Ride along the popular Danube Cycle Path
Navigate two countries and discover fun stops along the way
Create memories with your family on easy bike trails
Let kids explore and wander as they learn about their surroundings
From historic towns to refreshing lakes and spectacular river views, every day brings something new to explore together

Danube Cycle Path for Families: Schärding – Linz

Duration
6 days
Site savings
$8
From
$788 USD

A 6-day family cycling adventure along the Danube from Schärding to Linz, crossing Austria and Germany. Enjoy mostly flat, well-maintained cycle paths with daily rides of 15–40 km, taking in highlights such as baroque Schärding, miniature World Wonders, the three-river city of Passau, the spectacular Schlögener Schlinge river bend and refreshing bathing lakes near Linz. With plenty to see and do along the way, this is a fun and memorable cycling holiday for the whole family.

  • Category
    For Families
  • Type
    Self-Guided
  • Duration
    6 days
  • Culture Level
    Familiar
  • Skill Level
    1 - Beginner
  • Activity Level
    1 - Easy
  • Elevation
    1 - Easy
  • Terrain
    Flat
  • Distance
    69 miles
  • Avg. Daily Distance
    17.4 miles
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Experience one of Europe’s most popular cycling routes on this relaxed family adventure along the Danube. Starting in the charming baroque town of Schärding, you follow scenic, mostly flat cycle paths through Austria and Germany to Linz, the capital of Upper Austria.

Designed with families in mind, this leisurely journey combines short daily rides with plenty of time to explore, relax and have fun along the way. Discover picturesque towns, enjoy refreshing swims in lakes and outdoor pools, take a scenic boat trip and choose from a variety of family-friendly activities.

With child-friendly accommodation and flexible daily distances, this tour offers the perfect balance of cycling, adventure and relaxation. Whether exploring the three-river city of Passau, admiring the spectacular Danube scenery or simply taking a break by the river, there is something to keep both children and adults entertained.

A fun and easy-going cycling holiday where the whole family can enjoy the beauty of the Danube at their own pace.

Tour inclusions and exclusions at a glance:

What's included?
Items included in the cost of the tour

  • Breakfast daily
  • Luggage transfer
  • Service hotline
  • Accommodation
  • Welcome briefing
  • Digital travel documents incl. navigation app, GPS-data, route book
What's not included?
Items not included in the cost of the tour

  • International / Domestic flights
  • Airport transfers
  • Visas
  • Travel insurance
  • Tourist tax (if due)
  • Au-Schlögen Ferry Fare
  • Free bike rental is not included. Please see the available rental options below.

Tour options and upgrades:

9 equipment options available
6 tour add-ons available