Salzburg & Bavaria

Day 1: Arrival in Salzburg 
Day 2: Salzburg – Chiemsee, 40–47 mi. (65–75 km)
Day 3: Chiemsee – Wasserburg, 31–40 mi. (50–65 km)
Day 4: Wasserburg – Kufstein, 40 mi. (65 km)
Day 5: Kufstein – St. Johann in Tirol, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 6: St. Johann in Tirol – Bad Reichenhall / Bayerisch Gmain, 34 mi. (55 km)
Day 7: Bad Reichenhall / Bayerisch Gmain – Salzburg, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 8: Departure from Salzburg

Distances are approximate. The itinerary is subject to change due to weather, provisions by local authorities, or unforeseen events. Temporary deviations may occur due to roadwork or other factors. Follow local directions in such cases.

*It is also possible to begin this tour in Wasserburg! Starting in Wasserburg, you will have an overnight stay at the beginning and the end in Wasserburg and only one overnight stay in Salzburg.

Day 1: Arrival in Salzburg
Arrive individually in the UNESCO World Heritage city of Salzburg. Framed by baroque architecture and alpine scenery, the city is crowned by the mighty Hohensalzburg Fortress, visible from nearly every corner of the Old Town. Take time to wander through historic streets, elegant squares, and charming cafés.

Sample accommodation: Villa Ceconi

Day 2: Salzburg – Chiemsee, 40–47 mi. (65–75 km)
Leave Salzburg following the Salzach River toward Oberndorf, home of the world-famous Silent Night Chapel. With the Alps as your constant backdrop, cycle through peaceful countryside toward Lake Waging and on to the Chiemsee region. Rolling landscapes and open views accompany you throughout this scenic first ride.

Sample accommodation: Goriwirt (Chieming)

Day 3: Chiemsee – Wasserburg, 31–40 mi. (50–65 km)
Cycle along the shores of Lake Chiemsee, Bavaria’s largest lake. In Gstadt, you may choose to take a boat trip to Fraueninsel or Herreninsel, home to the magnificent Herrenchiemsee Palace. Continue through gentle farmland to Wasserburg, one of the prettiest towns on the Inn River, set on a graceful loop of water.

Sample accommodation: Huberwirt

Day 4: Wasserburg – Kufstein, 40 mi. (65 km)
Follow the Inn River south, passing through Rosenheim, where colorful townhouses and narrow alleyways invite a pause. The route continues into Austria, arriving in Kufstein, the “Pearl of Tyrol,” dramatically dominated by its hilltop fortress overlooking the valley.

Sample accommodation: Felsenkeller

Day 5: Kufstein – St. Johann in Tirol, 31 mi. (50 km)
Ride past the tranquil Walchsee Lake, set beneath the striking peaks of the Kaiser Mountains. Alpine meadows and mountain silhouettes guide you into St. Johann in Tirol, a lively Tyrolean town with a welcoming center filled with cafés, shops, and traditional charm.

Sample accommodation: Bruggwirt

Day 6: St. Johann in Tirol – Bad Reichenhall / Bayerisch Gmain, 34 mi. (55 km)
Today’s route follows the Saalach River through a dramatic alpine corridor toward Bad Reichenhall and Bayerisch Gmain. A highlight is the historic Alte Saline, one of Bavaria’s most impressive industrial monuments, offering fascinating insight into centuries of salt production.

Sample accommodation: Garni Bergfried

Day 7: Bad Reichenhall / Bayerisch Gmain – Salzburg, 31 mi. (50 km)
A particularly scenic finale leads you through the Berchtesgaden region, often considered Bavaria’s most beautiful area. Cycle alongside the turquoise Berchtesgadener Ache, then follow the elegant Hellbrunner Allee to Hellbrunn Palace, famed for its playful fountains, before returning to Salzburg.

Sample accommodation: Villa Ceconi

Day 8: Departure from Salzburg
Individual departure or extension of your trip.

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Day 1: Arrival in Wasserburg
Day 2: Wasserburg – Kufstein, 40 mi. (65 km)
Day 3: Kufstein – St. Johann in Tirol, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 4: St. Johann in Tirol – Bad Reichenhall / Bayerisch Gmain, 34 mi. (55 km)
Day 5: Bad Reichenhall / Bayerisch Gmain – Salzburg, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 6: Salzburg – Chiemsee, 40–47 mi. (65–70 km)
Day 7: Chiemsee – Wasserburg, 31–40 mi. (50–65 km)
Day 8: Departure

Day 1: Arrival in Wasserburg
Individual arrival in Wasserburg am Inn. This charming Bavarian town sits on a dramatic loop of the Inn River, creating a uniquely picturesque setting. Take time to explore its colorful facades, arcaded streets, and riverside paths.

Sample accommodation: Huberwirt

Day 2: Wasserburg – Kufstein, 40 mi. (65 km)
Follow the Inn River south, with a worthwhile stop in Rosenheim to admire its historic townhouses and winding alleyways. Continue along the river into Austria, arriving in Kufstein, known as the “Pearl of Tyrol.” The imposing Kufstein Fortress rises high above the town, creating a striking alpine skyline.

Sample accommodation: Felsenkeller

Day 3: Kufstein – St. Johann in Tirol, 31 mi. (50 km)
Cycle past the idyllic Walchsee Lake, nestled at the foot of the majestic Kaiser Mountains. Lakeside cafés and restaurants invite you to pause and relax. Continue through alpine scenery to St. Johann in Tirol, a lively baroque town in the heart of Tyrol, known for its welcoming cafés and vibrant town center.

Sample accommodation: Bruggwirt

Day 4: St. Johann in Tirol – Bad Reichenhall / Bayerisch Gmain, 34 mi. (55 km)
Today’s route follows the Saalach River through a beautiful alpine corridor toward Bad Reichenhall and Bayerisch Gmain. A highlight is the Alte Saline in Bad Reichenhall—one of Bavaria’s most impressive industrial monuments—offering fascinating insight into centuries of salt production.

Sample accommodation: Garni Bergfried

Day 5: Bad Reichenhall / Bayerisch Gmain – Salzburg, 31 mi. (50 km)
A scenic ride leads you through the Berchtesgaden region, often regarded as one of Bavaria’s most beautiful areas. The UNESCO World Heritage city of Salzburg welcomes you with a wealth of cultural treasures. Towering above the Old Town, the mighty Hohensalzburg Fortress is visible from afar.

Sample accommodation: Villa Ceconi

Day 6: Salzburg – Chiemsee, 40–47 mi. (65–70 km)
Leave Salzburg following the Salzach River to Oberndorf, home of the world-famous Silent Night Chapel. With an impressive mountain panorama as your backdrop, continue toward Lake Waging and into the Chiemsee region. Traunstein lies between Lake Waging and Lake Chiemsee, framed by the rolling foothills of the Alps.

Sample accommodation: Goriwirt (Chieming)

Day 7: Chiemsee – Wasserburg, 31–40 mi. (50–65 km)
Enjoy the stunning lakeside scenery along the shores of Lake Chiemsee. In Gstadt, you may choose to take a boat trip to Fraueninsel or Herreninsel, home to the magnificent Herrenchiemsee Palace. Continue through gentle countryside back to Wasserburg am Inn.

Sample accommodation: Huberwirt

Day 8: Departure
Individual departure from Wasserburg.

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