Danube Bike Path - Passau to Vienna
Germany, Austria Bike Tours
Bike on Europe’s most famous cycle path between historic cities
- Tour Type
- Skill Level
- Length6–10 days
- Prices from€763 Rates
Overview
The Danube Cycle Path is among the most beautiful cycling routes in all of Europe.
Starting in the three-river city of Passau, you will follow the cool, clear water of the Danube, enjoying the breathtaking natural beauty of Upper and Lower Austria before finally reaching the buzzing metropolis of Vienna. We offer different versions of this tour with varying lengths and difficulty levels and even offer a charmed version with upscale accommodations.
Regardless of the length of the tour you choose, you will witness the incredible Danube Bend at Schlögen, the Danube valley, and the wonderful landscapes of the well-known Wachau Region.
Highlights
- Cycling the most famous cycle path in Europe
- Picturesque villages, lovely landscapes, and Austrian cuisine
- Danube loop of Schlögen, cultural metropolis of Linz, and the Greinburg Castle
- Benedictine Abbey of Melk
- World-famous wine from the Wachau and Kunstmeile Krems
- Centrally located overnight villages along the Danube
A comprehensive list of all of our bike tours in Austria and bike tours in Germany can be found here.
Itinerary
Daily distances and exact overnight destinations depend on the category of hotels and the length of the tour booked. All distances are approximate. You may encounter deviations in the route due to road work or other unforeseen circumstances.
Day 1: Arrival in Passau
Day 2: Passau - Danube Bend and surroundings, 22 - 25 mi. (35 - 40 km)
Day 3: Danube Bend - Linz, 34 - 37 mi. (55 - 60 km)
Day 4: Linz - Ardagger/Grein, 34 - 37 mi. (55 - 60 km)
Day 5: Ardagger/Grein - Wachau Valley, 40 mi. (65 km)
Day 6: Wachau Valley - Tulln, 34 - 37 mi. (55 - 60 km)
Day 7: Tulln - Vienna, 25 mi. (40 km)
Day 8: Individual departure from ViennaDay 1: Passau
You will arrive at the Three-River City of Passau, one of the oldest cities in Bavaria. If you arrive early, be sure to take a stroll on the delightful old-world cobblestoned streets and visit the jewel of the city: Saint Stephen’s Cathedral. This Italian Baroque-style building is home to the largest organ outside of the United States. In the evening, our personal representative will hand over your bikes and provide a welcome meeting.Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Hotel Residenz or Hotel Passauer Wolf
Cat. B - Hotel Passauer Wolf or Hotel AtriumDay 2: Passau - Danube Bend and surroundings, 22 - 25 mi. (35 - 40 km)
Today you will start your trip along the Daube River. Via Obernzell, you pedal through the Sauwald region with lush forests and abundant farmland to Engelhartszell. Stift Engelszell or Engelszell Abbey, founded in 1293, is the only Trappist monastery in Austria and is also home to the only Trappist brewery in the country (and only one of eight total outside of Belgium). The ride continues through the Donauleiten nature reserve, from where you reach the Schlögen Bend. This is where you'll see the mighty Danube river change directions by 180 degrees, an incredible natural spectacle!Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - River Resort Donauschlinge or Hotel & Seminarkultur an der Donau Wesenufer
Cat. B - Gasthof Draxler Niederranna or Hotel & Seminarkultur an der Donau WesenuferDay 3: Danube Bend - Linz, 34 - 37 mi. (55 - 60 km)
The route leads through the green Eferdinger Basin via the market towns of Aschach, Ottensheim, and Wilhering. You'll eventually reach the Upper Austrian capital of Linz. Linz is unique as it features an awesome combination of historical buildings, stunning architecture, vast areas of green space, and modern innovations. The Castle of Linz, the New Cathedral, and Pöstlingberg Mountain are all notable highlights. Don't forget the many eateries where you'll have to sample the famous Linz Pie.Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Hotel Schwarzer Bär Linz or Austria Classic Hotel Wolfinger Linz
Cat. B - COURTYARD by Marriott Hotel Linz or Hotel Prielmayerhof LinzDay 4: Linz - Ardagger/Grein, 34 - 37 mi. (55 - 60 km)
You will pedal away from the course of the Danube for a change, via St. Florian (Augustinian monastery) to Enns, the oldest town in Austria. In Enns, you can view the town square with its 60-meter-high tower, or visit the archaeological collection in the municipal museum Lauriacum. You'll eventually pedal back to the Danube until reaching the beautiful baroque town of Grein. Here you have the opportunity to visit the oldest municipal theater in Austria that is still being used today. Additionally, you can visit the Greinburg Castle; possibly Grein's most popular attraction and one of the first castles in this region.
Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Hotel Goldenes Kreuz Grein or Gasthof Zur Traube Grein
Cat. B - Gasthof Zur Donaubrücke Ardagger or Schiffsmeisterhaus ArdaggerDay 5: Ardagger/Grein - Wachau Valley, 40 mi. (65 km)
This section of the Danube, the Strudengau, was once feared by sailors due to the strong currents, but now you can cycle along it peacefully. In Maria Taferl, high above the Danube, you will find the magnificent pilgrimage church, which attracts thousands of pilgrims every year. Be sure to make a stop in Melk and admire the beautiful monastery that overlooks the Danube. As soon as you leave Melk, you will cycle into the picturesque Wachau region, where you can enjoy the charming atmosphere of the region’s typical orchards and vineyards. A wine tasting is almost a must in this area - we have included it for you.Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Landhotel Kirchenwirt Weißenkirchen or Renaissancehotel Raffelsberger Hof Weißenkirchen
Cat. B - Gasthof Goldenes Schiff Spitz or Weinhotel Wachau SpitzDay 6: Wachau Valley - Tulln, 34 - 37 mi. (55 - 60 km)
Starting today's ride, you will pass through the little wine village of Dürnstein, famous for its ancient castle that once imprisoned English King Richard the Lionheart. You will continue pedaling along until reaching the 1000-year-old town of Krems, before finishing your day in Tulln. The city is also known as the "city of flowers". The local Egon-Schiele-museum is worth a visit. Enjoy your last night in this more rural area of Austria before heading to the capital of Vienna.Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Hotel Best Western Tulln or Hotel Das Römerhof Tulln
Cat. B - Hotel Nibelungenhof Tulln or Hotel Widhof TullnDay 7: Tulln - Vienna, 25 mi. (40 km)
The final miles of your bike tour will be a relaxed trip to the Austrian metropolis of Vienna. There is so much to do and see here! Treat yourself to a Viennese-style Americano coffee and a piece of the famous Sachertorte cake in one of Vienna’s typical coffee houses. Explore the imperial Schönbrunn Palace and gardens, visit the Hofburg, or spend some time shopping on the Mariahilfer Strasse.Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Austria Classic Hotel Vienna or Hotel Henriette Stadhotel Vienna
Cat. B - ROOMZ Hotel Prater Vienna or Courtyard by Marriott Hotel Vienna Prater/MesseDay 8: Departure from Vienna
Your tour in Vienna, unless you desire to book additional nights. We offer a transfer from Vienna back to Passau (daily, departing at 2 pm) with advanced reservation.Day 1: Arrival in Passau
Day 2: Passau - Danube Bend and surroundings, 22 - 25 mi. (35 - 40 km)
Day 3: Danube Bend - Linz, 34 - 37 mi. (55 - 60 km)
Day 4: Linz - Enns and surrounding, 19 mi. (30 km)
Day 5: Enns surroundings - Ardagger/Grein, 19 - 22 mi. (30 - 35 km)
Day 6: Ardagger - Grein - Melk, 28 - 31 mi. (45 - 50 km)
Day 7: Melk - Krems, 25 mi. (40 km)
Day 8: Krems - Tulln, 28 mi. (45 km)
Day 9: Tulln - Vienna, 25 mi. (40 km)
Day 10: Individual departure from ViennaDay 1: Passau
You will arrive at the Three-River City of Passau, one of the oldest cities in Bavaria. If you arrive early, be sure to take a stroll on the delightful old-world cobblestoned streets and visit the jewel of the city: Saint Stephen’s Cathedral. This Italian Baroque-style building is home to the largest organ outside of the United States. In the evening, our personal representative will hand over your bikes and provide a welcome meeting.Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Hotel Residenz or Hotel Passauer Wolf
Cat. B - Hotel Passauer Wolf or Hotel AtriumDay 2: Passau - Danube Bend and surroundings, 22 - 25 mi. (35 - 40 km)
Today you will start your trip along the Daube River. Via Obernzell, you pedal through the Sauwald region with lush forests and abundant farmland to Engelhartszell. Stift Engelszell or Engelszell Abbey, founded in 1293, is the only Trappist monastery in Austria and is also home to the only Trappist brewery in the country (and only one of eight total outside of Belgium). The ride continues through the Donauleiten nature reserve, from where you reach the Schlögen Bend. This is where you'll see the mighty Danube river change directions by 180 degrees, an incredible natural spectacle!Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - River resort Donauschlinge or Hotel & Seminarkultur an der Donau Wesenufer
Cat. B - Gasthof Draxler Niederranna or Hotel & Seminarkultur an der Donau WesenuferDay 3: Danube Bend - Linz, 34 - 37 mi. (55 - 60 km)
The route leads through the green Eferdinger Basin via the market towns of Aschach, Ottensheim, and Wilhering. You'll eventually reach the Upper Austrian capital of Linz. Linz is unique as it features an awesome combination of historical buildings, stunning architecture, vast areas of green space, and modern innovations. The Castle of Linz, the New Cathedral, and Pöstlingberg Mountain are all notable highlights. Don't forget the many eateries where you'll have to sample the famous Linz Pie.Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Hotel Schwarzer Bär Linz or Austria Classic Hotel Wolfinger Linz
Cat. B - COURTYARD by Marriott Hotel Linz or Hotel Prielmayerhof LinzDay 4: Linz - Enns and surrounding, 19 mi. (30 km)
You will pedal away from the course of the Danube for a change, via St. Florian (Augustinian monastery) to Enns, the oldest town in Austria. In Enns, you can view the town square with its 60-meter-high tower, or visit the archaeological collection in the municipal museum Lauriacum. Enns is also full of medieval courtyards that you'll definitely want to peek into as you walk around this charming town.Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Donauhotel Lettnerhof Au or Hotel Goldenes Schiff Enns
Cat. B - Hotel Goldenes Schiff Enns or Donauhotel Lettnerhof AuDay 5: Enns surroundings - Ardagger/Grein, 19 - 22 mi. (30 - 35 km)
You'll pedal back to the Danube until reaching the beautiful baroque town of Grein. Here you have the opportunity to visit the oldest municipal theater in Austria that is still being used today. Additionally, you can visit the Greinburg Castle; possibly Grein's most popular attraction and one of the first castles in this region.
Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Hotel Goldenes Kreuz Grein or Gasthof Zur Traube Grein
Cat. B - Gasthof Zur Donaubrücke Ardagger or Schiffsmeisterhaus ArdaggerDay 6: Ardagger - Grein - Melk, 28 - 31 mi. (45 - 50 km)
This section of the Danube, the Strudengau, was once feared by sailors due to the strong currents, but now you can cycle along it peacefully. In Maria Taferl, high above the Danube, you will find the magnificent pilgrimage church, which attracts thousands of pilgrims every year. Your destination today is Melk. Entering into town, you'll immediately notice the magnificent Melk Abbey standing high atop a rocky hill; the focal point of the area. This Abbey was named a UNESCO world cultural heritage site with a rich history dating back to 1089.Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Hotel Zur Post Melk or Hotel Rathauskeller Melk
Cat. B - Hotel Wachauerhof Melk or Rathaukeller MelkDay 7: Melk - Krems, 25 mi. (40 km)
Leaving Melk, you enter into the picturesque Wachau region, where the scenery of orchards and vineyards accompanies you. You pass through the little wine towns of Spitz and Weißenkirchen, cycling by the Dürnstein castle ruin, and finishing your journey in the 1000-year-old town of Krems. Krems city’s center is a virtually untouched 18th-century Old Town, whose architecture includes one of Austria's oldest churches. A stay in the Wachau region means that you simply must take part in a wine tasting.Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Steigenberger Hotel or SPA Krems or Hotel Klinglhuber Krems
Cat. B - Hotel Unter den Linden or Gasthaus Klinglhuber KremsDay 8: Krems - Tulln, 28 mi. (45 km)
Today you cycle to the Roman town of Tulln. The city is also known as the "city of flowers" thanks to its multitude of parks, gardens, and horticultural exhibitions. Perhaps the most important of Tulln’s sites is the Nibelungen Fountain. According to The Song of the Nibelung, it was in Tulln that Attila the Hun found and proposed to his wife. The local Egon-Schiele-museum is also worth a visit.Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Best Western Hotel Tulln or Hotel Das Römerhof Tulln
Cat. B - Hotel Nibelungenhof Tulln or Hotel Widhof TullnDay 9: Tulln - Vienna, 25 mi. (40 km)
The final miles of your bike tour will be a relaxed trip to the Austrian metropolis of Vienna. There is so much to do and see here! Treat yourself to a Viennese-style Americano coffee and a piece of the famous Sachertorte cake in one of Vienna’s typical coffee houses. Explore the imperial Schönbrunn Palace and gardens, visit the Hofburg, or spend some time shopping on the Mariahilfer Strasse.Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Austria Classic Hotel Vienna or Hotel Henriette Stadhotel Vienna
Cat. B - ROOMZ Hotel Prater Vienna or Courtyard by Marriott Hotel Vienna Prater/MesseDay 10: Individual departure from Vienna
Individual departure from Vienna, extra nights are possible! We offer a transfer from Vienna back to Passau (daily, departing at 2 pm) with advanced reservation.Day 1: Arrival in Passau
Day 2: Passau - Aschach/Brandstatt, 43 mi. (70 km)
Day 3: Aschach/Brandstatt - Ardagger/Grein, 50 mi. (80 km)
Day 4: Ardagger/Grein - Krems, 53 mi. (85 km)
Day 5: Krems - Vienna, 50 mi. (80 km)
Day 6: Individual departure from ViennaDay 1: Arrival in Passau
You will arrive at the Three-River City of Passau, one of the oldest cities in Bavaria. If you arrive early, be sure to take a stroll on the delightful old-world cobblestoned streets and visit the jewel of the city: Saint Stephen’s Cathedral. This Italian Baroque-style building is home to the largest organ outside of the United States. In the evening, our personal representative will hand over your bikes and provide a welcome meeting.Sample accommodation: Hotel Atrium or Hotel Passauer Wolf
Day 2: Passau - Aschach/Brandstatt, 43 mi. (70 km)
Today you will start your trip along the Daube River. Via Obernzell, you pedal through the Sauwald region with lush forests and abundant farmland to Engelhartszell. Stift Engelszell or Engelszell Abbey, founded in 1293, is the only Trappist monastery in Austria and is also home to the only Trappist brewery in the country (and only one of eight total outside of Belgium). The ride continues through the Donauleiten nature reserve, from where you reach the Schlögen Bend. This is where you'll see the mighty Danube river change directions by 180 degrees, an incredible natural spectacle that you will admire during a ferry ride to the other side of the river. Soon you will reach Aschach, where you will find your hotel.Sample accommodation: Landgasthof Dieplinger Brandstatt or Hotel Faustschlössl Aschach
Day 3: Aschach/Brandstatt - Ardagger/Grein, 50 mi. (80 km)
The route leads through the green Eferdinger Basin via the market towns of Aschach, Ottensheim, and Wilhering. You'll eventually reach the Upper Austrian capital of Linz. Linz is unique as it features an awesome combination of historical buildings, stunning architecture, vast areas of green space, and modern innovations. Further highlights of the European cultural capital of 2009 are the magnificent views from the Pöstlingberg. Later, you will continue your trip towards Strudengau and Nibelungengau to Grein and its surroundings. Here you have the opportunity to visit the oldest municipal theater in Austria that is still being used today.Sample accommodation: Hotel Goldenes Kreuz Grein or Gasthof Zur Traube Grein
Day 4: Ardagger/Grein - Krems, 53 mi. (85 km)
Leaving Grein, you'll pedal down river passing through Melk. Entering into town, you'll immediately notice the magnificent Melk Abbey standing high atop a rocky hill; the focal point of the area. You'll continue through the wine towns of Spitz and Weißenkirchen, cycling by the Dürnstein castle ruin, and finishing your journey in the 1000-year-old town of Krems. Krems city’s center is a virtually untouched 18th-century Old Town, whose architecture includes one of Austria's oldest churches. A stay in the Wachau region means that you simply must take part in a wine tasting.Sample accommodation: Hotel Klinglhuber Krems or Hotel Unter den Linden Krems
