Danube Bike Path - Passau to Vienna
Germany, Austria Bike Tours
Bike on Europe’s most famous cycle path between historic cities
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- Length6–10 days
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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 $ 1755 £ 914 $ 1,556 € 1043 kr 159905 ₪ 4289 ¥ 176197 Mex$ 19318 NZ$ 1918 NOK 12420 zł 4585 S$ 1550 kr 12313 $ 1,139 $ 1486 £ 774 $ 1,317 € 883 kr 135375 ₪ 3631 ¥ 149168 Mex$ 16355 NZ$ 1624 NOK 10515 zł 3881 S$ 1312 kr 10424 $ 964 Season 2 $ 1881 £ 980 $ 1,667 € 1118 kr 171403 ₪ 4597 ¥ 188867 Mex$ 20708 NZ$ 2056 NOK 13314 zł 4915 S$ 1661 kr 13198 $ 1,220 $ 1654 £ 862 $ 1,466 € 983 kr 150706 ₪ 4042 ¥ 166061 Mex$ 18207 NZ$ 1808 NOK 11706 zł 4321 S$ 1460 kr 11604 $ 1,073 Season 3 $ 2007 £ 1046 $ 1,779 € 1193 kr 182902 ₪ 4905 ¥ 201537 Mex$ 22097 NZ$ 2194 NOK 14207 zł 5244 S$ 1772 kr 14083 $ 1,302 $ 1863 £ 970 $ 1,651 € 1107 kr 169717 ₪ 4552 ¥ 187009 Mex$ 20504 NZ$ 2036 NOK 13183 zł 4866 S$ 1645 kr 13068 $ 1,208 Single supplement $ 587 £ 306 $ 521 € 349 kr 53506 ₪ 1435 ¥ 58958 Mex$ 6464 NZ$ 642 NOK 4156 zł 1534 S$ 518 kr 4120 $ 381 $ 429 £ 224 $ 380 € 255 kr 39095 ₪ 1049 ¥ 43078 Mex$ 4723 NZ$ 469 NOK 3037 zł 1121 S$ 379 kr 3010 $ 278 Half-board (6 three-course dinners excluding Vienna) $ 368 £ 192 $ 327 € 219 kr 33575 ₪ 900 ¥ 36996 Mex$ 4056 NZ$ 403 NOK 2608 zł 963 S$ 325 kr 2585 $ 239 $ 352 £ 183 $ 312 € 209 kr 32042 ₪ 859 ¥ 35307 Mex$ 3871 NZ$ 384 NOK 2489 zł 919 S$ 311 kr 2467 $ 228 Bike supplements
Premium rental bike $ 118 £ 61 $ 104 € 70 kr 10732 ₪ 288 ¥ 11825 Mex$ 1297 NZ$ 129 NOK 834 zł 308 S$ 104 kr 826 $ 76 Electric bike $ 269 £ 140 $ 239 € 160 kr 24530 ₪ 658 ¥ 27029 Mex$ 2964 NZ$ 294 NOK 1905 zł 703 S$ 238 kr 1889 $ 175 Category A Category B Season 1 $ 2226 £ 1160 $ 1,973 € 1323 kr 202832 ₪ 5440 ¥ 223498 Mex$ 24505 NZ$ 2433 NOK 15755 zł 5816 S$ 1966 kr 15618 $ 1,444 $ 1856 £ 967 $ 1,645 € 1103 kr 169104 ₪ 4535 ¥ 186333 Mex$ 20430 NZ$ 2029 NOK 13135 zł 4849 S$ 1639 kr 13021 $ 1,204 Season 2 $ 2337 £ 1218 $ 2,072 € 1389 kr 212951 ₪ 5711 ¥ 234648 Mex$ 25727 NZ$ 2555 NOK 16541 zł 6106 S$ 2064 kr 16397 $ 1,516 $ 2024 £ 1054 $ 1,794 € 1203 kr 184435 ₪ 4946 ¥ 203226 Mex$ 22282 NZ$ 2213 NOK 14326 zł 5288 S$ 1787 kr 14202 $ 1,313 Season 3 $ 2479 £ 1291 $ 2,197 € 1473 kr 225829 ₪ 6057 ¥ 248838 Mex$ 27283 NZ$ 2709 NOK 17541 zł 6475 S$ 2188 kr 17389 $ 1,608 $ 2150 £ 1120 $ 1,906 € 1278 kr 195933 ₪ 5255 ¥ 215896 Mex$ 23671 NZ$ 2350 NOK 15219 zł 5618 S$ 1899 kr 15087 $ 1,395 Single supplement $ 755 £ 394 $ 670 € 449 kr 68837 ₪ 1846 ¥ 75851 Mex$ 8316 NZ$ 826 NOK 5347 zł 1974 S$ 667 kr 5300 $ 490 $ 604 £ 315 $ 535 € 359 kr 55039 ₪ 1476 ¥ 60647 Mex$ 6649 NZ$ 660 NOK 4275 zł 1578 S$ 533 kr 4238 $ 392 Half-board (8 three-course dinners excluding Vienna) $ 520 £ 271 $ 461 € 309 kr 47374 ₪ 1271 ¥ 52200 Mex$ 5723 NZ$ 568 NOK 3680 zł 1358 S$ 459 kr 3648 $ 337 $ 469 £ 245 $ 416 € 279 kr 42774 ₪ 1147 ¥ 47132 Mex$ 5168 NZ$ 513 NOK 3322 zł 1226 S$ 415 kr 3294 $ 305 Bike supplements
