Ruine Hinterhaus sits on the ridge directly above Spitz an der Donau, first documented in 1243. The 20-minute walk from the village leads to substantial ruins with panoramic views over the Danube bend and the Wachau vineyard terraces. Less visited than Ruine Aggstein but equally worth the climb. Check ruinehinterhaus.at for seasonal access and current admission fee.
castle in Spitz an der Donau
Ruine Hinterhaus
The Ruine Hinterhaus above Spitz an der Donau is a 13th-century castle ruin on the ridge directly above the town, accessible by foot in about 20 minutes. It controlled the Danube bend visible from its walls, one of the strategic narrowings that made Spitz an important toll point in the medieval river trade.
- Type
- castle
- Destination
- Spitz an der Donau
- Cost
- Paid entry
- Founded
- 1243
- Era
- Medieval
- Address
- 3620 Spitz an der Donau
- Coordinates
- 48.3586, 15.4070
- Official website
- Visit website