The best road cycling routes around St. Oswald

This chapel is not an ordinary place of worship, but a monument to one of the largest hydraulic engineering projects in Austrian history. The chapel stands in a historically extremely exciting place. Formerly, the notorious island of Hausstein was located exactly here - in the middle of the stream. The island divided the Danube into two arms and, together with other rocks (such as the "Wirbel"), caused the most dangerous currents in the entire Danube. Countless ships were wrecked here. Between 1853 and 1866, Emperor Franz Joseph I had the rocky island of Hausstein and other obstacles blown away to make the Danube safe for modern shipping. The chapel was built on the bank after the completion of these works. It commemorates the taming of the river.

Grein is easily accessible and explored by bicycle and lies directly on the Danube Cycle Path (EuroVelo 6). This historic town on the Danube is a popular stop for cyclists and offers a well-developed, flat cycling infrastructure along the river. The town center, the riverbanks, and attractions such as Greinburg Castle, the Grein town wall, and the historic town theater are all easily reached from the cycle path. Rest areas, restaurants, and cyclist-friendly businesses make Grein an attractive destination for day trips as well as longer cycling tours along the Danube.

This is the place to be.

Such amazing cakes and chocolates. You absolutely have to go.

The town boasts a picturesque, historic town square lined with 16th- and 17th-century houses featuring Baroque facades. The entire place exudes a nostalgic, tranquil charm.

Booking a guided tour here is definitely worthwhile. A room entirely covered in mosaics made of Danube pebbles or the diamond vault are truly impressive. That alone is worth it.

The Gottsdorf Parish Church, dedicated to the Apostles Peter and Paul, is a late Gothic church with an early Gothic core and dominates the townscape of Gottsdorf an der Donau. Its origins date back to the 12th century, and it was first documented in 1268. After several renovations and consecrations in the 15th century, it acquired its present appearance with a Baroque-style west tower and characteristic onion dome. The choir and sacristy still feature Gothic elements such as pointed arch windows and cross-ribbed vaults. The high altar dates from the 16th century and was erected around 1710; the altarpiece by Paul Troger (around 1741/42) depicts the farewell of the princely apostles Peter and Paul. The interior was restored in the 1950s, carefully preserving the historic structure and furnishings.

Café Konditorei Schörgi in Grein is a traditional café located directly on the Danube. It is known for its expertly prepared pastries, handmade ice cream specialties, and cozy atmosphere. The café also offers a wide selection of gateaux, cakes, and chocolates, including classics such as Kardinalschnitte (cardinal slice) and Eismarillenknödel (apricot dumplings), as well as breakfast variations, soups, toasted sandwiches, and seasonal salads. A cozy outdoor dining area with a view of the Danube and vegan-friendly options round out the offerings. The café is therefore ideal for a sweet break or a relaxing stopover on bike tours.