Premium rental bike $ 128 £ 67 $ 113 € 76 kr 11652 ₪ 312 ¥ 12839 Mex$ 1408 NZ$ 140 NOK 905 zł 334 S$ 113 kr 897 $ 83 Electric bike $ 286 £ 149 $ 254 € 170 kr 26063 ₪ 699 ¥ 28719 Mex$ 3149 NZ$ 313 NOK 2024 zł 747 S$ 253 kr 2007 $ 186 Season 1 $ 1284 £ 669 $ 1,138 € 763 kr 116977 ₪ 3137 ¥ 128896 Mex$ 14132 NZ$ 1403 NOK 9086 zł 3354 S$ 1134 kr 9007 $ 833 Season 2 $ 1402 £ 730 $ 1,242 € 833 kr 127709 ₪ 3425 ¥ 140721 Mex$ 15429 NZ$ 1532 NOK 9920 zł 3662 S$ 1238 kr 9834 $ 909 Season 3 $ 1528 £ 796 $ 1,354 € 908 kr 139208 ₪ 3734 ¥ 153391 Mex$ 16818 NZ$ 1670 NOK 10813 zł 3991 S$ 1349 kr 10719 $ 991 Single supplement $ 402 £ 209 $ 356 € 239 kr 36642 ₪ 983 ¥ 40375 Mex$ 4427 NZ$ 440 NOK 2846 zł 1051 S$ 355 kr 2821 $ 261 Half-board (4 three-course dinners excluding Vienna) $ 242 £ 126 $ 215 € 144 kr 22077 ₪ 592 ¥ 24326 Mex$ 2667 NZ$ 265 NOK 1715 zł 633 S$ 214 kr 1700 $ 157 Bike supplements
Premium rental bike $ 101 £ 53 $ 89 € 60 kr 9199 ₪ 247 ¥ 10136 Mex$ 1111 NZ$ 110 NOK 715 zł 264 S$ 89 kr 708 $ 65 Electric bike $ 236 £ 123 $ 209 € 140 kr 21464 ₪ 576 ¥ 23651 Mex$ 2593 NZ$ 257 NOK 1667 zł 615 S$ 208 kr 1653 $ 153 Road bike $ 236 £ 123 $ 209 € 140 kr 21464 ₪ 576 ¥ 23651 Mex$ 2593 NZ$ 257 NOK 1667 zł 615 S$ 208 kr 1653 $ 153 9 days/8 nights (Charm accommodations)
Season 1 $ 2394 £ 1247 $ 2,122 € 1423 kr 218164 ₪ 5851 ¥ 240391 Mex$ 26357 NZ$ 2617 NOK 16946 zł 6255 S$ 2114 kr 16799 $ 1,553 Season 2 $ 2554 £ 1331 $ 2,264 € 1518 kr 232728 ₪ 6242 ¥ 256440 Mex$ 28116 NZ$ 2792 NOK 18077 zł 6673 S$ 2255 kr 17920 $ 1,657 Season 3 $ 2680 £ 1396 $ 2,376 € 1593 kr 244227 ₪ 6550 ¥ 269110 Mex$ 29505 NZ$ 2930 NOK 18970 zł 7003 S$ 2367 kr 18806 $ 1,739 Single supplement $ 883 £ 460 $ 783 € 525 kr 80489 ₪ 2159 ¥ 88690 Mex$ 9724 NZ$ 966 NOK 6252 zł 2308 S$ 780 kr 6198 $ 573 Half-board (6 three-course dinners excluding Linz & Vienna) $ 419 £ 218 $ 371 € 249 kr 38175 ₪ 1024 ¥ 42064 Mex$ 4612 NZ$ 458 NOK 2965 zł 1095 S$ 370 kr 2939 $ 272 Bike supplements