Day 5: Krems - Vienna, 50 mi. (80 km)
Today you will pedal via Traismauer and visit the Roman town of Tulln. The city is also known as the "city of flowers" thanks to its multitude of parks, gardens, and horticultural exhibitions. The final miles of your bike tour will be a relaxed trip to the Austrian metropolis of Vienna. There is so much to do and see here! Treat yourself to a Viennese-style Americano coffee and a piece of the famous Sachertorte cake in one of Vienna’s typical coffee houses. Explore the imperial Schönbrunn Palace and gardens, visit the Hofburg, or spend some time shopping on the Mariahilfer Strasse.Sample accommodation: ROOMZ Hotel Prater Vienna or Courtyard by Marriott Hotel Vienna Prater/Messe
Day 6: Individual departure from Vienna
Individual departure from Vienna, extra nights are possible! We offer a transfer from Vienna back to Passau (daily, departing at 2 pm) with advanced reservation.9 days/8 nights (Charm accommodations)
Day 1: Arrival in Passau
Day 2: Passau - Schlögen/Danube Bend, 25 mi. (40 km)
Day 3: Schlögen/Danube Bend - Linz, 34 mi. (55 km)
Day 4: Linz - Ardagger/Grein, 34 mi. (55 km)
Day 5: Ardagger/Grein - Melk, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 6: Melk - Dürnstein, 19 mi. (30 km)
Day 7: Dürnstein - Tulln, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 8: Tulln - Vienna, 25 mi. (40 km)
Day 9: Individual departure from ViennaDay 1: Passau
You will arrive at the Three-River City of Passau, one of the oldest cities in Bavaria. If you arrive early, be sure to take a stroll on the delightful old-world cobblestoned streets and visit the jewel of the city: Saint Stephen’s Cathedral. This Italian Baroque-style building is home to the largest organ outside of the United States. In the evening, our personal representative will hand over your bikes and provide a welcome meeting.Sample accommodation:
Hotel Passauer Wolf, room category: Luxury
or Hotel Residenz in Passau, room category: ComfortDay 2: Passau - Schlögen/Danube Bend, 25 mi. (40 km)
Today you will start your trip along the Daube River. Via Obernzell, you pedal through the Sauwald region with lush forests and abundant farmland to Engelhartszell. Stift Engelszell or Engelszell Abbey, founded in 1293, is the only Trappist monastery in Austria and is also home to the only Trappist brewery in the country (and only one of eight total outside of Belgium). The ride continues through the Donauleiten nature reserve, from where you reach the Schlögen Bend. This is where you'll see the mighty Danube river change directions by 180 degrees, an incredible natural spectacle that you will admire during a ferry ride to the other side of the river.Sample accommodation:
River Resort Donauschlinge Schlögen, room category: Balcony and Danube view
or Hotel & Seminarkultur an der Donau Wesenufer, room category: Danube viewDay 3: Schlögen/Danube Bend - Linz, 34 mi. (55 km)
The route leads through the green Eferdinger Basin via the market towns of Aschach, Ottensheim, and Wilhering. You'll eventually reach the Upper Austrian capital of Linz. Linz is unique as it features an awesome combination of historical buildings, stunning architecture, vast areas of green space, and modern innovations. The Castle of Linz, the New Cathedral, and Pöstlingberg Mountain are all notable highlights. Don't forget the many eateries where you'll have to sample the famous Linz Pie.Sample accommodation:
Austria Classic Hotel Wolfinger Linz, room category: Superior
or Hotel Am Domplatz Linz, room category: StandardDay 4: Linz - Ardagger/Grein, 34 mi. (55 km)
You will pedal away from the course of the Danube for a change, via St. Florian (Augustinian monastery) to Enns, the oldest town in Austria. In Enns, you can view the town square with its 60-meter-high tower, or visit the archaeological collection in the municipal museum Lauriacum. You'll eventually pedal back to the Danube until reaching the beautiful baroque town of Grein. Here you have the opportunity to visit the oldest municipal theater in Austria that is still being used today. Additionally, you can visit the Greinburg Castle; possibly Grein's most popular attraction and one of the first castles in this region.Sample accommodation:
Landgasthof Winter Adragger, room category: Standard
or Hotel Schiffsmeisterhaus Ardagger, room category: GenießerDay 5: Ardagger/Grein - Melk, 31 mi. (50 km)
This section of the Danube, the Strudengau, was once feared by sailors due to the strong currents, but now you can cycle along it peacefully. In Maria Taferl, high above the Danube, you will find the magnificent pilgrimage church, which attracts thousands of pilgrims every year. Your destination today is Melk. Entering into town, you'll immediately notice the magnificent Melk Abbey standing high atop a rocky hill; the focal point of the area. This Abbey was named a UNESCO world cultural heritage site with a rich history dating back to 1089.
Sample accommodation:
Hotel Zur Post Melk, room category: Comfort with AC
or Hotel Rathauskeller Melk, room category: DeluxeDay 6: Melk - Dürnstein, 19 mi. (30 km)
Leaving Melk, you enter into the picturesque Wachau region, where the scenery of orchards and vineyards accompanies you. You pass through the little wine towns of Spitz and Weißenkirchen, cycling to Dürnstein, a town seemingly straight out of a medieval novel. This place has taken its name from the castle which occupies the cliffs above, a must-visit for sure!Sample accommodation:
Hotel Schloss Dürnstein, room category: Standard
or Hotel Richard Löwenherz Dürnstein, room category: DeluxeDay 7: Dürnstein - Tulln, 31 mi. (50 km)
