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title: "Tauernradweg - Organisierte Radreisen im SalzburgerLand | OÖ Touristik"
url: "https://www.radurlaub.com/en/cycle-tours/tauern.html"
description: Cycling holidays in Austria incl. luggage transfer and lodging. Bike Tour along rivers, lined by high alpine peaks. Visit Krimml Waterfalls and City of Salzburg.
date: 2013-12-04
modified: 2025-09-15
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- Tauern cycle path
- Krimml-Passau
- cycle holiday
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# Tauernradweg - Organisierte Radreisen im SalzburgerLand | OÖ Touristik
-  © SalzburgerLand, Andreas Meyer
Cycling holiday on the Tauern Cycle Path From Krimml via Salzburg to Passau
-  © SalzburgerLand, Andreas Meyer
Waterfalls, mountains & the city of Mozart Experience the Tauern Cycle Path first-hand
Cycling holidays along the Tauern Cycle Path
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[  © OberoesterreichTourismusEntdeckerviertelTomSon
early booking discount Krimml-Passau
Tauern Cycle Path 2027 - Classic Tour
8 days/7 nights, 40-65 km daily, gentle hilly, hotels at 4- and 3-star-level
from € 714,84
per person/stay
](https://www.radurlaub.com/en/cycle-tours/tauern/angebot/detail/1222/classic-tour.html "Tauernradweg 2027 - Klassiker")
[  © Tourismusverband Krimml
early booking discount from/to Salzburg
Tauern Cycle Path 2027 - Round tour
8 days/7 nights, 25-60 km daily, gently hilly, 4- und 3-star-category
from € 816,96
per person/stay
](https://www.radurlaub.com/en/cycle-tours/tauern/angebot/detail/4889/round-tour.html "Tauernradweg 2027 - Rundtour")
Centre cycling tours
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[  © Zell am See Kaprun Tourismus/Faistauer
early booking discount Lake Zeller See
Centre Cycling Tour Zell am See 2027 - Cat. A
6 days/5 nights, 30-60 km daily, partly hilly, 4-star-hotel Latini
from € 458,15
per person/stay
](https://www.radurlaub.com/en/cycle-tours/centre-cycling-tour/angebot/detail/4609/centre-cycling-tour-zell-am-see-a.html "Sternradtour 2027 - Zell am See A")
[  © Verbund
Lake Zeller See
Centre Cycling Tour Zell am See 2026 - Cat. B
6 days/5 nights, approx. 170 km, 16-57 km daily, partly hilly, 3-star-hotel Gasthof Schütthof
from € 398,05
per person/stay
](https://www.radurlaub.com/en/cycle-tours/centre-cycling-tour/angebot/detail/4611/centre-cycling-tour-zell-am-see-b.html "Sternradtour Zell am See 2027 - Kategorie B")
### An overview of your cycle tour along the Tauern Cycle Route
The **Tauern Cycle Path from Krimml to Salzburg and Passau** links the alpine landscape of the Hohe Tauern National Park with the Salzach Valley and the Bavarian-Austrian border region. Depending on the tour you choose, you can enjoy a one-way journey or a circular route through the Salzburg region.
- **Krimml Waterfalls & Hohe Tauern National Park:** The cycle tour begins at Austria’s highest waterfalls. From Krimml, the Tauern Cycle Route leads through the Oberpinzgau region, offering views of the three-thousand-metre peaks.
- **Mittersill, Kaprun & Zell am See:** Cycling along the River Salzach, you’ll pass through alpine villages and varied valley landscapes. Depending on the route, there’s a detour to Kaprun or to Lake Zell.
- **Salzburg – UNESCO World Heritage Site:** The city of Mozart, with its historic old town and Hohensalzburg Fortress, is a cultural highlight and, depending on the trip, either a stop-off point or the final destination.
- **Burghausen & Passau:** On longer tours, you’ll follow the Salzach and Inn rivers via the border town of Burghausen to Passau. The ‘City of Three Rivers’ marks the end of the cycle tour.
 ### Stages & Difficulty Level
The Tauern Cycle Path is mostly a moderate ride:
- mostly tarmac cycle paths and quiet side roads
- from Krimml, heading downstream for long stretches
- a few climbs and undulating sections
- Daily stages usually between 40 and 70 km, depending on the itinerary
- well suited to active leisure cyclists and e-bike riders
A good level of fitness is recommended. Circular routes and some route variations may include additional elevation gain.
