--- title: St. Nikola ~ Donau url: "https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort/detail/430001084/st-nikola-donau.html" description: In the center of the fabled Strudengau there is the old sailor Market St. Nikola ~ Danube. date: 2015-07-24 modified: 2026-03-05 --- # St. Nikola ~ Donau St. Nikola ~ Donau ==================== St. Nikola an der Donau, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/298875/3ED3AAD6D3BB4ECD256C79AECDDE9C0DC634E24DC435853A15DD306597C5D984/westpanorama-jpg.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/298876/F059889885FB2BDE6510205AB513FCD576017D991D3A902EA4931CCBA1FF2977/donaupanorama-jpg.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/298877/6147AA02A59FD5A55DC853D73B00E98BE10210B3FD9BA706B39FB2E36B4443F6/dscf0021-jpg.jpg) © Open copyright © Ebner Willi Close copyright [ ![An idyllic mountain landscape with a picturesque village on the banks of a lake. The village consists of several houses with traditional architecture, surrounded by green hills and forests. A church with a striking tower stands out from the village. Overall, the picture conveys a peaceful and natural atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298875/3ED3AAD6D3BB4ECD256C79AECDDE9C0DC634E24DC435853A15DD306597C5D984/westpanorama-jpg.jpg "© Ebner Willi") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298875/3ED3AAD6D3BB4ECD256C79AECDDE9C0DC634E24DC435853A15DD306597C5D984/westpanorama-jpg.jpg) © Open copyright © Ebner Willi Close copyright [ ![A river landscape with a passenger ship travelling on the water. The banks are overgrown with dense, green forest that extends to the mountain ridges in the background. A local church with a striking red tower can be seen on the shore.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298876/F059889885FB2BDE6510205AB513FCD576017D991D3A902EA4931CCBA1FF2977/donaupanorama-jpg.jpg "© Ebner Willi") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298876/F059889885FB2BDE6510205AB513FCD576017D991D3A902EA4931CCBA1FF2977/donaupanorama-jpg.jpg) © Open copyright © Ebner Willi Close copyright [ ![A steamboat full of passengers sails across a river, surrounded by dense vegetation and trees. The ship has several decks and a striking silhouette with a tall smokestack. The passengers seem to be enjoying the journey and are spread out on the various decks.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298877/6147AA02A59FD5A55DC853D73B00E98BE10210B3FD9BA706B39FB2E36B4443F6/dscf0021-jpg.jpg "© Ebner Willi") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298877/6147AA02A59FD5A55DC853D73B00E98BE10210B3FD9BA706B39FB2E36B4443F6/dscf0021-jpg.jpg) © Open copyright © Ebner Willi Close copyright [ ![A traditional building with a light-coloured façade on the banks of a river, surrounded by green hills and wooded mountains.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298878/9C5E03251858515007B8709968174579E8E51382849162409023D92911C19311/st-nikola-bild-jpg.jpg "© Ebner Willi") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298878/9C5E03251858515007B8709968174579E8E51382849162409023D92911C19311/st-nikola-bild-jpg.jpg) © Open copyright © Marktgemeinde St. Nikola an der Donau Close copyright [ ![A picturesque landscape with a village on the shores of a lake, surrounded by wooded hills and mountains. The houses with their colourful facades are reflected in the calm water, creating a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298884/334642FB6C173A251C9B9CDACD0A857079D679E10FDB3067632CCC2E38502813/blick-nach-sarmingstein.jpg "© Marktgemeinde St. Nikola an der Donau") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298884/334642FB6C173A251C9B9CDACD0A857079D679E10FDB3067632CCC2E38502813/blick-nach-sarmingstein.jpg) © Open copyright © Marktgemeinde St. Nikola an der Donau Close copyright [ ![A picturesque setting with a river meandering through a wooded landscape. A passenger boat sails downstream, surrounded by autumn-coloured trees and a hiking trail that stretches along the riverbank.