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    Danube Cycle Path Classic / Passau - Vienna

    Highlights between Passau and Vienna

    • Please note: You can only take part in this trip if you are vaccinated or recovered from Covid-19!
      As of Oct 2022, subject to change.

      Feel save, book flexible: FREE rebooking up to 6 weeks prior arrival to any alternative date in 2021 - applies to bookings between May 01 and June 15 2021 , the price of the newly selected date 2021 applies in the event of a rebooking.

      Rebooking FREE OF CHARGE until 28 days prior tour start; valid for all new bookings between May 01 and ***September 15 2021***. Valid for all tour-dates 2021 – the price of the newly selected date 2021 applies in the event of a rebooking.

      The Danube Bike Path between Passau and Vienna is the ultimate cycle destination among the most beautiful cycling tracks in Europe. Cycle comfortably along the banks of the mighty river, discover Austria’s provinces, the famous Schlögener Loop, the Wachau Valley and the capital city of Vienna by bike.

      Enjoy an enchanting river landscape with picturesque villages, wooded forests, lush vineyards and countless cultural sites. 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.


      Alternative tour: >> Danube Impressions - from Passau to Vienna and back by bike+boat<<


      Feel save, book flexible: FREE rebooking up to 6 weeks prior arrival to any alternative date in 2021 - applies to bookings between May 01 and June 15 2021 , the price of the newly selected date 2021 applies in the event of a rebooking.

      Tour profile / level 1

      The cycling path is completely paved from one end to the other, flat, almost always directly along the riverbank, very suitable for beginners and children.

      Day 1: Passau

      Individual arrival to Passau. 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 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. bike hand over – for late arrivals on the next morning (from 8 a.m. on).

      Day 2: Passau – Schlögener Loop, approx. 41 km

      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.

      Day 3: Schlögener Loop – Linz, approx. 55 km

      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 to Linz, the capital of Upper Austria and European Culture Capital of 2009. Enjoy the magical summer evening doing some shopping around the lovely main square of the city.

      Day 4: Linz – Strudengau, approx. 60 km

      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.

      Day 5: Strudengau – Nibelungengau, approx. 50 km

      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.

      Day 6: Nibelungengau – Krems/surroundings, approx. 50 km

      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.

      Day 7: Krems/surroundings – Vienna, approx. 40 km + train ride Traismauer - 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.

      Day 8: 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).

    • Arrival - Parking - Departure

      Arrival by plane

      Airports: Munich (MUC), Salzburg (SZG), Linz (LNZ), Vienna (VIE)
      Train connections with 1-2 changes from Vienna Airport to Passau (travel time: approx. 3 hours). Our included train ticket from Vienna Main station to Passau can also be used directly from Vienna Airport for a surcharge of € 7,-

      You will find the latest timetable here.


      Arrival by train

      Train stations: Munich, Salzburg, Linz, Vienna
      A train ticket from Vienna to Passau is included in the tourprice. It can be used at the beginning or at the end of the tour.

      The actual timeable and prices you will find via Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB.


      Arrival by car

      Unfortunately you can not park your car free of charge in Passau. However there are varios possibilities for parking your car during your holiday - please note parking expenses have to be paid on the spot.

      Globus Garage Passau
      The bike hand over is located near the Globus Garage. Parking is only possible if you fill in >> this form.
      parking garage: € 8,- per day/car
      parking lot : € 5,- per day/car
      Important: Car acceptance is only possible in the period from 12pm to 3pm.

      Some of our start hotels also offer a hotel garage. This information you will find on your final travel documents.


      Transfer

      Private transfer from Munich airport see "Dates and Prices".

      Taxi Munich airport – Freising train station (approx. € 25,-), train ride Freising – Passau (Bavarian ticket: 1. person € 23,-. Each further person € 6,- up to 4 people)

      Bustransfer
      From May 21 - September 16 we can organize a bus transfer from your hotel in Vienna back to Passau. Especially when you bring your own bike, this is recommendable (bike transport is included). The pick-up time in Vienna is between 8.30 and 9.30 am. The transfer takes approx. 4,5 hours and ends optionally at Globus Garage (Messestraße 6) or at Passau central Station.


      Additional information

      Helmets are mandatory in Austria for children up to 12 years! Please bring your own fitting helmet.

