Description
The landscape and the journey
Mike Wells follows the Danube from its Black Forest source region to Budapest, linking gorges, vineyards and towns with Vienna and Bratislava. This first volume introduces a varied central European cycling holiday with numerous options for shorter sections.
Routes and itinerary options
The approximately 1261 kilometres are described in 29 stages through Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary. Mostly relatively flat and well waymarked, the route can be adapted to two- or three-week schedules or shorter trips. Wachau and riverside cities provide natural stops and rest days.
Maps and practical planning
1:150,000 maps and Cicerone GPX files accompany accommodation, camping, food and facilities information. Bike, luggage and cross-border travel advice supports independent touring. Budapest to the Black Sea is covered in a separate volume, not included here. Use the route information to compare stages, plan your stops and check practical arrangements before departure.
Choosing the right trip
The generally gentle terrain suits newer and experienced touring cyclists, but luggage, daily distance, weather and local conditions determine the effort required. Choose an itinerary that fits your experience and available time, allowing flexibility for weather and local conditions.
About this edition
English-language guidebook by Mike Wells. Second edition, published in 2025. 264 pages. ISBN 9781786312204.
