Grass blossom in the Wachau: A spring magic attracts thousands!

Grass blossom in the Wachau: A spring magic attracts thousands!

Wachau, Österreich - The Wachau is preparing for one of its annual natural spectacles: the apricot blossom. This traditionally takes place in the last week of March until the first weeks of April and moves thousands of visitors to the region every year. As OE24 are already visible on some apricot trees, which increases the anticipation to the upcoming festivities.

The flowers are kept in gentle pastel tones and transform the landscape into an enchanting oasis. The flowering usually begins around Krems and expands to Aggsbach Markt and the Spitzer Graben. The level of flower development depends heavily on the temperatures at the beginning of the month of March; So the exact flowering period is variable.

visitor flows and traffic

The high number of visitors in the Wachau, especially along the banks of the Danube such as roads B3 and B33, can be expected, which could result in possible delays in traffic. However, the B33 in the Aggsbach-Dorf and Aggstein area has been in a single lane since March 21st after a rock fall lock. The practical use of a live webcam for current information on the traffic situation is recommended.

To avoid the crowds, it is advisable to visit the Wachau and the apricot blossom during the week. Hotspots such as Arnsdorf, Schwallenbach and Willendorf on the left bank of the Danube offer excellent opportunities to enjoy the flower in peace. In order to explore the region extensively, it is also advisable to use public transport. Hourish connections between Krems and Melk and the Wachaubahn are ideally suited to visit the region stress -free.

an unforgettable experience

The thoroughbred of the apricot trees is a fleeting spectacle and lasts between three and five days. It should be noted that the flowers cannot be taken home; Therefore, photographs are a wonderful way to capture the memory. From the beginning of July, visitors can look forward to fresh apricot dumplings that are available in Wachau.

The Wachau not only offers the beauty of the apricot blossom. The region is known for its culinary offers and wineries that need to be discovered. Due to the high number of visitors at the weekend, there could be longer waiting times in restaurants, so that early meal is recommended before 12 noon. If you are planning the time to visit the apricot blossom, you should also consider buying the so -called spring ticket Wachau, which is valid for 14 euros for adults and 7 euros for children on weekends and public holidays until April 27th.

For more information about the current flower status, social media and a webcam that shows live status are also good aids. Despite the alternative flowers such as the almond blossom, which blooms one or two weeks in advance, the apricot flower remains the main concern of many flower shower and nature lovers in the Wachau, who want to celebrate entry into spring. Further details and insights into the apricot blossom can also be found on Wachau Inside .