--- title: Vichtenstein url: "https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort/detail/430001194/vichtenstein.html" description: Vichtenstein is one of the most beautiful holiday resorts of Sauwald Forest. date: 2015-07-24 modified: 2026-03-05 --- # Vichtenstein Vichtenstein ============== Vichtenstein, Oberösterreich, Österreich ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/299336/F9E043FF08DD632EF9ED452F460EE34C6CAEDF55599D27FD190189D2108FD746/ferienort-vichtenstein.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/206326/E97A31C4A23A2BBBAAF4B3A7B04A3CB5012B9FB9B3910DE8B5D32141A7EFA124/burg-vichtenstein.jpg) ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/260x195/299337/3B897ABDF7165C7A61080BAEC6CBD9BCF3A2B69AA9C9EA273FE038D9E5DE72E2/ortsplatz-vichtenstein.jpg) [ ![A hilly landscape with dense forest and a village in the centre. The houses and church towers are built in the traditional style and stretch across the valley, surrounded by green meadows and mountains in the background.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/299336/F9E043FF08DD632EF9ED452F460EE34C6CAEDF55599D27FD190189D2108FD746/ferienort-vichtenstein.jpg) ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/299336/F9E043FF08DD632EF9ED452F460EE34C6CAEDF55599D27FD190189D2108FD746/ferienort-vichtenstein.jpg) © Open copyright © Gemeinde Close copyright [ ![Vichtenstein Castle in Vichtenstein: A historic castle or fortress is enthroned on a wooded hill. It has various towers, roofs and parts of buildings made of stone. It is surrounded by dense vegetation and green hills in the landscape.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/206326/E97A31C4A23A2BBBAAF4B3A7B04A3CB5012B9FB9B3910DE8B5D32141A7EFA124/burg-vichtenstein.jpg "© Gemeinde") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/206326/E97A31C4A23A2BBBAAF4B3A7B04A3CB5012B9FB9B3910DE8B5D32141A7EFA124/burg-vichtenstein.jpg) [ ![A peaceful place with benches, flowerbeds and an information sign surrounded by trees and nature. The surroundings look well-kept and inviting.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/299337/3B897ABDF7165C7A61080BAEC6CBD9BCF3A2B69AA9C9EA273FE038D9E5DE72E2/ortsplatz-vichtenstein.jpg) ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/299337/3B897ABDF7165C7A61080BAEC6CBD9BCF3A2B69AA9C9EA273FE038D9E5DE72E2/ortsplatz-vichtenstein.jpg) [ ![A wooden information board with a photo showing a castle or palace. The text on the board reads "Vichtenstein" and invites guests to visit this place of interest. The board is located in a green, natural setting with trees and bushes.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/299338/6AED0F55BFADAB9E602343FEF06D2BF023A161BE10B931175A80F4DE0180D9DA/vichtenstein.jpg) ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/299338/6AED0F55BFADAB9E602343FEF06D2BF023A161BE10B931175A80F4DE0180D9DA/vichtenstein.jpg) [ ![A whitewashed chapel with a red roof in the middle of a green area surrounded by trees. There are wooden benches in front of the chapel. The building exudes a peaceful and rural atmosphere.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/299339/2DC91BE8D00E5D658E4B55D03233B548A5238FC856F4E31B098E6397DA011590/hannerl-kapelle.jpg) ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/299339/2DC91BE8D00E5D658E4B55D03233B548A5238FC856F4E31B098E6397DA011590/hannerl-kapelle.jpg) [ ![A building with a red tiled roof and an open porch. The façade is painted white, the wooden doors and windows are kept natural. There is a small stone formation on the ground in front of the entrance. Overall, the building appears inviting and harmoniously embedded in its surroundings.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/299340/9C53371FE27BB63B9D44352680DEE20A4E9AA8CCEC452948EDDCD47A8AC2C43E/vichtenstein.jpg) ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/299340/9C53371FE27BB63B9D44352680DEE20A4E9AA8CCEC452948EDDCD47A8AC2C43E/vichtenstein.jpg) © Open copyright © Gemeinde Vichtenstein Close copyright [ ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/238069/D2932404EB6036A8C328EEE5D356654748BDB444D72EF4A1533DF51C9109B76E/kleindenkmaeler.jpg "© Gemeinde Vichtenstein") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/238069/D2932404EB6036A8C328EEE5D356654748BDB444D72EF4A1533DF51C9109B76E/kleindenkmaeler.jpg) © Open copyright © Gemeinde Vichtenstein Close copyright [ ![A viewing platform with a stone wall, a fountain and several seating areas. In the background is a