The ferry crosses the Danube - apart from the fact that it is convenient and saves the trip to the next (far away) bridge, the ferry trips across the Danube are a great experience every time.

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DakenH

November 9, 2025

Cycling

The ferry operates between Kasten in Austria and Obernzell in Germany across the Danube and also carries bicycles. It's a popular part of the Danube Cycle Path and is ideal for cycling tours along the border.

The crossing is short but very scenic: it offers beautiful views of the Danube and connects two attractive cycling routes. Cyclists should arrive at the landing a few minutes before departure – boarding is straightforward, and the crossing is a memorable moment on any cycling tour along the Danube.

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Christoph Schindler

August 12, 2019

Road cycling

From this point you should definitely cycle above the Danube on the Danube

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Elevation 340 m

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Location: Esternberg, Schärding, Upper Austria, Austria

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1. Jochenstein Lock – View of Passau from the River Inn loop from Schloss Rannariedl

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