I see you went long distances along the Danube, how was it in terms of cycling infrastructure?
The EU also pours money into bicycle touring: They design and promote the Euro Velo routes (signposts). I believe they run a few campsites.
But there are other reasons why the Danube is the most popular bicycle touring route in the world: It's flat and it passes through many cities of great historical significance.
I also like to stop and chat to other cyclists when I see them and that occurs frequently on the Danube route.