CYCLING HOLIDAY ALONG THE BAVARIAN DANUBE
Day 1: Munich - Donauwörth/ Wörnitzstein
Today you take the train from Munich to Donauwörth. The most important trade route between Nuremberg and Augsburg once crossed the Danube in this town. Nowadays magnificent town houses reminde us of the importance and wealth of the city.
Day 2: Donauwörth/ Wörnitzstein - Ingolstadt, approx. 65 km
Today you start your cycle tour. The first stage of your bike tour along the Danube takes you along the foothills of the Franconian Jura to Neuburg. In Neuburg a stop is worthwhile. See the beautiful old town, the Hofkirche and the impressive castle. Your final destination today is Ingolstadt. In Ingolstadt you can expect an amazing medieval flair. Ingolstadt is worldwide known for the Audi automobile brand, but also famous for being the city where the Bavarian Beer Purity Law was announced in 1516. Since that memorable day in 1516, Ingolstadt and beer have always belonged together.
Day 3: Ingolstadt - Kelheim, approx. 55 km + boat trip
Cycle along the Danube via Bad Bad Gögging to Weltenburg. Weltenburg is famous for its Weltenburg monastery, which is the oldest monastery brewery in the world. Located at the mystical Danube breakthrough in the heart of Bavaria. You can be very excited to see this breathtaking architecture in front of a massive natural backdrop. Take a rest at the beer garden of the monastery and enjoy the Bavarian beer garden culture. In Weltenburg you board the boat to Kelheim. The boat makes its way where the Danube breaks through steep rock faces to Kelheim.
Day 4: Kelheim - Regensburg, approx. 40 km
In Kelheim, a visit to the Liberation Hall on the Michelsberg is worthwhile. Continue to Regensburg, the northernmost point of the Danube. Regensburg is considered as "the only authentically preserved large medieval city in Germany". The Old Town Regensburg with Stadtamhof has been declared as an UNESCO heritage site in 2006.
Day 5: Regensburg - Straubing, approx. 50 km
Today we recommend a stop at at the Walhalla near Donaustauf. King Ludwig I. had the imposing memorial built in the 19th century. Not only the richly decorated interior with various marble slabs and reliefs is worth seeing, the exterior is also very impressive. After you have enjoyed the impressive view of the Danube and the surrounding area, continue cycling to Straubing. Straubing with its Celtic and Roman roots is famous for the Gäubodenvolksfest, whichis one of the biggest folk festivals in Bavaria and takes place annually in summer.
Day 6: Straubing - Deggendorf, approx. 40 km
Continue your tour to the small town of Bogen. If you like, visit the pilgrimage church of Virgin Mary at the Bogenberg. From here you can enjoy the view of the Danube. Afterwards continue via Pfelling and Mariaposching to Deggendorf. Deggendorf is known as the gateway to the Bavarian Forest. Explore the old town and see the old town hall with its gothic tower, which is a landmark of the city.
Day 7: Deggendorf - Passau, approx. 60 km
Today is your last cycling stage. Cycle from Deggendorf via Vilshofen to Passau. You might have heared Vilshofen in connection with the CSU Chairman Strauss and his Ash Wednesday speech. Continue to the city of Passau, which is known as the three-river city. Passau looks back on a long history. Go on a walk through the old city centre and explore the many winding streets. If you like, visit the St. Stephen's Cathedral, which is the city's landmark.
Day 8: Passau - Munich
In the morning catch the train to Munich, where you tour ends.