10 Nature & Parks in Lower Austria That You Shouldn't Miss

January 9, 2022 Myesha Cogley

Lower Austria (German: Niederösterreich, pronounced [ˈniːdɐˌʔøːstɐʀaɪ̯ç] ( listen); Czech: Dolní Rakousy; Slovak: Dolné Rakúsko) is the northeasternmost state of the nine states in Austria. The capital of Lower Austria since 1986 is Sankt Pölten, the most recently designated capital town in Austria. The capital of Lower Austria had formerly been Vienna, even though Vienna has not officially been part of Lower Austria since 1921. With a land area of 19,186 km (7,408 sq mi) and a population of 1.612 million people, it is the largest state in Austria, and in terms of population second only to the federal state of Vienna.
Restaurants in Lower Austria

1. Waldlehrpfad

Waldlehrpfad, Bad Voeslau Austria http://www.badvoeslau-tourismus.at/waldlehrpfad-bad-voeslau
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Waldlehrpfad

2. Nationalpark Thayatal

Merkersdorf 90, Hardegg 2082 Austria +43 2949 70050 http://www.np-thayatal.at
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5.0 based on 24 reviews

Nationalpark Thayatal

3. Nationalpark Donau-Auen

Schloss Orth 1 2304 Orth An Der Donau, Orth an der Donau Austria +43 2212 3555 [email protected] http://www.donauauen.at
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5.0 based on 36 reviews

Nationalpark Donau-Auen

The Donau-Auen National Park is protecting one of the last large unbuilt wetlands areas in Europe. Here the dynamics of the flowing stream are still active. The rise and fall of the water levels define life rhythms in the wetlands. The river shaped this landscape with its floods and still nurtures today a large diversity of plants and animals. In the National Park nature can develop free from economic restrictions. The visitor centre at the Donau-Auen National Park in Orth on the Danube beckons as "Gateway to the Wetlands" - the starting place for getting to know the fascinating world of the Danube wetlands. It offers information and reservations, the multimedia exhibition DonAUraum, the Schlossinsel ("castle island") on the grounds including underwater observatory and the National Park shop and cafe.

4. Adlerwarte Kreuzenstein

Kreuzensteiner Str., Leobendorf 2100 Austria +43 664 8998325 [email protected] http://www.adlerwarte-kreuzenstein.at/
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5.0 based on 23 reviews

Adlerwarte Kreuzenstein

Reviewed By DenitsaMora123

After a disappointing short and unfriendly tour in the inner part of the castle the bird show came as an unexpected great experience one doesn't see often! You can visit the numerous aviaries before or after the show as in a zoo and it is included in the ticket price! The show itself is impressive and is led professionally and with lovely sence of humour in German. If you don't speak German you will still not be disappointed as the show is anyway a great experience and it is very clear what is going on! The view from the open air "theatre" is amazing and it is used as a background of the show. Our children and elderly family members enjoyed the show equally and we went twice during our stay in Vienna because the kids wanted to visit again! In not so good whether the show is still performed and every visitor is given on request a blanket, umbrella and a a dry seat cover- I found that very thoughtful. I would visit again and again in good or bad weather as it is very interesting to observe how birds react differently according to weather conditions!What a great fun! Thank you for the great experience!

5. Rax-Torlweg-Wandersteig

Reichenau an der Rax 2651 Austria
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

Rax-Torlweg-Wandersteig

6. Wachau Valley

Joching Austria +43 2715 2455 http://www.brandner.at
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4.5 based on 460 reviews

Wachau Valley

Reviewed By s1rw - Markham, Canada

The Wachua is a picturesque landscape carved out by the river Danube. Enjoy the Beautiful Blue Danube as it meanders passing cities from Melk to Krems. Relax on deck of the river boat, with a glass of apricot wine under the sunset as the boat navigates and winds it way through lush hills with granite tops, passing terraced vineyards, historic villages and ruins of Medieval castles. Just a beautiful and memorable experience

7. Schlosspark Laxenburg

Schlossplatz 1, Laxenburg 2361 Austria +43 2236 71226 [email protected] http://www.schloss-laxenburg.at
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4.5 based on 242 reviews

Schlosspark Laxenburg

Experiencing, feeling and enjoying history and garden art – that’s what Schlosspark Laxenburg (Laxenburg Castle Park) stands for. Leisure experiences to suit your taste in breathtaking surroundings. This, and much more, awaits you in Austria’s largest landscaped gardens. Trace the footsteps of the Habsburg Dynasty while enjoying a yearly programme full of a wide variety of activities. Laxenburg Castle Park is among the most significant historical landscaped gardens in Europe. In addition to a multitude of monuments, pleasure buildings and picturesque garden areas, you can also discover the majestic crowning of the park: The “Little Treasure House of Austria” – the Franzensburg!

Reviewed By AllanK1956 - Chesterfield, United Kingdom

Beautiful parkland with lots of picturesque walks around a large lake with a fairytale castle on an island. The park has labelled trees giving it the feel of an arboretum. If you are so inclined there are boats for hire so you can cruise the lake. Beautiful place.

8. Die Garten Tulln

Am Wasserpark 1, Tulln 3430 Austria +43 2272 68188 http://www.diegartentulln.at/
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4.5 based on 89 reviews

Die Garten Tulln

GARTEN TULLN, Europe's first ecological garden show and a top destination for outings in Lower Austria, is a walkthrough picture-book of regional gardening culture and an oasis of relaxation for those seeking to wind down. Let your spirits soar as you visit the many gardens and pick up helpful tips for every garden space - GARTEN TULLN holds many surprises in store. Enchanting show gardens, the 30-metre high treetop walk, a water park with a boating area, and a lively programme of events quarantee relaxing and exciting hours at GARTEN TULLN

Reviewed By Foto928 - Lanark, Canada

Tulln is beautiful small City in Lower Austria. We took a stroll along the Danube and discovered an impressive monument to the Nibelungen Saga. According to the tale it was at this location where Kriemhild and King Etzel met before travelling to Vienna to get married. This saga served as a source for Richard Wagners " the Ring of the Nibelung ".

9. Naturpark Sparbach

Sparbach 6, Hinterbruhl 2393 Austria +43 2237 7625 https://www.naturpark-sparbach.at/
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4.5 based on 27 reviews

Naturpark Sparbach

10. Tierpark Stadt Haag

Salaberg, Haag 3350 Austria +43 7434 45408 http://www.tierparkstadthaag.at/
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4.5 based on 62 reviews

Tierpark Stadt Haag

Reviewed By AnumonA1 - Parndorf, Austria

It was an awesome experience. This place is really exciting for for the kids. The kids can feed and touch some of the animals makes it more amazing. Really love it.

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