Danube Cycle Path with Charm

Begin your journey in the beautiful baroque town of Schärding. Take a leisurely stroll through the town, marveling at the famous Silberzeile lane. Then, head to the 'New Centre' of Passau, a charming town of three rivers, redesigned as a pedestrian, car-free area.

Travel along the river Inn to Passau, the town of three rivers. Take a guided tour of the town, visit the cathedral and enjoy the sounds of the largest church organ in the world. Continue along the Danube, passing Obernzell and finally arriving in Engelhartszell. Cycle through the Donauleiten Nature Reserve, reaching the Schlögen Bend to the north.

Cycle through the green Eferdinger basin via the market towns of Aschach, Ottensheim, and Wilhering to the Upper Austrian capital of Linz. Explore the historical Old Town with its many pubs and eateries. Enjoy the magnificent views from Pöstlingberg mountain and a stroll through the Donaulände park.

Take a detour from the Danube to St. Florian, home to the Augustinian monastery, and to Enns, Austria's oldest town. Visit the town square with its 60-meter town tower or the archaeological collection in the municipal museum Lauriacum. Return to the river, reaching the beautiful little baroque town of Grein, where you can visit the oldest municipal theatre in Austria or Greinburg castle.

Cycle along the Strudengau, a section of the Danube once feared by sailors. Arrive at Maria Taferl, high above the Danube, where you'll find the magnificent pilgrimage church that attracts thousands of pilgrims every year.

Make a stop in Melk to admire the beautiful Stift Melk monastery overlooking the Danube. Cycle through the picturesque Wachau region, passing through the wine towns of Spitz and Weißenkirchen, and past the Dürnstein Castle ruin. End your day in the 1000-year old town of Krems or in Tulln, where you'll participate in a wine tasting.

The final leg of your tour takes you to the Danube metropolis of Vienna. Upon arrival, explore the city's many amenities. Enjoy a Viennese-style Americano coffee and a piece of the famous Sachertorte cake in one of Vienna's typical coffee houses. Take a stroll along Vienna's Parade shopping street, Mariahilfer Strasse, visit the St Stephen’s Cathedral or take a trip in one of the famous Fiaker cabs.

Your Austrian adventure concludes today. After breakfast, you may choose to extend your stay in Vienna or make your way to the airport for your onward journey. Regardless of your choice, you'll leave with a treasure trove of memories from this unforgettable multi-day tour.