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Danube Cycling Tour 8-day Passau to Vienna Level 1
Alongside of the “blue” Danube lies the renowned and most famous cycling path in Europe. Passau to Vienna is an absolute cycling classic. Discover the enchanting river landscape, picturesque villages, lush vineyards and countless cultural sites from the time of the Romans and Nibelungengau. As you cycle comfortably along the banks of the mighty river, enjoy the wooded forests and the magical meadows of the Schlögener Loop, Strudengau, Nibelungengau and Wachau, as each region offers its own impressive and unique attractions. Art and cultural features convey myths and stories of the past while quaint accommodations and taverns invite you to relax in the culinary world of Austria. The welcoming Austrian hospitality and the scrumptious Austrian cuisine add to this absolutely remarkable experience.
The cycling path is completely paved from one end to the other, flat, almost always directly along the riverbank, very suitable for beginners.
Please book your bike (88 EUR) or e-bike (198 EUR) when you book the tour: [email protected]
Slow Tours offers a number of other Cycling Tours in Europe
Passau
Individual arrival. Use the remaining time for a city tour or get to know the “City of Three Rivers” by a walk through the picturesque old part of town. Between 4pm and 7pm bike hand over – for late arrivals on the next morning.
Passau – Schlögener Loop, approx. 41km
Start the first cycling route through the Upper Danube Valley to Schlögen. In Engelhartszell, you can visit the one and only “Trappist“ monastery in Austria and you can even sample some delicious liqueurs straight from the convent. Continue the journey to the impressive “Schlögener Loop”, where the river makes a complete 180-degrees turn.
Schlögener Loop – Linz, approx. 55km
Between the banks of the Danube there are small passenger ferries waiting for you to take them. Next, you cycle through the slowly widening fertile basin of Eferding and further onto Linz, the capital of Upper Austria and European Culture Capital of 2009. Enjoy a magical summer evening doing some shopping around the lovely main square of the city.
Linz – Strudengau, approx. 60km
An excursion to Enns, the oldest town in Austria is highly recommended and worthwhile in any case. This leg guides you through beautiful meadows and tranquil hinterland while passing the Celtic village Mitterkirchen, rolling by the majestic church in Baumgartenberg and on to the romantic castle of Clam.
Strudengau – Nibelungengau, approx. 50km
Today’s tour is enjoyed by cycling through the fascinating landscape of tall and densely wooded rock formations on both sides of the Danube. High above the Danube is the Pilgrimage Church of Maria Taferl. From there, you are greeted from afar by the marvellous Benedictine Monastery of Melk.
Nibelungengau – Krems/surroundings, approx. 50km
Another highlight of this tour is the chance to cycle through the magnificent Wachau. A landscape where you will find terraced vineyards, apricot groves interspersed with castles, palaces and monasteries. There is also the possibility to take a break off your bike and relax on a short boat excursion. On your way to Krems you cycle through the winery villages of Spitz, Weißkirchen and Durnstein. Through these charming villages you will see quaint alluring taverns, which are just waiting to present Austrian hospitality at its best. Something you have to experience first-hand.
Krems/surroundings – Vienna, approx. 40km + Train ride Krems - Tulln
By train you will depart from this UNESCO World Cultural Heritage region. After arriving in Tulln, you will ride your bike for the last time on this tour directly through the Vienna Woods (Wiener Wald) and pass through “The Gates of Vienna”. Along the way don’t forget to stop in and visit the impressive monastery in Klosterneuburg and then continue on to “The City of Music”: Vienna.
Vienna
Some say that one must personally experience this great city. A few of the must-sees include the famous Naschmarkt (international food/goods market), the City Opera, the Ringstrasse, (a beautiful boulevard with imposing buildings which bear witness to ancient times) and of course the gorgeous imperial castle Schönbrunn. Extension at Vienna or train ride back to Passau (Season 1+2) or comfortable by bus (season 3).
Tours marked with are special prices.
Start | End | Max. No. Guests | Accommodation | Price p.p. | ||
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Oct 04 2023 | Oct 11 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 829€ | ||
Double rooms | 629€ | |||||
Oct 05 2023 | Oct 12 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 829€ | ||
Double rooms | 629€ | |||||
Oct 06 2023 | Oct 13 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 829€ | ||
Double rooms | 629€ | |||||
Oct 07 2023 | Oct 14 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 759€ | ||
Double rooms | 559€ | |||||
Oct 08 2023 | Oct 15 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 759€ | ||
Double rooms | 559€ | |||||
Oct 09 2023 | Oct 16 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 759€ | ||
Double rooms | 559€ | |||||
Oct 10 2023 | Oct 17 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 759€ | ||
Double rooms | 559€ | |||||
Oct 11 2023 | Oct 18 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 759€ | ||
Double rooms | 559€ | |||||
Oct 12 2023 | Oct 19 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 759€ | ||
Double rooms | 559€ | |||||
Oct 13 2023 | Oct 20 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 759€ | ||
Double rooms | 559€ | |||||
Oct 14 2023 | Oct 21 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 759€ | ||
Double rooms | 559€ | |||||
Oct 15 2023 | Oct 22 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 759€ | ||
Double rooms | 559€ | |||||
Oct 16 2023 | Oct 23 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 759€ | ||
Double rooms | 559€ | |||||
Oct 17 2023 | Oct 24 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 759€ | ||
Double rooms | 559€ | |||||
Oct 18 2023 | Oct 25 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 759€ | ||
Double rooms | 559€ | |||||
Oct 19 2023 | Oct 26 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 759€ | ||
Double rooms | 559€ | |||||
Oct 20 2023 | Oct 27 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 759€ | ||
Double rooms | 559€ | |||||
Oct 21 2023 | Oct 28 2023 | 10 | Single rooms | 759€ | ||
Double rooms | 559€ |
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