{"id":2563,"date":"2022-11-04T09:32:30","date_gmt":"2022-11-04T09:32:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/travel\/tours\/bike-and-ship-in-the-valley-of-the-danube-round-trip-passau-vienna-with-the-ms-prinzessin-katharina"},"modified":"2025-07-26T13:24:41","modified_gmt":"2025-07-26T13:24:41","slug":"0185x","status":"publish","type":"trip","link":"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/en\/offers\/tour\/0185x\/","title":{"rendered":"Bike and boat in the Danube valley: round trip Engelhartszell \/ Passau &#8211; Vienna with the MS Princess Katharina 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1407,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","destination":[198,75,74,39413,71],"activities":[109],"trip_types":[82,233,103,106],"difficulty":[1807],"trip_tag":[1812],"wptravelengine_custom_taxonomy_trip-coe":[39130],"wptravelengine_custom_taxonomy_physical-requirement-level":[38974],"wptravelengine_custom_taxonomy_season":[38954],"wptravelengine_custom_taxonomy_sport":[39064],"wptravelengine_custom_taxonomy_dog":[],"class_list":["post-2563","trip","type-trip","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","destination-altmuehl-en","destination-austria-en","destination-danube-en","destination-danube","destination-germany-en-2","activities-bike-and-sail-en","trip_types-4families-en","trip_types-group-trip-en","trip_types-routetrip-en","trip_types-summer-en","difficulty-level4-en","trip_tag-185-en","trip-coe-185-en","physical-requirement-level-easy","season-summer","sport-bike-ship","latest_post"],"packages_ids":[10481,10482,10495],"trip_extras":[570],"cut_off_time":{"enabled":false,"duration":0,"duration_unit":"days"},"booked-seats":{"1719014400":{"booked":0,"datestr":1719014400},"1713571200":{"booked":6,"datestr":1713571200},"1722643200":{"booked":5,"datestr":1722643200},"1719016961":{"booked":0,"datestr":1719016961},"1713573759":{"booked":6,"datestr":1713573759},"1722645761":{"booked":5,"datestr":1722645761}},"trip_extra_services":[],"code":"185","price":0,"has_sale":false,"sale_price":0,"discount_percent":0,"currency":{"code":"EUR","symbol":"&euro;"},"duration":{"days":8,"nights":7,"duration_unit":"days","duration_type":"Tage"},"min_pax":"","max_pax":"","discount_value":0,"discount_label":"0% Off","primary_category":39444,"available_times":{"type":"default","items":["2021-1-01","2021-2-01","2021-3-01","2021-4-01","2021-5-01","2021-6-01","2021-7-01","2021-8-01","2021-9-01","2021-10-01","2021-11-01","2021-12-01"]},"description":"<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">By bike and boat into the heart of the old Danube monarchy<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":10486,\"width\":\"388px\",\"height\":\"auto\",\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\",\"align\":\"left\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/018511_map_300_220.jpg\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/018511_map_300_220.jpg\" alt=\"Map bike and boat MS Katharina Engelhartszell \/ Passau - Vienna\" class=\"wp-image-10486\" style=\"width:388px;height:auto\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>... a very special experience, because your \"floating hotel\" is always with you!<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Forests, rocks, castles and the warm hospitality of the people along the river await you on this tour. You always cycle along the river mainly on car-free cycle paths and cross it now and then on rustic ferries, massive weirs and historic bridges.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Slightly downhill you cycle through the impressive Danube landscape and discover the legendary Wachau.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>And then Vienna - a firework of sights! A city that can hardly be described, that you simply have to experience! During a city tour by bike, St. Stephen's Cathedral, the City Hall or the Giant Ferris Wheel are within reach. At the Naschmarkt, a stroll through the market becomes a culinary experience. You can relax in the cozy coffee houses and quaint Heurigen in the suburbs.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your ship: The Princess Catherine<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1511,\"width\":\"388px\",\"height\":\"auto\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/018622_Donau_Passau_Budapest_MSKatharina_1024.jpg\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/018622_Donau_Passau_Budapest_MSKatharina_1024-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1511\" style=\"width:388px;height:auto\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer -->\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>On board the premium ship MS Prinzessin Katharina you can expect classic elegance, a friendly crew and dignified furnishings. Enjoy the special ambience and let yourself be spoiled by the good cuisine. Spread over two passenger decks are a panoramic restaurant, a cozy lounge, two bars and an inviting foyer.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>A book corner, a small store and a massage parlor complete the offer. On the spacious, partially covered sun deck, there are plenty of sun loungers at your disposal.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>On-board language: <\/strong>German & English<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cabins<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>All 71 cabins are outside cabins and comfortably and tastefully furnished.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1507,\"width\":\"390px\",\"height\":\"auto\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/018620_Donau_Passau_Budapest_MSKatharina_1024.jpg\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/018620_Donau_Passau_Budapest_MSKatharina_1024-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1507\" style=\"width:390px;height:auto\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>They have shower\/WC, hairdryer, air conditioning, TV, on-board radio, telephone and a small refrigerator.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1513,\"width\":\"392px\",\"height\":\"auto\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/018623_Donau_Passau_Budapest_MSKatharina_1024.jpg\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/018623_Donau_Passau_Budapest_MSKatharina_1024-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1513\" style=\"width:392px;height:auto\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Upper deck<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>29 double, 1 triple and 2 single cabins; all approx. 11 sqm in size and with French balcony (= floor-to-ceiling windows to open).<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Twin cabins with a sofa bed as well as a Pullman bed (stowed during the day for added comfort).<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>In the 3-bed cabin, a 3rd bed folds down from the wall (max. 80 kg).