from/to Salzburg Salzkammergut Cycle Path – Get to know Austria and the Austrians A
Short and easy daily stages combined with carefully selected comfort hotels make this cycling tour in the Salzkammergut perfect for leisure cyclists. Discover Austria’s most charming sights and cultural highlights, enjoy relaxing boat trips, take a refreshing swim in crystal-clear lakes, or simply unwind in hotels designed for your comfort. This cycling holiday in Austria offers the ideal mix of activity, culture, and relaxation – perfect for those who want to combine cycling with pure enjoyment.
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- 9 nights in 4- and 3-star hotels in the Salzkammergut region
- daily buffet breakfast
- luggage transfer from hotel to hotel from/to Salzburg (1 piece per person, max. 23 kg)
- ferry ride Abersee–St. Wolfgang incl. bike
- boat trip on the Lake Hallstätter See incl. bike
- Your personal cycle route in an individualised cycle book, as a digital application for computer and mobile phone, GPX data for your navigation device
- 1 high quality handlebar bag per room for a perfect transport of your travel documents and as a gift
- service hotline also at the weekend
- E-bike charging facility in all hotels
- Additional costs:
- All prices in our offer include VAT. Not included in our prices is the city tax (approx. Euro 1,00 to 4,00 per person/night) and is to be paid at the respective hotel.
Day 1 - Individual arrival in Salzburg
Welcome to the city of Mozart! After checking into your hotel, you will receive your travel documents for your cycling holiday in the Salzkammergut. Take a stroll through Salzburg's charming old town before your journey begins. Tip: Enjoy an evening fortress concert at Hohensalzburg Castle – a perfect cultural start to your holiday.
Hotel example: Hotel Mercure in SalzburgDay 2 - From Salzburg to Lake Mondsee, approx. 35 km
After collecting your bike (if you booked rental bikes), your cycling tour in Austria begins along the historic “Ischler Trasse.” Once a railway line connecting Salzburg and Bad Ischl, today it's a scenic cycle route. Ride past the impressive Drachenwand rock face until you reach the sparkling Lake Mondsee.
Example of hotel: Hotel Krone in MondseeDay 3 - From Lake Mondsee to Bad Ischl, approx. 35 km
Today you follow the Salzkammergut cycle path along Lake Mondsee and over Scharfling Pass, with panoramic views of Lake Wolfgangsee. A short descent takes you into St. Gilgen, Mozart's village. Cycling along the lakeshore, you pass Strobl before reaching the imperial town of Bad Ischl, once the summer residence of the Habsburg dynasty.
Example of hotel: Hotel Goldenes Schiff in Bad IschlDay 4 - Excursion to the Hallstatt-Dachstein UNESCO Region, approx. 45 km
A highlight of your cycling holiday in Upper Austria awaits. Cycle along the Traun River and Lake Hallstatt towards the Dachstein mountains. A short boat trip takes you to the world-famous village of Hallstatt, a UNESCO World Heritage site surrounded by breathtaking alpine scenery.
Example of hotel: Hotel Goldenes Schiff in Bad IschlDay 5 - From Bad Ischl to Lake Traunsee, approx. 30 km
Follow the gentle course of the Traun River until you reach Lake Traunsee, nestled in the Salzkammergut mountains. Tip: Take the cable car up to the Feuerkogel Plateau (1,600 m) for a spectacular panoramic view.
Example of hotel: Post am See in TraunkirchenDay 6 - From Lake Traunsee to Lake Attersee, approx. 45 km
The imposing Traunstein mountain towers above Lake Traunsee as you cycle past the ceramic town of Gmunden and the picturesque Schloss Ort. Through the idyllic Aurach Valley, you continue to the turquoise-blue Lake Attersee, the largest lake in Austria.
Example of hotel: Hotel Föttinger at Lake AtterseeDay 7 - From Lake Attersee to Lake Mondsee, approx. 30 km
Your route follows the lakeside to Unterach before passing through a narrow valley. Soon, the legendary Mondsee Lake unfolds before you. Along the northern shore, you reach the charming town of Mondsee, famous for prehistoric pile dwellings (UNESCO site) and delicious regional specialties.
Example of hotel: Hotel Krone at Lake MondseeDay 8 - From Lake Mondsee to Salzburger Lake District, approx. 45 km
Leisurely cycling through the Mondsee region takes you to the unspoiled Lake Irrsee and further into Salzburg's tranquil Lake District. Tip: Visit the Trumer Brewery and sample their traditional beer specialties.
Example of hotel: Hotel Seewirt in MattseeDay 9 - From Salzburger Lake District to Salzburg, approx. 40 km
The crystal-clear lakes of the Trumer region invite you for a refreshing swim before you continue your relaxed ride along the Salzkammergut cycle path back to Salzburg. Enjoy one last view of the magnificent mountain scenery.
Example of hotel: Hotel Mercure in SalzburgDay 10 - Individual departure or extra nights
After your unforgettable cycling holiday in the Salzkammergut, it's time to head home – or extend your stay in Salzburg to explore more of this cultural gem.
