Danube by bike, from Passau to Vienna

The Danube valley by bike, from Passau to Vienna

The Danube Valley is an exceptional route for cyclists. Between Passau and Vienna, you are on Eurovelo 6, a fully marked European cycle route with wide cycle paths. Take the time to admire the landscapes around this majestic river and learn about the historical and cultural heritages of Austria and Germany.

Highlights of the stay:

• The Wachau region and its vineyards
• The panoramas on the river
• the Eurovelo 6
• Passau, Linz and Vienna
• Historical and cultural heritage

Day 1 - Arrival in Passau

Individual arrival in Passau. Delivery of travel book and bikes (if reserved).
Take the opportunity to discover the city, its cathedral and its castle. It is recommended to take a boat trip (runs every day, every 30 minutes, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for approx. € 10.00 per person payable locally).

Overnight in Passau.

2nd day - Schlögen - Wesenufer - 40 km

After enjoying the beauty of Passau, set out to explore the fabulous Danube Valley. Only a few kilometers of departmental roads and you will enjoy the cycle path that will take you on an unforgettable journey along the river, still far from all car traffic to the famous Danube loop of Schlögener. Passing Obernzell and Engelhartszell, you cycle along the river.

Overnight in Schlögen.

3rd day - From Schlögen to Linz - 54 km

you continue your bike ride on Eurovelo 6 on old towpaths. You will appreciate the villages of Aschbach and Ottensheim, the old fish markets, and their ancient houses. On both sides of the Danube, enormous fortified castles and monasteries are to be visited. Your stage ends in Linz, the capital of Upper Austria.
Overnight in Linz.

4th day - From Linz to Grein or Ardagger - 63 km

The Danube valley widens, giving way to the straightness of cultivated fields. The valley narrows again before reaching Grein located on the edge of the Strudengau. The bottleneck formed by this narrowing was very much feared by the sailors. You will have the opportunity to stroll through this very picturesque town. Very nice visit, in particular the town hall and its municipal theater.
Overnight in Grein or Bad Kreuzen.

5th day - From Grein or Ardagger to Marbach or Maria Taferl - 49 km

While cycling along the Danube, this stage will take you through the Nibelungengau. A visit to the Benedictine Abbey, built on a rock overlooking the banks of the river, is a must.
Overnight in Marbach or Maria Taferl.

6th day - From Marbach or Maria Taferl to Krems or Traismauer - 47/54 Km

Discover a new aspect of this wonderful cycling route through the vineyards. You have to deviate a bit from the Danube to appreciate the local wine. You then pass through the villages of Spitz, Weißenkirchen to Krems or Traismauer.
Overnight in Krems or Traismauer.

7th day - From Krems or Traismauer to Vienna - 52 km by bike and 21 km by train 

Via the Roman city of Tulln you reach Höflein. Vienna offers you many prestigious monuments, a city steeped in history, once the cultural capital of Europe, a city with many facets that shows its proximity to Hungary.
Overnight in Vienna.

8th day - Vienna back to Passau

End of your stay in the Danube Valley after breakfast. Return bus transfer to Passau (car park or station) and end of stay.
Free visit, discovery of Vienna or additional night.

General Information:

• 8 days and 7 nights
• Comfort level of standard accommodation: 3 or 4*. 
• Comfort level of the accommodation : 4*. 
• Children's rates : contact us

Dates:

Departures from Friday to Monday, from 28/04 to 08/10/2023

• Low season : from 28/04 to 30/04 and from 01/10 to 08/10
• Mid season : from 01/05 to 19/05, from 23/06 to 30/06 and from 08/09 to 30/09
• High season: from 20/05 to 19/06 and from 01/07 to 04/09

Included :

• Self-guided online tour
• 7 nights in hotel
• Luggage transfer
• roadbook
• gps tracks

Not included :

• Transport to the place of departure
• Personal expenses
• tourist taxes
• Visits other than those included in the program

The options :

• VTC or electric bike rental
• Additional nights
• Half pension (except day 1, 2 and 6)
• Vienna Passau transfer by bus
• Return transfer personal bikes
• Insurance.

Levels:

1 2 3 4 5 6
 
Ground :

Flat terrain. Cycle paths all along the Danube.
 
Weather :

Continental, mild sun, pleasant temperatures.
 
Technicality:

Cycling: 39 to 65 km per day or 3 to 5 hours of cycling.
Easy to follow route. Accessible to everyone.
 
Bibliography:

- On the banks of the Danube by bike, from Passau to Vienna
 

Food :

- Breakfasts: generous (coffee, tea, chocolate, milk, butter, bread, jam, orange juice)
- Lunch: not included
- Dinner: half-board option, dinners at the hotel or in restaurants near the accommodation
 
The bike :
 
- Rental bike: By default, the bikes rented are German brand 7-speed bikes (the circuit is flat) and on request it is possible to rent a VTC with 21 speeds. Helmet on request.
 
- If you rent a bicycle, it will be given to you upon arrival. A security deposit will be requested.
At the end of the tour, you will have to leave this bike at the last hotel and notify reception. Our correspondent will take care of his return.
 
- Electric bike: Handed over when you arrive. A security deposit will be requested. At the end of the tour, you will have to leave this bike at the last hotel and notify reception. Our correspondent will take care of his return.
 
- Personal bike: We do not recommend bikes with small tires. Hybrid bikes and mountain bikes are excellent. Remember to check your bicycle before setting off.
- At the end of the circuit, you will have to take care of your own bicycle. The return of your bike is chargeable.
 
Assistance :

Assistance in the event of breakdown (except punctures for which we do not intervene).
 
Return transfer :

By bus: From Vienna to Passau. The return can be done by Bus. You come back with your luggage.
If you are traveling with your own bicycle, the bus accepts bicycles.
 
By train: The return from Passau to Vienna can also be done by train. Transfer from your hotel to Vienna train station is not included.
 
Luggage :

They are transported by a courier or by our correspondent and limited to one piece of luggage per person. (max. 20 kg)
 
Roadbook :

We will provide you with detailed maps and a description of the routes when you arrive at the first hotel. We will also give you vouchers for hotels and restaurants as well as luggage tags.
 
Transport :

- By train: regular from Vienna to Passau
- By car: E56 motorway to Passau
- By plane: International airport in Vienna.
 
Your vehicle :

Possibility of parking, unattended parking in Passau near the hotel.
 
Cancellation insurance :

In order to guarantee the reimbursement of costs in the event of cancellation of your stay, you can take out cancellation insurance. To learn more about insurance, click here.