The St Francis’ Way in the Weinviertel region offers pilgrims a deeply spiritual experience on a 135-kilometre route. Pilgrims are accompanied on their journey via audio guide by Klara and Franz, who provide information on historical and spiritual sights as well as inspiring stories from the life of St Francis.

The Weinviertel region is not only known for its picturesque vineyards and charming villages, but also for its rich spiritual history. Among the many existing pilgrimage routes, one stands out as a special gem of spiritual experience: the St Francis’ Way.

Encounters with God and people on the Way of St Francis

The St Francis Way, named after the famous Saint Francis of Assisi, offers pilgrims the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of this legendary man, known for his devotion to God, nature and the poor. The route stretches over 135 kilometres and leads through breathtaking scenery, past rolling hills, fragrant vineyards and idyllic villages.

The trail runs between the districts of Mistelbach and Gänserndorf. Its starting point is at the church in Bad Pirawarth, but pilgrims have the freedom to join or leave the trail at any of the 28 places it connects. The route can be covered in around five daily stages. Each stage is peppered with spiritual stations that invite pilgrims to pause, reflect and connect with nature and their own spirituality.

One of the most fascinating aspects of the St Francis’ Way is the opportunity to explore the route with an audio guide for your own smartphone. This not only provides information about the historical and spiritual sights along the way, but also inspiring stories about the life and teachings of St Francis. The audio guide adds an extra dimension to the journey and allows pilgrims to delve deeper into the history and spirit of these unique places.

The journey of a soul

The St Francis’ Way is not just a physical journey, but also a journey of the soul. It is an opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, to calm down and to reflect on the essentials. The peaceful atmosphere, the beauty of nature and the spiritual impulses along the way make it a place of renewal and inner peace.

For anyone looking for a spiritual experience that appeals to body, mind and soul, the St Francis’ Way in the Weinviertel region is an unforgettable journey. It is a journey that not only reveals the beauty of the landscape, but also the beauty of your own inner self.

Discover the St Francis’ Way via smartphone

Together with the Hearonymus app, the ‘Franziskusweg Weinviertel’ audio guide accompanies pilgrims on their journey through the Weinviertel region, which not only strengthens the body but also nourishes the mind and soul.

The app and audio guide can be downloaded to your smartphone in just a few clicks. Once downloaded, the guide can be listened to indefinitely and without an internet connection. Whether at home or directly on site. The audio guide can be listened to anywhere, as often as you like. Both the Hearonymus app and the audio guide are available free of charge.