You will continue pedaling along until reaching the 1000-year-old town of Krems. Krems city’s center is a virtually untouched 18th-century Old Town, whose architecture includes one of Austria's oldest churches. You finish your day in Tulln. The city is also known as the "city of flowers". The local Egon-Schiele-museum is worth a visit.Sample accommodation:
Hotel Nibelungenhof Tulln, room category: Genießer
or Best Western Hotel TullnDay 8: Tulln - Vienna, 25 mi. (40 km)
The final miles of your bike tour will be a relaxed trip to the Austrian metropolis of Vienna. There is so much to do and see here! Treat yourself to a Viennese-style Americano coffee and a piece of the famous Sachertorte cake in one of Vienna’s typical coffee houses. Explore the imperial Schönbrunn Palace and gardens, visit the Hofburg, or spend some time shopping on the Mariahilfer Strasse.Sample accommodation:
Steigenberger Hotel Herrenhof Vienna, room category: Standard
or Hotel Ambassador Vienna, room category: ClassicDay 9: Individual departure from Vienna
Individual departure from Vienna, extra nights are possible! We offer a transfer from Vienna back to Passau (daily, departing at 2 pm) with advanced reservation.Day 1: Passau
Day 2: Passau - Schlögen, 25 mi. (40 km)
Day 3: Schlögen - Linz, 28 mi. (45 km) + train or ferry
Day 4: Linz - Mitterkirchen, 25 mi. (40 km)
Day 5: Mitterkirchen - Marbach, 28 mi. (45 km)
Day 6: Marbach - Krems, 25 mi. (40 km) + boat
Day 7: Krems - Vienna, 25 mi. (40 km) + train
Day 8: Individual departure from ViennaDay 1: Passau
You will arrive at the Three-River City of Passau, one of the oldest cities in Bavaria. If you arrive early, be sure to take a stroll on the delightful old-world cobblestoned streets and visit the jewel of the city: Saint Stephen’s Cathedral. This Italian Baroque-style building is home to the largest organ outside of the United States. In the evening, our personal representative will hand over your bikes and provide a welcome meeting.Sample accommodation:
Hotel Passauer Wolf or Hotel AtriumDay 2: Passau - Schlögen, 25 mi. (40 km)
Today you will start your trip along the Daube River. Via Obernzell, you pedal through the Sauwald region with lush forests and abundant farmland to Engelhartszell. Stift Engelszell or Engelszell Abbey, founded in 1293, is the only Trappist monastery in Austria and is also home to the only Trappist brewery in the country (and only one of eight total outside of Belgium). Children can spend some time at the so-called "Mini-Donau": an adventure park to learn about the different sections of the Danube. The ride continues through the Donauleiten nature reserve, from where you reach the Schlögen Bend. This is where you'll see the mighty Danube river change directions by 180 degrees, an incredible natural spectacle. In the evening, relax in the indoor swimming pool at your hotel.Sample accommodation:
River Resort Donauschlinge Schlögen, Room category: With balcony or Hotel & Seminarkultur an der Donau Wesenufer, Room category: With Danube viewDay 3: Schlögen - Linz, 28 mi. (45 km) + train or ferry
The route leads through the green Eferdinger Basin via the market towns of Aschach, Ottensheim, and Wilhering. You'll eventually reach the Upper Austrian capital of Linz. A train or ferry ticket is included for the last section. Linz is unique as it features an awesome combination of historical buildings, stunning architecture, vast areas of green space, and modern innovations. Pöstlingberg Mountain with the Fairytale World is a highlight!Sample accommodation:
COURTYARD by Marriott Hotel Linz or Hotel Prielmayerhof LinzDay 4: Linz - Mitterkirchen, 25 mi. (40 km)
You'll continue cycling through the river wetlands to the mouth of the river Enns. Take time to visit the oldest city of Austria, Enns, before reaching Mitterkirchen. You will be accommodated at an original farm where children have the possibility to feed the animals.Sample accommodation:
Radlerbauernhof Moser Mitterkirchen or Kraglhof MitterkirchenDay 5: Mitterkirchen - Marbach, 28 mi. (45 km)
The wild Strudengau-valley awaits as you cycle through the rich planes of the Machland area. Dreamy little towns and villages dot this countryside. On the way to today's destination of Marbach, you cycle through lush forests in untouched nature.Sample accommodation:
Landgasthof Zur Schönen Wienerin Marbach or Hotel Wachauerhof MarbachDay 6: Marbach - Krems, 25 mi. (40 km) + boat
The first stop on today's route is Melk. You'll immediately notice the magnificent Melk Abbey standing high atop a rocky hill; the focal point of the area. This Abbey was named a UNESCO world cultural heritage site with a rich history dating back to 1089. Continuing onwards, you pass winegrowing villages, old fortified churches, and ancient castles of the Wachau region. In Dürnstein, you will board a river boat to Krems, well known as the capital of the Wachau.Sample accommodation:
Hotel Unter den Linden Krems or Hotel Zum Goldenen Engel KremsDay 7: Krems - Vienna, 25 mi. (40 km) + train
You start in the morning with a train ride from Krems to Tulln. You'll pass Greifenstein and Klosterneuburg, tiny little Danube towns full of charm! Your tour ends in the buzzing metropolis of Vienna. Don’t forget to visit the Würstelprater, the vibrant entertainment area of Vienna’s Prater, and experience its electrifying energy. Included is a ride on the famous Ferris wheel.Sample accommodation:
ROOMZ Hotel Prater Vienna or COURTYARD by Marriott Hotel Vienna Prater/MesseDay 8: Individual departure from Vienna
Individual departure from Vienna, extra nights are possible! We offer a transfer from Vienna back to Passau (daily, departing at 2 pm) with advanced reservation.Map
Hotels & Bikes
This bike tour features two hotel categories to suit every traveler’s needs!
Category A: Carefully selected 4-star and 3-star hotels in central locations; mostly accommodations with charm and Austrian tradition. Where possible, upgraded rooms are reserved.
Category B: Accommodation at guest houses and 3-star hotels and in the bigger cities some 4-star hotels.
