Suitable for all levels of cyclist, on all types of bike ; covers the first 1269km of the 2986km route ; visits Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest ; well waymarked. This guide describes the first half of a long-distance cycle route that follows the course of the Danube, Europe's second longest river. It covers the route from the river's source in southern Germany's Black Forest to the vibrant city of Budapest, passing through Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary and visiting dramatic gorges, hilltop castles, vineyards and medieval towns. The route's highlights include the great imperial cities of Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest, with their palaces, cathedrals, museums and galleries. A superb journey through central and eastern Europe ; downhill (nearly) all the way ; companion guide to Danube Cycleway Volume 2 : From Budapest to the Black Sea.
