Danube Bike Path - Regensburg to Passau
Germany Bike Tours
Cycle along the Danube in South East Germany
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- Length5 days
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Overview
The enchanting Danube bike tour begins in the medieval city of Regensburg, a city with a history of over 2000 years. Unlike many other German towns, this one had little damage from the Allied air raid in World War II, and therefore has a nearly intact medieval city center. The tour ends in Passau, the City of Three Rivers. It is here that the Danube, Inn, and Ilz Rivers converge. This lively port town is a marvel to see in its romantic river setting, complete with the great Veste Oberhaus (a fortress built in the 13th–16th century) that overlooks the town.
As a 5-day tour, this cycling vacation is ideal for those looking for a short itinerary packed with the wonders of the Danube.
Highlights
- Dedicated bike paths along the river
- Straubing, gateway to the Bavarian Forest region
- Deggendorf, with scenic beauty and historical monuments
- Passau, the lively port town
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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Regensburg
Day 2: Regensburg - Straubing, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 3: Straubing - Deggendorf, 25 mi. (40 km)
Day 4: Deggendorf - Passau, 38 mi. (60 km)
Day 5: Departure from PassauAll distances are approximate. Do note that the routes are checked yearly but due to roadwork, or other situations beyond control, sometimes the route may have changed. In this case, please follow local detours/directions.
Day 1: Arrival in Regensburg
The journey starts in Regensburg which is the most northerly point of the Danube. This best-preserved city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it's no wonder why. The Old Town is very well preserved and a perfect place to take an afternoon stroll. Visit the Town Hall, the Cathedral of St. Peter, St. Emmeram’s Basilica, and so much more!Sample accommodation: Hotel Münchner Hof Regensburg
Day 2: Regensburg - Straubing, 31 mi. (50 km)
The route follows the mighty Danube which curves along the broad, flat landscape. You will pass Wörth Castle and find yourself in the middle of the so-called "Gäuboden" landscape. Today's destination is the town of Straubing, which dates back to the 13th century. Many of the historic buildings in this town come from this period, such as the symbol of Straubing, the Stadtturm, and the Herzogsschloss, the large castle on the Danube.Sample accommodation: Hotel Theresientor Straubing
Day 3: Straubing - Deggendorf, 25 mi. (40 km)
You'll cycle through Bogen, a little gem of a village. While there are more churches in this town than most, the one that steals the show is the Pilgrimage Church of Maria Ascension as it is the oldest of its kind in Bavaria. You will continue pedaling on through Pfelling and Mariaposching and then on to the Benedictine Abbey of Metten, before coming to Deggendorf, the gateway to the Bavarian Forest. Gothic and Baroque architecture dominate the pear-shaped old town.Sample accommodation: Hotel Höttl Deggendorf
Day 4: Deggendorf - Passau, 38 mi. (60 km)
The last cycling stage leads you to the historic little town of Vilshofen. The cobblestoned Old Town sits right on the water and is a perfect place for a stroll. In no time at all, you will reach your final destination, the three-river city and former diocesan town of Passau. Be sure to visit the jewel of the city: Saint Stephen’s Cathedral. This Italian Baroque-style building is home to the largest organ outside of the United States. It's also worthwhile to visit the Höllgasse, the artists' mile in Passau's Old Town, where the beautiful old buildings are full of studios, workshops, & galleries.Sample accommodation: Hotel Passauer Wolf
Day 5: Departure from Passau
Individual departure from Passau after breakfast, or you can choose to extend your stay in Passau!You can view all of our bike tours in Europe or look at our featured bike trips, specials, and news.
