Encounter the river and
its history on the
Danube Cycle Path
Cycling in the Danube Region
Danube region in Upper Austria - Spring starts here
The Danube region in Upper Austria offers a wealth of experiences not to be missed in the warm season. Discover the most beautiful cycling and hiking trails, charming family resorts, idyllic campsites, soothing retreats and refreshing water and cultural experiences.
What's new in the Danube region
In the Danube region of Upper Austria, it’s not about cramming in as many experiences as possible – but about finding the right ones. A sunrise over the river. The first glimpse of the Schlögener Schlinge. A stop for refreshments after a hike or a cycle ride along the Danube Cycle Path. This is where moments are created that stay with you.
And sometimes, such a moment begins with a simple decision: leaving the car behind – and just going with the flow.
Cycling holidays in the Danube region
Whether it's a day trip or a multi-day cycle tour: the Inn Cycle Path from Schärding and the Danube Cycle Path - the mother of all cycle paths - lead along the most beautiful river landscapes in Europe. Refreshing stages, cultural stops and regional delights accompany every tour. Suitable cycling holiday offers in the Danube region. Suitable cycling holiday offers make your stay particularly relaxing. E-bike pleasure tours in the hills and mountain bike experiences in Granitland provide additional variety.
Family time with wow moments
Leisure parks, nature experiences on the water, outdoor escapes and unusual accommodation make the Danube region of Upper Austria a special place for families. Whether tipi suites, starry sky chalets, tree houses or farm holidays - here, spending time together becomes an adventure.
Highlights such as the IKUNA nature resort or the WaldEntdeckerWelt provide unforgettable experiences in nature.
Hiking with a view
The Danube region of Upper Austria is revealed step by step along the Donausteig and on numerous circular trails - between impressive natural scenery and historic sites. Panoramic views, gorges and power spots make every tour special. Suitable hiking holiday packages invite you to spend several days on the trail. A special place for this is Bad Kreuzen - Upper Austria's first hiking village, ideal for a relaxing hiking holiday in a hiking village.
The Danube region of Upper Austria shows itself from its most beautiful side along the Donausteig and on numerous circular trails: impressive natural scenery, gorges and ravines, wide panoramic views, historic places and true places of power. Hiking holiday packages invite you to stay longer - for example in the hiking village of Bad Kreuzen, Upper Austria's first hiking village.
Vacation in the Danube Region
Get inspired already now for your vacation this year. Whether it's an active vacation hiking along the Donausteig Hiking Trail or in Upper Austria's first hiking village in Bad Kreuzen, cycling along the Danube Cycle Path, a relaxing break in our wellness and health establishments, a short trip to the charming towns...in the Danube region in Upper Austria it's easy to leave everyday life behind and spend a few days relaxing in the midst of a fantastic natural setting. Ask your accommodation business for your free guest card "DONAU.Erlebnis Card".
Interreg projects
The Danube flows through 10 countries from its source to its mouth.
The common cultural space holds potential for transnational projects and coordinated activities within the framework of EU funding programmes such as Interreg. Over the years, we have already participated in several Interreg projects. The project "Digitalisation Offensive East Bavaria-Upper Austria" (2023-2026) is currently running.
