2025
Radtour an der bayerischen Donau

The Bavarian Danube Cycle Path

From Donauwörth to Passau

Donauwörth - Regensburg - Passau

  • Radweg-Reisen Tour
  • Danube Gorge, Weltenburg Abbey, UNESCO World Heritage Site Regensburg
  • Daily routes ●●●○○, altitude profile ●○○○○
  • Bestseller!

Days
8

Ø km per day
55

The leisurely bike tour along the Bavarian Danube takes you right across the Free State of Bavaria. Along the way, you will pass diverse historic cities and immerse yourself in unspoiled nature. Ingolstadt is on your way where the Bavarian Beer Purity Law was proclaimed in 1516. Further east, you visit the Danube gorge at Weltenburg before reaching the Gothic city of Regensburg with its magnificent old town. At the end of your bike tour along the Bavarian Danube you  will reach Passau. Here the Inn, Ilz and Danube converge forming the Three Rivers City. Along the way, there is still enough time to take in the beautiful panorama of the Bavarian landscape.

Itinerary

  • Booking code
    DO-DP7
  • Accomodation level
    national 3* level
  • Duration
    8 days / 7 nights
  • Arrival days
    Daily
  • Travel documents languages
    German, English, Dutch, French, Italian, Spanish
  • Parking information
    Parking garage in Ried, opening hours: continuous, costs: approx. 5.00 € per day.
    Free public parking in Wörnitzstein, approx. 600 m from the start hotel.
    No reservation possible via Radweg-Reisen.
  • Return to Donauwörth
    You can make your own arrangements by train, connections approx. every hour, 1 - 2 changes, duration approx. 3 - 5 hours.
map for DO-DP7

Day 1: Individual arrival to Donauwörth / Wörnitzstein

You begin your bike tour along the Bavarian Danube in picturesque town of Donauwörth. Here the most important trade route between Nuremberg and Augsburg once crossed the Danube. Today, magnificent town houses are a reminder of the town's importance and wealth. You will spend the night in Donauwörth or in the suburb Wörnitzstein. Booked rental bikes are available for you at the hotel.

 

The confluence of the Danube and Wörnitz rivers

The confluence of the Danube and Wörnitz rivers

Day 2: Donauwörth - Ingolstadt, approx. 65 km

The first stage of your bike tour along the Bavarian Danube takes you along the foothills of the Franconian Albs. Take a break in Neuburg with its beautiful old town, the Hofkirche church and the impressive city palace. An amazing medieval flair awaits you in Ingolstadt. The city is known worldwide as the home of the car brand Audi . At the Audi museum mobile, you can find out more about the company's history and take a journey through the past decades illustraded by numerous exhibits.

 

Neuburg on the Danube

Neuburg on the Danube

Day 3: Ingolstadt - Kelheim / Abensberg, approx. 50 / 60 km + boat trip

The Danube cycle path takes you via Neustadt through hop fields to Bad Gögging. The spa town is ideal for relaxing. Take a bath in natural moor or in its thermal waters. Or how about a glass of sulphur water? In Abensberg, it is worth climbing the Kuchlbauer Tower. It was designed by Friedensreich Hundertwasser and is located on the site of a brewery. It can be visited as part of a guided tour. If you are staying overnight in Kelheim, the Weltenburg - Kelheim boat trip through the Danube Gorge takes place today.

Cyclists at the Danube

Cyclists at the Danube

Day 4: Abensberg - Regensburg, approx. 55 km + boat trip

The first stop along the Danube is Weltenburg. The monastery here houses the oldest monastery brewery in the world. From Weltenburg you board the ferry to Kelheim. Shortly after the start, you will pass the Danube Gorge. Here  the Danube forces its way through steep rock faces. In Kelheim you can visit the Liberation Hall on top of the Michelsberg hill. In Regensburg you reach the northernmost point of the Danube. Stroll through the extensive old town and enjoy a cool beer in one of its cozy beer gardens.

Cyclist Regensburg

Cyclist in Regensburg

Day 5: Regensburg - Straubing, approx. 55 km

The first stop of today's stage of your cycle tour along the Bavarian Danube is Walhalla near Donaustauf. King Ludwig I build the imposing memorial in the 19th century. After enjoying the view of the Danube and the surrounding area, you cycle on to the old ducal town of Straubing with Celtic and Roman roots. Straubing's landmark is its nearly 70-metre-high tower.