A sample hotel list is provided in the itinerary. If the hotel listed is not possible due to availability, a suitable alternative of an equal standard will be booked.Bicycles
Accessories
- Saddle bag (water-repellent)
- Handlebar bag (water-repellent)
- Service-Set with tools and extra bicycle tube
- Pump
- Combination lock
Inclusions
What’s Included
- Accommodations in the chosen category for length of tour
- Daily breakfast buffet
- Welcome meeting
- 21-gear hybrid bicycle with waterproof pannier bag, handlebar bag, tool kit with extra tube and pump, and combination lock
- Luggage transfer (no limit, each piece no heavier than 20kg)
- Emergency service hotline for the duration of the tour
- Detailed travel documents including GPS tracks (1 package per each room)
- Bike Protection
- 1 wine tasting in the Wachau valley (3 wines + 1 sandwich)
- Ticket for the Ferris wheel in Vienna
- Train or ferry ticket from Ottensheim to Linz, including bike
- Train ticket from Krems to Tulln, including bike
- Boat ticket from Dürnstein to Krems, including bike
- Surprise for the children
- Ticket for Pöstlingbergbahn and Grottenbahn
- Ticket for Celtic Village in Mitterkirchen
- Ticket Mini Danube in Engelhartszell, including aquarium and sensory garden
- Ferry ticket Danube bend, including bike
Additionally for the CLASSIC & RELAXED itineraries
Additionally for the FAMILY itinerary
What’s Not Included
- All other meals except breakfast
- Local tourist tax if applicable
- Transfer back to Passau
- Travel Insurance
Dates & Pricing
Dates
Daily arrivals possible between March 30 to October 12, 2024
Please Note
- Rates are per person, based on double occupancy
- Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
Pricing
2024
Season 1: March 30 to April 12 | September 28 to October 12, 2024
Season 2: April 13 to May 3 | September 14 to September 27, 2024
Season 3: May 4 - September 13, 2024Category A Category B Season 1 $ 1734 £ 916 $ 1,569 € 1043 kr 160012 ₪ 4275 ¥ 178629 Mex$ 19242 NZ$ 1905 NOK 12434 zł 4582 S$ 1554 kr 12458 $ 1,147 $ 1468 £ 775 $ 1,328 € 883 kr 135465 ₪ 3619 ¥ 151226 Mex$ 16290 NZ$ 1613 NOK 10526 zł 3879 S$ 1315 kr 10547 $ 971 Season 2 $ 1858 £ 981 $ 1,681 € 1118 kr 171518 ₪ 4582 ¥ 191474 Mex$ 20626 NZ$ 2042 NOK 13328 zł 4911 S$ 1665 kr 13354 $ 1,229 $ 1634 £ 863 $ 1,478 € 983 kr 150807 ₪ 4029 ¥ 168353 Mex$ 18135 NZ$ 1795 NOK 11718 zł 4318 S$ 1464 kr 11741 $ 1,081 Season 3 $ 1983 £ 1047 $ 1,794 € 1193 kr 183024 ₪ 4889 ¥ 204318 Mex$ 22010 NZ$ 2179 NOK 14222 zł 5241 S$ 1777 kr 14249 $ 1,312 $ 1840 £ 972 $ 1,665 € 1107 kr 169830 ₪ 4537 ¥ 189590 Mex$ 20423 NZ$ 2022 NOK 13197 zł 4863 S$ 1649 kr 13222 $ 1,217 Single supplement $ 580 £ 306 $ 525 € 349 kr 53542 ₪ 1430 ¥ 59771 Mex$ 6439 NZ$ 637 NOK 4160 zł 1533 S$ 520 kr 4168 $ 384 $ 424 £ 224 $ 383 € 255 kr 39121 ₪ 1045 ¥ 43672 Mex$ 4704 NZ$ 466 NOK 3040 zł 1120 S$ 380 kr 3046 $ 280 Half-board (6 three-course dinners excluding Vienna) $ 364 £ 192 $ 329 € 219 kr 33598 ₪ 898 ¥ 37507 Mex$ 4040 NZ$ 400 NOK 2611 zł 962 S$ 326 kr 2616 $ 241 $ 347 £ 183 $ 314 € 209 kr 32064 ₪ 857 ¥ 35794 Mex$ 3856 NZ$ 382 NOK 2491 zł 918 S$ 311 kr 2496 $ 230 Bike supplements
Premium rental bike $ 116 £ 61 $ 105 € 70 kr 10739 ₪ 287 ¥ 11989 Mex$ 1291 NZ$ 128 NOK 834 zł 307 S$ 104 kr 836 $ 77 Electric bike $ 266 £ 140 $ 241 € 160 kr 24546 ₪ 656 ¥ 27402 Mex$ 2952 NZ$ 292 NOK 1907 zł 703 S$ 238 kr 1911 $ 176 Category A Category B Season 1 $ 2199 £ 1161 $ 1,990 € 1323 kr 202968 ₪ 5422 ¥ 226583 Mex$ 24408 NZ$ 2416 NOK 15771 zł 5812 S$ 1971 kr 15802 $ 1,455 $ 1834 £ 968 $ 1,659 € 1103 kr 169217 ₪ 4520 ¥ 188905 Mex$ 20349 NZ$ 2015 NOK 13149 zł 4845 S$ 1643 kr 13174 $ 1,213 Season 2 $ 2309 £ 1219 $ 2,089 € 1389 kr 213093 ₪ 5693 ¥ 237886 Mex$ 25626 NZ$ 2537 NOK 16558 zł 6102 S$ 2069 kr 16590 $ 1,527 $ 2000 £ 1056 $ 1,809 € 1203 kr 184558 ₪ 4930 ¥ 206031 Mex$ 22194 NZ$ 2197 NOK 14341 zł 5285 S$ 1792 kr 14369 $ 1,323 Season 3 $ 2449 £ 1293 $ 2,215 € 1473 kr 225980 ₪ 6037 ¥ 252272 Mex$ 27175 NZ$ 2690 NOK 17560 zł 6471 S$ 2194 kr 17594 $ 1,619 $ 2124 £ 1122 $ 1,922 € 1278 kr 196064 ₪ 5238 ¥ 218876 Mex$ 23578 NZ$ 2334 NOK 15235 zł 5614 S$ 1904 kr 15265 $ 1,405 Single supplement $ 746 £ 394 $ 675 € 449 kr 68883 ₪ 1840 ¥ 76898 Mex$ 8284 NZ$ 820 NOK 5353 zł 1972 S$ 669 kr 5363 $ 494 $ 597 £ 315 $ 540 € 359 kr 55076 ₪ 1471 ¥ 61484 Mex$ 6623 NZ$ 656 NOK 4280 zł 1577 S$ 535 kr 4288 $ 395 Half-board (8 three-course dinners excluding Vienna) $ 514 £ 271 $ 465 € 309 kr 47405 ₪ 1266 ¥ 52921 Mex$ 5701 NZ$ 564 NOK 3684 zł 1357 S$ 460 kr 3691 $ 340 $ 464 £ 245 $ 420 € 279 kr 42803 ₪ 1143 ¥ 47783 Mex$ 5147 NZ$ 510 NOK 3326 zł 1226 S$ 416 kr 3332 $ 307 Bike supplements
