Vineyards in the Wachau at sunset – rolling hills and vines in the UNESCO World Heritage Site

The Wachau –
A holiday treat, kissed by the sun

The Wachau is not only a UNESCO World Heritage Site, but also one of Austria's most popular regions. Surrounded by vineyards and rolling hills, the Wachau is the perfect place for nature and culture lovers.
Enjoy the breathtaking landscape around Schloss Luberegg 1787 – Eventresort Wachau and discover the harmonious combination of historical architecture, regional cuisine, and unforgettable experiences.

Wineries and culinary highlights

The Wachau is famous for its wines and culinary diversity. The mild climate and unique soils create ideal conditions for the production of first-class wines, which are appreciated by both experts and wine lovers. During your stay with us, enjoy the wine spring, the gourmet festival, the apricot blossom season, or the harvest season – because the Wachau is worth a visit at any time of year.

Winemakers at work in the Wachau vineyard at sunset – regional wine culture around Luberegg Castle (1787) in the Wachau event resort
A glass of white wine in front of blossoming apricot trees in the Wachau region – culinary delights near Luberegg Castle (1787) in the Wachau event resort.

Crowned by UNESCO – A unique World Heritage Site

The 36-kilometer-long Danube Valley between Krems and Melk is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
It combines impressive cultural monuments, picturesque towns and a landscape of exceptional beauty.

This special cultural landscape is a true gem – and can be experienced to the fullest during your stay at Schloss Luberegg 1787 – Eventresort Wachau.

View of the Danube in the Wachau region with Dürnstein Castle, surrounded by autumnal cultural landscape – UNESCO World Heritage Site

The Way of St. James in the Wachau –
Pilgrimage through a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Since 2005, a section of the Austrian Way of St. James has run directly through the Wachau – from Göttweig Abbey to Melk Abbey.
The approximately 44-kilometer-long stage takes pilgrims through vineyards, villages and cultural landscapes that are UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Along the way you will discover spiritual places and impressive buildings such as the Benedictine abbeys of Göttweig and Melk, the pilgrimage church of Maria Langegg or the Aggstein castle ruins.

A path full of history, strength, and inner peace – and a special experience for guests who want to discover the Wachau consciously and mindfully.

pilgrimage. stop for a break. move on.

Gottweig Abbey

High above the Danube sits the Benedictine Abbey of Göttweig – a place of silence, vastness and the inner path.

Anyone passing by here on the Way of St. James will feel the power of the landscape and the spiritual radiance of this venerable building.

A place to pause –
before the path continues.

Aerial view of the Benedictine Abbey of Göttweig high above the Danube, surrounded by green hills in the Wachau region.
View from the Aggstein castle ruins high above the Danube, overlooking the Danube valley and the wooded hills of the Wachau.

myth. power. panorama.

Aggstein castle ruins

High above the Danube rises the imposing ruins of Aggstein – a place full of legends, stories and spectacular views.

Between weathered walls and mysterious corners, you can still feel the power of times gone by.

Anyone who stays here inevitably becomes part of a centuries-old myth.

Pilgrimage on the Way of St. James

A spiritual experience in the Wachau.

Pilgrimage is not just about walking, but also about finding peace, letting go, and discovering yourself. The Way of St. James through the Wachau region invites you to do just that – along easy-to-walk paths, with cultural stops and quiet moments along the way.

Stop at Schloss Luberegg 1787 – Eventresort Wachau

If you're looking for a break along the way, we're the perfect place: comfortable rooms, warm hospitality, and the tranquility of the Wachau region. Ideal for pilgrims, hikers, and anyone who enjoys a mindful travel experience.

Luberegg Castle, built in 1787 in the Wachau region, with its gardens and historic buildings – a place of peace for pilgrims on the Way of St. James.