Whilst most spent the morning in Dürnstein, 10 of us pedalled 35 kms up the Wachau Valley, alongside the Danube to Melk, arriving in time for lunch. We had a few information stops from our two guides along the way. Only two kms from the end, Kaye from our group had a nasty crash resulting in a broken wrist, and a nasty gash and fracture around her eye. Poor lady. (After a frantic time in hospital she was able to rejoin the trip in the evening). We boarded our ship for the next three nights, the Ostara, the sister ship to the one we were booked for. Beautiful scenery.
In this valley are 650 wine makers. Many vines were 100 years old and they graft new ones over 25 year periods. All are handpicked by locals, family and friends. A big celebration takes place over this time.
We enjoyed a leisurely explore on board as the temperature rose even higher. Some ventured out with a bus trip to Melk Abbey.
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