Tauern Path
Austria Bike Tours
Bike the foothills of the Austrian Alps to Salzburg and beyond
- Tour Type
- Skill Level
- Length6–8 days
- Prices from€743 Rates
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Overview
With the snowy peaks of the Hohe Tauern Mountains serving as a constant panorama, this bicycle tour in Austria begins in Krimml, where the famous Krimml Waterfalls cascade over 1200 ft. in three stages to the valley below.
The "Tauernradweg" or Tauern Bike Path stretches over 300 kilometers along the largest rivers in the country, to Salzburg and further on to Passau.
This is one of Austria's most beautiful regions. Soaring panoramas enthrall! Come and cycle the paths that meander the Salzach and Saalach Rivers at the foothills of the Austrian Alps.
Highlights
- Krimmler Waterfalls
- Lovely cycling in the flat valley of the Salzach and Inn
- Werfen, historic market town, and famous for scenes of The Sound of Music
- Hohenwerfen Castel
- Hallein
- Salzburg, city of culture and music
- Passau, three river city
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Itinerary
8-day Tour - Krimml/Wald to Passau
Day 1: Arrival in Krimml/Wald
Day 2: Krimml - Kaprun/Zell am See, 31 or 40 mi. (50 or 65 km)
Day 3: Kaprun/Zell am See - Lofer, 28 or 37 mi. (45 or 60 km)
Day 4: Lofer - Salzburg, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 5: Salzburg - Burghausen, 37 mi. (60 km)
Day 6: Burghausen - Bad Füssing/surroundings, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 7: Bad Füssing - Schärding or Passau, 15 or 25 mi. (25 or 40 km)
Day 8: Departure from either Schärding or PassauAll distances are approximate.
Day 1: Arrival in Krimml/Wald
Arrival into one of these villages, Krimml/Wald. Recommended is a visit to the Krimmler waterfalls which is included in the tour price. If you want to explore the waterfalls closer, it is advised to spend an extra night.Premium accommodation:
Hotel PostDay 2: Krimml - Kaprun/Zell am See, 31 or 40 mi. (50 or 65 km)
Today’s tour will cycle through the Rosental to Neukirchen, where you can visit a little museum named the ‘Kammerlanderstall’. Following on in the direction of the Habachtal (famous for its emerald mines), you’ll reach the quaint villages of Bramberg and Mittersill, also well-known for their country-style museums. During the afternoon, you’ll come by the Europe-Sport-Region Kaprun/Zell am See with the famous power plants lying in the Kaprun valley.Premium accommodation:
Das Alpenhaus KaprunDay 3: Kaprun/Zell am See - Lofer, 28 or 37 mi. (45 or 60 km)
Leaving the upper Salzachtal Valley you follow the very natural river course of the Saalach. The cycle path leads you through the broad valley basin from Saalfelden and the famous place of pilgrimage Maria Alm towards Lofer.Premium accommodation:
Hotel St. HubertusDay 4: Lofer - Salzburg, 31 mi. (50 km)
In Unken, cycling along the Saalach break, the "Stone sea", an impressive way that became the Eldorado for Rafters. Always follow the shore until you reach the small german corner, with the health resort Bad Reichenhall and the broad lowland of the Salzburger basin. From Saalachauen to the Mozart town of Salzburg.*An extra night can be booked in Salzburg, giving you an entire day in this lovely city. See pricing.
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Hotel zur PostDay 5: Salzburg - Burghausen, 37 mi. (60 km)
Following the course of the Salzach River, crossing fields and meadows along the way, you will soon find yourself in Oberndorf. It was here in 1818 where the famous Christmas carol “Silent Night, Holy Night” was performed for the first time. The little “Holy Night Chapel” still gives evidence of this memorial event. Continuing, you’ll come to Burghausen, where you can marvel at its imposing castle and also lay eyes on Europe’s longest fortress.Premium accommodation:
Hotel PostDay 6: Burghausen – Bad Füssing/surroundings, 31 mi. (50 km)
From Burghausen, you reach the Inn-Salzach-Mouth, a unique landscape. Your reach the border town Braunau, a wonderful old town, which encourages visitors to linger. Directly after Braunau, there is the European reserve, a bird- and nature-protected area at the Inn. The cycle path leads you directly to your day's destination, the famous health resort Bad Füssing. Overnight stay maybe also in Obernberg or surroundings.Premium accommodation:
Hotel Bayerischer HofDay 7: Bad Füssing - Schärding or Passau, 15 or 25 mi. (25 or 40 km)
Shortly after Bad Füssing, there is the worth seeing Reichersberg Abbey. The journey continues along the Inn to the beautiful baroque town Schärding. You have the choice: either you spend your last night in Schärding or you cycle further to the 3-river-town Passau. Please indicate your overnight wish at your booking! If you don’t mention your preference, we will automatically book Schärding for you!Premium accommodation:
Hotel Residenz/StadhotelDay 8: Departure from either Schärding or Passau
Extra nights can be booked at any stage!