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Accommodation
In very nice, comfortable 4-star hotels. Below is a sample hotel list based on availability:
Regensburg, Hotel Münchner Hof Regensburg
Straubing, Hotel Theresientor
Deggendorf, Höttl Deggendorf
Passau, Passauer WolfInclusions
What’s Included
- Accommodations for 4 nights in the chosen category
- Daily breakfast buffet
- Luggage transfer (no limit, each piece no more than 20 kg)
- 21-speed standard bike rental
- Bike Protection
- Materials with route descriptions (1 package per room)
- GPS-Tracks
- 7-day service hotline
What’s Not Included
- Individual arrival to Regensburg and departure from Passau
- Remaining meals (dinners can be added for a supplement)
- Tourist tax (payable locally)
- Travel Insurance
Dates & Pricing
Dates
Daily arrivals from March 30 to October 12, 2024
Please Note
- Rates are per person, based on double occupancy
- Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
Pricing
Season 1: March 30 to April 12 | September 28 to October 12, 2024
Season 2: April 13 to May 3 | September 14 to September 27, 2024
Season 3: May 4 to September 13, 2024Season 1 $ 985 £ 509 $ 869 € 583 kr 89382 ₪ 2353 ¥ 97194 Mex$ 10665 NZ$ 1074 NOK 6965 kr 6867 $ 642 Season 2 $ 1086 £ 561 $ 959 € 643 kr 98581 ₪ 2595 ¥ 107196 Mex$ 11763 NZ$ 1184 NOK 7682 kr 7574 $ 708 Season 3 $ 1137 £ 587 $ 1,003 € 673 kr 103180 ₪ 2716 ¥ 112198 Mex$ 12312 NZ$ 1240 NOK 8040 kr 7927 $ 741 Single supplement $ 319 £ 165 $ 282 € 189 kr 28976 ₪ 763 ¥ 31509 Mex$ 3458 NZ$ 348 NOK 2258 kr 2226 $ 208 Extra Options
Meals
Dinners included (4 three course meals) $ 252 £ 130 $ 222 € 149 kr 22844 ₪ 601 ¥ 24840 Mex$ 2726 NZ$ 274 NOK 1780 kr 1755 $ 164 Bike Upgrades
Electric bike $ 220 £ 113 $ 194 € 130 kr 19931 ₪ 525 ¥ 21673 Mex$ 2378 NZ$ 239 NOK 1553 kr 1531 $ 143 Premium standard bike (27-speed) $ 101 £ 52 $ 89 € 60 kr 9199 ₪ 242 ¥ 10003 Mex$ 1098 NZ$ 111 NOK 717 kr 707 $ 66 Extra nights
Double/twin room Single room Regensburg $ 150 £ 78 $ 133 € 89 kr 13645 ₪ 359 ¥ 14837 Mex$ 1628 NZ$ 164 NOK 1063 kr 1048 $ 98 $ 235 £ 121 $ 207 € 139 kr 21311 ₪ 561 ¥ 23173 Mex$ 2543 NZ$ 256 NOK 1661 kr 1637 $ 153 Passau $ 133 £ 69 $ 118 € 79 kr 12112 ₪ 319 ¥ 13170 Mex$ 1445 NZ$ 146 NOK 944 kr 931 $ 87 $ 201 £ 104 $ 177 € 119 kr 18244 ₪ 480 ¥ 19839 Mex$ 2177 NZ$ 219 NOK 1422 kr 1402 $ 131 Extra Info
Skill Level — Easy
This self-guided hotel tour is rated easy. It takes place on mostly flat, asphalted roads. There are small sections of gravel. Overall, this tour is suitable for beginners to experienced riders.
Airport Info
The closest international airport to your tour start and end is Munich International Airport (MUC)
Local Travel
From the airport, you can take a train to Regensburg. The train ride takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes and costs about €20. Please visit www.bahn.com for specific timetables and pricing.
Climate
Check local conditions prior to departure. Average high/low temperature in °F for Regensburg is: 54/36° for April, 64/45° May, 69/51° June, 73/54° July, 73/53° August, 66/47° September, & 55/40° for October.
Recommended
An extra night before and after the tour!
Important to know
DOCUMENTS
It is each traveler's responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance with the country or countries you plan to visit. This includes and is not limited to passport validity, visa requirements and acquisition, blank passport pages required for your destination (s), etc.
US citizens: A good website to research the requirements of the Schengen Agreement and entry into other countries is travel.state.gov.
Non-EU and EU residents: Please research the requirements of your country of residence for international travel and your destination country or countries.
*Important note: Please check on the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) status as once implemented, this will be required to visit any of the 26 Schengen-member countries for tourism, business, medical, or transit. This is an additional check on security rather than a visa.Extra Stay
Extra nights possible in Regensburg and Passau.
Tour Operator
This tour is run by Radreisefreunde.
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