Premium rental bike $ 126 £ 67 $ 114 € 76 kr 11660 ₪ 311 ¥ 13016 Mex$ 1402 NZ$ 139 NOK 906 zł 334 S$ 113 kr 908 $ 84 Electric bike $ 283 £ 149 $ 256 € 170 kr 26081 ₪ 697 ¥ 29115 Mex$ 3136 NZ$ 310 NOK 2027 zł 747 S$ 253 kr 2031 $ 187 Season 1 $ 1268 £ 670 $ 1,147 € 763 kr 117056 ₪ 3127 ¥ 130675 Mex$ 14077 NZ$ 1394 NOK 9096 zł 3352 S$ 1137 kr 9113 $ 839 Season 2 $ 1385 £ 731 $ 1,253 € 833 kr 127795 ₪ 3414 ¥ 142663 Mex$ 15368 NZ$ 1521 NOK 9930 zł 3659 S$ 1241 kr 9949 $ 916 Season 3 $ 1509 £ 797 $ 1,366 € 908 kr 139301 ₪ 3721 ¥ 155508 Mex$ 16752 NZ$ 1658 NOK 10824 zł 3989 S$ 1353 kr 10845 $ 998 Single supplement $ 397 £ 210 $ 359 € 239 kr 36666 ₪ 980 ¥ 40932 Mex$ 4409 NZ$ 437 NOK 2849 zł 1050 S$ 356 kr 2855 $ 263 Half-board (4 three-course dinners excluding Vienna) $ 239 £ 126 $ 217 € 144 kr 22092 ₪ 590 ¥ 24662 Mex$ 2657 NZ$ 263 NOK 1717 zł 633 S$ 215 kr 1720 $ 158 Bike supplements
Premium rental bike $ 100 £ 53 $ 90 € 60 kr 9205 ₪ 246 ¥ 10276 Mex$ 1107 NZ$ 110 NOK 715 zł 264 S$ 89 kr 717 $ 66 Electric bike $ 233 £ 123 $ 211 € 140 kr 21478 ₪ 574 ¥ 23977 Mex$ 2583 NZ$ 256 NOK 1669 zł 615 S$ 209 kr 1672 $ 154 Road bike $ 233 £ 123 $ 211 € 140 kr 21478 ₪ 574 ¥ 23977 Mex$ 2583 NZ$ 256 NOK 1669 zł 615 S$ 209 kr 1672 $ 154 9 days/8 nights (Charm accommodations)
Season 1 $ 2365 £ 1249 $ 2,140 € 1423 kr 218310 ₪ 5832 ¥ 243709 Mex$ 26253 NZ$ 2599 NOK 16964 zł 6251 S$ 2120 kr 16996 $ 1,564 Season 2 $ 2523 £ 1333 $ 2,283 € 1518 kr 232884 ₪ 6221 ¥ 259979 Mex$ 28005 NZ$ 2773 NOK 18096 zł 6668 S$ 2261 kr 18131 $ 1,669 Season 3 $ 2648 £ 1398 $ 2,396 € 1593 kr 244390 ₪ 6529 ¥ 272824 Mex$ 29389 NZ$ 2910 NOK 18990 zł 6998 S$ 2373 kr 19027 $ 1,751 Single supplement $ 873 £ 461 $ 790 € 525 kr 80543 ₪ 2152 ¥ 89914 Mex$ 9686 NZ$ 959 NOK 6259 zł 2306 S$ 782 kr 6271 $ 577 Half-board (6 three-course dinners excluding Linz & Vienna) $ 414 £ 219 $ 374 € 249 kr 38200 ₪ 1020 ¥ 42645 Mex$ 4594 NZ$ 455 NOK 2968 zł 1094 S$ 371 kr 2974 $ 274 Bike supplements
Premium rental bike $ 116 £ 61 $ 105 € 70 kr 10739 ₪ 287 ¥ 11989 Mex$ 1291 NZ$ 128 NOK 834 zł 307 S$ 104 kr 836 $ 77 Electric bike $ 266 £ 140 $ 241 € 160 kr 24546 ₪ 656 ¥ 27402 Mex$ 2952 NZ$ 292 NOK 1907 zł 703 S$ 238 kr 1911 $ 176 Season 1 $ 1734 £ 916 $ 1,569 € 1043 kr 160012 ₪ 4275 ¥ 178629 Mex$ 19242 NZ$ 1905 NOK 12434 zł 4582 S$ 1554 kr 12458 $ 1,147 Season 2 $ 1867 £ 986 $ 1,689 € 1123 kr 172285 ₪ 4602 ¥ 192330 Mex$ 20718 NZ$ 2051 NOK 13387 zł 4933 S$ 1673 kr 13413 $ 1,235 Season 3 $ 2000 £ 1056 $ 1,809 € 1203 kr 184558 ₪ 4930 ¥ 206031 Mex$ 22194 NZ$ 2197 NOK 14341 zł 5285 S$ 1792 kr 14369 $ 1,323 Single supplement $ 474 £ 250 $ 429 € 285 kr 43723 ₪ 1168 ¥ 48810 Mex$ 5258 NZ$ 521 NOK 3397 zł 1252 S$ 425 kr 3404 $ 313 Half-board (6 three-course dinners excluding Vienna) $ 347 £ 183 $ 314 € 209 kr 32064 ₪ 857 ¥ 35794 Mex$ 3856 NZ$ 382 NOK 2491 zł 918 S$ 311 kr 2496 $ 230 Bike supplements
Premium rental bike $ 116 £ 61 $ 105 € 70 kr 10739 ₪ 287 ¥ 11989 Mex$ 1291 NZ$ 128 NOK 834 zł 307 S$ 104 kr 836 $ 77 Electric bike $ 266 £ 140 $ 241 € 160 kr 24546 ₪ 656 ¥ 27402 Mex$ 2952 NZ$ 292 NOK 1907 zł 703 S$ 238 kr 1911 $ 176 Child bike/child trailer (discount) $ 17 £ 9 $ 15 € 10 kr 1534 ₪ 41 ¥ 1713 Mex$ 184 NZ$ 18 NOK 119 zł 44 S$ 15 kr 119 $ 11 Follow-me tandem $ 66 £ 35 $ 60 € 40 kr 6137 ₪ 164 ¥ 6851 Mex$ 738 NZ$ 73 NOK 477 zł 176 S$ 60 kr 478 $ 44 Child seat (discount) $ 106 £ 56 $ 96 € 64 kr 9819 ₪ 262 ¥ 10961 Mex$ 1181 NZ$ 117 NOK 763 zł 281 S$ 95 kr 764 $ 70 Tandem rental for adults $ 316 £ 167 $ 286 € 190 kr 29149 ₪ 779 ¥ 32540 Mex$ 3505 NZ$ 347 NOK 2265 zł 835 S$ 283 kr 2269 $ 209 Extra Options
Extra Nights
Passau
Category A Category B Twin/double $ 148 £ 78 $ 134 € 89 kr 13654 ₪ 365 ¥ 15243 Mex$ 1642 NZ$ 163 NOK 1061 zł 391 S$ 133 kr 1063 $ 98 $ 131 £ 69 $ 119 € 79 kr 12120 ₪ 324 ¥ 13530 Mex$ 1457 NZ$ 144 NOK 942 zł 347 S$ 118 kr 944 $ 87 Single $ 231 £ 122 $ 209 € 139 kr 21325 ₪ 570 ¥ 23806 Mex$ 2564 NZ$ 254 NOK 1657 zł 611 S$ 207 kr 1660 $ 153 $ 198 £ 104 $ 179 € 119 kr 18256 ₪ 488 ¥ 20380 Mex$ 2195 NZ$ 217 NOK 1419 zł 523 S$ 177 kr 1421 $ 131 Vienna
