Krems, Statutory city in Lower Austria, Austria
Krems is a statutory city in Lower Austria located at the eastern end of the Wachau Valley along both banks of the Danube. The settlement covers several municipal districts, including Stein, Egelsee and Gneixendorf, which spread along the riverbed.
Archaeological evidence confirms continuous habitation since prehistoric times, with a child's grave from 27,000 years ago marking Austria's oldest burial site. During the Middle Ages, the settlement grew into a trading center with fortifications and city gates.
The old town forms an ensemble of townhouses and churches where shops and cafés now operate. The lanes between the town hall and the riverbank invite visitors to observe the daily life of a small city.
The railway station links travelers with Vienna and other larger cities, while road connections facilitate access to the region. Visitors can explore the center on foot, as most points of interest lie within a short distance of one another.
The medieval Steiner Tor gate from 1480 still stands as one of the last preserved city gates from the former fortification system. Its passageway connects the districts of Krems and Stein, showing architectural continuity across centuries.
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