Bruck an der Leitha – Pachfurth – Gerhaus – Rohrau – Petronell-Carnuntum – Höflein – Göttlesbrunn – Bruck an der Leitha
The starting point of this cycling route, awarded as a RAD experience route in Lower Austria, is the pretty district capital Bruck an der Leitha. The well-preserved medieval town center of Bruck is truly worth seeing. A detour to Prugg Castle (viewable from outside only) with the adjoining Harrach Park is also worthwhile.
From Bruck an der Leitha, a gently hilly section leads to Pachfurth and Gerhaus. Then we reach Rohrau, the birthplace of Joseph and Michael Haydn. Take your time to visit the birth house. A stop at Rohrau Castle with its world-famous art gallery is also rewarding.
After Rohrau, the route goes past the landscape-defining wind turbines towards Petronell-Carnuntum. Here you dive into Austria's largest archaeological landscape: in the Roman town of Carnuntum, an entire Roman neighborhood including a fully functional thermal bath has been authentically reconstructed. The fascinating world of the Romans is brought back to life here! A little off the route, the Petronell amphitheater can be visited freely, and directly on the path stands the imposing Heidentor, probably Austria’s most famous Roman monument and symbol of the region.
Then it continues over gentle hills and vineyards to the charming wine villages of Höflein and Göttlesbrunn, which gracefully nestle into the landscape of the Arbesthal hills.
Höflein hosts one of the most beautiful cellar lanes in the region – called "Hoher Weg" – which, besides 45 historic wine cellars, offers a beautiful view over the village and vineyards.
The last station of the Roman route is Göttlesbrunn. With about 25 full-time wineries of the highest quality level, the village is one of the most important wine-growing centers in the Carnuntum region.
From here, only a few kilometers separate you from the starting point of the Roman route in Bruck an der Leitha. At the end, you have earned a well-deserved break – numerous cozy cafés and restaurants look forward to your visit.