6-day Tour - Krimml/Wald to Salzburg
Day 1: Arrival to Krimml/Wald
Day 2: Krimml/Wald - Mittersill/Stuhlfelden, 18 or 22 mi. (approx. 30 or 35 km)
Day 3: Mittersill/Stuhlfelden - Kaprun/Zell am See, 12 or 22 mi. (approx. 20 or 35 km)
Day 4: Kaprun/Zell am See - Lofer, 28 or 34 mi. (approx. 45 or 55 km)
Day 5: Lofer - Salzburg, 31 mi. (approx. 50 km)
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Hotels & Bikes
For the 8-day tour, two levels of accommodations are offered. The medium version offers hotels and inns with 3- and 4-star level accommodations. The premium version uses hotels of the 4-star level.
For the 6-day tour, the hotels used are the 3- and 4-star level.Here is a sample hotel list for the medium category (subject to availability):
Krimml - Panoramahotel Burgeck
Region Zell am See/Kaprun - Hotel Martini
Lofer - Moorbad Hochmoos
Salzburg - Hotel Ganslhof
Burghausen - Dormero Hotel Burghausen
Bad Füssing/Obernberg - Gasthof zur Post
Schärding - Hotel-Gasthof Stiegenwirt
Passau - Hotel SpitzbergBicycles
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21-speed NuVinci Bicycle
- Included in the tour cost
- Height-adjustable unisex-model
- NuVinci-gear shift
- Aluminum frame
- Handle-bar and saddle bags included
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Victoria Electric Bicycle
- Unisex frame with free-wheel from Victoria
- Bosch Active Line-mid-mounted motor
- Nuvinci-gear shift
- Comfortable saddle
Inclusions
What’s Included
- Hotel accommodations in booked category
- Breakfasts
- NuVinci internal gear shift hub unisex free-wheel bike with two pannier bags, odometer, air pump, repair kit and lock
- Luggage transportation (no limit on pieces of luggage, between 9am and 6pm)
- Route descriptions & maps
- GPS tracks on request
- Service hotline
- Admission to Krimmler waterfalls
- Restaurant-guide with recommendations of the best restaurants
- Bike protection
What’s Not Included
- Lunches and dinners
- Visitor’s tax payable on arrival
- Travel Insurance
Dates & Pricing
Dates
Arrivals possible May 15 to October 5, 2023
Please Note
- Rates are per person, based on double occupancy
- Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
Pricing
8-day Krimml/Wald to Schärding/Passau
Medium (3*/4*) Hotels Premium (4*) Hotels Early season
May 15 - May 18 & Sept 21 - October 5$ 1253 £ 659 $ 1,088 € 743 kr 110115 ₪ 3073 ¥ 119788 Mex$ 14860 NZ$ 1355 NOK 8677 kr 8976 $ 807 $ 1455 £ 766 $ 1,263 € 863 kr 127900 ₪ 3569 ¥ 139135 Mex$ 17260 NZ$ 1574 NOK 10078 kr 10426 $ 937 Season 1
May 19 - June 14$ 1589 £ 836 $ 1,379 € 942 kr 139608 ₪ 3896 ¥ 151871 Mex$ 18840 NZ$ 1718 NOK 11001 kr 11380 $ 1,023 $ 1791 £ 942 $ 1,555 € 1062 kr 157392 ₪ 4392 ¥ 171218 Mex$ 21240 NZ$ 1937 NOK 12402 kr 12830 $ 1,153 Season 2