Marketplace Straubing

Marketplace in Straubing

Day 6: Straubing - Deggendorf, approx. 40 km

First you cycle to the small town of Bogen. Visit the pilgrimage church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary at Bogenberg and enjoy the view. Then you continue to cycle to Pfelling and Mariaposching until you reach your destination for the day, Deggendorf. The town is known as the gateway to the Bavarian Forest. Treat yourself to some of Deggendorf's famous dumplings and explore the old town around the town square and the town hall.

Old town hall in Deggendorf

Old town hall in Deggendorf

Day 7: Deggendorf - Passau, approx. 55 km

Today is the final spurt! Your destination, the Three Rivers City of Passau is a wonderful ending to your cycle tour along the Bavarian Danube. It has a long history, which can be felt in all corners of the city. Take a stroll through the city and enjoy the almost Mediterranean flair of Passau. Visit St. Stephen's Cathedral and the Veste Oberhaus above the Danube.

 

Passau

Passau

Day 8: Individual departure

After breakfast, your cycle tour along the Bavarian Danube ends. We are happy to extend your stay in Passau or one of the other overnight locations with an extra night.

Dates / Prices / Services

Season times and Prices 2025

Arrival daily from 05.04.2025 to 12.10.2025Early booking discount: -20 €

Bookable dates are shown in the booking form. The season is dictated by the arrival date.
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Season A
05.04.
12.10.
from729 €
Season B
06.04. - 11.04.
21.04. - 25.04.
04.05. - 09.05.
21.09. - 11.10.
from899 €
Season C
12.04. - 20.04.
26.04. - 03.05.
10.05. - 23.05.
22.06. - 04.07.
24.08. - 20.09.
from1049 €
Season D
24.05. - 21.06.
05.07. - 23.08.
from1149 €

All prices per person in a double room

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Services

  • 7 nights with breakfast, national 3* level
  • Luggage transport from hotel to hotel to Passau, no limit on the number of pieces, max. 20 kg / piece
  • Admission to Museum Mobile Ingolstadt
  • Boat trip Weltenburg - Kelheim incl. bike
  • Travel documents with maps (1 x per room)
  • Service hotline (7 days, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
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Not included is the city or visitor's tax (if payable).

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Children's discount

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From 12 to 17 years

-25%

All prices are per person

Applies for accommodation in rooms with 2 full-paying guests.

Due to the more challenging sections, we recommend this tour for young people only in good physical condition.

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Additional services

Additional bookable services

Additional fee single room

249 €

All prices are per person

Additional nights

Room
Breakfast
Price
Donauwörth / Wörnitzstein
 DBL

55 €

 SGL

85 €

Passau
 DBL

69 €

 SGL

109 €

All prices are per person

The prices for additional nights in other places can be found in the booking form.

 

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Rental bikes

Rental Bikes

Rental Bike
Rental Bike
99 €
E-Bike
E-Bike
269 €
Teenager's bike
Teenager's bike
49 €

Types of rental bikes

  • 8-gear unisex bike, hub gears with coaster brake (men's bike from 1.75 m)
  • 10-gear unisex bike, derailleur gears with freewheel (men’s bike from 1.75 m)
  • E-bike / pedelec with freewheel (minimum age for e-bike rental: 16 years)
  • Teenager's bike (26 inch)
Fittings

Pannier, handlebar bag, milometer, bike lock, pump, repair kit

Here you find further information and pictures of our rental bikes.

Radweg-Reisen 8-gear unisex bike
8-gear unisex bike, hub gears with coaster brake
Radweg-Reisen 8-gear men's bike
8-gear men's bike, hub gears with coaster brake
Radweg-Reisen 10-gear unisex bike
10-gear unisex bike, derailleur gears with freewheel
Radweg-Reisen 10-gear men's bike
10-gear men's bike, derailleur gears with freewheel
Radweg-Reisen e-bike
Unisex e-bike, 8-gear hub gears with freewheel
Teenager's bike
26 inch teenager's bike

Route profile

  • Start / Destination
    Donauwörth / Passau
  • Length
    approx. 300 km
    Daily routes ●●○○○
    between 40 and 65 km, Ø 55 km
    Altitude profile ●○○○○
    between 90 and 270 m, Ø 160 m elevation gain
  • Trail conditions
    Largely flat route mainly on cycle paths. There are also longer sections on compacted earth paths, small sections run through forest. The towns are often located on flood-safe hills.
  • Tour operated by
    Radweg–Reisen
  • Mobility note
    The trip is only partially suitable for people with limited mobility.
    Simply contact us regarding your individual needs.

Days
8

Ø km per day
55