Experience a real cycling journey on the EuroVelo 6 – Danube Cycle Route with Cycling Horizon. This route takes you from Linz to Abwinden-Asten in Austria, following the Danube Valley through a peaceful riverside landscape.
The video shows the route from the rider’s perspective, including real road conditions, cycling paths, scenery, and the atmosphere of the ride. Perfect for cyclists planning their own Danube cycling adventure or anyone looking for a realistic virtual cycling experience.
This easy route covers 16.33 km with only 28 m of elevation gain, making it suitable for relaxed rides, indoor cycling sessions, recovery workouts, or exploring Austria’s famous Danube cycle paths.
Download the GPX track, explore the interactive map, and follow this section of the EuroVelo 6 route from Linz to Abwinden-Asten with Cycling Horizon.
Cycling the Danube from Linz to Abwinden-Asten
The Linz → Abwinden-Asten cycling route is a short and scenic section of the EuroVelo 6 – Danube Cycle Route in Austria. Starting in the historic city of Linz and following the Danube eastwards, this route offers a relaxed cycling experience through the beautiful Danube Valley.
With 16.33 km of distance and only 28 metres of elevation gain, this route is classified as Easy according to the Cycling Horizon difficulty system. The gentle terrain, smooth asphalt surface, and mostly comfortable cycling paths make it suitable for recreational cyclists, families, beginners, and riders looking for an enjoyable short ride along one of Europe’s most famous cycling routes.
This section is part of the larger Passau → Vienna cycling journey, following the Danube through Germany and Austria. While this individual stage is short, it represents an important connection within the wider EuroVelo 6 adventure.
Cycling along the Danube from Linz
The route begins in Linz, one of Austria’s most important cities located directly on the Danube River. As you leave the urban surroundings behind, the character of the ride quickly changes into a calmer riverside cycling experience.
The Danube remains the main companion throughout the route. Cyclists can enjoy views of the river, green landscapes, and well-maintained cycling paths that make this part of Austria especially enjoyable for bike touring.
The Linz → Abwinden-Asten stage is not about difficult climbs or extreme distances. Instead, it offers the opportunity to slow down, enjoy the scenery, and experience the atmosphere of travelling through Austria by bike.
For cyclists completing the full EuroVelo 6 route, this section provides a smooth transition between the city environment of Linz and the more rural landscapes further east along the Danube.
EuroVelo 6 – Danube Cycle Route Experience
EuroVelo 6 is one of Europe’s most famous long-distance cycling routes, connecting different countries and cultures along major European rivers. The Danube section is particularly popular because of its accessibility, beautiful landscapes, and excellent cycling infrastructure.
The Linz → Abwinden-Asten route shows exactly why the Danube Cycle Route attracts cyclists from around the world. Even a shorter stage provides a complete cycling experience: a clear route, beautiful surroundings, comfortable riding conditions, and the feeling of moving through Europe by bicycle.
Whether you are planning a multi-day Danube cycling tour or simply looking for a shorter scenic ride, this section is a great addition to your cycling plans.
Real cycling video and GPX route
Cycling Horizon recorded this route as a complete real-world cycling video from the rider’s perspective. The video shows the actual conditions of the route, including the cycling paths, surfaces, surroundings, and atmosphere experienced during the ride.
The purpose of Cycling Horizon is to help cyclists explore routes before riding them themselves. Instead of only presenting highlights, the videos provide an authentic view of the complete journey.
The GPX file is available for download so cyclists can follow the same route using their cycling computer, GPS device, or navigation application. Together with the interactive map and route statistics, the GPX track provides all the information needed to plan this cycling adventure.
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The Linz → Abwinden-Asten route is a perfect example of a relaxed EuroVelo 6 cycling experience in Austria. It combines the beauty of the Danube River with easy riding conditions and the opportunity to discover another section of this legendary European cycling route.
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