I first cycled the danube cycle path, as part of england to south africa cycling route back in 2006. You can purchase it in advance through enter bk002 in the search box for the book that covers the area from passau to vienna. Danube cycle path for families cycling the danube passau. Cycling holidays in austria, germany and hungary oo touristik. An e bike option at additional cost may be available on this trip. Danube bike passau to vienna european bicycle vacation. The route is one of the most popular for cycletourism and benefits from a gentle gradient, great. Nov 08, 2016 cycling the danube 64 part 1 donaueschingen to passau part 2 passau to vienna part 3 vienna to budapest the short story 1452 km total cycling followed the danube river from its source in donaueschingen to budapest. Biking the danube cycling path a guide to the danube.
This trip involves 6 days cycling between 40 and 60km 25 and 37mi per day usually along paved cycle paths across generally flat terrain. Passau to budapest self guided cycling holiday by the danube. While there are many books out there, the two most recognised ones are the danube bike trail 2 guide book by esterbauer and the the danube cycleway. The route is one of the most popular for cycletourism and benefits from a gentle gradient, great surfaces and numerous places to stopoff and visit enroute. With around 40,000 cyclists cycling the danube river every summer, the paths and signage are well maintained, making it easy to move in between towns. In six days of cycling, we managed a pitiful 106 miles, or about six per cent of the danube s length credit. The danube cycle path the danube cycle path is one of europes best cycling routes, running from the source of the danube in germany through austria, slovakia, hungary, croatia, serbia, bulgaria and romania to the mouth of the danube delta on the black sea. If only the weather had been as good as this guide. We took a cycling trip along the danube river this summer and this book was very helpful in deciding routes along the river and towns to stop in. Vienna to budapest as an easy ride for two teenagers. The danube cycle way has become the most popular holiday cycling route in. It is a story that will appeal to all travellers along the danube whether by road, river or armchair.
Another option is to cycle along the danube bike path up to szentendre. Enjoy this stage of your cycling holiday passing through the wild and romantic scenery along the mighty danube with its rustic winegrowing villages set amongst the vineyards. Coronavirus status you can buy books and ebooks to plan, enjoy and dream. Cycling through romania along the river danube cicerone. The danube cycle path is the perfect place for cycling holidays. The journey takes you through quiet riverside towns, with numerous examples of castles that were positioned to exert power over the area, collecting tolls from those following its path. The danube is one of the great cycling classics, so why not enjoy it in real style by combining it with a relaxing cruise experience. The route is signposted, although not always where you need it. The route is mainly flat, with some slight elevation in the wachau valley but for families and cyclists of all ages and abilities. Pedal through lowland forests, wide floodplains and follow the danube river through three capital cities. The danube bicycle path offers nearly carefree cycling and an ideal way to view the region.
Apr 04, 2017 in six days of cycling, we managed a pitiful 106 miles, or about six per cent of the danubes length credit. Buy danube bike trail 2 passau to vienna 8th edition by bikeline isbn. Danube cycle path highlights is a self guided cycling holdiay in austria that follows the iconic danube cycle path frpm passau to vienna in 6 days. Family cycling holiday along the river danube from vienna to. Cycling the danube from vienna to budapest guardian holidays. Jul 31, 2018 with around 40,000 cyclists cycling the danube river every summer, the paths and signage are well maintained, making it easy to move in between towns. As a cyclist, you are most probably interested in the danubes course through germany, austria, slovakia and hungary. On its way from the black forest to the black sea, the danube river flows through bavaria to passau, germany, crosses the austrian border and continues onward to vienna, one of the worlds cultural capitals. The river danube serves as the spine of the cycling route as you meander back and forth through woodland, farmland, avenues of walnut trees, wide flat landscapes and shady hills. For us this one of the best cycle routes in europe as it is suitable for all abilities of cyclists. However, we expressly indicate that certain parts of this path are also used by outside traffic participants namely by motor vehicles as well as on foot. Ev6 the rivers route the danube accompanies you along your cycling tour from passau to vienna leading you through a great variety of austrias landscape.
