Schloss Orth, National Park Centre and Museum
Schloss Orth combines nature, history and culture in one location. Several exciting exhibitions and a museum, the Schlossinsel adventure area and a colourful range of events and guided tours offer a wide variety of opportunities for visitors.
Highlights
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 an der Donau offers exciting views of a special river floodplain landscape. A day trip here flies by in no time.
You find the national park exhibition ‘Im Fluss’ on the first floor of the castle. The museumORTH is located on the second floor, it presents the history of the town and its surroundings.
It is also worth climbing the observation tower. It 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.
Infrastructure
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.
The information centre and shop are free to visit; the other facilities are subject to a charge.
The ‘Im Fluss’ exhibition, the events area, museumORTH, the shop, the National Park Lounge and the toilets are all fully wheelchair accessible; the Schlossinsel area is largely wheelchair accessible. The observation tower is not accessible to wheelchair users.
Please note: Dogs are not permitted anywhere on the grounds.
Do you need information or would you like to book a guided tour? The team at Schloss Orth an der Donau will be happy to assist you. The shop offers a wide range of specialist literature and gifts. Light snacks and refreshments are available from vending machines.
Opening Times
Opening hours 2026
21 March – 1 November: Daily from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Prices
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.
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