picturesque landscape with wooded hills and mountains. Colourful flower beds embellish the paved area.](https://assets.tourdata.at/x550/299341/C98D30148BD95763F38BFB3CFCE74C13D702A0030B5C3408180F84A664A25F52/aussichtsplattform.jpg "© Gemeinde Vichtenstein") ](https://assets.tourdata.at/1920x/299341/C98D30148BD95763F38BFB3CFCE74C13D702A0030B5C3408180F84A664A25F52/aussichtsplattform.jpg) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Vichtenstein 70 4091 Vichtenstein [ open in Google Maps ](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Vichtenstein%2070%2C%204091%20Vichtenstein "Link will open in a new window") [ Open in Apple Maps ](https://maps.apple.com/place?address=Vichtenstein%2070%2C%204091%20Vichtenstein "Link will open in a new window") ![](https://static.ecmaps.de/staticmap.jpg?experience=webarchitektur-meta&lat=48.528542387668651&lon=13.649826049804696&width=991&height=450&project=ttg-osm-summer-original&zoom=2000&server=meta.tourdata.at) Vichtenstein is one of the most beautiful holiday resorts of Sauwald Forest. Vichtenstein towers high above the Danube. The town is dominated by 895 meters high Haugstein Mountain, the highest peak of Sauwald Forest, that lends itself to outstanding nature exploration at all times of the year. The ancient toll-village Kasten is situated right by the Danube in the dam area of the Jochenstein power station. The 800-year-old subsidiary church dedicated to St James is definitely worth a visit. Right beside the Danube an information board will give you details on the long tradition of raftmanship. Rafts were built here until 1937. Special Sights & Attractions: Haugstein Ski Area Danube Ridge Path, Danube Cycle Trail, Campground, Jetty, Vichtenstein Castle [ Facts ](#ttgCollapseDatenFakten) ------------------------------------ - 710Inhabitants - 12 km²Area - 304 - 554 m ASLElevation - 48.53, 13.65GPS coordinates [ What’s on in Vichtenstein ](#ttgCollapseDetailinformationen) ---------------------------------------------------------------- [Accommodations](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-unterkuenfte/detail/430001194/vichtenstein/unterkuenfte.html) [Gastronomy](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-gastronomie/detail/430001194/vichtenstein.html) [Tours](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-touren/detail/430001194/vichtenstein.html) [Events](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-veranstaltungen/detail/430001194/vichtenstein.html) [ Shopping ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430001194/vichtenstein/einkaufen.html) [ Leisure facilities ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430001194/vichtenstein/freizeiteinrichtungen.html) [ Service and attendance ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430001194/vichtenstein/infrastruktur.html) [ Sights ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430001194/vichtenstein/sehenswuerdigkeiten.html) [ Sport facilities ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430001194/vichtenstein/sporteinrichtungen.html) [ Association ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430001194/vichtenstein/verein.html) [ Rental ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-stadt-ort-pois/detail/430001194/vichtenstein/verleihe.html) [ Arrival ](#ttgCollapseAnreise) ---------------------------------- Coming from Linz: B129 Nibelungen Road to Eferding - B130 - Engelhartszell - Kasten - Vichtenstein Coming from Passau: Autobahn Exit Passau-Nord - B129 (Linz/Oberes Donautal) Public Transportation: Linz - Engelhartszell - Kasten - Vichtenstein Regional Transportation of Eastern Bavaria: Passau - Vichtenstein Linz-Hörsching Airport (65km) Top highlights ---------------- [ © Open copyright © Urheber: CM Visuals Close copyright ![](https://assets.tourdata.at/660x495/396690/5A45AE8E0C8B9359313017B615DEFC57EE5CFD881FECE843B9B7EC6DEF6DC683/engelhartszell.jpg "Engelhartszell (© Urheber: CM Visuals)") Donausteig stage 1_S02 Kasten - Engelhartszell: “Summit assault - to the roof of the Donausteig!” ](https://www.donauregion.at/en/oesterreich-tour/detail/430001338/donausteig-stage-1-s02-kasten-engelhartszell-summit-assault-to-the-roof-of-the-donausteig.html) [To the website](http://www.vichtenstein.at "New window") powered by [TOURDATA](https://www.tourdata.at "New window") [Suggest a change](#mailto) [ ![TOURDATA Logo](https://www.donauregion.at/fileadmin/templates/global/images/Logo-Tourdata.png "TOURDATA Logo") ](https://www.tourdata.at "New window")