Waldviertler Geisterwerkstatt: Where Legends Come Alive
Discover the mystical Waldviertel region at the Geisterwerkstatt: an immersive experience into local folklore, legends, and ghostly tales in a historic farmhouse.
Step into the mystical heart of the Waldviertel region at the Waldviertler Geisterwerkstatt (Ghost Workshop) in Sankt Leonhard am Hornerwald. Explore the area's folklore, legends, and ghostly tales through interactive exhibits in an old farmhouse, creating an authentic and spine-tingling experience.
A brief summary to Waldviertler Geisterwerkstatt
- Sankt Leonhard am Hornerwald, 3572, AT
- +4369911152864
Local tips
- Check the event schedule for special events like 'Geisterdinner,' a five-course meal served in a spooky setting with ghostly entertainment.
- Wear comfortable shoes as you'll be exploring forests, moors and underground tunnels.
- Visit the museum shop to support local artisans and purchase unique souvenirs.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Krems an der Donau, take a regional bus (e.g., Postbus line 895) towards St. Leonhard am Hornerwald. The bus will drop you off at St. Leonhard/Hornerwald Gemeindeamt. From there, it's approximately a 15-minute walk (1.2 km) to the Waldviertler Geisterwerkstatt. A single bus fare from Krems to St. Leonhard costs approximately €4-6.
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Driving
From Krems an der Donau, follow the B37 and then the B38 towards St. Leonhard am Hornerwald. Once in St. Leonhard, follow local signs to Wolfshoferamt. The Geisterwerkstatt is located there. Parking is available near the Geisterwerkstatt, and it is free of charge.
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