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    Wachau Attraction

    Dürnstein Castle Ruins

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    The Dürnstein Castle Ruins tower high above the village of the same name in the Wachau. It became famous as the imprisonment site of King Richard the Lionheart, who was held captive here in 1192/93 by Duke Leopold V. The climb is rewarded with a spectacular panoramic view over the Danube Valley.

    Highlights

    • Historic prison of Richard the Lionheart
    • Spectacular panoramic view over the Wachau
    • About 20 minutes climb from the village center
    • One of the most famous photo motifs of the region

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    Gartenhotel & Winery Pfeffel is a 4-star hotel in Dürnstein in the Wachau Valley, Lower Austria. Located within the UNESCO World Heritage Wachau, the hotel combines wellness, wine, culinary arts, and relaxation in a unique setting between the Danube, vineyards, and nature. Guests can look forward to a penthouse spa with a spacious wellness area, a restaurant serving regional and seasonal cuisine, and estate-grown wines from the Wachau. Thanks to its location near Dürnstein, the hotel is an ideal base for holidays on the Danube, wellness in the Wachau, hiking, cycling, river cruises, and memorable days in one of Austria's most beautiful regions.