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Danube Cycle Path / Passau – Budapest
4 Countries – 1 Experience
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From Germany to Hungary
Along the beautiful Blue Danube, you can find Europe’s most famous cycling path: Passau to Budapest. Discover a wonderful landscape, picturesque villages and the numerous
impressive sights of the Roman and Nibelungen times. Schlögener Loop, Strudengau, Nibelungengau and the Wachau Valley (UNESCO region) all have their own unique and
alluring attractions. You will cycle along the Danube through gorgeous landscapes of rolling hills, forests and meadows. One of the many highlights included on this tour is the “City of
Music”, Vienna. The Slovakian capital Bratislava is a diverse city with a picturesque old town and is a “must-see” on the way to Hungary. The Hungarian metropolis Budapest, one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, is the crowning conclusion to your journey. This tour offers a pure and cultural experience mostly set away from touristic centres and is “off the beaten track”. Untouched nature and cultural monuments can be found on the route between Vienna and Budapest.
Dates 2024:
Arrival:
Season 1: Sat
Season 2+3 : Sat+Sun
Duration: 14 days
Season 1: Oct 01.-06.
Season 2: April 21.-22. + Sept 22.-30.
Season 3: Apr 23.-Sept 21.
Choose between 2 different hotel categories
1st Day: Passau
Individual arrival. Use the remaining time on a city tour or get to know the “City of Three Rivers” on a boat cruise (not included) or simply go for a stroll through the picturesque old town. Until 4 p.m. bike hand over – for late arrivals the next morning.
2nd Day: Passau – Schlögener Loop, approx. 41 km
Start the first cycle tour 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-degree bend.
3rd Day: Schlögener Loop – Linz, approx. 55 km
There are small ferries between the banks. Enjoy the special experience of riding past the many ferries along the riverbanks as you continue to cycle through the Eferdinger Valley to Linz, the capital of Upper Austria. Enjoy the summer evenings with a stroll through the enchanting old part of town.
4th Day: 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 while passing the celtic village Mitterkirchen, rolling by the majestic church in Baumgartenberg and on to the romantic castle of Clam. Toward the end of the day, you reach the gorgeous Baroque village of Grein. There is the oldest theatre in Austria, which is awaiting your royal visit.
5th Day: 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 the distance the marvellous Benedictine Monastery of Melk is greeting you.
6th Day: Nibelungengau – Krems/surroundings, approx. 50 km
Another highlight on this tour is the chance to cycle through the magnificent Wachau Valley. 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 wine villages of Spitz, Weißenkirchen and Dürnstein. Through these charming villages you will see quaint alluring taverns, which are just waiting to present Austrian hospitality at its best.
7th Day: Krems/surroundings – Vienna, approx. 40 km + train ride Krems – Tulln
You will depart this UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Region by train. After arriving in Tulln, you ride your bike directly through the Vienna Woods (Wiener Wald) and pass through “The Gates of Vienna”. Along the way don’t forget to visit the impressive monastery in Klosterneuburg and then continue to the “City of Music”, Vienna.
8th Day: Vienna – Bad Deutsch Altenburg/surroundings, approx. 42 km
Not far from Vienna an untouched alluvial landscape and a nature reserve of stunning and diverse flora and fauna begins. Enjoy the wonderful peace and quiet, only interrupted by the twittering chirps of birds. The ancient Romans have left their footprints and also have relaxed in the nice warm water of Bad Deutsch Altenburg. The archaeological park of Carnuntum is waiting to take you into an exciting journey of the past.
9th Day: Bad Deutsch Altenburg/surroundings – Bratislava, approx. 26 km
Nestled between the hills of Hainburg and the Carpathian Mountains, you cycle on to Europe’s youngest capital, Bratislava. The Slovakian capital has an enchanting sleepy old town parallel to magnificent modern buildings.
10th Day: Bratislava – Szigetköz – Györ, approx. 82 km (can be shortened by train)
The Rye Island is a paradise for birds and fish. In the midst of this untouched landscape with small islands you will find dreamy farming villages and a labyrinth of Danube tributaries. Your destination for the day is the city of Györ, located at the confluence of 3 rivers. The city enchants with its baroque old town. Recommendation: Use the train comfortably for the route between Mosonmagyarovar and Györ. Train tickets are available from ticket machines at the station and cost around €1 per journey. This shortens the cycling stage to a total of approx. 44 km.
11th Day: Györ – Komarno/surroundings, approx. 57 km
Take a look to the National Stud of Babolna which is the world famous Arabian horse breeding and is defiantly worth a visit. While you are visiting the Studs and the Stud Museum you can catch a glimpse of some secret Hungarian horse breeding techniques and methods. After cycling through the lush rolling hills into the village of Komarom, you will find your accommodation in the favourite village of renowned King Matthias.