<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":1509,\"width\":\"392px\",\"height\":\"auto\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/018621Donau_Passau_Budapest_MSKatharina_1024.jpg\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/018621Donau_Passau_Budapest_MSKatharina_1024-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1509\" style=\"width:392px;height:auto\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Main deck<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>38 double cabins, 1 single cabin, all about 11 sq.m., two sofa beds (standing across the corner), panoramic windows (cannot be opened).<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Technical data of the vessel<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>year of built: 1990, renovation: 2015, flag: Malta, length: 110 m, width: 11,2 m, draft: 1 m, passengers: max. 140, Crew: approx. 30.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":10457,\"width\":\"388px\",\"height\":\"auto\",\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/018631_MS_Katharina_Bordplan_1024_600.jpg\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/018631_MS_Katharina_Bordplan_1024_600.jpg\" alt=\"Board plan MS Katharina\" class=\"wp-image-10457\" style=\"width:388px;height:auto\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Requirements<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>> The bike tours are individual and unguided.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>> You will cover between 35 and 50 km per day (approximate distances of the recommended cycling tours)<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The terrain is mostly flat, has hardly any inclines and is suitable for pleasure cyclists, beginners and children. Should you wish to take a rest, you are welcome to cover individual daily stages by boat.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The trip is suitable for people with reduced mobility\u00a0<strong>not suitable<\/strong>. Please contact us for detailed information if needed.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rental bicycles<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>7-speed unisex touring bikes <\/strong>or <strong>8-speed e-bikes <\/strong>(limited availability), Velo de Ville brand (custom made).<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":4981,\"width\":\"388px\",\"height\":\"auto\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/bike_eb_01_TourenUnisex_21Gang_600_400.jpg\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/bike_eb_01_TourenUnisex_21Gang_600_400-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4981\" style=\"width:388px;height:auto\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Each with handbrake, freewheel <em>or <\/em>coaster brake (please specify as a non-binding customer request when booking)<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Equipped with luggage carrier bag; incl. Rental bike insurance<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":4985,\"width\":\"390px\",\"height\":\"auto\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/bike_eb_03_EBike_unisex_600_400.jpg\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/bike_eb_03_EBike_unisex_600_400-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4985\" style=\"width:390px;height:auto\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Own bikes<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Bringing your own bikes is only possible on request due to limited space. Please be sure to book the option<strong>\"own bike<\/strong>\" with!<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You take them with you at your own risk. We cannot be held liable for any damage\/loss etc. to your own bike during the entire bike trip or for transport damage. Neither on board nor on land.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For your own safety, we recommend that you always wear a bicycle helmet on all bicycle tours. Helmets are compulsory in Austria for children under the age of 12.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Arrival and parking in Engelhartszell<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Parking is available in Engelhartszell directly at the harbor within walking distance of the berth for 7 nights or 8 days. If you would like to use them, please be sure to book the parking lot or parking garage option. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>>  Parking lot - fenced, video-monitored outdoor area Please be sure to book the \"<strong>Parking lot<\/strong>\" option!<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>>  Parking garage, also suitable for cars with bicycle carriers for the trailer coupling: Please be sure to book the \"<strong>Prakgarage<\/strong>\" option!<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>You will receive a registration form in your travel documents and can pay on the spot. The prices may differ from the orientation values given here.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Journey to Passau  <\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Especially if you would like to travel by train, we offer you a bus transfer between Passau main station and your ship in Engelhartszell on the day of arrival and departure. If you would like to use the transfer, please be sure to book the<strong>\"Transfer person<\/strong>\" option. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>  -> Departure of the transfer bus on the day of arrival from Passau main station, approx. 15:00 hrs.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>  -> Departure from Engelhartszell on the day of departure: after disembarkation. Arrival in Passau later in the morning, so that you can easily catch trains from around 12.00 noon. <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Short overview arrival & departure times<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:table -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><a><strong>Day<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Location<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong>To<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/td><td><strong>From<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1st day<\/td><td>Engelhartszell, embarkation from 16:00 hrs<\/td><td>09:00<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2nd day<\/td><td>Engelhartszell<\/td><td> <\/td><td>10:00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2nd day<\/td><td>Aschach<\/td><td>13:30<\/td><td>16:00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>\u00a0<\/td><td>\u00a0<\/td><td>\u00a0<\/td><td>\u00a0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2nd day<\/td><td>Linz<\/td><td>18:30<\/td><td> 21:00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3rd day<\/td><td>Tulln<\/td><td> 09:00<\/td><td>11:00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3rd day<\/td><td>Vienna Nussdorf<\/td><td>14:00<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4th day<\/td><td>Vienna Nussdorf<\/td><td> <\/td><td>22:00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5th day<\/td><td>Krems<\/td><td>08:00<\/td><td>09:30<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5th day<\/td><td>Melk<\/td><td>15:30<\/td><td> <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>6th day<\/td><td>Melk<\/td><td> <\/td><td>10:00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>6th day<\/td><td>Grein<\/td><td>15:00<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>7th day<\/td><td>Grein<\/td><td><\/td><td>10:00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day 7<\/td><td>Mauthausen<\/td><td>14:00<\/td><td>15:30<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Day 8<\/td><td>Engelhartszell, disembarkation from approx. 