bike to the Danube freshener ----------------------------------------- ### Means of transport: bike or e-bike ### Cycling to public bathing facilities The following public bathing facilities can be reached via the new e-bike circular routes: [ ![](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/d/7/csm_RadfahrerAufDemBadeseeWaldhausen02_WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals_3__1fa32e3ff0.jpg "©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals Donauradweg reloaded, Radfahrer sitzen am Steg auf dem Badesee in Waldhausen") Waldhausen bathing lake ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/car-free-excursion-tips-wellness-oasis-aumuehle/oesterreich-poi/detail/201449/waldhausen-swimming-lake.html) © Open copyright © ©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals Donauradweg reloaded, Radfahrer sitzen am Steg auf dem Badesee in Waldhausen Close copyright - [**Waldhausen swimming lake in Strudengau**](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/201449/badesee-waldhausen-im-strudengau.html "Link öffnet sich in neuem Fenster")- on the [R1.15](https://www.donauregion.at/touren.html?tourid=63540313#ipd=63540325) **Tip:** The [DONAU.Erlebnis Card](https://www.donauregion.at/donau-card.html) is valid here! - [**Grein outdoor pool**](https://www.donauregion.at/badespass/freibad/oesterreich-poi/detail/201314/freibad-grein.html#distance=42069)- on the [R1.14](https://www.donauregion.at/touren.html?tourid=63540313) **Tip:** The [DONAU.Erlebnis Card](https://www.donauregion.at/donau-card.html) is valid here! - [**Bad Kreuzen adventure pool -**](https://www.donauregion.at/badespass/freibad/oesterreich-poi/detail/201450/erlebnisbad-bad-kreuzen.html#distance=38477)on the[**R1.14**](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-tour/detail/430008583/r1-14-mondstein-runde.html) **Tip:** The [DONAU.Erlebnis Card](https://www.donauregion.at/donau-card.html) is valid here! **For sporty water rats**: Water skiing and wakeboarding in Waldhausen: [Shapeland](https://www.donauregion.at/wasserski/oesterreich-poi/detail/430018261/shapeland.html#distance=48920) The wakeboard facility or water ski lift is located at the beautiful Waldhausen bathing lake and offers fun for young and young at heart, for beginners and pros! **Tip:** The [DONAU.Erlebnis Card](https://www.donauregion.at/donau-card.html) is valid here, by telephone arrangement on +43 676 9401052 **Other swimming options in the surrounding area:** - [St. Nikola outdoor pool](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/202748/freibad-sankt-nikola.html) - Ideal as a bad weather programme: [Vitalwelt Perg](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/201011/vitalwelt-perg.html) ½ -day trip for archers ----------------------- ### Means of transport: on foot ### Strudengau-Aumühle/Grein Archery Club The BSC-Strudengau offers experienced archers and beginners two courses with a total of 64 3D targets on an extensive and varied archery terrain in the Mühlviertel hills. [ ![Strudengau-Aumühle/Grein archery club in Grein: A person holds a bow and aims an arrow at a target in the distance. She is standing on a green meadow, surrounded by buildings in the neighbourhood.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Bruno Brandstetter") Strudengau Archery Club directly at the Aumühle ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/car-free-excursion-tips-wellness-oasis-aumuehle/oesterreich-poi/detail/430025881/archery-course-aumuehle.html) © Open copyright © Copyright: Bruno Brandstetter Close copyright ½-day excursion for herb fans ----------------------------- ### Means of transport: bike or e-bike ### Medicinal herbs workshop in the Curhaus Medicinal herbs not only support physical health, nature also has valuable herbal treasures for mental well-being. The Curhaus Bad Kreuzen offers a medicinal herb workshop that introduces the knowledge and use of various herbs. **Pre-registration** for the herbal workshop necessary at +43 7266 6281 or **Dates**: Tuesdays from 16:00-18:00 **Arrival:** on the[**R1.14 Moonstone circuit**](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-tour/detail/430008583/r1-14-mondstein-runde.html) to Bad Kreuzen Length**:** 14km Duration**:** 45 min [ ![](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/f/7/csm_Kr%C3%A4uterBadM%C3%BChllacken13_WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHErber_46bcd2a0de.jpg "©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHErber Curhaus Bad Mühllacken Shooting, Kräuterexpertin informiert Gäste über Kräuter") Curhaus