Best forest trails in Passau

1st stage of the northern route of the Austrian Danube Cycle Path. At the start of the Danube Cycle Path, the decision is whether to take the northern or southern route. This stage leads from the city of Passau to Schlögen. Before setting off on the bike, it is worth exploring Passau. Worth seeing are the old town, the Residenz, and St Stephen's Cathedral. Finally, the route leaves the city, and soon, the sunny southern slopes of the Donauleiten nature reserve will impress. Local flora and...

First stage of the long-distance cycle route along the Danube in Austria. The first stage combines beautiful landscapes along the Danube with some great cultural and historical highlights. DREI_FLÜSSE_STADT Passau at the confluence of the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers is the starting point of the first stage of the Danube Cycle Route through Upper Austria. Passau, also known as the "Bavarian Venice", has some great sights to explore. Of particular interest is the baroque old town, the...

This history-rich and riverside circular route leads through the "City of Three Rivers," Passau. The path explores the area around Veste Niederhaus, prominently situated at the confluence of the Danube and Ilz rivers, following a diverse mixture of paved riverside promenades, historic cobblestone streets, and shaded paths along the Danube crossings. A central highlight is the view of the "Dreiflüsseeck," where the green water of the Inn, the blue of the Danube, and the black of the Ilz merge,...

Stage 8 of the "Donauradweg" long-distance cycle path from Bavaria to Austria. This stage leaves Germany and leads to Austria. It goes gently uphill and downhill but overall without a significant incline. There are always nice rest stops to take breaks that offer hearty food. There are also numerous accommodation options, including some campsites, so the stage can be shortened if necessary. Arrived in historic Linz, one can discover the local sights such as the Pöstlingberg and the Lentos...

This varied route leads south of Passau's historic city centre along the River Inn and through the foothills of the Neuburg Forest. It starts at the car park on the Inn uphill into the forest. A key highlight is the Ingling hydroelectric power station, which marks the border between Germany and Austria and offers an impressive view of the dammed Inn.

Varied route in Bavaria. This beautiful trail starts at the Kainzenhof town park and leads from there to the hydroelectric power station, where the Inn is crossed. On the other side, it runs along the green banks of the river to the old fortifications and, after a wide turn, over the Marienbrücke bridge back to the starting point. There are many beautiful viewpoints along the way from which you can marvel at Passau's imposing and historically interesting architecture. Accessible by bus and...

Beautiful circular route near Passau, Bavaria/Upper Austria (DEU/AUT). A varied and somewhat challenging hike with marvellous views of the Neuburg Forest. From "Passau-Rosenau" railway station, the route leads through forests and across meadows to Fraunhof, with some wonderful views over the Neuburg Forest. The metre rule museum in Fraunhof 3 is also worth a visit. The route then continues on barely used goods roads up to Fronberg. The hiking trail leads to the observation tower (opening...