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Gresten

Lower Austria, Austria · Europe

About Gresten

Gresten sits on the route: 10 minutes from Randegg, 55km from Grüner See (Green Lake).

Gresten is a town located in Lower Austria, Austria. With a population of 1,695, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Gresten sits in Austria, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Vienna time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Gresten to your route.

About Gresten

Gresten is a municipality in the district of Scheibbs in Lower Austria, Austria.

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Gresten offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Gresten located?

Gresten is located in Lower Austria, Austria, Europe. The coordinates are 47.9852 latitude, 15.0255 longitude.

What is the population of Gresten?

Gresten has a population of approximately 1,695 people, making it a town in Austria.

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Quick Information

Population
1,695
Continent
Europe
Country
Austria
Region
Lower Austria
Timezone
Europe/Vienna
Coordinates
47.9852, 15.0255

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Austria

Police
133
Ambulance
144
Fire
122
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Motorway vignette required. ÖAMTC roadside assistance: 120.

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Worth the detour from Gresten

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Melk Abbey

A magnificent Baroque Benedictine abbey perched on a cliff above the Danube at the entrance to the Wachau Valley.

35 km · about 40 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Danube Valley (Donautal)

The scenic Austrian stretch of the Danube from Passau to Vienna, passing Baroque abbeys, ruined castles, and the Wachau wine region.

35 km · about 40 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Wachau Valley

A UNESCO-listed stretch of the Danube between Melk and Krems, lined with terraced vineyards, apricot orchards, and medieval castles.

51 km · about 60 min drive

natural wonder

Grüner See (Green Lake)

A seasonal phenomenon in Styria where snowmelt floods a park creating a crystal-clear emerald lake with submerged benches and paths.

55 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Gresten

  • 35 kmDanube Valley (Donautal)The scenic Austrian stretch of the Danube from Passau to Vienna, passing Baroque abbeys, ruined castles, and the Wachau wine region.
  • 51 kmWachau ValleyA UNESCO-listed stretch of the Danube between Melk and Krems, lined with terraced vineyards, apricot orchards, and medieval castles.

Driving in Austria

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.62/litre
Motorway tolls
None
Vignette
Required, around €12.4 for a short-stay sticker

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Gresten.

Reinsberg

🇦🇹 Austria

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🇦🇹 Austria

5 km awayPop. 326

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🇦🇹 Austria

7 km awayPop. 588

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🇦🇹 Austria

8 km away

Gaming

🇦🇹 Austria

8 km awayPop. 2,082

Steinakirchen am Forst

🇦🇹 Austria

10 km awayPop. 945

Wolfpassing

🇦🇹 Austria

11 km awayPop. 493

Ybbsitz

🇦🇹 Austria

11 km awayPop. 1,721

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