Grass blossom in the Wachau: Color spectacles attract thousands!

Grass blossom in the Wachau: Color spectacles attract thousands!

Wachau, Österreich - The Wachau is preparing for a colorful spectacle: the whole flower of the over 100,000 apricot trees is expected next weekend. Like Oe24 Every year, move thousands of shaping from the entire country to the region, around the breathtaking picture To admire the buds that will open in the next few days. The flowering period is temperature -dependent and can take between ten days and three weeks depending on the location.

The first white pink buds have already opened and attract numerous visitors. The development of the flower can be followed on the official website and various webcams. This usually begins in the Krems area and then pulls upstream to Aggsbach Markt and the Spitzer Graben. The time of the flower also depends on the respective variety of apricots.

spring ticket and accessibility

In order to enable the numerous visitors to arrive, the B33 on the south bank of the Wachau has been passed through again since March 14 after it was closed due to a rock fall in June 2024. Until April 27th, special early tickets for the Wachaubahn, ferries and wax buses are available at discounted prices: adults pay 14 euros and children 7 euros. These tickets are valid on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.

In addition, the association "Wachau Marille G. U." The visit during the week to avoid the crowds and enjoy the flower undisturbed. The best hotspots for the apricot blossom are located in Arnsdorf on the right bank of the Danube, as well as in Schwallenbach and Willendorf on the left.

activities and other offers

For an optimal observation of the apricot flower, it is recommended to park the car and to walk instead. The impressive spectacle can be seen in peace. Public transport, such as hourly buses between Krems and Melk, as well as the Wachaubahn also offer comfortable travel options.

Since the flower period only lasts briefly and the beauty fades quickly, many visitors offer photos as a lasting memory. In addition to the apricot blossom, almond flowers that bloom one or two weeks earlier, as well as the later apple and peach blossoms, are also recommended. Visitors can also look forward to fresh apricot dumplings that will be available from the beginning of July.

summarized the Wachau once more shows how nature and culture impress with each other in an impressive way. If you want to experience the special bloom, you should hurry up and use one of the numerous offers to fully enjoy the time of the apricot flower. Current information is provided via social media and webcams to make the flower status available at any time, as well as Wachau Inside emphasized.