Details of the Danube by bike trip
Traveling along the Danube by bike is to do it by one of the first cycling routes in Europe.
From its source in Germany, pedaling along the banks of this river we have the possibility of visiting the heart of Europe and its heritage through several of the most important capitals such as Passau, Vienna, Bratislava or Budapest.
Although the Danube can be cycled practically in its entirety, from Donaueschingen to its mouth at the Black Sea in Romania, the most common sections are these four:
Donaueschingen – Donauwörth.
From the source in Germany near the Black Forest.
Donauwörth – Passau
Follows the Danube through Bavaria
Passau – Vienna
This is the section best known for the beauty of the scenery.
Vienna – Budapest
Cycle through Austria, Slovakia and Hungary.
We propose you to travel along the Danube by bike in a comfortable way, with everything organized and with the only task of enjoying pedaling.
Choose the section of the Danube that best suits you and get to know this classic bike trip through Europe.
Option 1: Donaueschingen – Donauworth
This is the section of the Danube by bike that starts from the source of the river, from the source of the Danube in Donaueschingen. It is a beautiful area with a lot of forest located between the Black Forest and the Swabian Alb mountains.
After this first more mountainous part, the last part of the trip will be flatter. This section is the wildest in terms of the landscape through which you cycle, while seeing fertile land and typical German farming villages from Oberschwaben to Donauwörth.
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Day 1: Arrival at Donaueschingen
Day 2: Donaueschingen – Mühlheim/Fridingen 45/50 km
Day 3: Mühlheim/Fridingen – Sigmaringen 45/50 km
Day 4: Sigmaringen – Obermarchtal 50 km
Day 5: Obermarchtal – Blaubeuren – Ulm 65 km
Day 6: Ulm – Lauingen 50 km
Day 7: Lauingen – Donauworth 45 km
Day 8: End of the trip
Option 2: Donauworth – Passau
Follow the Danube through Bavaria
On this tour, the journey runs along the Danube through deep Bavaria. You will be amazed by its forests. Cycling, you will pass through important cities such as Ingolstadt with its ancient fortifications, the Gothic city of Regensburg and Passau with its Mediterranean flair.
The peace and tranquility of this route in the middle of nature is outstanding. Due to the fact that this section has some unevenness, we do not recommend this trip with children.
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Day 1: Arrival at Donauworth
Day 2: Donauwörth / Wörnitzstein – Ingolstadt 65 km
Day 3: Ingolstadt – Kelheim 50 km + paseo en barco
Day 4: Kelheim – Regensburg 35 km
Day 5: Regensburg – Straubing 55 km
Day 6: Straubing – Deggendorf 40 km
Day 7: Deggendorf – Passau 55 km
Day 8: End of the trip
Option 3: Passau – Vienna
Discover the beauty, history and heritage of this stretch of the Danube.
Cycling along the Danube on a bicycle, just as Roman emperors and kings did years ago, is one of the most outstanding cycling experiences in Europe.
It is an ancient trade and military route with a lot of history. This section starts in the city of the three rivers, Passau, and ends in Vienna after visiting several provinces of the Austrian country.
The scenery and environment through which you pedal is fantastic: valleys, forests, rivers and rural areas will not leave you indifferent. In addition, along the way you will have the opportunity to taste its rich gastronomy.
In short, this section is very complete in terms of doing some sport, eating well and learning a new culture.
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Day 1: Arrival at Scharding/Passau
Day 2: Schärding/Passau – meander of the Danube 40 – 55 km
Day 3: Meander of the Danube – Linz 50 km
Day 4: Linz – Grein 55 km
Day 5: Grein – Wachau 50 – 60 km
Day 6: Wachau – Krems / Traismauer / Tulln 40 – 60 km
Day 7: Krems / Traismauer / Tulln – Viena 45 – 65 km
Day 8: End of the trip
Option 4: Vienna – Budapest
This section stands out for the numerous capitals through which it passes as well as for the differences in each country: Austria, Hungary and Slovakia.
Among the cities are Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest, but there are many small villages that still retain the essence of the past in which it is worth stopping to explore.
We will pedal past castles such as Carnuntum or Kelemantia, see impressive palaces, pass by Rye, an island famous for its rich fauna.
It is a trip to relax and rest. We ride along bike paths and relatively quiet secondary roads. There is also a fun stretch of unpaved track without difficulty.
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Day 1: Arrival at Vienna
Day 2: Vienna – Bratislava 70 km
Day 3: Bratislava – Mosonmagyaróvár 45 km
Day 4: Mosonmagyaróvár – Győr. 45 km
Day 5:Györ – Komárom 55 km
Day 6: Komárom – Esztergom / Visegrád. 55 km + barco o tren
Day 7: Esztergom/Visegrád – Budapest. 55 km
Day 8: End of the trip
Option 1: Donaueschingen – Donauworth
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Option 2: Donauworth – Passau
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Option 3: Passau – Vienna
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Option 4: Vienna – Budapest
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What is it like to do the Danube by bike trip
Usual accommodations for the trip
The accommodations for this trip have been selected for their quality and location, as close as possible to the route. Always valuing comfort when arriving with the bike and inspected by our team. They are 3 star hotels, always in private rooms with bathroom and good food!
I am only one person, can I still book?
Yes, you can book as a single traveler.
Is it possible to rent a bike?
Yes, this trip can be done with either your bike or ours. You can choose it during the booking process, hybrid or electric mountain bikes are available.
Is the daily luggage transfer between accommodations included?
Yes, every day we will take your luggage to the next hotel. You only have to leave it at the reception desk, and we will take care of everything. Normally it will already be at the hotel when you arrive.
Is it possible to cancel?
We want to be as flexible as possible. Therefore, in case of unforeseen circumstances, we will do our best to change the dates of the trip free of charge so that you can travel within the same year, as long as you let us know at least 3 weeks in advance.
And if your plans change and you want to cancel the trip before the start date, the following handling fees will apply:
– with more than 30 days, the management fees will be 20% of the amount of the trip.
– between 30 and 15 days, the handling fee will be 50% of the amount of the trip.
– with less than 14 days, the amount to be paid will be 100% of the amount of the trip.
In order to have more flexibility, we recommend taking out travel, assistance, CR and cancellation insurance. Check with us the conditions. Please note that the price of the insurance is not refunded once contracted in case of cancellation or modification.
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