That is exactly what i did on avalons new active excursion that. May 08, 2016 cycling route down the river danube through romania. This guide is indispensible to anyone biking the danube. Cycling through romania along the river danube cicerone press. A beginners guide to cycling the danube river hostelworld. Today we can cycle through the lovely inner city including the margareteninsel of budapest on a 98% car free track, or you book the bus to take you to and through the city. If you are doing the trip by yourself, you will definitely want to purchase the book, danube bike trail 2, which will help you plan your route and choose which side of the river to cycle on and where to stop alternatively, let us do it all the heavy lifting for you and help you get the most from your cycling trip along the danube. The cycle the danube tour starts from vienna and ends in budapest. I spent 5 days cycling the danube way from passau to vienna in may 2014 with this guide book. Guide books covering the german danube if you plan to do a selfsupported cycle tour, it will be crucial having a good map. Im so glad we did as it was an absolutely incredible experience.
There is an included ride on the morning of day 8 the last day of the trip so it is not recommended to book a flight out of budapest before 5pm 6. If you are organizing your own trip, or taking a selfguided trip, the author strongly recommends that you obtain the following bike guide book in english. You will travel through hungary, austria and slovakia and visit budapest, mosonmagyarovar, bratislava and 4 other destinations. If you plan to do a selfsupported cycle tour, it will be crucial having a good map. From a story in the toronto star on march 5, 2015 t4. The danube cycle path is one of europes best cycling routes, running from the source of the danube in germany through austria, slovakia, hungary, croatia, serbia, bulgaria and romania to the mouth of the danube delta on the black sea. The danube cycle path is one of the most beautiful cycle routes in europe. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Cycling the danube is an open, egalitarian, and welcoming social experience along the path and wherever you stop. Enjoy one of our selfguided cycling tours packages quality accommodation luggage transfer from hotel to hotel high quality bikes hotline choose the tour that best fits your wishes, and well take care for the rest. We recommend the danube cycling path from donaueschingen to budapest and frommers guide to the danube valley and vienna. Danube cycle invites you to cycle through europes most popular cycling path along the danube river.
Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. Follow a wellbuilt cycling path, nearly 100% free of motor vehicles. This is a selfguided tour that includes accommodation in hotels, meals and others. Would highly recommend this trip to anyone wanting to cycle in germany. Discover the river danube and book your cycling holiday today. Danube cycle path dcp eurovelo 6 ev6, named the rivers route, is a eurovelo longdistance cycling route running 3,653 km 2,270 mi along the courses of some of europes major rivers much of the loire, some of the saone, a short section of the upper rhine and almost the entire length of europes second longest river, the danube all the way from the atlantic coast of france to. We had bikelines danube bike trail 4 and verlags donau radweg maps, budapest to constanta, the latter with text only in german, which i cant read, but which is probably rather useful. This book covers the first 1270km of the 2900km entire course of the river, from its source in southern germanys black forest to. Enjoy one of our selfguided cycling tours packages quality accommodation luggage transfer from hotel to hotel high quality bikes hotline choose the tour that. The path is predominately flat, apart from a few hillside villages.
Review of the river danube cycling tours hooked on cycling. In spitz, situated on the eimer berg, take the ferry to the sleepy southern bank of the river and after a leisurely ride reach the imposing benedictine abbey. This trip involves 12 days cycling between 32 and 62km 20 to 38. From drobetaturnu severin to constanta on the black sea, tim salmon leads us along the final stretch of a three part series to the wilder parts of. The danube bike trail 2, available from esterbauer in austria or on the internet shopping sites some tour operators may supply this book as part of their package. While there are many books out there, the two most recognised possibly are the danube bike trail 1 guide book by esterbauer and the the danube cycleway guide book by cicerone. This wonderful cycling trip along the danube from passau to budapest combines unspoilt nature, hidden artistic treasures, charming monuments and peaceful cycling. Grein, on the banks of the danube, has a 15thcentury castle. Danube cycle path cycling holidays wheel2wheel holidays. This map is taken from the guide book that nearly everyone we saw cycling on the path had on their handlebars.
