Station Geras-Kottaun

In the northern Waldviertel is the quaint station of the municipality Geras-Kottaun and shows with the corner ashlars the typical design of a nostalgic station building in Austria. The reception building, which partly has a cellar, was built in 1920 and is one of the 10 stations of the 'Reblaus Express', which opened in 2001, and the associated trips with the nostalgic trains along the well-preserved tracks of the former Nordwestbahn line.

After a short downhill section on the track through the forest, you reach the stop Geras-Kottaun after a final narrow curve.

In about 15 minutes walking time you reach the impressive nature park Geras from the station. With a petting zoo, various theme trails and the impressive Geras Abbey with herb garden, this excursion destination is sure to satisfy every member of the family. A bathing and fishing pond with camping facilities allow nature lovers and adventurers to spend the night in their own tent. Alternatively, you can indulge yourself in the historic Schüttkasten and Meierhof Geras - in the former granary and farmyard of Geras Abbey, both buildings were completely renovated in 2009 - 2010.

Thanks to the possibility of taking your bike along free of charge on the Reblaus Express, it is also advisable to enjoy the train journey to Geras-Kottaun, for example, with your bike in your luggage, in order to then cycle comfortably towards home and enjoy the landscapes you have just seen from the train on two wheels at close quarters.