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298885/9585B05495C9F07CA6C4FE11B95DA432AB3496B509B5777B67082F6795E90E3D/blick-richtung-ruine-werfenstein.jpg "© Marktgemeinde St. Nikola an der Donau") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298885/9585B05495C9F07CA6C4FE11B95DA432AB3496B509B5777B67082F6795E90E3D/blick-richtung-ruine-werfenstein.jpg) © Open copyright © Ebner Willi Close copyright [ ![A snow-covered mountain landscape with a river meandering through the valley. A traditional building can be seen in the valley, presumably a hotel or a residential building. The landscape is surrounded by high snow-covered mountains that radiate a calm and peaceful atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298879/04E4A874C20F251B8E993539C0D2F1FAD2AC96FAB0530479A6CB21F6316499C2/wanderung0604024-jpg.jpg "© Ebner Willi") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298879/04E4A874C20F251B8E993539C0D2F1FAD2AC96FAB0530479A6CB21F6316499C2/wanderung0604024-jpg.jpg) © Open copyright © Ebner Willi Close copyright [ ![A wintry landscape with snow-covered trees and hills. A brightly lit area can be seen in the centre of the scene, presumably representing a blanket of snow. Further wooded hills and a slightly cloudy sky through which the sun is shining can be seen on the horizon.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298880/035B7E0B7934B06131257C5319342FA511418716B6B4ED10FE5DB288C14E9F8E/wanderung0604021-jpg.jpg "© Ebner Willi") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298880/035B7E0B7934B06131257C5319342FA511418716B6B4ED10FE5DB288C14E9F8E/wanderung0604021-jpg.jpg) © Open copyright © Ebner Willi Close copyright [ ![A snow-covered path leads through a wintry landscape. Mountains and forests can be seen in the background. A group of people are out and about, wearing warm clothing to protect themselves from the cold.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298881/548E3EFD933B68231B976596F4A5C01FCEE6F14B0C6745DEA0105B5EB9501F0B/wanderung0604020-jpg.jpg "© Ebner Willi") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298881/548E3EFD933B68231B976596F4A5C01FCEE6F14B0C6745DEA0105B5EB9501F0B/wanderung0604020-jpg.jpg) © Open copyright © Ebner Willi Close copyright [ ![A winter landscape with a traditional wooden house and snow-covered surroundings. Snow-covered trees and a snow-covered path are visible. The house has a gabled roof and a chimney. The scene appears peaceful and calm.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298882/B1CB874D5AD5C416E551532A02517097C6FA0FD6592D993E3FB8C6A41B7B51A8/wanderung0604012-jpg.jpg "© Ebner Willi") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298882/B1CB874D5AD5C416E551532A02517097C6FA0FD6592D993E3FB8C6A41B7B51A8/wanderung0604012-jpg.jpg) © Open copyright © Ebner Willi Close copyright [ ![A snow-covered forest path winds its way through the snowy landscape. Tall trees with snow-covered branches tower up on either side, creating a wintery panorama. The path is immaculately white, as if it had just absorbed the fresh snowfall. A peaceful and idyllic winter scene.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/298883/930C9F20190BC8ED32D3AF4D68F143B17EBDC15700E9972CFC4BE78706830FA7/wanderung0604014-jpg.jpg "© Ebner Willi") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/298883/930C9F20190BC8ED32D3AF4D68F143B17EBDC15700E9972CFC4BE78706830FA7/wanderung0604014-jpg.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. St. Nikola 16 4381 St. Nikola an der Donau [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=St.%20Nikola%2016%2C%204381%20St.%20Nikola%20an%20der%20Donau "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=St.%20Nikola%2016%2C%204381%20St.