Schloss Orth, National Park Centre and Museum

The wetlands landscape on the Danube is unique in Central Europe and has been under the protection of the Donau-Auen National Park since 1996. This unspoilt landscape has exceptional beauty and the protected area provides a place of retreat for rare species. Schloss Orth, National Park Centre and Museum offers exciting views of a special river floodplain landscape. A day trip here flies by in no time.

A new, modern national park exhibition under the motto ‘free and wild’ will be open to visitors on the first floor of the castle from the end of April 2026. The museumORTH is located on the second floor of the castle. It presents the history of the town and its surroundings. The museum focuses on three themes: regional culture, the Renaissance jewel that is Orth Castle, and contemporary art.

It is also worth climbing the observation tower. It offers a view over the floodplains and hosts changing special exhibitions. The tower also features portraits of wild animals that live in or around the castle: white storks, jackdaws, kestrels and bats.

Finally, explore the flora and fauna of the national park region on the Schlossinsel outdoor grounds. As the centrepiece, the walk-in underwater station offers views into the water, just like a dive. Barrier-free information elements, rest areas and play facilities complete the offer.

Do you need information or would you like to book an excursion? The team at Schloss Orth will be happy to advise you. The shop offers a comprehensive range of specialist literature and gifts, and small snacks and refreshments are available.

Schloss Orth combines nature, history and culture in one location. Several exciting exhibitions and a museum, the Schlossinsel area and a colourful range of events and guided tours offer a wide variety of opportunities for visitors.

From the end of April 2026, the new national park exhibition on the first floor of the castle will present the nature and history of the national park and its region under the motto ‘free and wild’. The location near the river Danube and the ecological features of the protected river landscape will be highlighted, as will the latest projects and research findings. On the second floor, the museumORTH portrays the everyday history of the Danube community of Orth and life on and with the great river over the course of time.

The observation tower, the national park lounge and the courtyard add further interesting and informative highlights. The flora and fauna of the national park region, from pond turtles and snakes to water lilies and black poplars, can be explored on the Schlossinsel, with a walk-in underwater station at its heart and many play areas for children. The shop offers a selection of souvenirs and the information team is happy to advise guests on all questions relating to the castle and the national park.

Opening hours 2026

21 March – 1 November: Daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Adults € 15

Children, young adults from 6-19 € 10

Family ticket € 30

The entrance charge includes the entrance to the whole area without a guide.

Guided tours are held on weekends and public holidays for a surcharge.