Marienschwestern Bad Kreuzen ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/car-free-excursion-tips-wellness-oasis-aumuehle/oesterreich-unterkunft/detail/102381/curhaus-bad-kreuzen-1-zentrum-fuer-tem.html) © Open copyright © ©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHErber Curhaus Bad Mühllacken Shooting, Kräuterexpertin informiert Gäste über Kräuter Close copyright Animal excursion for young and old ---------------------------------- ### Means of transport: e-bike or on foot ### Moonstone alpacas They are, among other things, the oldest farm animals in the world and perfect companions - alpacas. These lovable and curious creatures also feel at home in our latitudes, especially in the Danube region. In Bad Kreuzen, an alpaca hike around the Moonstone offers pure relaxation and nature! **How to get there:** The alpaca farm can be reached by bike in just 10 minutes from the Wellness Oasis Aumühle, or you can take a 30-minute walk through the hilly landscape of Strudengau. [ ![](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/3/6/csm_AlpakasVonRottenbergBadMuehllacken16_WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHGoodMorningWorldMelanieSchillinger_a292c15246.jpg "©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHGoodMorningWorldMelanieSchillinger Oberes Donautal, Alpakas von Rottenberg in Bad Mühllacken") Moonstone alpacas ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/car-free-excursion-tips-wellness-oasis-aumuehle/oesterreich-poi/detail/430025880/mondstein-alpakas.html) © Open copyright © ©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHGoodMorningWorldMelanieSchillinger Oberes Donautal, Alpakas von Rottenberg in Bad Mühllacken Close copyright Day trip: Shopping & gourmet trip to Perg --------------------------------------------- ### Means of transport: Bus & train ### Perg - a bustling shopping town between Machland and the Mühlviertel hills The charming shopping town of Perg offers a variety of shopping opportunities in small boutiques and speciality shops. Stroll along the shopping street and discover the shopping world of Perg, from fashion and accessories to regional specialities. **Getting there:** take the OÖVV bus line 381 directly from the Wellness Oasis Aumühle to Grein. Then continue with the Danube bank railway 133 from Grein to Perg. [To the timetable information](https://verkehrsauskunft.ooevv.at/) - please also note the current journey times for the return journey! Which places in Perg should definitely be visited as part of a leisurely stroll through the town, including great tips for recommended restaurants and attractive shopping opportunities: Experience Perg in 48h ![Paar shoppt im Gusto Speis II in Perg](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/7/3/csm_Gusto1_amp_2Perg14_TourismusverbandDonauOberoesterreichCMVisuals_792e8c5bce.jpg "©TourismusverbandDonauOberösterreichCMVisuals Städte Shooting, Paar shoppt im Gusto Speis II in Perg") Perg The lively shopping and event city. © Open copyright © ©TourismusverbandDonauOberösterreichCMVisuals Städte Shooting, Paar shoppt im Gusto Speis II in Perg Close copyright Experience the Danube region ---------------------------- ### Culinary experiences & discounts Shop regionally at the farm shops in Strudengau and savour and enjoy local delicacies from the Danube region. - [Biohof Hinterkirner](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430025888/biohof-hinterkirner-familie-heimel.html) - Heimel family - [KuliNAHrium](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430036600/kulinahrium-bad-kreuzen.html) Bad Kreuzen - [Speck-Alm](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430004122/speck-alm.html) Bad Kreuzen - [Organic farm Starzhofer](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430004114/bio-hof-starzhofer.html) - [Hofgoas](https://www.donauregion.at/oesterreich-poi/detail/430035951/hofgoas.html) in Mitterdörfl - Decorative wood Romana Schopf With the [Danube Experience Card](https://www.donauregion.at/donau-card.html) you receive numerous **discounts** from our service partners: [ ![](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/_processed_/f/7/csm_DONAU.Erlebnis_Card_Bild_1a26cd6804.jpg "DONAU.Erlebnis Card") DONAU.experience card ](https://www.donauregion.at/donau-card.html) © Open copyright © DONAU.Erlebnis Card Close copyright No e-bike? No problem. Hire bikes and e-bikes from our hire centres in the Danube region now: [ ![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 ](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