EuroVelo 6 Atlantic – Black Sea

The Danube Cycle Path is one of the most beautiful cycle paths in Europe. The Austrian section is approximately 380km long, running from Passau in Germany to the Slovakian border near Bratislava.

This section runs exclusively on cycle paths along the beautiful river, including areas such as the romantic Schlögener Donauschlinge (“Donau Schlögener Loop”). Discover modern art and architecture by taking a stop in Linz (European Capital of Culture 2009). The World Heritage Site in the Wachau Valley is one of the most fascinating landscapes along the Danube Cycle Path with its castles, monasteries and Vineyards.

We would also recommend combining the cycle tour along the Danube Cycle Path with a visit to cultural sites such as Austria‘s largest Benedictine monastery „Stift Melk“ and the famous ruins in Dürnstein, where the English King Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned.

After the historic town of Krems, the route continues to Vienna, Austria‘s enchanting capital, full of cultural highlights. From Vienna to the Slovakian border, you cross the Donau Auen National Park. There are also opportunities for beautiful bike and boat trips, allowing your adventure to combine travelling by bike as well as by train. Finally, the route leads across the Danube to Hainburg and on to Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia.

Public Transport and Bicycles in Austria

In Austria, bikes can be transported in most regional and long-distance trains. As in Germany, travellers need to reserve a bike port in long-distance trains. This also applies to special or bigger bikes, such as tandems. The regional railjet trains also offer bike transport.

Within Austria, cycle tourists will need a special daily, weekly or monthly bicycle ticket. There are also international tickets available for international routes. See here for more details.

See the green logos on the map and the 'Public Transport' section below the map for a list of train stations, bus stations and mobility information centers in Austria along EuroVelo 6 - Atlantic-Black Sea!