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Level 1, this path through the Danube valley goes gently downhill the whole way, and usually has a helpful tailwin.

Day 1: Linz

Individual arrival. Explore the spirited city on your own: How about a ride on the Linz City Express (not included) or a visit to one of the beer gardens and/or wine taverns? Linz is a city of contrasting parallels full of traditional Austrian heritage and vibrant Contemporary Arts and is the European Culture Capital of 2009. Enjoy!

Day 2: Linz – Grein/Bad Kreuzen, approx. 60 km

Passing through the beautiful Mostviertel, you cycle on to Grein. Shortly before reaching Grein, the Danube valley narrows as you cycle through the fascinating landscape of the Strudengau. In the small Baroque village of Grein is the oldest city theatre in Austria as well as a great Maritime Museum and a castle, which are all awaiting your arrival.

Day 3: Grein/Bad Kreuzen – Region Melk, approx. 51 km

You will cycle through the impressive landscapes of the wild Strudengau and the Nibelungengau continuing on to the remarkable Wachau (UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Region).

Day 4: Region Melk – Vienna, approx. 40 km

Follow the Danube through the gorgeous landscapes of the Wachau on your way to the 1000-year-old winery city of Krems. Observe and enjoy the exceptional Gothic architecture. From here, sit back and relax by taking a comfortable train ride to the Danube metropolis, Austrian capital and city of the Waltz, Vienna.

Day 5: Vienna

Included train ride back to Linz or extended stay in Vienna.

We highly recommend to visit an unforgettable Waltz- and Operetta-Concert

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