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Cherry blossomPhoto: Angela Göschl, Burgenland Tourismus - Erlebnisregion Neusiedler See
Enjoy along the Cherry Blossom Cycle Route (B12) a magnificent panoramic view over Lake Neusiedl, far into the Hungarian plains, and the sight of thousands of cherry trees!
Enjoy a magnificent panoramic view over Lake Neusiedl, far into the Hungarian plain. The route leads through picturesque villages with cellar lanes, past vineyards, pasture meadows and thousands of cherry trees – which depending on the weather transform the region into a sea of blossoms from early to mid-April. At the same time as the cherry trees bloom - which also give this region its name - yellow Adonis flowers, dark purple pasque flowers, pink and white delphiniums, purple grape hyacinths as well as yellow and purple dwarf irises appear and turn the dry grasslands on the southern slopes of the Leitha Mountains into a colorful sea of flowers. For Pannonian conditions, this route is somewhat more demanding with short, steep sections. Numerous display boards provide information about cultural and scenic highlights.
Cherry splendor as far as the eye can see! At the foot of the Leitha Mountains, thousands of cherry trees bear their ripe fruits in June. High season for cherry lovers and foodies who don’t want to miss out on the tempting red cherries. A stop in one of the 5 cherry variety gardens is recommended. Over 40 different, refined products from the small red fruits are offered for sale in gourmet shops and guesthouses.
We recommend culinary stops to pleasure cyclists at the many inns and wine taverns in the region, which offer regional, delicious dishes and exquisite Leithaberg wines depending on the season. On the menus of the region’s gastronomy businesses, alongside traditional sweet dishes such as cherry cake, cherry pancakes or cherry strudel, you can also find innovative creations such as cherries in prosciutto packets, sheep’s cheese on cherry-strawberry-tomato ragout or duck breast with cherry-thyme vinaigrette. And if you prefer to create your own cherry delicacy, richly filled cherry baskets are offered for sale on street corners.
In autumn, when the grapes ripen, you can observe the activity of the vintners. Guided wine tours and tastings are then on the program of events in the World Heritage Nature Park Neusiedler See – Leithagebirge.
Author’s recommendation
- With the Burgenland Card: Unlimited vacation enjoyment & offers as far as the eye can see!
All info at: Burgenland Card
- Cherry experience tours
The magic of the cherry begins in April with the cherry blossom, from June you will be culinarily spoiled with fresh fruits. Culinary delights are not only a big topic during the cherry harvest; cherry specialties like single-variety fruit spreads, cherry juice, sparkling cherry drinks and much more are available all year round. Therefore, the cherry experience tour is also worth a visit in autumn when the Leitha Mountains turn colorful. We combine entertainment, conviviality, and nature experience. You will hear exciting stories about the Leitha mountain noble cherries during a walk and learn about the cultivation methods as well as the production of cherry products. At the end, we "taste" the variety of sorts, eat cherry strudel, and drink sparkling cherry juice.
Inquire and register now at:
Cherries – Genussquelle Strohmayer
T: +43 664 50 61 459
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Safety information
Since many cycle paths are agricultural access roads, agricultural traffic should be expected there. Mutual consideration ensures that these paths remain pleasant to use for everyone.
AUSTRIA
There is a bicycle helmet requirement for children up to 12 years old. Reflective vests are not mandatory at dusk, darkness or in poor visibility, but certainly advantageous. Here is the Austrian bicycle regulation.
Tips and suggestions
The Burgenland App also provides information on the go about tours, route progress and altitude meters.
Are you looking for a ready-made package for your active vacation? You will find it here: Package offers at Lake Neusiedl
Roadbook
The Cherry Blossom Cycle Route (B12) is continuously paved.
You can start in any town along the route, as it is a circular route! However, be sure to pay attention to the wind conditions, as cycling even against a gentle breeze can become tiring over time. So whether you cycle clockwise or counterclockwise, it is best to decide according to the current wind direction.
Sights & important points along the route:
Jois
* Ox Fountain & Witch Fountain
* Natural swimming pool with the "Seejungfrau" restaurant right by the water
Winden am See
* Bertoni Open-Air Museum
* Historic cellar quarter
* Gypsy Caves & Bear Cave
Breitenbrunn am Neusiedler See
* Natural lake swimming pool
* Tower museum
* Ferry connection to Podersdorf am See and (Neusiedl am See only from the end of July to the end of August)
Purbach am Neusiedler See
* World Heritage Nature Park Neusiedler See-Leithagebirge
* Solar warm bath with water slide and wild water channel
* Fortification wall with 3 Turkish gates
* Historic cellar lane
Donnerskirchen
* Sonnenwald Bath with adventure slide
* Burgenland Academy of Enjoyment – courses with a culinary focus
* Llama hikes
* Wulka Safari
"Ochsenbrunnen"
Outdoor Museum "Wander Bertoni"
Tower Museum
Rastplatz & Spielplatz Zentrum Breitenbrunn
Kinderspielplatz Am Anger
Historic cellar district
Naturschutzgebiet Thenau & Rastplatz
Rastplatz Breitenbrunn
Rastplatz Purbach 8
Rastplatz Purbach 7
Rastplatz Purbach "4"
Rastplatz Purbach
"Wehrmauer mit drei Türkentoren"
historical cellar alley
Rastplatz zwischen Donnerskirchen & Purbach
Rastplatz Donnerskirchen "4"
Rastplatz Donnerskirchen 5
Rastplatz Donnerskirchen Skulptur
Rastplatz Donnerskirchen
Trinkbrunnen - Bahnstraße 108
Rastplatz Donnerskirchen "2"
Rastplatz Purbach 3
Trinkbrunnen - vis a vis Türkenhain, bei Brunnen WLV
Rastplatz Purbach "2"
Rastplatz Purbach "5"
Trinkbrunnen - B10 Radweg Purbach Richtung Breitenbrunn, Rastplatz Tiefbehälter WLV
Radrastplatz am Rosenberg
Radrastplatz Breitenbrunn Seestraße
Trinkbrunnen - B10 Radweg nach Feldgasse 19
Rastplatz Winden
Hexenbründl
Public transport
Arrival by train:
Lake Neusiedl is easily and comfortably accessible by train. Whether you come from Switzerland, Germany, western or southern Austria: you can change trains comfortably at Vienna Central Station. The regional trains of ÖBB take you in just under 40 minutes to Neusiedl am See station, where coordinated bus and train connections to Jois, Winden, Breitenbrunn, Purbach and Donnerskirchen are also offered. Bicycle transport is possible on most trains: on the Railjet and in EC/IC as well as in Nightjets a reservation for your bike is absolutely necessary. On regional trains, your bike will be taken without reservation subject to availability of bicycle spaces.
Timetable info: www.oebb.at
This route can be shortened in any of the 5 towns or you can simply take the train to the starting point.
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Directions
Find details about arrival here: Calculate route
Parking
If you arrive by car and want to park in one of the towns, please contact the respective tourist office.
Coordinates
Author’s map recommendations
At every tourist office, you will receive the cycling map "Cycling Experience Lake Neusiedl" with all cycle paths in the region.
Equipment
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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