Danube Cycle Path (from Passau to Vienna)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating multi-day tour that takes you through the heart of Austria's most picturesque towns and cities. This journey is a blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, offering you a chance to explore the baroque town of Schärding, the city of three rivers - Passau, and the vibrant city of Linz. You'll also get to visit the charming town of Grein, the historic city of Krems, and the bustling metropolis of Vienna. Along the way, you'll cycle along the river Inn, marvel at the largest church organ in the world, visit the only Trappist monastery in Austria, and enjoy a wine tasting in the Wachau region. This tour is a perfect blend of leisure and adventure, offering you a unique way to experience Austria's rich heritage and stunning landscapes.
Included
*** Rental Bike is not included!
1 ferry ride (Au-Schlögen) incl. bike
Breakfast
Category A: 4****-hotels or the best local hotels
Category B: 4****- and 3***-hotels
Category C: 3***-hotels and inns, at Linz and Vienna 4****-hotels
Welcome briefing (German, English)
Luggage transfer
EUROBIKE developed route
Detailed travel information 1x per room (German, English)
1 wine tasting in the Wachau region
App for Navigation and GPS-data available
Service hotline
Destinations
Krems an der Donau
Linz
Vienna
PassauMap
Attractions
Three River Conjunction
Leopold Museum
Zoo Linz
Melk AbbeyDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Schärding to Passau
- Passau - Arrival day
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Begin your journey in the baroque town of Schärding, where you'll stroll through the picturesque Silberzeile lane. Then, head to the 'New Centre' of Passau, a charming city redesigned as a pedestrian, car-free area. Overnight stay at the Stadhotel or Passauer Wolf (or similar).
Day 2 – Day 2: Passau to Engelhartszell
- Passau
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- Three River Conjunction
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Cycle along the river Inn to Passau, where you can enjoy a city tour or visit the cathedral. Continue your journey to Engelhartszell, home to Austria's only Trappist monastery. Overnight stay at Hotel zur Sonne or Dieplinger (or similar).
Day 3 – Day 3: Linz to Grein
- Linz
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- Zoo Linz
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Cycle through the green Eferdinger Becken to Linz, where you can enjoy a city tour and magnificent views from the Pöstlingberg. Continue your journey to the charming town of Grein. Overnight stay at Aumühle or Gasthof zur Donaubrücke (or similar).
Day 4 – Day 4: Grein to Krems
- Krems an der Donau
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- Melk Abbey
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From Grein, cycle to Melk, where you can visit the beautiful Melk abbey. Continue your journey through the wine towns of Spitz and Weißenkirchen to Krems. Enjoy a wine tasting in the Wachau region. Overnight stay at Arte Hotel or Gasthof Klinglhuber (or similar).
Day 5 – Day 5: Krems to Vienna
- Vienna
- Krems an der Donau
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- Leopold Museum
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From Krems, cycle to the Roman town of Tulln, where you can visit the Egon Schiele museum. Continue your journey to Vienna, where you can enjoy a cup of coffee and a piece of Sachertorte. Overnight stay at Arcotel Kaiserwasser, Roomz Prater, or Simm's Vienna (or similar).
Day 6 – Day 6: Departure
- Vienna - Departure day
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Your multi-day tour ends today. You can choose to extend your stay in Vienna or depart for your next destination.
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