Cycling Melk to Krems | Donau Guides

Durationabout 5 to 6 hours including breaks, half-day option available

Group sizeup to 25 people

LanguagesEnglish, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Meeting pointMelk Abbey, Dürnstein berth or Krems

Along the Danube cycle path between Melk and Krems, abbeys, ruins and wine villages follow one another like beads on a string. This tour accompanies you by bike along the river, explaining what you see as you ride.

Highlights

Flat Danube cycle path, suits most riders

Views of Melk Abbey, Schönbühel and Dürnstein

Around 40 kilometres between two heritage towns

Finish at the historic Steiner Tor

The route

Start at Melk Abbey

a view of the baroque monastery from the saddle.

Schönbühel

cycling past the castle perched on its rock above the Danube.

Aggsbach

a short break in a quiet riverside village.

Spitz

riding past the foot of the Tausendeimerberg vineyard hill.

Weißenkirchen

a stop in the fortified old town.

Dürnstein

a view of the ruin before continuing towards Krems.

Krems and Stein

the finish, at the historic Steiner Tor gate.

Included

Certified local guide

Tour in the language of your choice

Individual route and timing

Contact person around the clock

Not included

Entrance fees and tickets

Food, drinks and tastings

Travel allowance outside the guide's home town (min. €30)

Tour guide system (€3.75 per person)

Rental bikes

Who this tour suits

For reasonably experienced leisure cyclists and groups who want to explore the Wachau actively but without racing the clock.

Meeting point

Melk Abbey, Dürnstein berth or Krems

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Do you provide the bicycles for the tour?

No, the guide accompanies you on their own bike, you arrange your own hire bikes. We let you know the route distance in advance so you can choose the right bike.

Is the route manageable on an e-bike or for less experienced cyclists?

The Danube cycle path is mostly flat and well surfaced, so it also works well on an e-bike or at a relaxed pace. Tell us your fitness level in advance and we adjust pace and breaks.

What happens if it rains?

In case of persistent rain, we agree an alternative together, such as a shorter route or a different date. Light showers are usually no obstacle on a bike.

from

230 €

group rate, not per person