The Burgruine Hinterhaus above Spitz an der Donau is a freely accessible medieval castle ruin reached in 20 minutes on foot from the village, with views over the Tausendeimerberg vineyard and the Danube. The Wachau UNESCO Cultural Landscape that surrounds it integrates vine terraces, medieval architecture, and river corridor in a seamless working landscape. Free access. Spitz is accessible by Wachau ferry or bus from Krems. Combine with the Aggstein ruins downstream for a full castle-and-Danube day.
castle in Krems an der Donau
Hinterhaus Castle
Also known as Burgruine Hinterhaus
The Burgruine Hinterhaus above Spitz an der Donau is a ruined medieval castle reached by a 20-minute uphill walk from the village center, with walls still standing high enough to frame the sweep of the Tausendeimerberg vineyard and the Danube below.
- Type
- castle
- Destination
- Krems an der Donau
- Cost
- Free to visit
- Address
- 3500 Krems
- Coordinates
- 48.3586, 15.4070
- Official website
- Visit website