The danube bike trail offers a wide variety of scenery combined with easy riding. 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. The danube bike trial along the euro velo 6 from vienna to budapest offer easy cycling along mostly flat and wellmarked bike paths. However, you will be cycling on a mixture of cycle paths, country roads, and routes which will take you through villages, towns, and cities, so please be mindful of other road users at all times, especially on routes shared with traffic. The euro velo 6 route along the danube is the perfect place for cycling holidays. At macs, were happy to help you find, plan and personalize your perfect biking itinerary in germany. The route of the danube bike path from passau to vienna. Jul 26, 2012 buy danube bike trail 2 passau to vienna 8th edition by bikeline isbn. Danube bike tours biking the danube cycle path macs. I would have preferred a lighter bike and a single sided kickstand would have been better than the heavy double read more sided one.
From the rivers source in germany down to the black sea it is about 1,800 miles. From its headwaters in the black forest of southwestern germany, the danube. The danube bike trail starts at the origin of the danube and ends where the river flows into the black sea. The danube cycle path is the perfect place for cycling holidays. A beginners guide to cycling the danube river hostelworld. Danube bike trail pedal power vienna sightseeing tours. Verlag esterbauer bikeline radtourenbuch danube bike trail 2. Dedicated bike paths that were paved and level made for easy biking. We will follow the most spectacular section of the danube which is. 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. This bicycle book covers the german danube from donaueschingen to passau. The only things we would have changed would have been having bottle cages on the bikes and alternative choices for pedals, or the option to bring our own, so we could wear. Pristine floodplains, picturesque villages and small towns, and a. 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 danube bike trail booklet provided by cycline is a little confusing to read. See all 5 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Buy danube bike trail 2 passau to vienna 8th edition by bikeline isbn. The austrian section is almost exclusively on the danube cycle path. Whether you are new to self guided tours or have done several in the past, the danube bike trail should be. The following pages provide a few practical notes about how to use the book, and some tips on getting ready for the tour. Apr 17, 2020 they also provide helmets, bike locks, a repair kit and two double waterproof pannier bags plus a copy of the excellent danube bike trail 2 guide book with the bike rental. Pedal along the danube bike path which follows the river for much of its length through germany, austria, slovakia, hungary, and romania. Danube river self guided cycling holiday danube cycle trips. Danube bike trail 2 passau to vienna from esterbauer. A spectacular bike tour in serbia and romania on the danube trail from belgrade to bucharest, following the eurovelo 6. If you dont plan to start your trip in vienna, pedal power also offer a bike delivery service between vienna and passau as well as luggage transfer services.
May is one of the best months to bike the danube and is before the summer crowds. This guide is indispensible to anyone biking the danube. A copy of the danube bike trail v2 cycling guide was included as well. If you plan to do a selfsupported cycle tour, it will be crucial having a good map. Enter bk002 in the search box for the book that covers the area from passau to vienna. Along the majestic river, you pass romantic castles, cozy villages and sprawling vineyards. It can be ordered over the internet or bought anywhere along the bike path. This map is taken from the guide book that nearly everyone we saw cycling on the path had on their handlebars. Jun 05, 2014 the book offers lodging options listed by cost along with the contact info for each place, and the distance from the bike trail. Jul 31, 2018 just because you havent got yourself a lycra kit, own the hottest garmin watch or are yet to nail the one hand bike riding, it doesnt mean you cant go cycling along the danube bike trail.
Biking in germany book bike tours in germany with macs. Oct 31, 2014 the book is laid out nicely, splitting the trail into sections, either north or south bank of the danube. Danube bike trail 2 passau to vienna from esterbauer bikeline. The danube bike trial from passau to budapest offers easy cycling along mostly flat and wellmarked bike paths. This is really the only resource you need to bike the danube bike trail. The following pages provide a few practical notes about how to use the book, and. Shop online at for over 50,000 maps including a freytag danube 2 bicycle trails book, europe.
Danube bike path passau to vienna bike tour austria. The esterbauer bikeline danube bike trail guide books. 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. Amazon of europe bike trail is a danube transnational programme project that joins the efforts of 5 countries austria, slovenia, croatia, hungary and serbia to establish an internationally recognized and sustainable flagship cycling tourism product in the future 5country unesco biosphere reserve muradrava danube tbr mdd. The danube bike route has benefited from wellbuilt posted bike trails and an extensive network of services oriented to meeting the needs of bicycle tourists. Oct 17, 2006 the book is laid out nicely, splitting the trail into sections, either north or south bank of the danube. Apr 25, 2020 the danube cycling path is the best known cycle route in europe, and a great destination for anyone planning a cycling holiday. We enjoyed our bike trip along the danube river immensely. All you need is a reasonable amount of fitness and an adventurous spirit. Danube bike trail 4 cycling guide budapest to belgrade by. D anube bike trail book by freytag bernt product description. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The smaller map sections are at a good detail, although the explanatory text may be a page or two distant from the relevant map. This trip from belgrade to bucharest will introduce you to some absolutely amazing scenery.