Hotel note: We make every effort to book the hotels mentioned by name. However, if one is not available, we will switch to an equivalent company.
Note for people with limited mobility
The cycle tour is not suitable for people with limited mobility. However, in specific cases it is possible to accommodate individual customer requests (e.g. barrier-free room).
Passport and visa requirements
To check in to your hotel you will need a valid passport or ID card.
For citizens of countries outside the Schengen area other regulations may apply. You are responsible for obtaining any visa you may require in good time.
Terms and Conditions of Payment:
The deposit of 10% of the tour price is due at the latest 14 days after receipt of the booking confirmation. The balance must be paid 14 days before arrival.
Cancellation Policy:
According to our General Terms and Conditions, the customer may withdraw from the contract at any time in writing. In the event of cancellation or non-commencement of travel, the following cancellation fees will become payable:
20% of the tour price up to 28 days before arrival date
30% of the tour price from 27th to 14th day before arrival date
50% of the tour price from 13th to 8th day before arrival date
70% of the tour price from 7th to 4th day before arrival date
90% of the tour price from 3rd day before arrival date to the day of arrival
If the customer makes changes of the date of travel up to 28 days before departure, we will charge a processing fee of € 50,00 per booking. After this date, the cancellation policy will apply. Such changes to a booking may only be made in individual cases and if possible; the customer has no right to any changes.
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Standard information
The combination of travel services offered to you is a package within the meaning of Directive (EU) 2015/2302.
This ensures that you will benefit from all EU rights applicable to packages. Company OÖ Touristik GmbH will be fully responsible for the proper performance of the package as a whole.
Additionally, as required by law, the company OÖ Touristik GmbH has protection in place to refund your payments and, where transport is included in the package, to ensure your repatriation in the event that it becomes insolvent.
More information on key rights under Directive (EU) 2015/2302 https://www.radurlaub.com/en/reisebedingungen.html.
Financial cover for customers
The tour operator OÖ Touristik GmbH, Freistädter Str. 119, 4041 Linz has completed a bankruptcy insurance with Raiffeisen Landesbank Oberösterreich AG, Europaplatz 1a, 4020 Linz. The liquidator is the Europäische Reiseversicherung AG, Kratochwjlestraße 4, 1220 Wien, Email: info@europaeische.at, 24-hour emergency number: +43 1 3172500.
Travelers have to contact the liquidator within 8 weeks if they are denied claims due to the insolvency of OÖ Touristik GmbH. Details on the business license of OÖ Touristik GmbH can be found on the website https://www.gisa.gv.at/abfrage under the GISA number 14930096.
Salzkammergut Cycle Path
Wolfgangsee, Traunsee, Attersee and Mondsee
A cycle tour in Austria offers the best way to discover the Salzkammergut. The cycle tours fill every day with unforgettable memories. The beauty of this unique landscape, with its mountains and lakes with drinking water quality, gives you strength and joie de vivre.
Length:
The Salzkammergut Cycle Trail stretches for approx. 345 km on a circular route starting from the city of Salzburg. The OÖ Touristik cycle tours cover parts or sections of the Salzkammergut Cycle Trail.
Route description:
The cycle tours are mainly on dedicated cycle paths and low-traffic side roads. For sections on main roads, a boat or train ride is an alternative. The route is mostly asphalted and ideal for touring bikes and trekking bikes.
The special feature of the Salzkammergut Cycle Trail is that it leads through three federal states, namely Upper Austria, Salzburg and Styria. Unlike classic cycle tours along rivers, the main route of the Salzkammergut Cycle Trail always has smaller and larger climbs to overcome. However, the differences in altitude are usually not very great. Some mountain stages can be avoided by changing to the train or boat (especially the section from Bad Goisern to Bad Aussee). The 345 km long Salzkammergut Cycle Trail is a circular cycle tour.
Difference in altitude:
A total of 1,850 m of altitude difference has to be mastered on this cycle tour in Austria.
Difficulty level:
With the inclusion of boat and train to avoid main roads and inclines, the Salzkammergut Cycle Trail is also suitable for families with children aged 10 and over. Individual secured and flat cycle tour sections along lakes (e.g. Wolfgangsee, Hallstätter See) and rivers (e.g. the Traun between Bad Ischl and Bad Goisern) are also suitable for young cyclists.
From the Traunsee to the Attersee there are a few small climbs to overcome. The “mountain stage on the Salzkammergut cycle path” from Hallstatt/Obertraun to Bad Aussee or vice versa is best overcome by changing to the train. Shortcuts” by boat can be taken on Lake Traunsee, Lake Attersee and Lake Hallstatt.
Signposting:
The signposting is organized by the provinces of Salzburg, Upper Austria and Styria. The “Salzkammergutradweg” is signposted in Salzburg and Styria. (Source: Esterbauer Verlag). For the Upper Austrian section, around 185 km, uniform signposting (R2) as the “Salzkammergutweg” was realized in 2004.ergutradweg“.
