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Danube Cycling Holidays

Danube Cycle Path

Highlights
  • Cycle along the Danube, one of Europe's best-loved cycle paths
  • Easy cycling on dedicated riverside paths and quiet country roads
  • Charming towns and iconic cities like Bratislava, Vienna, and Budapest
  • Rich traditions, vibrant towns, and warm-hearted hospitality
  • Regional delights, world-class wines, and irresistible pastries
  • Lush vineyards, historic castles, and tranquil riverside views

Cycling along the Danube is an epic European adventure. Picture yourself pedaling through centuries of history, soaking up stunning landscapes, and immersing yourself in vibrant cultures at every turn. Our tours let you journey from Germany to Hungary by bike, with the majority of the route winding through Austria.

From the serene valleys and charming Austrian towns of the Classic itinerary from Passau to Vienna, to the mix of grand cities and rural beauty between Vienna and Budapest, each route offers something unique. Expect Baroque masterpieces like Melk Abbey, culinary delights such as schnitzel and goulash, and experience the charm of medieval towns like Bratislava.

Whether you choose to do one of the sections, or the full adventure from Passau to Budapest, the well-maintained paths, gentle terrain, and rich cultural encounters make this an ideal trip!

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  • The Danube Cycle Path

    Follow one of Europe's best-loved cycling routes along the Danube Cycle Path from Passau to Vienna, with an everchanging river landscape.

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  • Which itinerary is for me?

    Passau to Vienna – Also known as the "Classic", this 8-day itinerary is the most popular choice. Setting off in Passau you discover countless Austrian highlights such as the world-class city of Vienna, the wine-growing Wachau Valley, and the iconic Schlögener Schlinge, where the river makes a dramatic bend of 180 degrees.

    Vienna to Budapest – Similar to Passau to Vienna, this is an 8-day itinerary, allowing you to discover a trio of nations: Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary. Starting in the musical city of Vienna you can enjoy traffic-free paths through sleepy towns and villages. Take in Bratislava, Europe’s youngest capital city, before continuing to the fairy tale city of Budapest.

    Passau to Budapest – For those with a little more time this 2-week itinerary visits in Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary. One of the highlights of this trip is the scrumptious regional food you get to try! Finish in Budapest, where Eastern meets Western Europe, perhaps the prime opportunity to rest your legs in one of the capital's many thermal baths

    Which itinerary is for me?
  • Stay Local, Eat Local

    One of the absolute highlights of an adventure along the Blue Danube is getting the chance to sample the fantastic food and drink of the regions that you cycle through. Here are some of our favourites!

    • Wiener Schnitzel: One of the best-known specialities of the Viennese cuisine and considered the national dish of Austria. The traditional Wiener Schnitzel is a crispy, thin slice of breaded meat (veal, pork or chicken) accompanied by a potato salad. 

    • Goulash: Originating from Hungary and predominantly eaten in Central Europe, Goulash is a traditional soup or stew with tender beef and onions, spiced with paprika. Many recipes also include potatoes, celery, tomatoes and carrots - richly flavoured and best enjoyed with rice, bread, or mashed potatoes.

    • Grüner Veltliner & Riesling: The respected Wachau Valley wine region is known for its full-bodied wines and the Grüner Veltliner is arguably the most iconic of all Austrian wines. It can be described as intense and aromatic, with zesty citrus notes and a touch of white pepper. 

    • Sacher-Torte Cake: A sweet chocolate sponge cake, with apricot jam and dark chocolate icing - who doesn't like the sound of that? It was invented in 1832 by Franz Sacher who made this for Prince Von Metternich in Vienna who was desperately trying to impress his dinner guests. Safe to say it has been popular ever since!

    • Potato dumplings: Probably the most famous local dish in Slovakia that is very similar to gnocchi and contains sheep's cheese. The steamed dumplings are typically served with lashings of pork shoulder, cabbage, sour cream and fried onions. It's a must-try when visiting Bratislava!
    Stay Local, Eat Local

WHY MACS?

Reasons to believe in Macs Adventure:
The Biggest Choice

The Biggest Choice

Self-guided walking & cycling is all we do - we have hundreds of tried & tested trips.
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Around Since 2003

We’re still founder led & the world’s number one self-guided operator with mountains of experience.
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Positive Impact

Positive Impact

We use independent suppliers to support communities along our routes, as well as work with organisations to help maintain & restore paths.
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