MERIDIEM TRAIL The Long-Distance Bicycle Route from Vienna to Villach A cyclist looking out over a hilly landscape at sunset

A cycling tour through 3 countries and 12 regions

The Meridiem Trail is a 600-kilometer long-distance bike route from Vienna to Villach. The route passes through twelve regions in Austria, Hungary, and Slovenia—always heading toward the sun. Historic cities, wine regions, and landscapes featuring lakes and mountains make the Meridiem Trail a diverse cycling journey through three countries.
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The Meridiem Trail in the Media

Route Overview

Meridiem Trail (orange) | Ciclovia Alpe Adria & Danube Cycle Route (gray)

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WHAT CYCLISTS SAY

Neil McGougan
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5/5
I had cycled from Basel to Budapest. The Danube was getting a little tedious, so I took the train to Bratislava and joined the Meridiem Trail, which was much more interesting as it wound through vineyards and back roads, and I ate cherries along the way....
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1 week ago
Franz
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5/5
We only completed the first three stages. But we started in Mariazell and rode to Vienna via the Traisental Bike Path and the Danube Bike Path. The only—but very significant—drawback was the lodging in Donnersk...
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1 week ago
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Accommodation

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Countless great places to stay await you along the Meridiem Trail.

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Cuisine

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Culinary diversity: There's something for everyone here!

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Transport

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The long-distance cycling adventure from Vienna to Villach!