 ### Best time of year to cycle the Tauern Cycle Route
The season for a **cycling trip along the Tauern Cycle Path** usually runs from **May to October**:
- **May–June:** the Krimml Waterfalls at their fullest and the Alpine valleys in bloom
- **July–August:** long days and opportunities for swimming in the lakes
- **September–October:** clear mountain views and tranquil autumn landscapes
For the higher-altitude starting point in Krimml, June to September are particularly pleasant.
### Duration
Depending on the route, a cycling tour along the Tauern Cycle Route usually takes between **6 and 8 days**.
### Hotels & Luggage Transport
You’ll stay in carefully selected hotels and guesthouses along the route. The organised **luggage transfer from hotel to hotel** ensures a relaxed ride: you’ll cycle with just a light day pack, whilst your suitcases are already on their way to the next hotel.
**No more printed bike book & handlebar bag**
**Together for a Good Cause:** We want to contribute to sustainability – and our guests can support us in this effort starting from the 2025 season. By opting out of the printed bike book and handlebar bag when booking a cycling, mountain biking, or hiking trip, guests can save valuable resources and receive a €10 discount per person in return. Our guests can decide whether the discount is deducted from the trip price or donated to a good sustainable cause.
We have chosen to donate to the organization World Bicycle Relief. World Bicycle Relief empowers people with bicycles, helping them overcome distances, gain independence, and improve their lives through their own efforts. You can find more information [here](https://worldbicyclerelief.org/).
Personal contact
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Team Cycle Tours [0043 (0)732 / 7277 - 222]() radwandern@touristik.at Mo-Fr 9 a.m. - 4.30 p.m 
**Frequently asked questions about cycling trips along the Tauern Cycle Path**
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### [ Where does the Tauern Cycle Path start and end? ](#ttg-faq-collapse10705)
The classic route starts at the **Krimml Waterfalls** in the Salzburg region and continues via Mittersill and Salzburg to Passau. Depending on the itinerary, the tour ends in Salzburg or is offered as a round trip.
### [ How long is the Tauern Cycle Path? ](#ttg-faq-collapse10706)
The route from Krimml to Passau is around **300 kilometres** long, depending on the route taken. The Tauern Cycle Route loop through the Salzach and Saalach valleys covers approximately 270 kilometres. Itineraries may vary depending on detours and alternative stages.
### [ How challenging is the Tauern Cycle Path, and how long are the daily stages? ](#ttg-faq-collapse10707)
The Tauern Cycle Route is mostly of moderate difficulty. Starting from the higher-altitude town of Krimml, the classic route often follows the river downstream, although there are a few climbs and hilly sections. A good level of fitness is recommended.
Depending on the tour, you will usually cycle between **40 and 70 kilometres a day**. You can find the exact stage lengths and elevation gain in the details of each tour.
### [ What are the places of interest along the Tauern Cycle Path? ](#ttg-faq-collapse10708)
Highlights include the **Krimml Waterfalls**, the Hohe Tauern National Park, Mittersill, Zell am See and the UNESCO-listed old town of Salzburg. The longer route also takes in Burghausen Castle and Passau, the ‘city of three rivers’.
### [ Is the Tauern Cycle Route suitable for e-bikes? ](#ttg-faq-collapse10709)
Yes, the Tauern Cycle Route is ideal for e-bikes. The electric assistance is particularly welcome on longer stretches and the occasional climb. You should book hire e-bikes when you book your trip.
### [ What is the difference between a one-way journey and a return journey? ](#ttg-faq-collapse10710)
On a one-way trip, you change accommodation and end up at a different destination, such as Salzburg or Passau. A round trip takes you back to your starting point via the Salzach and Saalach valleys.
### [ Is there a TV feature on the Tauern Cycle Route? ](#ttg-faq-collapse10711)
Yes. The travel magazine **\*Wunderschön\*** presents the route through the Salzburg region in its feature **\*‘On the Tauern Cycle Route’**\*. The feature showcases landscapes, towns and places of interest along the cycle route and offers an authentic taste of a cycling trip from the **Krimml Waterfalls via Zell am See to Salzburg**.
### [ Are the stages cycled independently or as part of a guided tour? ](#ttg-faq-collapse10712)
Our cycling tours along the Tauern Cycle Route are tailor-made. You set your own pace and decide when to take breaks. Detailed travel documents, maps and digital navigation will help you along the way.
[  ](https://www.radurlaub.com/en/service/faq.html) ### Do you have any questions about booking, the itinerary or payment?
Have a look at our general FAQs, where you’ll find answers to the most common queries about your trip.
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