Particularly wellsuited to families, groups of mixed abilities, solo travelers or those who. Cycling holidays on the danube cycle path freewheel holidays. Selected in 2015 by outside magazine as one of the 6 best cycling tours in europe and national geographic traveler magazine as one of 50 tours of a lifetime. Its one of europes most popular cycling routes, and for good reason. This time, it was purely self indulgence as we signed up for hooked on cyclings blue danube tour the virtually trafficfree route from the german city of passau all the way to the austrian capital, vienna.
Along the river danube cycle path, you will see typical austrian towns and villages with many historical sites to allow for a cultural, scenic and enjoyable biking tour in austria. The danube cycle path from passau to vienna is very well waymarked and almost completely traffic free, so you can relax and enjoy the easy cycling along the smooth and level surface of the cycle path as it gently drops towards the austrian capital. Its flat or slightly downhill all the way, passing through picturesque towns and villages and across lush farmland. The cycle the danube tour is a bicycle trip that takes 8 days. The tour cycling the danube from vienna to budapest starts in vienna and ends in budapest. You will travel through slovakia, austria and hungary and visit bratislava, vienna, lipot and 3 other destinations.
We opted to do this bit by boat, due to time constraints and the fact we didnt want to overdo the cycling. For years now it has become something of a ritual a group of hertfordshire neighbours, three already in the throes of retirement. Youll receive the danube bike trail book by esterbauer at your start hotel. Book now from 499 pedalling past cliffs that seem to penetrate endlessly into the sky, the cycle tour along the young danube takes you to sigmaringen.
As a cyclist, you are most probably interested in the danube s course through germany, austria, slovakia and hungary. The cycling is through the fascinating landscape of tall and densely wooded rock formations on both sides of the danube. Cycling the danube from vienna to budapest by exodus. Retrace the steps of the roman, ottoman and turk empires on this adventure along the mighty danube river. The route of the danube bike path from passau to vienna. That is exactly what i did on avalons new active excursion that they now offer on all of their european river cruises. It attracts families, seniors, recreational cyclists and serious cyclists alike. The austrian and hungarian alluvial landscape and the danube river bend is a region of varied natural beauty and is chock full of art, culture, and history.
The austrian section is almost exclusively on the danube cycle path. Cycling holidays along the danube the danube cycle path is one of the best cycle paths in europe and follows the course of the river from germany to the black sea. More importantly, the route follows the river downstream from west to east, which means you can take advantage of the prevailing winds and the rivers. Cycling along easygoing country lanes, to the famous panoramic danube bend as you head for the fairy tale castles of budapest. Discover everything you need to know about cycling the danube river. This book covers the first 1270km of the 2900km entire course of the river, from its source in southern germanys black forest to the vibrant city of budapest. Cycling the danube from vienna to budapest by exodus travels. A tour company books your accommodation, bike rental and provides your itinerary including the danube cycle path map, but you ride the danube cycling route independently. Day 5, grein melk, 47 kilometers 29 miles between linz and melk, you will be cycling through the beautiful landscape of the studengau, a narrow section of the danube. Cycling the danube part 1 donaueschingen to passau. With the bicycle tour cycle the danube, you have a 8 day tour package taking you through vienna, austria and 9 other destinations in europe. In germany, which dominates the culture of danube cycle tourism, bicycle travel isnt seen as effete or sporting. This is a guided small group tour that includes accommodation in hotels, transport, meals and others. A self guided cycling holiday from passau to vienna and then from vienna to budapest following the route of the river danube, book now.
