Cycling tours
in the Danube Region
in Upper Austria
15 e-bike tours between Schärding and Grein
Your journey of discovery between the Inn and Danube rivers: Perspectives that inspire
Immerse yourself, switch off and broaden your horizons. On 15 varied e-bike circular tours between Schärding and Grein, you will not only cycle along the Danube and Inn rivers, but also explore the surrounding countryside away from the classic cycle paths. The cycle routes take you over gentle hills and reward you with sweeping views of the expansive river landscape. So why not leave the Danube Cycle Path or Inn Cycle Path behind and discover new perspectives?
Or experience the region's impressive natural and cultural heritage on an enjoyable tour along the Danube on the Danube Limes World Heritage Tour from Passau via Schlögen and back.
Tours & Signage
The 15 tours are labelled R1.01 to R1.15 (based on the Danube Cycle Route R1) and are signposted with official signposts from the province of Upper Austria .
At all starting points there are starting point boards with important information and map sections on the tour and further information on the cycle network in the immediate vicinity.
Distinctive metal sculptures reminiscent of fish fins have also been erected at the starting points. These form the entry points to the tours.
Cycling holidays in the Danube region
Free cycle map and brochures
Order your free cycling map on a scale of 1:60,000 with 15 cycling tours for e-bikes and 4 circular tours on the Danube Cycle Path. We also have additional free brochures and information material from the Danube region in Upper Austria, which you can use to plan your next tour from the comfort of your own home.
Service & Infrastruktur
Travel relaxed and stay flexible on site: in the Danube region, there are numerous bike rental partners where you can easily rent bikes. To ensure that you can travel carefree with your e-bike, we also provide an overview of all e-charging stations for bikes throughout the region.
Even if you arrive by train or bus, you will still be well connected. We will show you how public transport works in the Danube region and how you can easily combine your journeys.
The well-developed infrastructure is rounded off by ferries, bridges and power station crossings, which allow you to change sides of the Danube with ease – and, incidentally, offer special views from the middle of the river.
Cycling tours with special highlights
The cycling tours are particularly suitable for enjoyable cycling excursions with the e-bike and not only lead to natural and cultural treasures worth seeing. They also invite you to meet people: Handicraft businesses with a long tradition, chefs with a great love of enjoyment or producers and direct marketers who are bubbling over with new ideas. Cider that tickles the tongue, chocolates made from hand-scooped chocolate or tasty cheese specialities. For all those who have already cycled along the Danube Cycle Path several times and now want to discover the entire cycling region between the Inn and the Danube.
There are so many ways to explore the Danube region in Upper Austria with all its facets.
Discounts and free benefits
Experience the Danube region in Upper Austria with the DONAU.Erlebnis Card. This free guest card offers numerous complimentary services and discounts at selected partners in our region – and you can use it from your very first night in many accommodation establishments!
