High-quality men's touring bike with classic diamond frame
Body size approx. 165 cm - 205 cm
Many charming towns await you on this tour along the Danube Cycle Path. But the real gems are probably the magnificent landscapes, which change rapidly and yet all have their own charm. The romantic Danube valley, the Machland and the extraordinary Wachau - varied yet constant is how this 7-day cycle tour comes across. Great views, delicious delicacies and the special features of the different regions make this trip special.
Schärding or Passau, baroque jewel or Bavarian Venice? You already have the choice on arrival. It's best to take time to visit both towns, because they are well worth it. After a stroll through the charming old town of Passau, take a detour at Engelszell Castle to the famous Schlögener Schlinge.
Even Napoleon resided in Austria's oldest town - visit Enns with its historic town wall, Lauriacum Museum and Ennsegg Castle. On day 4 you change districts: first Grein in the Mühlviertel invites you with the castle of the same name and the historic town theatre as well as many possibilities for a cosy stay and a stop for a bite to eat, the stage destination is already in the Weinviertel with Marbach. Via Krems and Tulln you finally cycle to Vienna.
The stages of 55 to 70 km are not exactly short, but one of the many plus points of the Danube Cycle Path is the flat routing. You'll see, you'll reach your destinations in no time - although breaks to soak up the beauty of the tour are strongly recommended.
Stroll through the pretty little baroque town of Schärding and marvel at the famous Silberzeile lane or take a walk through the “New Centre” of Passau, the three rivers town , which has been completely redesigned as a pedestrian, car-free area.
Hotel (example) Schärding / Passau:
Cat. A: Stadthotel / Passauer Wolf
Cat. B: Stiegenwirt / Hotel Innsento
Cat. C: Landhotel St.Florian / Hotel Atrium
Today, you will start your bike tour from Schärding by cycling along the river Inn to Passau, where the Inn joins the Danube. On the Danube cycle path you will cross the upper Danube valley and pass the town Engelhartszell with its impressive abbey church belonging to the Engelszell monastery. Then, you will cycle via Niederranna and approach today’s highlight, the “Schlögener Schlinge“ (river bend). Here, the second largest river in Europe is forced by the granite of the Bohemian Massif into a unique 180°degrees turn. You will have time to watch this natural phenomenon whilst taking a ferry ride to the other side of the river.
Hotel (example):
Cat. A/B: Hotel Donauschlinge
Cat. C: Gasthof Draxler
Today, you will ride your bike through the green area of the Eferdinger Becken (basin) via Aschach, Ottensheim, and Wilhering to the Upper Austrian capital Linz. Following the motto, “In Linz beginnt’s” (“It starts in Linz”) you can begin your city tour in one of the many restaurants in the historic old town. In Enns, visit the town square with the 60 metre high town tower, the landmark of Austria's oldest town, or visit the archaeological collection in the Lauriacum town museum.
Hotel (example):
Cat. A, Cat. B and Cat. C: Zum goldenen Schiff
Now you cycle along the Danube again and first reach the wonderful baroque town of Grein. Here you have the opportunity to get an impression of Austria's oldest municipal theatre, which is still in operation. You can also visit the shipping museum or Greinburg Castle. You now leave Upper Austria and cycle into the Weinviertel to Marbach.
Hotel
Hotel (example):
Cat. A: Schachner Krone
Cat. B: Wachauerhof Marbach
Cat. C: Zur schönen Wienerin
In Melk, you should stop briefly to take a look upwards. Otherwise you might miss out on seeing the beautiful Melk abbey, which towers above the Danube. As soon as you have left the city behind you, you will cycle into the landscape of the Wachau region where you will be enchanted by the atmosphere of the typical fruit orchards and vineyards. Then, you will cycle via the wine towns of Spitz and Weißenkirchen and past the ruins of Dürnstein castle and the 1,000-year-old town of Krems until you finish your stage. Today, we will organise wine tasting for you, which is a must-do activity when visiting the Wachau region.
Hotel (example):
Cat. A: Best Western Tulln
Cat. B/C: Gasthof zum Schwan
The last few kilometres of your bike journey will take you to the Danube's metropolis, Vienna. After your arrival, you can check into your room and use the rest of your day to immerse yourself in the city of Vienna. Enjoy a cup of “Verlängerter” coffee and a piece of the famous 'Sachertorte' cake in one of the typical Viennese coffee houses. Stroll through Vienna’s shopping street Mariahilferstraße, visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral or get to know the main attractions of the city during a ride with one of the famous “Fiaker” (horse-drawn carriages).
Hotel (example):
Cat. A: MAXX by Steigenberger
Cat. B: Roomz Prater
Cat. C: NH Danube City
Flat or slightly downhill along the Danube. Well-built bike path that is almost always off-road. Minor roads make up only very short sections of this route. The Danube cycle path is a perfectly designed bike route.
High-quality men's touring bike with classic diamond frame
Body size approx. 165 cm - 205 cm
High-quality unisex touring bike with comfortable low entry
Body size approx. 148 cm - 190 cm
High-quality unisex touring bike with coaster brake on the rear wheel
Body size approx. 155 cm - 190 cm
High-quality unisex electric bike with comfortable low entry
Body size approx. 148 cm - 195 cm
Sportier, lighter and more precise premium rental bike with diamond frame
Body size approx. 155 cm - 205 cm
High-quality men's touring bike with classic diamond frame
Body size approx. 165 cm - 205 cm
High-quality unisex touring bike with comfortable low entry
Body size approx. 148 cm - 190 cm
High-quality unisex electric bike with comfortable low entry
Body size approx. 148 cm - 195 cm
Sportier, lighter and more precise premium rental bike with diamond frame
Body size approx. 155 cm - 205 cm
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Join us in achieving greater sustainability by choosing our digital route book, rather than the printed version. As a small thank you we will give you a discount of €20 per room.
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Things to note
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Any emissions caused are calculated using the internationally recognized "Carmacal" CO2 calculator and offset as part of our climate projects. Detailed emission values for transportation, accommodation, activities and meals for each tour can be found on our website. Join us in achieving greater sustainability by choosing our digital route book, rather than the printed version. As a small thank you we will give you a discount of EUR 20 per room.
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