Category A Category B Twin/double $ 165 £ 87 $ 149 € 99 kr 15188 ₪ 406 ¥ 16955 Mex$ 1826 NZ$ 181 NOK 1180 zł 435 S$ 147 kr 1182 $ 109 $ 140 £ 74 $ 126 € 84 kr 12887 ₪ 344 ¥ 14386 Mex$ 1550 NZ$ 153 NOK 1001 zł 369 S$ 125 kr 1003 $ 92 Single $ 281 £ 148 $ 254 € 169 kr 25927 ₪ 693 ¥ 28944 Mex$ 3118 NZ$ 309 NOK 2015 zł 742 S$ 252 kr 2019 $ 186 $ 231 £ 122 $ 209 € 139 kr 21325 ₪ 570 ¥ 23806 Mex$ 2564 NZ$ 254 NOK 1657 zł 611 S$ 207 kr 1660 $ 153 Private Transfer Vienna to Passau*
Not including own bicycles $ 131 £ 69 $ 119 € 79 kr 12120 ₪ 324 ¥ 13530 Mex$ 1457 NZ$ 144 NOK 942 zł 347 S$ 118 kr 944 $ 87 Including own bicycles $ 196 £ 104 $ 177 € 118 kr 18103 ₪ 484 ¥ 20209 Mex$ 2177 NZ$ 216 NOK 1407 zł 518 S$ 176 kr 1409 $ 130
*Transfer takes around 3.5 to 4 hours.
Child discounts (in same room with 2 full-paying adults):
0-5 years: 100 % of base price
6-11 years: 50 % of base price
12-14 years: 25 % of base price
15-17 years: 10 % of base priceExtra Info
Skill Level — Easy
The Danube Cycle Path is rated as easy. The path is flat, almost always, directly along the riverbank and very well marked throughout, making it very suitable for families, beginners, or regular cyclists looking to combine easy riding with wonderful scenery. The trail is signposted, wonderfully designed, and very well maintained. Most of the trail is asphalted and the country roads that are included are roads with light traffic. Of course, when entering and exiting towns and cities, you will share the road.
Airport Info
The closest international airport to your tour start in Passau, is Munich (MUC). However closest international airport to the end of your tour, in Vienna, is Vienna International Airport (VIE). If you want to fly into and out of the same airport you can plan for your arrival and departure from Vienna International Airport. Otherwise, you may arrive to Munich, and depart from Vienna. Transfers from Vienna to Passau are available.
Local Travel
From Munich Airport, to arrive to Passau, you must take a bus to Freising train station (approximately €2). It’s also possible to take a taxi from the Airport to Freising Station (approximately €25). From Freising, continue by train to Passau. The train ride is approx. 2 to 2½ hours (depending on connections) and costs €30 to €45 depending on type of train.
At the end of your tour, the Vienna Airport is easily accessible from the main train station by CAT ( city airport train), travel time is 16 minutes. In fact, you can actually check-in for your flight at Vienna Mitte train station.
If you are arriving in Vienna and need to travel to Passau for your tour start, again train travel from the airport to the city center is very convenient and from Wien HBF (main train station) trains to Passau are approximately two hours and 16 minutes travel time.
Climate
The region has a moderate maritime climate, generally experiencing pleasantly mild winters and relatively cool summers. Please check local conditions prior to your departure and remember that your tour will stretch along the Danube from Passau to Vienna so check different locations along the route for a good overall picture. See below for average temperatures and rainfall.
Important to know
Documents
It is each traveler's responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance with the country or countries you plan to visit. This includes and is not limited to passport validity, visa requirements and acquisition, blank passport pages required for your destination (s), etc.
US citizens: A good website to research the requirements of the Schengen Agreement and entry into other countries is travel.state.gov.
Non-EU and EU residents: Please research the requirements of your country of residence for international travel and your destination country or countries.
*Important note: Please check on the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) status as once implemented, this will be required to visit any of the 26 Schengen-member countries for tourism, business, medical, or transit. This is an additional check on security rather than a visa.Tour Operator
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