      Local tax payable on spot (approx. € 1 - 2,50 per person/night)

       

    • Included services

      • 7 nights in chosen category, rooms with private facilities

      • Breakfast (or 6x dinner for a surcharge – only breakfast in Vienna) 

      • Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel (1 suitcase per Person/ max. 23 kg)

      • 1 bottle of high-level wine in the Wachau Valley per room

      • 1x tasting of regional products

      • 1x train ride: Krems – Tulln or Traismauer - Tulln incl. bike

      • 1x train ride Vienna – Passau (transfer of own bike not included) in season 1+2

      • 1x bus ride Vienna - Passau (incl. own bike ) in season 3, train ride back possible (advanced notification necessary)

      • Free WLAN in all hotels (only Cat.A)

      • 1x handlebar bag with digital route book per room

    • Dates

      Merkmale

        Season / Period
        Type
        Information
        Booking
        • S2   08.04. - 28.04.23
        • Category A
        • daily
        • S3   29.04. - 22.09.23
        • Category A
        • daily
        • S2   23.09. - 06.10.23
        • Category A
        • daily
        • S1   07.10. - 21.10.23
        • Category A
        • daily
        • S2   08.04. - 28.04.23
        • Category B
        • daily
        • S3   29.04. - 22.09.23
        • Category B
        • daily
        • S2   23.09. - 06.10.23
        • Category B
        • daily
        • S1   07.10. - 21.10.23
        • Category B
        • daily
        • S2   08.04. - 28.04.23
        • Category C
        • daily
        • S3   29.04. - 22.09.23
        • Category C
        • daily
        • S2   23.09. - 06.10.23
        • Category C
        • daily
        • S1   07.10. - 21.10.23
        • Category C
        • daily

        Extras

        Discounts extra bed in double room with 2 full paying adults
        0-6,99 years -100%
        7-11,99 years -50%
        12-14,99 years -25%
        15-99 years -10%
           
        Bicycle & equipment
        21-speed-bike, childrens bike, child trailer 88
        Child seat 39
        E-bike / Children E-bike 198
        Bike helmet-purchase 39
           
        Transfer
        Reduction "no return ticket" Vienna-Passau -30
        Supplement train ride Vienna airport – Passau 10
        Private transfer Munich - Passau - one-way / 1-8 persons
        airport/city
        from 240/290
           
        Additional night
        Passau 4*, Cat. A+B (dbl/sgl) 76/99
        Passau 3*, Cat. C (dbl/sgl) 57/80
        Vienna 4*, Cat. A (dbl/sgl) 99/175
        Vienna 4*, Cat. B (dbl/sgl) 76/99
        Vienna 3*, Cat. C (dbl/sgl) 70/96

        Best - Price - Guarantee

        If you would verifiably receive better conditions and/or prices from another tour operator at the time of booking we guarantee at least the same conditions PLUS 1 handlebar bag for FREE!
        All prices per person in EUR
      • Hotel samples

        Category A

        Well-chosen, modern 4-star hotels with all conceivable comfort, for the most part also with wellness facilities, for example swimming pool and/or sauna and jacuzzi. In case all 4 star hotels are fully booked we arrange the best possible 3-star hotel.

        Passau: 4*Passauer Wolf
        Schlögener Loop: 4*Hotel Donauschlinge
        Linz: 4*Hotel Courtyard by Marriott Kongresshotel Linz GmbH
        Strudengau: 4*Hotel Aumühle
        Nibelungengau: 4*Hotel zum Schwarzen Bär
        Krems/surroundings: Steigenberger Avance Hotel and Spa 4*
        Vienna: 4* Boutique Hotel Das Tigra


        Category B

        Predominantly well-chosen 4-star hotels with comfort, in rural regions also very comfortable 3-star inns/hotels with a private and family atmosphere and the quite personal care. Here you can enjoy the worldwide known Austrian guest friendliness.

        Passau: mK Hotel
        Schlögener Loop: 4*Revita Hotel Kocher
        Linz: 4*Park Inn
        Strudengau: 3*Hotel Schatzkammer
        Nibelungengau: Wachauerhof Renner
        Krems/surroundings: 3* Hotel Unter den Linden
        Vienna: 4* Hotel Roomz Prater


        Category C

        Well-chosen, comfortable inns and pensions of 3 star categories which distinguish themselves by their quite special personal mark. They are comfortable, often in a design typical for the region and provide a very authentic holiday experience. Your host is sometimes also the owner, who wants that you feel like at home.

        Passau: IBB Hotel Passau Süd
        Schlögener Loop: Gasthof Draxler
        Linz: Hotel Donauwelle
        Strudengau: Gasthof zur Zugbrücke
        Nibelungengau: Gasthof zur schönen Wienerin
        Krems/surroundings: Hotel Zum Goldenen Engel
        Vienna: Austria Trend Hotel Messe


        NotePlease be informed that these are hotel samples and therefore subject to alteration! Find Your final hotel bookings at Your hotel list after/at booking.

