2024
Radurlaub auf dem Bauernhof in Österreich

Family cycling vacation along the Austrian Danube

Along the Danube from farm to farm

 Passau – Krems – Vienna

  • Unspoiled nature, Danube Loop, Wachau wine region
  • Daily routes ●●○○○, altitude profile ●○○○○
  • Many services included!

Days
8

Ø km per day
45

Back to nature on the bike is the motto of this tour. But then back to the hotel? Not on this trip! From Passau to Vienna, you cycle along the Danube and always spend the nights of your family cycling vacation on a farm. The farmers are still active, so you will encounter all kinds of animals, but have also discovered the joy of this type of accommodation. Get up in the morning to enjoy freshly baked bread and try homemade jam and handmade cheese, which you certainly won't find in the supermarket. The Danube is always at the heart of your daily cycle stages. At the end, you will reach the capital of Austria and go home with the feeling that you have experienced something very special and out of the ordinary.

Itinerary

  • Booking code
    OE-DOSW7
  • Accommodation level
    cozy farms and family-run inns, in Passau and Vienna 3* hotel
  • Duration
    8 days / 7 nights
  • Arrival days
    daily
  • Travel documents Languages
    German, English
  • Print version PDF
    Examples of hotels incl.
  • Parking information
    Public parking garage in Passau, approx. 10 € / day; no reservation possible through Radweg-Reisen
  • Return to Passau
    In season C optionally by minibus, departure between 8 and 10 a.m., duration approx. 3.5 – 4 hours, must be specified when booking. You can also book the transfer from Vienna to Passau before the cycle tour. Please specify your booking request in the online booking form in the open text field.
    In seasons A and B by train, connections several times an hour, 1 x change, duration approx. 3 hours, must be specified when booking.
Map for the family cycling vacation along the Austrian Danube

Day 1: Individual arrival in Passau

Three rivers from three directions meet in Passau: the Danube, Inn and Ilz. But this unique spectacle is not the only reason you should arrive early for your family cycling vacation along the Austrian Danube. Discover the baroque old town with St. Stephen's Cathedral at its center. The view of the city from the fortress is unique.

Welcome to Passau

Welcome to Passau

Day 2: Passau – Feldkirchen an der Donau, approx. 55 km + boat trip

In the Three river city of Passau, you now meet the Danube, which you will follow all the way until you reach the Austrian capital of Vienna. Shortly before Schlögen, you will pass through the Danube Loop, an incomparable natural spectacle. You now comfortably follow the Danube Cycle Route to Feldkirchen an der Donau

Danube Loop

Danube Loop near Schlögen

Day 3: Feldkirchen – Mitterkirchen, approx. 55 km + train ride

After breakfast, you first cycle to Ottensheim, where you change to the train and take a leisurely ride to Linz. The largest city in the region offers many sights. The best way to get an overview is to take a short tour of the city. Those with a sweet tooth will of course be looking for a slice of genuine Linzer Torte. Back on the bike, you soon reach the small municipality of Mauthausen in Machland. The long history of the region is best viewed in the Celtic Museum. You only have a few more kilometers to cycle to your destination for the day, Mitterkirchen.

View of Linz

View of Linz

Day 4: Mitterkirchen – Hengstberg, approx. 35 km

While the landscape has been wide and open up to this point, this picture changes from Grein onwards. Here you are at the entrance to Strudengau region. The Danube makes its way through several faults here, which is why numerous rapids were to be expected in this section in earlier times. Since the river has been used to generate electricity, however, its course has calmed down a little.

View of Grein

View of Grein

Day 5: Hengstberg – Aggstein, approx. 50 km

Melk Abbey is considered the gateway to Wachau region. The famous wine region offers numerous specialties for body and soul and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000. Many winegrowers offer wine tastings. We recommend enjoying a dry Riesling.

 

Aggstein Castle

Aggstein Castle

Day 6: Aggstein – Krems, approx. 30 km

Today you follow the Danube through the second part of the Wachau. Due to the fertile soil and the Danube, the Wachau was fought over for centuries. You can discover a number of castle ruins as evidence of this history. These include the Hinterhaus ruins near Spitz and Dürnstein Castle, where, according to legend, Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned. In addition to wine, Wachau region is famous for growing apricots.

View of Dürnstein Castle

View of Dürnstein Castle

Day 7: Krems – Tulln – Vienna, approx. 40 km + train ride

Your last stage begins with a train ride to Tulln. Here you get on your bike for the last time on your family cycling vacation and take a leisurely ride to Vienna. One afternoon is certainly not enough to get to know Austria's capital city in depth, but there should be just enough time for a walk in the Prater public park or a visit to a café.

Parliament and Pallas Athena Fountain in Vienna

Parliament and Pallas Athena Fountain in Vienna

Day 8: Individual departure

After breakfast, your family cycling vacation along the Austrian Danube comes to an end. If you don't want to leave Vienna just yet, we will be happy to extend your stay with an extra night.

Belvedere Palace Gardens in Vienna

The Belvedere Palace Gardens in Vienna

Dates / Prices / Services

Season times and prices 2024

Arrival daily from 04.05.2024 to 28.09.2024

Bookable dates are shown in the booking form. The season is dictated by the arrival date.

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Season A
21.09. - 28.09.

from569 €
Season B
04.05. - 17.05.

from669 €
Season C
18.05. - 20.09.

from789 €

All prices per person in a double room

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Services

  • 7 nights incl. breakfast on cozy farms and family-run inns, in Passau and Vienna 3* hotel
  • Luggage transport from farm to farm to Vienna, 1 piece of luggage per person, max. 23 kg / piece
  • Boat trip Passau – Kasten incl. bike
  • Train ride Ottensheim – Linz incl. bike
  • Train ride Krems – Tulln incl. bike
  • Travel documents with maps (1 x per room)
  • Service hotline (7 days, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.)
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Not included is the city or visitor's tax (if payable).

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Accommodation

If the scheduled farms are fully booked, the tour itinerary can be suject to change. We will of course inform you of this

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For our younger cyclists

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From 0 to 6 years

-100%

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From 7 to 11 years

-50%

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From 12 to 14 years

-25%

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From 15 to 17 years

-10%

Applies for accommodation in rooms with 2 full-paying guests.

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Additional services

Additional bookable services

Additional fee single room

149 €

Return transfer by train excl. bike, Vienna – Passau (daily)

29 €

Return transfer by bus incl. bike, season C, Vienna – Passau (daily)

29 €

All prices are per person

Additional nights

Room
Breakfast
Price
Vienna / Passau
 DBL

69 €

 SGL

99 €

All prices are per person

Rental bikes

Rental Bikes

Rental Bike
Rental Bike
119 €
E-Bike
E-Bike
269 €

Types of rental bikes

  • 21-gear women's or men's bike, derailleur gears with freewheel
  • E-bike / pedelec
Features

Pannier (1 x per room), handlebar bag (1 x per room)

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21-gear rental bike

119 €

E-bike / pedelec

269 €

All prices are per person

Brief info

  • Start / Destination
    Passau / Vienna
  • Length
    approx. 265 km
    Daily routes ●●○○○
    between 30 and 55 km, Ø 45 km
    Altitude profile ●○○○○
  • Note
    In Austria, helmets are mandatory for children up to the age of 12.
  • Tour operated by
    Local cooperation partner
  • Mobility note
    The trip is only conditionally suitable for people with limited mobility.
    Please do not hesitate to contact us regarding your individual needs.
Map for the family cycling vacation along the Austrian Danube

Days
8

Ø km per day
45