Highlights on Salzkammergut Cycle Path
Salzburg: The city of Mozart offers a wealth of sights: the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Salzburg's Old Town with the Hohensalzburg Fortress, the Getreidegasse, Mozart's birthplace and much more. Culturally and above all musically, the city is world-famous for the Salzburg Festival. This takes place every year from mid-July to the end of August.
St. Wolfgang: This town on the shores of Lake Wolfgang is famous for the musical comedy “Im weißen Rössl am Wolfgangsee”. The Schafbergbahn cable car climbs the 1,782 m high Schafberg from the town center.
Bad Ischl: The former summer residence of the Habsburgs still exudes imperial flair in the 21st century. A visit to the imperial villa - as well as a stop at the k.u.k. Zauner coffee house - is a must.
Hallstatt: The town lies directly on the shores of Lake Hallstatt. Over 3,000 years ago, salt was mined from the salt mountain behind it and sold in all directions. The show mine is a popular excursion destination in the region..
UNESCO World Heritage region of Hallstatt-Dachstein: The Five Fingers platform on the Krippenstein offers the best view of the entire region. The cable car covers the 2,108 vertical meters in 2 stages. At the middle station, you can also visit the unique Dachstein Ice Caves and the Mammut Cave with its stalactite columns.
Gmunden: The town is picturesquely situated at the northern end of Lake Traunsee. It is a regular filming location for television reports and the setting for TV series. One of the most famous buildings is the Seeschloss Ort. The green and white Gmunden porcelain is also known far beyond the borders.
Salzkammergut world of lakes: A plus for cyclists on the Salzkammergut Cycle Path are the numerous large and small bathing lakes with drinking water quality and bathing centers, which invite you to relax and loosen your muscles. Dive into Attersee, Mondsee, Fuschlsee and all other lakes not mentioned by name.
Arrival & Parking
Place of arrival:
Salzburg
Parking possibilities:
We recommend parking your car at the Linzer Gasse Garage (access Glockengasse, approx. a 4 minutes’ walk to the centre)
Rates approx. € 90,00/week. Every further day costs approx. € 30,-.
For any further information please call: Tel: +43-(0)662-878444.
Travelling by train
For the sake of the environment, we recommend travelling by train.
Travelling py plane
If you are planning your journey by plane, we recommend planning via skycanner.at
Important information on flight and train ticket bookings
When booking train or flight tickets via the links above, you CANNOT make use of the rights applicable to package holidays under Directive (EU) 2015/2302. OÖ. Touristik GmbH is therefore not responsible for the proper provision of these travel services. In the event of problems, please contact the respective service provider. However, if a train or flight ticket is booked within 24 hours of confirmation of the cycle tour, these travel services become part of the associated travel services. In this case, OÖ. Touristik GmbH has the security required by EU law for the reimbursement of your payments to OÖ. Touristik GmbH for services that were not provided due to the insolvency of OÖ. Touristik GmbH's insolvency. Please note that this will not result in a refund in the event of insolvency of the service provider concerned. Further information on insolvency protection www.justiz.gv.at/pauschalreisegesetz.
Arrival: 25.04.2026 - 10.10.2026
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Arrival: 25.04.2026 - 10.10.2026
Saving tips
Ladies trekking bike 21-speed
- Model: KTM touring bike
- Frame: Aluminium ladies' frame
- Gear change: 21-speed derailleur with freewheel, Shimano Altus
- Brakes: 2 rim brakes, Shimano V-Brakes
- wheel/tyre: 28 inch hollow chamber rim/robust tyres, Schwalbe Marathon
- Saddle: high-quality gel saddle, Selle Royal
€ 99,00 per person and stay
Men's trekking bike 21-speed
- Model: KTM touring bike
- Frame: Aluminium men's frame
- Gear change: 21-speed derailleur with freewheel, Shimano Altus
- Brakes: 2 rim brakes, Shimano V-Brakes
- wheel/tyre: 28 inch hollow chamber rim/robust tyres, Schwalbe Marathon
- Saddle: high-quality gel saddle, Selle Royal
€ 99,00 per person and stay
Unisex-E-Bike
- Model: KTM Macina Fun
- Frame: Aluminum unisex
- Motor: Bosch Performance
- Battery: 500 Wh
- Gearshift: 9-speed derailleur Shimano Altus
- Brakes: 2 disc brakes, Shimano
- Wheel/tire: 28 inch hollow rim/rugged tires, Schwalbe Marathon
- Saddle: high-quality gel saddle, Selle Royal
€ 229,00 per person and stay
Men's e-bike
- Model: KTM Macina Fun 9 P5
- Frame: Aluminium men's frame
- Engine: Bosch Performance
- Battery: 500 Wh
- Saddle: high-quality gel saddle
- only bookable from a height of 175 cm
€ 229,00 per person and stay
Saddlebags
- 1 bag per room
- included in the rental bike price
- double-sided
- 10 litres each