For most of its distance, the danube has cycle tracks on both sides of the river and hooked on cycling have planned their itinerary in a way that allows cyclists to enjoy the best of both. The first part of this tour flows flat or slightly downhill along the danube. Pedal beside the majestic danube river on a cycling odyssey. In ulm you climb the steps of the highest church tower in the world before setting off to. Enchanting river landscapes, unique natural spectacles, impressive sights, a lot of culture and legendary history can be found on the cycle path through germanys south, austria, slovakia and hungary. The danube bend, also known as hungarian wachau, is surrounded by an impressive landscape. The danube bike trail 2, available from esterbauer in austria or on the internet shopping sites some tour operators may supply this book as. Oct 31, 2014 if only the weather had been as good as this guide. Danube cycle way guidebook black forest to budapest.
Cycling along the danube from passau to vienna european. Danube cycling holidays austria cycling tours bspoke tours. Cycle tour along the young danube cycling holidays. The iconic danube river weaves through 10 countries in total, originating in germany and draining into the black sea in ukraine. The path begins in passau, a town in germany near the austrian border. On this river cruise voyage, let the danube river be your guide from prague to passau, vienna to bratislava and on to budapest. From the rivers source in germany down to the black sea it is about 1,800 miles. Well begin the ride in passau and continue through austria and the czech republic ending in prague.
Cycling along the danube is a fantastic opportunity to discover three countries, three capitals and three diverse cultures. Danube cycling holidays cycle the danube macs adventure. The terrain is almost exclusively on the danube cycle path. Journey through picturesque villages, forests and lush farmlands as you cycle from vienna to budapest, passing through slovakia and. It can be ordered over the internet or bought anywhere along the bike path. This is a great option if you are looking for the convenience of having an expert book your trip, but like to travel independently at your own pace. This cycle tour is a true classic and is ideally suited as a first cycling holiday with the whole family. This bike and boat tour along the danube river has proven to be one of our most popular bike tours and with good reason. It then continues through slovakia and hungary to budapest. The first in a twovolume set, this guide describes the first half of a longdistance cycle route that follows the entire course of the danube, europes second longest river. The danube cycle path begins at the source in donaueschingen and winds from there for about 1,260 kilometres to budapest. A bike barge tour along the danube is a perfect way to explore these countries as you can admire them from the two best possible perspectives from the water onboard a comfortable barge and up close and personal, from your bike saddle on daily cycle trips.
Cycle and sail the river danube travelling through germany, austria, slovakia and hungary on a relaxing cycling holiday. The danube cycle path from donaueschingen to budapest. Biking the danube cycling path a guide to the danube bike trail. I was fortunate that in may, it only rained for half of the week, with the rest in blazing sunshine. Danube river self guided cycling holiday danube cycle trips. Blue danube cycle path holidays self guided blue danube. Even then, it was a wellestablished long distance cycle path, and the facilities and amenities have improved over time. For clarification purposes we would like to point out that the danube cycle path means the path which is available to cyclists along the danube. Mar 05, 2015 kim and maarten ride the donauradweg, cycling from passau to vienna.
The final section of our family cycling holiday along the river danube was from szentendre to budapest. The danube cycle path is said to be the most popular and most beautiful bike ride in europe. Cycle the danube includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more. The blue danube cycle tour is one to recommend, beautiful scenery riding along excellent bike paths, staying in first class accommodation, luggage was always waiting on our arrival at hotel, meals provided were excellent. Setting off from passau, the famed city of three rivers, the ms normandie or ms arlene ii cruise ships will be your hotel and guide along the illustrious danube to waltz capital, vienna, and back again, stopping to let you explore stretches of the magical river. There is no better way to see as much in one week than by riding the danube cycle path and at night relaxing on the sundeck of a traditional river cruiser. A night is spent in the pretty city of bratislava and in the lovely town of gyor, as we head towards the danube. Here eastern europe meets western, and there is plenty to see and do, but if this sounds all too tiring, you may prefer to plump for the customary experience of heading to one of the cities hot springs and enjoying a long hot soak. From the source to budapest cycling cicerone bike guide cicerone guide by mike wells isbn. There are plenty of options but its important to book in advance.
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