Packing list for your next cycle tour
At Donau Touristik, everything revolves around our customers. Our ultimate goal: your carefree and perfectly organised cycle tour. With our packing list for travelling, nothing stands in the way of your relaxed day trip. Have fun packing and cycling.
Bicycle accessories
A good bike is one of the most important pieces of equipment for a successful cycle tour. With our modern and well-maintained hire bikes, you are perfectly equipped for your next cycle tour. Benefit from our "puncture-proof" tyres, a selection of comfort saddles & generous saddlebags.
Additional accessories if you are travelling with your own bike:
- Repair kit and spare inner tubes
- Bike pump
- multitool
- Careful maintenance before travelling
- Bike lock
- Bicycle lights (front and rear light)
- Saddlebags (can be purchased from Donau Touristik from € 15 plus shipping)
Clothing
To be prepared for all weather conditions, pack different layers of breathable clothing that can be easily combined with each other. Don't forget sun and rain protection and a change of clothes if necessary.
- Cycling helmet
- Sunglasses
- Scarf & headband
- Quick-drying functional shirts (short & long)
- Light jacket or jumper
- Cycling gloves
- Padded cycling shorts (short & long)
- Sports socks & sports shoes
- Swimsuit for breaks at lakes/rivers
- Rain jacket & trousers or cycling poncho
Catering
Enjoy the scenery during several breaks in between and fortify yourself with healthy snacks. Make sure you drink plenty of fluids and take magnesium to prevent muscle cramps.
- Drinking bottle
- Snacks such as muesli bars, fruit, nuts
- Magnesium
Hygiene and care
A small first-aid kit provides quick help for minor injuries and ailments when travelling.
- Small first-aid kit with disinfectant, (blister) plasters, ointment, insect repellent, tweezers or tick tweezers, ...
- Sunscreen
- Handkerchiefs
- Lip balm with UV protection
Documents and money
A little cash and your most important documents offer security and flexibility. Our service hotline is available seven days a week (from 8 a.m. to approx. 7 p.m.).
- Identity card or passport
- E-card, electronic health card
- Cash and credit cards
- Vaccination certificate (optional)
- Travel documents
Miscellaneous
With 5 litres per side, our water-repellent saddlebags offer plenty of storage space on the road. You can also purchase these from Donau Touristik from € 15 (plus postage). However, make sure you don't take too much "ballast" with you. This way you can enjoy the day's stages to the full. We will transport your luggage from hotel to hotel anyway.
- Power bank for mobile phone
- Travel guide
- Bike computer or GPS device (optional)
- Notepad and pen
- Fanny pack or small rucksack for sightseeing while travelling
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