      • Bicycles inclusive panniers

        Trekking bikes

        • Ladies trekking bike 21-speed, freewheel, 28 inch tyres
        • Men’s trekking bike 21-speed, freewheel, 28 inch tyres
        • E-Bikes: KTM Macina Fun, unisex or mens frame, 8 or 9 speed
        • Child E-Bike (from 130cm)
        • Trailer, Child seats, Child bikes

        E-bikes | electrical bikes | pedelecs

        E-Bikes are a great opportunity for people with different fitness level to take on a bike holiday together. With e-bikes every tour is a delight!

        Please note: E-Bikes are very popular. As tghere is limited availybility please reserve your bikes early!


        Bicycle breakdowns

        It can happen even with new wheels and by best servicing. With the rental bikes you will receive repair vouchers which you can present in our authorised workshops along the way. Should a repair not be possible, please contact our service number! In a few hotels/guest houses we have some bikes on stock if you need to change them during the trip.


        Private bicycles

        You are welcome to bring your own bicycle. It is adapted especially to your needs. Do not forget to bring a repair kit with all necessary tools such as: keys, reserve tube and lock. Please check your own bicycle for operability upon arrival.

        For the return journey to Passau we recommend the reservation of the bus transfer or the train ride - some trains offer bicycle-parking possibilities, however those are limited and a reservation is necessary.


        Rental bike disclaimer

        If a traveller rents a  bike, he is basically liable for damages and theft. When booking our rental bike disclaimer, we assume liability so that in case of loss or damage to the rental bike (when properly used and secured) no financial responsibility must be paid. Excluded from this are only lost keys, batteries and chargers of e-bikes, as well as damage due to intent or gross negligence.

        Details see under "Dates and Prices"

      • 5.8 19.07.2023 | Warren N. Danube Cycle Path Classic / Passau - Vienna

        Danube River self guided tour

        Excellent tour overall with great food and accommodations! One small note is that the train was not operational during the summer months between Krems and Tulln. We had to find out last minute to try to find a way to get to the next town to catch the ...
        • Booking handling 5
        • Travel documents 6
        • Information at the beginning of the tour 6
        • Accomodation 6
        • Board 6
        • Luggage transport 6
        • Route description 6
        • On-site assistance 6
        • Route-character 6
        • Bicycle + equipment 5
        • Price-performance ratio 6
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        5.7 13.06.2023 | Donna W. Danube Cycle Path Classic / Passau - Vienna

        Passau to Vienna

        We had a wonderful time on our tour despite the fact that it was rainy and windy 5 of the 6 days.The route is amazing. I loved the variety of landscape and riding through the charming towns and villages. We didn?t have any issues with our bikes. ...
        • Overall satisfaction 6
        • Booking handling 6
        • Travel documents 6
        • Information at the beginning of the tour 6
        • Accomodation 6
        • Board 6
        • Luggage transport 6
        • Route description 5
        • Route-character 6
        • Bicycle + equipment 5
        • Price-performance ratio 5
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        5.0 09.06.2023 | Eilis M. Danube Cycle Path Classic / Passau - Vienna

        Danube cycle 2023 June

        • Overall satisfaction 2
        • Booking handling 6
        • Travel documents 5
        • Information at the beginning of the tour 5
        • Accomodation 6
        • Board 5
        • Luggage transport 6
        • Route description 5
        • Route-character 5
        • Bicycle + equipment 6
        • Price-performance ratio 5
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        5.5 01.05.2023 | Carolyn I. Danube Cycle Path Classic / Passau - Vienna

        Danube in the Spring

        We enjoyed all aspects of our trip - booking, the route, the equipment, the service and hotels. However, we should have talked to someone to figure out how to download the GPX and didn?t. Therefore we were counting on the book. It had a lot of maps without ...
        • Overall satisfaction 5
        • Booking handling 6
        • Travel documents 6
        • Information at the beginning of the tour 6
        • Accomodation 5
        • Board 6
        • Luggage transport 6
        • Route description 2
        • On-site assistance 6
        • Route-character 6
        • Bicycle + equipment 6
        • Price-performance ratio 6
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        6 19.10.2022 | Aimee P. Danube Cycle Path Classic / Passau - Vienna

        Classic Danube Bike Tour

        Wow what an amazing trip! This was my first biking trip and I loved it so much. I am planning to do another next year! The scenery and sights were so fun. I loved that it was self guided. The maps were extremely easy to use and the guidebooks were so ...
        • Overall satisfaction 6
        • Booking handling 6
        • Travel documents 6
        • Information at the beginning of the tour 6
        • Accomodation 6
        • Board 6
        • Luggage transport 6
        • Route description 6
        • On-site assistance 6
        • Route-character 6
        • Bicycle + equipment 6
        • Price-performance ratio 6
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