Cycling the Danube, part II

Gentle cycling holidays in enchanting Lower Bavaria

Cycle route from Regensburg to Passau
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Daily distance: 34-55 km         Length: 7 days / 6 nights
Tour type: Guided cycle tour, small group cycling holidays

Highlights:

  • Relaxed cycling on cycle paths by the Danube
  • Discovering Regensburg, possibly Europe's best-preserved medieval city (UNESCO World Heritage)
  • The food: Obazda, knuckle of pork and Germknödel are just some of many Bavarian specialities that you will be able to try

In brief: You will cycle along the Danube from Regensburg to Passau. Excursions on several days allow you to discover the countryside further away from the river. In Regensburg you will hear stunning tales from the Middle Ages while walking over the oldest surviving bridge across the Danube. The tour ends in Passau, where the confluence of three rivers results in a colourful blend.
The tour is designed in a way that cyclists of various levels of physical fitness can enjoy their holiday. We have incorporated optional legs, and guests can stop cycling at midday if they wish, getting a lift in our van instead.

Route profile: Generally flat terrain
Cycle path characteristics: All paved except for a few short stretches on compacted gravel, 95% dedicated cycle paths, 5% quiet back roads

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