The danube bicycle route between passau and vienna ranks as europes bestknown and mostloved bike route and for good reason. As a cyclist, you are most probably interested in the danube s course through germany, austria, slovakia and hungary. We took a cycling trip along the danube river this summer and this book was very helpful. 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.
The danube bike trail also called danube cycle path or the donauradweg is a bicycle trail along the river. The danube bike trail the most prominent of all bike routes in austria, this tour will take you to some of austrias most impressive cultural sites. Danube bike trail 1 donaueschingen to passau 2014, 9783850006170, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Danube cycle path family bike tour danube hits for kids linz to vienna we found that the cycling was very straightforward as the route is well signposted and the maps were good and we found them easy to follow especially in showing suitable swimming stops, which were an added bonus and very welcome in the heat. We recommend getting the danube bike trail 2 guide book. Biking the danube cycling path a guide to the danube bike trail. You can purchase it in advance through enter bk002 in the search box for the book that covers the area from passau to vienna.
The book is laid out nicely, splitting the trail into sections, either north or south bank of the danube. The wachau world heritage trail takes you to 20 fortresses, ruins and castles, the wachau wine region with its stone terraces and steep hillside vineyards, three monasteries and jauerling, the highest mountain along the whole course of the danube 960 m. This trip involves 12 days cycling between 32 and 62km 20 to 38. Our cheap used books come with free delivery in the us. We looked around various maps and guide books for some biking trip that we. The easy route is consistently flat, making it ideal for a first family cycling trip. Danube bike trail passau to budapest vienna explorers. Just because you havent got yourself a lycra kit, own the hottest garmin watch or are yet to nail the one hand bike riding, it doesnt mean you cant go cycling along the danube bike trail. The danube cycle path is a paved, wellmarked cycle route.
You get to know the cities of regensburg, passau, linz, vienna and budapest. The passauvienna section has the most impressive scenery while viennabudapest gives you a taste of 3 different countriescultures in one trip. Wachau world heritage trail wachau nibelungengau kremstal. No other section of the river offers as diverse a range of landscapes and cultures or as many historical sites. Get all information and many more tour tips for our cycle tours along the danube. The german and austrian sections offer hundreds of miles of dedicated, wellmarked, paved bike paths that are ideal for firsttime bicycle tourists and families. I had read that the danube bike path is very crowded in the summer months.
Danube bike trail 3 from vienna to budapest spiralbound feb. Danube cycle invites you to cycle through europes most popular cycling path along the danube river. It is a great choice for a more active and adventurous holiday or those on a budget. Danube cycle path family bike tour danube hits for kids. 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. Danube bike trail vienna to budapest vienna explorers. The danube bike path offers an ideal way to view the region. Starting at the historic german border town of passau, the trail follows the danube river europes second largest through the beautiful landscape of the upper danube valley into vienna. We will follow the most spectacular section of the danube which is part of the project eurovelo6.
Danube cycle path tours the danube river is one of the oldest and longest rivers that flows for over 1,800 miles through the heart of europe. In hungary there will be some diversions from the river and you will also bike on country roads and side roads. The danube cycling path is the best known cycle route in europe, and a great destination for anyone planning a cycling holiday. We used a offline map application locus to find our way. If you are planning to do this eurovelo route you must purchase this book. The danube bike trail riverside outdoor sport in austria.
Enjoy one of our selfguided cycling tours packages quality accommodation luggage transfer from hotel to hotel high quality bikes hotline choose the tour that. Budapest to nuremberg a bike and boat tour on the danube doesnt get any better than this. From its headwaters in the black forest of southwestern germany, the danube flows through some of the most beautiful landscapes in europe. Not included bike rental, beverages, desserts, lunches, gratuities to your guides, personal expenses and travel to and from the destination. Suitable for cyclists of all ages and abilities, heres all you need to know about the danube bike trail.
Youll receive the danube bike trail book by esterbauer at your start hotel. A tour company books your accommodation, bike rental and provides your itinerary including the danube cycle path map. Especially the parts through germany and austria are very popular, which makes it one of the 10 most popular bike trails in germany. Our offers for your cycle trips along danube cycle path 2020. The danube bike trail is the perfect combination of fun riding, visual beauty and cultural heritage with towns like melk and its beautiful monastery, greins 15th century castle and on to the graceful city of vienna, the pearl of austria. This bike and boat tour along the danube river has proven to be one of our most popular bike tours and with good reason.
The danube bicycle route between passau and vienna ranks as europes. Biking the danube cycling path a guide to the danube. There are 4 capital cities on the danube river and it is possible to cycle the entire length. Self guided cycling tours along the danube enjoy cycling holidays along river danube. Explore austria, germany and switzerland on the lake constance bike path, cruise along the peaceful and historic bavarian danube, or indulge your senses on the moselle bike path. Guide books for the danube cycle trail bike ride maps. In just a week, youll explore four different countrieshungary, slovakia, austria, and germanyas well as a worldclass cultural capital, vienna. It will take us 4 weeks to cycle from the danube s source in germany down to the black sea in romania 2.