12th Day: Komarno/surroundings – Danube bend region, approx. 52 km
Cycle along the banks of the Slovakian Danube on low-traffic roads through quaint and quintessential villages. On your way to the “Town of Bishops and Kings”, Esztergom, you pass the Roman fort of Kelemantia. Highlight of the day will be the Basilica of Esztergom, the largest catholic cathedral in Hungary with it´s beautiful view.
13th Day: Danube bend region – Budapest, approx. 62 km + ship-/train ride
Amidst the hilly landscape, the river Danube divides itself into parts creating the Szentendre-island. You cycle through typical Hungarian villages on this island. Szentendre is famous for its numerous handicraft boutiques and the Open-air Museum Skanzen. A few particular highlights include some of the most famous attractions in Budapest. During your boat ride to Budapest you´ll enjoy the beautiful view of Budapest´s most popular sights. Note: boat trips at the beginning or end of the stage, depending on the season. Outside of the ship season, train ticket as a replacement.
14th Day: Budapest
The morning is for free usage. The train connections from Budapest are very good (every hour to Vienna, journey time approx. 3 hours); the bus also stops at Vienna Airport.
YOUR ACCOMMODATION:
Category A: selected 4* hotels; exceptional best 3*hotels possible
Category B: selected comforthotels in 3-4* category and inns. In Vienna, Bratislava + Budapest
Please note that accommodation requests are always updated daily at the time of booking. The selection depends on the selected category and availability. Of course, we are happy to accept non-binding customer requests. Tell us your wishes when booking.
You will receive the accommodation you have actually booked with the list of hotels and the travel documents (after the booking confirmation at the earliest).
YOUR BICYCLES:
21-speed unisex
E-Bikes
- Quality brand bicycles
- Touring bikes with derailleur
- E-Bikes with internal gear hub
- puncture-proof tires
- 1 waterproofed pannnier bag
- 1 handlebar bag (not on e-Bikes)
- air pump
- Repair-kit + bikelock per room
Attention: In Hungary you have to wear a safety vest at night and by poor vision outside of cities/villages. In Slovakia you have to wear a helmet by law outside of city limits!
Rental bike disclaimer
€ 19,-/touring bike
€ 45,-/e-bike
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.
ARRIVAL INFORMATION:
Parking
- Parking lots available from € 160,-
Train station
- Station: Passau main train station
Public transportations and Taxis available on site
Airport
- Next airport: Munich (MUC)
- 13 nights in rooms with private facilities
- Breakfast or 13 x dinner option (surcharge applies)
- Daily luggage transport (1 suitcase per person/ max. 20 kg)
- 1 bottle of high-quality wine in the Wachau Valley per room
- A tasting of regional products
- 1 x train Krems – Tulln (incl. bike)
- 1 x ship or train (before/after seasonal boat schedule) Danube Bend
- Service-hotline (also accessible on weekends)
- Handlebar bag with route book, maps and information material per room
Category A (3-4* Hotels) | Season 1 | Season 2 | Season 3 |
Double room | 1.499,- | 1.709,- | 1.899,- |
Single room | 2.079,- | 2.289,- | 2.479,- |
Halfboard | 429,- | 429,- | 429,- |
Category B (Hotels+Inns) | Season 1 | Season 2 | Season 3 |
Double room | 1.259,- | 1.439,- | 1.659,- |
Single room | 1.729,- | 1.959,- | 2.129,- |
Halfboard | 385,- | 385,- | 385,- |
Local tax payable on spot (approx. € 1 – € 2,5 per person/night).
Discounts additional bed/children
0-6,99 years in DBL with 2 fully paying adults | -100% |
7-11,99 years in DBL with 2 fully paying adults | -50% |
12-14,99 years in DBL with 2 fully paying adults | -25% |
15-99 years in DBL with 2 fully paying adults | -10% |
Additional bookable
Rental bikes | |
21-speed | 199,- |
E-Bike | 369,- |
Additional costs
Helmet-purchase (payable locally) | 40,- |
Supplement Formula 1 Grand Prix in Budapest | |
Arrival July 07. + 08. | 60,-/room/night |
Additional nights incl. breakfast | Double room | Single room | |
Passau 3* (cat.B) | 59,- | 82,- | |
Passau 4* (cat.A) | 76,- | 110,- | |
Vienna 4* | 76,- | 110,- | |
Budapest 4* (cat.A+B) | 76,- | 129,- |
Transfer | price per person |
Trainride Vienna – Passau | 57,- |
backtransfer of own bikes Budapest-Vienna (Transport Season1: Fri, Season 2+3: Sat) | 69,- |
private transfer Munich airport – Passau | upon request |
Operator: Rad+Reisen
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