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We rate this tour as a 3 / 5. Cyclists will need to be able to cover between 40 and 70 kilometres per day, and there is one longer ascent throughout the tour.
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Experience Beautiful Salzburg on the Salzburg and the Ten Lakes Cycling Tour
Take in the natural beauty of Austria’s many pristine mountains and waterways
The Salzburg and the Ten Lakes Cycling Tour is an incredible adventure that highlights all of the natural and cultural beauty that Austria has to offer. The culture, history, and unique landscapes characterized by lakes and mountains are just some of the features that make Salzburg a destination that should not be missed.
The region can be explored wonderfully by bike, as you can enjoy the magnificent panoramas to the fullest, travelling from lake to lake in no time and see many historical and cultural landmarks along the route. If you have ever wanted to experience the stunning beauty of the Austrian countryside, then the Salzburg and the Ten Lakes Cycling Tour is one of the absolute best ways to do it!
The Salzburg and the Ten Lakes Cycling Tour is an incredible adventure that highlights all of the natural and cultural beauty that Austria has to offer. The culture, history, and unique landscapes characterized by lakes and mountains are just some of the features that make Salzburg a destination that should not be missed.
The region can be explored wonderfully by bike, as you can enjoy the magnificent panoramas to the fullest, travelling from lake to lake in no time and see many historical and cultural landmarks along the route. If you have ever wanted to experience the stunning beauty of the Austrian countryside, then the Salzburg and the Ten Lakes Cycling Tour is one of the absolute best ways to do it!
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Salzburg and the Ten Lakes Cycling Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Salzburg
After arriving in Salzburg, you will meet up for information on the tour and a bike fitting. Afterward, you will have the opportunity to explore Salzburg, before settling in for the night ahead of a big day of cycling.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Salzburg
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Cycle to the Trumer Seen Lakes and Wallersee
Today, you will cycle along the Salzach to Oberndorf (birthplace of the Christmas carol “Silent Night”), Arnsdorf (the “Silent Night” Museum), Michaelbeuern (abbey), and further on into the Trumer Seen lakes country (Lake Obertrumer See, Lake Mattsee, Lake Grabensee) and partly also to Lake Wallersee. A shorter, direct version is also possible, but if you can handle the ride it is very scenic!
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Mattsee
Distance: 50-60 km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Travel to Irrsee and Mondsee
On the third day, the tour will take you through the nature reserve of the Egelseen Lakes to Schleedorf, which has a working village and cheese-maker. Later, you will continue to the idyllic Lake Irrsee. Overnight stay in Mondsee.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Mondsee
Distance: 50 km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Bike through the Aurachtal Valley to Traunsee
The day begins with either a boat trip to Weyregg (if your trip is in July or August) or a cycling trip along Lake Attersee. Afterwards, you will cycle through the Aurachtal Valley to Lake Traunsee with Gmunden (castle Orth, ceramics factory), Altmünster (bicycle museum), and Traunkirchen (“Fishermen’s Pulpit”) as highlights. Overnight in Altmunster.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Altmunster
Distance: 50-80 km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Travel to St Gilgen
From Bad Ischl (Emperor’s Park, Emperor’s Villa, Empress Sissi’s Teahouse) you will cycle along the Ischler Ache river to Lake Wolfgangsee. Along the way, you will come through places such as St. Wolfgang (White Horse Inn, parish church, cog railway on to the Schafberg), Strobl, Lake Abersee (Zinkenbachklamm gorge) and St. Gilgen – the Mozart village on Lake Wolfgangsee.
Overnight Location: Hotel in St Gilgen
Distance: 45-50 km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Return to Salzburg
On the seventh day of the tour, you will follow the cycle route through St. Gilgen and on to the deep blue Fuschlsee. From there, you will pass by the Hintersee and the Strubklamm Gorge, making your way into the Wiestal Valley. You will pass through the Glasenbachklamm and into the Salzachtal valley, before making the approach to Salzburg.
Shortly before reaching Salzburg, it is worth visiting the castle Schloss Hellbrunn, which has a park, zoo, and water games if you are so inclined. Your destination is the festival and Mozart city of Salzburg with its numerous attractions, such as the fortress and historic old town.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Salzburg
Distance: 40-70 km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 Departure Day
After enjoying one last breakfast, you will pack up your things for an individual departure and say ‘auf wiedersehen’ to Salzburg.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
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2024 Departures: The departures are available daily, from April 13th to October 5th, 2024.
- Single room: from EUR1018*
- Sharing a double room: from EUR829*
Accommodation on the Salzburg and the Ten Lakes Cycling Tour
This tour is based in hotels and guesthouses. Accommodations on this trip are of a 3-star standard, and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. Rooms may have fireplaces or access to amenities such as hot tubs, steam rooms, or private decks to lounge on.
There is an option to upgrade the level of accommodations on this tour for an additional fee.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplemental fee to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
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The Salzburg and the Ten Lakes Cycling Tour is an incredible adventure that highlights all of the natural and cultural beauty that Austria has to offer. The culture, history, and unique landscapes characterized by lakes and mountains are just some of the features that make Salzburg a destination that should not be missed.
The region can be explored wonderfully by bike, as you can enjoy the magnificent panoramas to the fullest, travelling from lake to lake in no time and see many historical and cultural landmarks along the route. If you have ever wanted to experience the stunning beauty of the Austrian countryside, then the Salzburg and the Ten Lakes Cycling Tour is one of the absolute best ways to do it!
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