Vienna to Bad Deusche Altenburg - 48kms


We took the cycle path along the Danube and out of Vienna. We cycled on the top of 15m broad and 10m tall stop banks which protected the land from flooding.
The path quickly led us inland, taking in wetlands, a large gas works and 
through hectares of market gardens interspersed with minor creeks and ponds. 


A windmill farm (in the distance) provided power for the growers,


and the creeks and ponds provided the water.

We continued for miles. 
Younger, fitter riders overtook us.
Eventually we caught up, feeling a surge of energy.

The trip from Vienna to Bad Deutsche Altenburg was fairly short- 48 kms. It took us away from the usual river scene, which was an interesting diversion. 

Bad Deusch Altenburg is a small village with narrow cobbled streets and old, neatly kept buildings decorated with colourful pots of flowers.

We arrived at our hotel soon after lunchtime and were welcomed by the hostess with a cheeky grin. 
Our energy was beginning to flag and we were ready for lunch. Dinner wasn't until 6.00pm - and not a cafe in sight!

Ah well! We bought a couple of takeaway coffees from a small supermarket (no takeaway food)!

Those bananas we saved from breakfast will come in very handy. 
Roll on dinner time!

 






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  1. Harry WhorwoodJune 12, 2023 at 10:33 PM

    Austrian tidiness in the town! I’m guessing that’s an important growing area, and at least they’re producing their own food.

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