Premium rental bike $ 118 £ 61 $ 104 € 70 kr 10732 ₪ 288 ¥ 11825 Mex$ 1297 NZ$ 129 NOK 834 zł 308 S$ 104 kr 826 $ 76 Electric bike $ 269 £ 140 $ 239 € 160 kr 24530 ₪ 658 ¥ 27029 Mex$ 2964 NZ$ 294 NOK 1905 zł 703 S$ 238 kr 1889 $ 175 Season 1 $ 1755 £ 914 $ 1,556 € 1043 kr 159905 ₪ 4289 ¥ 176197 Mex$ 19318 NZ$ 1918 NOK 12420 zł 4585 S$ 1550 kr 12313 $ 1,139 Season 2 $ 1890 £ 984 $ 1,675 € 1123 kr 172170 ₪ 4618 ¥ 189711 Mex$ 20800 NZ$ 2065 NOK 13373 zł 4936 S$ 1668 kr 13257 $ 1,226 Season 3 $ 2024 £ 1054 $ 1,794 € 1203 kr 184435 ₪ 4946 ¥ 203226 Mex$ 22282 NZ$ 2213 NOK 14326 zł 5288 S$ 1787 kr 14202 $ 1,313 Single supplement $ 480 £ 250 $ 425 € 285 kr 43694 ₪ 1172 ¥ 48146 Mex$ 5279 NZ$ 524 NOK 3394 zł 1253 S$ 423 kr 3364 $ 311 Half-board (6 three-course dinners excluding Vienna) $ 352 £ 183 $ 312 € 209 kr 32042 ₪ 859 ¥ 35307 Mex$ 3871 NZ$ 384 NOK 2489 zł 919 S$ 311 kr 2467 $ 228 Bike supplements
Premium rental bike $ 118 £ 61 $ 104 € 70 kr 10732 ₪ 288 ¥ 11825 Mex$ 1297 NZ$ 129 NOK 834 zł 308 S$ 104 kr 826 $ 76 Electric bike $ 269 £ 140 $ 239 € 160 kr 24530 ₪ 658 ¥ 27029 Mex$ 2964 NZ$ 294 NOK 1905 zł 703 S$ 238 kr 1889 $ 175 Child bike/child trailer (discount) $ 17 £ 9 $ 15 € 10 kr 1533 ₪ 41 ¥ 1689 Mex$ 185 NZ$ 18 NOK 119 zł 44 S$ 15 kr 118 $ 11 Follow-me tandem $ 67 £ 35 $ 60 € 40 kr 6133 ₪ 164 ¥ 6757 Mex$ 741 NZ$ 74 NOK 476 zł 176 S$ 59 kr 472 $ 44 Child seat (discount) $ 108 £ 56 $ 95 € 64 kr 9812 ₪ 263 ¥ 10812 Mex$ 1185 NZ$ 118 NOK 762 zł 281 S$ 95 kr 756 $ 70 Tandem rental for adults $ 320 £ 167 $ 283 € 190 kr 29129 ₪ 781 ¥ 32097 Mex$ 3519 NZ$ 349 NOK 2263 zł 835 S$ 282 kr 2243 $ 207 Extra Options
Extra Nights
Passau
Category A Category B Twin/double $ 150 £ 78 $ 133 € 89 kr 13645 ₪ 366 ¥ 15035 Mex$ 1648 NZ$ 164 NOK 1060 zł 391 S$ 132 kr 1051 $ 97 $ 133 £ 69 $ 118 € 79 kr 12112 ₪ 325 ¥ 13346 Mex$ 1463 NZ$ 145 NOK 941 zł 347 S$ 117 kr 933 $ 86 Single $ 234 £ 122 $ 207 € 139 kr 21310 ₪ 572 ¥ 23482 Mex$ 2575 NZ$ 256 NOK 1655 zł 611 S$ 207 kr 1641 $ 152 $ 200 £ 104 $ 177 € 119 kr 18244 ₪ 489 ¥ 20103 Mex$ 2204 NZ$ 219 NOK 1417 zł 523 S$ 177 kr 1405 $ 130 Vienna
Category A Category B Twin/double $ 167 £ 87 $ 148 € 99 kr 15178 ₪ 407 ¥ 16724 Mex$ 1834 NZ$ 182 NOK 1179 zł 435 S$ 147 kr 1169 $ 108 $ 141 £ 74 $ 125 € 84 kr 12878 ₪ 345 ¥ 14190 Mex$ 1556 NZ$ 154 NOK 1000 zł 369 S$ 125 kr 992 $ 92 Single $ 284 £ 148 $ 252 € 169 kr 25910 ₪ 695 ¥ 28550 Mex$ 3130 NZ$ 311 NOK 2013 zł 743 S$ 251 kr 1995 $ 184 $ 234 £ 122 $ 207 € 139 kr 21310 ₪ 572 ¥ 23482 Mex$ 2575 NZ$ 256 NOK 1655 zł 611 S$ 207 kr 1641 $ 152 Private Transfer Vienna to Passau*
Not including own bicycles $ 133 £ 69 $ 118 € 79 kr 12112 ₪ 325 ¥ 13346 Mex$ 1463 NZ$ 145 NOK 941 zł 347 S$ 117 kr 933 $ 86 Including own bicycles $ 199 £ 103 $ 176 € 118 kr 18091 ₪ 485 ¥ 19934 Mex$ 2186 NZ$ 217 NOK 1405 zł 519 S$ 175 kr 1393 $ 129
*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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