%20Nikola%20an%20der%20Donau "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=48.232930880990224&lon=14.905405998142685&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-osm-summer-original&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) In the center of the fabled Strudengau there is the old sailor Market St. Nikola ~ Danube. Nestled between forested mountains and the river, this area is one of the most scenic parts of the Danube valley. Well-run restaurants and private pensions offer comfort and the best from kitchen and cellar. Silent woods and trails ideal for long hikes, past lookouts with stunning views over the Danube, castles and ruins. [ Facts ](#ttgCollapseDatenFakten) ------------------------------------ - 853Inhabitants - 13 km²Area - 230 - 580 m ASLElevation - 48.23, 14.91GPS coordinates [ What’s on in St. Nikola ~ Donau ](#ttgCollapseDetailinformationen) ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [Accommodations](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-unterkuenfte/detail/430001084/st-nikola-donau/unterkuenfte.html) [Event centres](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-locations/detail/430001084/st-nikola-donau/veranstaltungszentren.html) [Gastronomy](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-gastronomie/detail/430001084/st-nikola-donau.html) [Tours](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-touren/detail/430001084/st-nikola-donau.html) [Events](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-veranstaltungen/detail/430001084/st-nikola-donau.html) [Packages](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-angebote/detail/430001084/st-nikola-donau.html) [ Leisure facilities ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430001084/st-nikola-donau/freizeiteinrichtungen.html) [ Service and attendance ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430001084/st-nikola-donau/infrastruktur.html) [ Sights ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430001084/st-nikola-donau/sehenswuerdigkeiten.html) [ Sport facilities ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430001084/st-nikola-donau/sporteinrichtungen.html) [ Association ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430001084/st-nikola-donau/verein.html) [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- B3 Road to St. Nikola Grein Train Station --> 4km out from St. Nikola Linz/Hörsching Airport Top highlights ---------------- [ © Open copyright © Copyright: Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Moritz Ablinger Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/241516/30DFE983A52011174158AA077EDF86B77118659EF4E0CB97EF972EFFCEF0F0ED/am-donauradweg-in-der-schlc3b6gener-schlingeoberc3b6sterreichtourismusgmbhmoritzablingerneu.jpg "Am-Donauradweg-in-der-Schl%c3%b6gener-Schlinge_Ober%c3%b6sterreichTourismusGmbH_MoritzAblinger_NEU (© Copyright: Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/Moritz Ablinger)") Danube cycle path on the north bank Passau-Bratislava ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430001638/danube-cycle-path-on-the-north-bank-passau-bratislava.html) [ © Open copyright © Copyright: Gregor Titze und Johannes Deutsch Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/411162/FB65D7ECEF78F99A98675E67DBF61BC6DB09A230911F1CFF246DB551C720545D/balyan-hasenburger-comploi.jpg "Balyan Hasenburger Comploi (© Copyright: Gregor Titze und Johannes Deutsch)") donauFESTWOCHEN: Farväl ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-veranstaltung/detail/430191480/donaufestwochen-farvael.html) [ © Open copyright © Copyright: Manfred Hinterdorfer Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/239200/3D8FD8FABC542DD3BDBC755E0A267C51309A2A4468B7D299FAF9CB94E6A14FA9/waldhausen-stiftskirche-mit-brunnen-2020.jpg "Waldhausen - Stiftskirche mit Brunnen 2020 (© Copyright: Manfred Hinterdorfer)") Donausteig Stage 4_G07 Sarmingstein - Waldhausen: "Summit assault - on the trail of the monks" ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430001329/donausteig-stage-4-g07-sarmingstein-waldhausen-summit-assault-on-the-trail-of-the-monks.html) [ © Open copyright © Urheber: Kuscheiart Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/397299/F4E105FB9F17F045956D476A90FB0AF60E38B02CA23166FD3ED44A1F57DACEA8/in-grein-wandern.jpg "Hiking in Grein (© Urheber: Kuscheiart)") Donausteig stage 4_G06 Grein - Sarmingstein: “Through the wild Strudengau” ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430001333/donausteig-stage-4-g06-grein-sarmingstein-through-the-wild-strudengau.html) 1. 2. 3. 4. 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