Krems an der Donau

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Enjoyable eating and drinking, an atmospheric historical centre, rivers of top-quality wine from local vineyards and a couple of unexpected museums attract the tourist to Krems an der Donau. Krems is the ideal place for a relaxing stroll, stopping by the churches and museums, walking along the banks of the Danube and sampling the local tipples as you go — although no visitor should depart without first experiencing the legendary Marillenschnaps, the apricot brandy that the city is renowned for. With all this history, it may appear that Krems is dominated by the past. In reality, the city is also home to contemporary art and culture which play an important role in the city by adding variety and energy to public areas. One such example of this is the ‘Arts Mile’ containing the Caricature Museum, Kunsthalle Krems, the Lower Austrian Literature Center and various other cultural and diverse institutions.