Cycling from Passau to Vienna on the Danube Cycle Path

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The Danube River is one of the oldest and longest rivers; flowing over 1,800 miles through the heart of Europe. Bike along the Danube Cycle Path and follow the river for much of its length through Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, and Romania.

The Danube Cycle Path from Passau to Vienna is an absolute cycling classic and Europe’s most popular cycling holiday. As you cycle through Austria, you will discover the enchanting river landscape, picturesque villages, lush vineyards and countless cultural sites from the time of the Romans and Nibelungengau. The Danube Cycle Path is completely traffic-free, so you can relax and enjoy the wooded forests and the magical meadows of the Schlögener Loop, Strudengau, Nibelungengau and Wachau regions. As you follow the Danube, you will discover that each region offers unique attractions. Gourmets will enjoy the Wachau Wine Valley. Numerous museums, exhibitions, galleries, and beautiful towns and cities along the way will tell you the story of this fascinating region.

[SloMo]

Did it in 2021with 2 buddies and now plan on going back in 2023 to do it again. Best trip I've taken.

[yzsnunm]

I did it with mist my family of 11 and it was nothing like I ever experienced. Loved it!

[LadabaTirisch]

Along the Danube river is it allowed to pitch a tent?

[snowbike]

What month do you recommend if we don't like heat? September?