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Schiffmühle Orth an der Donau: A Living Piece of History

Experience history afloat at the Schiffmühle Orth an der Donau, a unique glimpse into the Danube's milling heritage in a stunning national park.

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The Schiffmühle Orth an der Donau is a reconstructed ship mill on the Danube River, offering visitors a glimpse into the region's milling heritage. Accessible by a traditional 'Tschaike' boat, this floating mill demonstrates historical milling processes and highlights the ingenuity of past generations.

A brief summary to Schiffmühle Orth an der Donau

  • Monday 9 am-6 pm
  • Tuesday 9 am-6 pm
  • Wednesday 9 am-6 pm
  • Thursday 9 am-6 pm
  • Friday 9 am-6 pm
  • Saturday 9 am-6 pm
  • Sunday 9 am-6 pm

Local tips

  • Combine your visit with a hike or boat tour in the Donau-Auen National Park to fully experience the natural surroundings.
  • Check the Schiffmühle's website or call ahead for milling demonstration schedules and Tschaike departure times.
  • Visit the Schloss Orth National Park Centre to learn more about the region's ecology and history.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From Vienna, take a train to the village of Orth an der Donau. From the Orth an der Donau train station, you can take a local bus or walk to the Uferhaus Restaurant, where the Tschaike departs for the Schiffmühle. Bus tickets cost approximately €2-3. Walking from the train station to Uferhaus Restaurant takes around 20 minutes.

  • Car

    Drive to Orth an der Donau and follow signs to the Uferhaus Restaurant, Fadenbachstraße 6, where you can park. Parking is available near the Uferhaus Restaurant. Parking fees are approximately €3-5 per hour.

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The Schiffmühle Orth an der Donau is a meticulously reconstructed ship mill, offering a unique opportunity to step back in time and experience a vital aspect of the region's industrial heritage. Located in the heart of the Donau-Auen National Park, near the town of Orth an der Donau, the Schiffmühle stands as a floating reminder of the many such mills that once dotted the Danube's shores. Ship mills were once a common sight along the Danube, providing a crucial service to riverside communities. These mills harnessed the river's current to power their grinding mechanisms, producing flour and other grain products. However, with the advent of modern milling technology, ship mills gradually disappeared, making the Schiffmühle Orth an der Donau a precious tribute to this lost heritage. The reconstruction of the Schiffmühle was a labor of love, undertaken by skilled craftsmen using traditional methods and materials. The mill is fully functional, and visitors can witness the milling process firsthand. Access to the Schiffmühle is an adventure in itself, involving a short boat ride aboard a traditional 'Tschaike,' a flat-bottomed wooden boat historically used on the Danube. Visitors can combine their exploration of the Schiffmühle with a visit to the Donau-Auen National Park, one of the largest remaining floodplain landscapes in Central Europe. The nearby Schloss Orth National Park Centre offers exhibits and information about the park's ecology and history.

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