The classic of all bike tours.

Along the “Beautiful blue Danube” there is the most popular cycle path in Europe: the cycling classic from Passau to Vienna offers magical river valleys with steep, wooded slopes, vineyards and orchards and a legendary land of culture, with countless monuments from the Roman era, Nibelungen and Crusaders. Whether Schlogener Loop, Strudengau, Nibelungengau or Wachau - each region has its own special charm. And everywhere, wine taverns and inns invite you to relax and pamper you with the Austrian cuisine. You cycle mostly on the banks of the Danube on excellent bike paths. You need have no fear of any steep inclines - the route is not only beautiful but also almost continuously flat.

1. day  Arrival in Passau

We recommend to arrive early in the three-river town of Passau, so you can visit the Old Town and the cathedral with the largest church organ in the world. Alternatively, arrival in the Baroque city Schärding, possibility of free parking (17 km to Passau).

2. day  Upper Danube Valley 51 km

Look forward to your bike tail, as you cycle along the beautiful Danube, first directly to Engelhartszell. Here, you'll see the only Trappist monastery in Austria. Through the nature reserve Donauleiten you cycle comfortably to the famous Schlögen Danube River Bend. Here, granite stone was too hard an obstacle for the river to pass through and the water had to make a 180° bend. You take the ferry to the other side of the Danube. And here, you reach your hotel and you have time to enjoy the views of this magnificent natural phenomenon.

3. day  Linz 55 km

With pleasure you cycle through the narrow Danube valley. Take a break at the old Baroque market of Aschach and visit the pretty town of Ottensheim before you reach Linz (European Capital of Culture 2009) with its wonderful Old Town. Here, the attraction is the Old Town with many restaurants and wonderful locations for a pause.

4. day  Grein 50 km

Through meadows and forests you cycle to St. Florian, visit the famous monastery and follow the beautiful bike path to Enns, the oldest city of Austria. See the main-square with the symbol of Enns – a 60 m high city tower from the 16th century. From Enns you cycle further directly along the Danube till you reach the beautiful Baroque town Grein.

5. day  Strudengau/ Nibelungengau 55 km

Today a beautiful section of the Danube awaits you. Enjoy your trip through the wild Strudengau, once a crucial and much dreaded part by Danube skippers. Take your time to visit Nibelungengau and Maria Taferl, a popular and beautifully located pilgrim’s church, attracting thousands of pilgrims every year. Also you should explore the historic Nibelungengau and take some time for the pilgrimage Maria Taferl.

6. day  Wachau about 50 km

Look forward to the "pinnacle stage" of the tour through the Wachau. Today, you spend all day on the Danube cycle path, unless you're planning a trip to the magnificent Benedictine monastery in Melk that lies high on the rocks. Really worth a visit! Enjoy the charming ambiance of the Wachau region (UNESCO World Heritage site) and its so typical orchards and look forward to a wine tasting. Overnight in Krems/Tulln.

7. day  Vienna about 50 km

Today you cycle on the Danube cycle path past Castle Greifenstein and Klosterneuburg and finally you reach the city of Vienna with its own special flair. Take your time to explore Vienna, marvel at the St. Stephen's Cathedral and treat yourself to a piece of cake in one of the so-typical coffee houses.

8. day  Departure Vienna

Today, your bike tour ends after breakfast in the hotel.

4 days extension Vienna

Who wants to spend another three days relaxing in Vienna, we recommend the extension at a wine farm on the outskirts of Vienna. The rental bike you can keep for free, so you can take hiking tours and bike rides through the vineyards. With good access to the public transport network the city center is easily accessible. With the included Vienna Card you can use public transportation for 3 days for free, also you have additional discounts on entrance fees, meals and drinks. Services include: 2 nights with breakfast, rental bike, 1 bottle of wine, Vienna Card.