The Most Spectacular Places to Cycle in Austria
From serene and scenic lakeside trails to epic rocky climbs, Austria is a fantastic destination for both amateur cyclists and experienced mountain bikers. Here are some of the best and most beautiful places to cycle.
1. Lake Hallstättersee
It’s easy to pick up a bike at Lake Hallstättersee, with numerous rental shops dotted around. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a breathtaking landscape featuring glittering water surrounded by sweeping lush hills. One of the most popular trails used by cyclists is the ‘East Bank Trail’, taking you from the picturesque town of Hallstatt and round the lake and back.
2. The Mühlviertel Bike Path
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3. Salzkammergut
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4. Jepzasattel
Another demanding circuit, this trail takes you high up into the mountains, with an almost constant uphill climb until you reach the peak of Annahütte. The landscape is a beautifully sweeping and diverse, with brooks, jagged mountains and leafy green forests; and the pulse-racing nature of the track means that you won’t feel guilty for any second servings of Strudel at the end.
5. Wachau
Cycling around Wachau is generally more of a relaxed experience than many of the aforementioned locations. The best way to get the most out of the picturesque town is by cycling along the Danube Path – a stretch that runs 365km all in all. Take a tour around this World Heritage-listed valley with its castles, abbeys, and vineyards, and enjoy the quaint beauty of this mystical part of Austria at your leisure.
6. Lake Traunsee
The beautiful Lake Traunsee is located in the Salzkammergut region of Austria in Upper Austria. One of the best and most popular routes begins at Ebensee and offers incredible panoramic views of the lake and mountainous landscapes. There are countless rental shops to be found around the town, offering both mountain bikes and E-bikes.
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