Best moderate trails in Passau

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...

The Via Nova European Pilgrims' Way is over 1000 kilometres long and leads through Austria, the Czech Republic and Germany. This section starts in Germany and ends in Austria. The trail was opened in 2005 and serves as a way for people to set out on a journey close to home. For more information see https://www.pilgerweg-vianova.eu/