Flowering spectacle: Wachau awaits thousands of apricot flower!

Flowering spectacle: Wachau awaits thousands of apricot flower!

Wachau, Österreich - The Wachau is preparing for a colorful natural spectacle: the apricot blossom is just around the corner. Every year this event attracts thousands of visitors who want to admire the pastel tones of the flowers. oe24 reports of the great popularity of the start of the spring to celebrate the start of spring, true nature lovers and photographers are fascinated by this spectacle.

The flowering of the apricot trees usually begins around Krems and spreads to Aggsbach Markt and the Spitzer Graben. Depending on the weather, the first flowers can already be visible, whereby the flowering period usually lasts from the last weeks of March to the first weeks of April.

Visitor flows and traffic information

The completed bloom of the apricot trees lasts between three and five days and thus generates high number of visitors. In particular on the banks of the Danube, such as the B3 and B33, increased traffic is expected. Therefore, visitors should prepare for possible delays in traffic. The B33 between Aggsbach-Dorf and Aggstein has been in a single lane since March 21st after a rock fall lock.

In order to experience the optimal flowers of flowers, it is recommended to visit the live webcam during the day in order to always be informed about the current flower status. Social media channels on Facebook and Instagram also offer regular updates to develop flowers.

tips for visiting

The best hotspots for the apricot blossom are located in Arnsdorf (right bank bank), Schwallenbach and Willendorf (left bank of the Danube). If you want to escape the crowds, you should consider a visit during the week. It is also advisable to park the car and to explore the region on foot in order to be able to enjoy the beauty of the flowers more intensely.

For a convenient journey, public transport is available: buses between Krems and Melk run every hour, and the Wachaubahn is also available. A spring ticket Wachau costs 14 euros for adults and 7 euros for children, valid until April 27th on weekends and public holidays.

A note for culinary lovers: From the beginning of July, the fresh apricot dumplings are available. The restaurants and winemakers in the Wachau offer special culinary experiences, whereby you should expect longer waiting times at the weekend. It is advisable to eat before 12 noon to enjoy regional delicacies.

The apricot blossom is not the only floral attraction in the Wachau; The almond blossom (one to two weeks before) and the apple and peach blossom (later) bring additional splashes of color to the region. Wachau Inside emphasizes that a visit to the apricot flowers not only remains unforgettable by just looking at the flowers, but also by photographic memories.