Cycling day trip from Rajka to Bratislava

If you’re looking for a relaxed border-hopping ride, the route from Rajka in Hungary to Bratislava, Slovakia, promises a scenic and super pleasant journey! You’ll cover just under 24 km, almost entirely on smooth cycleways (about 80%), so it’s perfect for all levels of riders.

You’ll start in Rajka, a quiet Hungarian border village that’s been a crossroads for centuries. The route heads northwest, mostly following purpose-built bike paths alongside the Danube’s lush banks and through peaceful Slovakian countryside. There isn’t too much climbing, so you can just take it easy and enjoy the view. Keep your camera handy—there are stretches where the river and surrounding fields really open up.

You’ll glide right into the heart of Bratislava, Slovakia’s vibrant capital and the only national capital that borders two other countries. Bike parking is plentiful, and the charming streets of the Old Town await at your journey’s end.

Pack a snack, roll easy, and enjoy the unique thrill of cycling between countries in under 25 km!