09:30 hrs<\/td><td>09:00<\/td><td> <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:table -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Please note:<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Timetables and programs are subject to change without notice. If, for example, a route cannot be sailed due to low water, high water or bad weather, the skipper reserves the right to change the route for your safety (this is not a free reason for cancellation). The same applies to lock and\/or bridge repairs ordered by the authorities and not announced in advance. Please also keep in mind that your riverboat is on the one hand your \"vacation hotel\", but on the other hand it is also a piece of working equipment that moves with engine power and has to be operated constantly, even at night (partly with lock and bridge passages). We recommend that guests who are particularly sensitive to noise bring earplugs. The lock passages are associated with disruptions - this is the case with all Danube cruises - and unfortunately cannot be changed.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Trips<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Integrated in the bike tour program we offer you optionally a small excursion program. Please book and pay your participation directly on board. You will receive a brief description with your travel documents. Depending on the composition of the participants, the excursions may be offered bilingually German-English.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Travel documents<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>We provide you with a digital route book. The GUIBO app is your constant companion during your journey. Just a glance at your smartphone and you are safe and carefree on the road, with all the important information at hand. Travel information, ship information, contact details and your cycle tours can be found digitally in the route book, also offline, i.e. available at any time. The app is available free of charge and works on all standard smartphones. You will automatically receive the access data for downloading your booked trip by e-mail before the start of your trip     <\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Country information<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>For information on travel advice and entry requirements to Austria, please see our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/tours-and-travel\/country-info\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Country Information<\/a> page. Please also see our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/arb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">notes on package tours<\/a>.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->","cost_includes":"7 nights in an outside cabin in the booked cabin category\nFull board: 7 x breakfast, 6 x small lunch or packed lunch for bike tours, 6 x coffee and cake in the afternoon, 6 x 3-course dinner and 1 captain's reception with welcome drink\nProgram as per itinerary\nAll passenger and port taxes\nDaily cabin cleaning, bed linen and towel change as required\nDaily bike tour briefing\nDigital travel documents via app incl. 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Worth seeing is the monastery of Engelhartszell, known for the beautifully renovated church, but also for the \"healing\" herbal schnapps. You cycle downstream on the former Treppelweg.<\/p>\n<p>A trip on the nutshell-sized longitudinal ferry through the Schl\u00f6gener Schlinge provides a special change of pace. From Aschach you can travel by boat to Linz and on to Tulln.  Tip: Discover the city with the bright yellow Cityexpress.<\/p>"},{"title":"Day 3","content":"<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cycle tour Tulln - Vienna-Nussdorf, approx. 40 km<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Klosterneuburg Abbey is located just outside the gates of Vienna. The dome of the 900-year-old baroque magnificent building is visible from afar, the \"Verdun Altar\" is one of the highlights of medieval goldsmith art.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>From the wine tavern Kahlenbergerdorf a short hike through the vineyards to the panorama terrace of the Kahlenberg is worthwhile. You will be rewarded with a beautiful view of the metropolis of millions.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":407,\"width\":\"385px\",\"height\":\"auto\",\"linkDestination\":\"media\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/007222_Donau_Passau-Wien_Grein_1024.jpg\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.tours-and-travel.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/007222_Donau_Passau-Wien_Grein_1024-300x203.jpg\" alt=\"Danube bike path Greinburg\" class=\"wp-image-407\" style=\"width:385px;height:auto\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Worth seeing: Greinburg Castle, Austria's oldest residential castle. The castle is closed on Mondays and can only be visited as part of the optional excursion offered.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->"},{"title":"Day 4","content":"<!-- wp:heading {\"level\":4} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rest day in Vienna - Nussdorf\u00a0<\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Today, the sights of the Danube metropolis are on your agenda: perhaps St. Stephen's Cathedral and Hofburg Palace, the magnificent Ringstrasse boulevard with the Burgtheater, State Opera and City Hall? There are countless possibilities. 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Please note:\nDue to limited space, it is only possible to bring your own bike on request.\nYou bring your own bike at your own risk.\nNo liability can be accepted for any damage\/loss etc. to your own bike during the entire bike tour or for damage during transportation. Neither on board nor on land."},{"title":"Which bikes can I rent?","content":"7-speed unisex touring bikes or \n8-speed e-bikes (limited availability)\nBrand: Velo de Ville (custom-made)\nEach with handbrake, freewheel or coaster brake (please specify as a non-binding customer request when booking)\nEquipped with pannier rack; incl. 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