June 15 - Sept 3$ 1673 £ 880 $ 1,452 € 992 kr 147018 ₪ 4103 ¥ 159933 Mex$ 19840 NZ$ 1809 NOK 11585 kr 11984 $ 1,077 $ 1875 £ 987 $ 1,628 € 1112 kr 164802 ₪ 4599 ¥ 179279 Mex$ 22240 NZ$ 2028 NOK 12986 kr 13434 $ 1,208 Season 3
Sept 4 - Sept 20$ 1589 £ 836 $ 1,379 € 942 kr 139608 ₪ 3896 ¥ 151871 Mex$ 18840 NZ$ 1718 NOK 11001 kr 11380 $ 1,023 $ 1791 £ 942 $ 1,555 € 1062 kr 157392 ₪ 4392 ¥ 171218 Mex$ 21240 NZ$ 1937 NOK 12402 kr 12830 $ 1,153 Single supplement $ 337 £ 177 $ 293 € 200 kr 29641 ₪ 827 ¥ 32244 Mex$ 4000 NZ$ 365 NOK 2336 kr 2416 $ 217 $ 422 £ 222 $ 366 € 250 kr 37051 ₪ 1034 ¥ 40306 Mex$ 5000 NZ$ 456 NOK 2920 kr 3020 $ 272 Early season
May 15 - May 19 & Sept 21 - October 5$ 1084 £ 571 $ 941 € 643 kr 95295 ₪ 2659 ¥ 103666 Mex$ 12860 NZ$ 1173 NOK 7509 kr 7768 $ 698 Season 1
May 19 - June 14$ 1302 £ 685 $ 1,130 € 772 kr 114413 ₪ 3193 ¥ 124464 Mex$ 15440 NZ$ 1408 NOK 9015 kr 9326 $ 838 Season 2
June 15 - Sept 3$ 1386 £ 729 $ 1,203 € 822 kr 121823 ₪ 3400 ¥ 132525 Mex$ 16440 NZ$ 1499 NOK 9599 kr 9930 $ 893 Season 3
Sept 4 - Sept 20$ 1302 £ 685 $ 1,130 € 772 kr 114413 ₪ 3193 ¥ 124464 Mex$ 15440 NZ$ 1408 NOK 9015 kr 9326 $ 838 Single supplement $ 287 £ 151 $ 249 € 170 kr 25195 ₪ 703 ¥ 27408 Mex$ 3400 NZ$ 310 NOK 1985 kr 2054 $ 185 Extra Options
Electric bicycle rental: $ 202 £ 106 $ 176 € 120 kr 17784 ₪ 496 ¥ 19347 Mex$ 2400 NZ$ 219 NOK 1401 kr 1450 $ 130
Bus transfer from Schärding/Passau to Krimml/Wald (daily departures, duration 4 - 4.5 hrs) $ 150 £ 79 $ 130 € 89 kr 13190 ₪ 368 ¥ 14349 Mex$ 1780 NZ$ 162 NOK 1039 kr 1075 $ 97
Extra nights
Krimml Salzburg Salzburg
Jul 10 - Aug 31Passau Medium Hotels $ 133 £ 70 $ 116 € 79 kr 11708 ₪ 327 ¥ 12737 Mex$ 1580 NZ$ 144 NOK 923 kr 954 $ 86 $ 160 £ 84 $ 139 € 95 kr 14079 ₪ 393 ¥ 15316 Mex$ 1900 NZ$ 173 NOK 1109 kr 1148 $ 103 $ 201 £ 106 $ 174 € 119 kr 17636 ₪ 492 ¥ 19185 Mex$ 2380 NZ$ 217 NOK 1390 kr 1438 $ 129 $ 111 £ 59 $ 97 € 66 kr 9781 ₪ 273 ¥ 10641 Mex$ 1320 NZ$ 120 NOK 771 kr 797 $ 72 Single $ 162 £ 85 $ 141 € 96 kr 14228 ₪ 397 ¥ 15477 Mex$ 1920 NZ$ 175 NOK 1121 kr 1160 $ 104 $ 250 £ 131 $ 217 € 148 kr 21934 ₪ 612 ¥ 23861 Mex$ 2960 NZ$ 270 NOK 1728 kr 1788 $ 161 $ 314 £ 165 $ 272 € 186 kr 27566 ₪ 769 ¥ 29987 Mex$ 3720 NZ$ 339 NOK 2172 kr 2247 $ 202 $ 162 £ 85 $ 141 € 96 kr 14228 ₪ 397 ¥ 15477 Mex$ 1920 NZ$ 175 NOK 1121 kr 1160 $ 104 Premium Hotels $ 184 £ 97 $ 160 € 109 kr 16154 ₪ 451 ¥ 17573 Mex$ 2180 NZ$ 199 NOK 1273 kr 1317 $ 118 N/A N/A $ 133 £ 70 $ 116 € 79 kr 11708 ₪ 327 ¥ 12737 Mex$ 1580 NZ$ 144 NOK 923 kr 954 $ 86 Single $ 201 £ 106 $ 174 € 119 kr 17636 ₪ 492 ¥ 19185 Mex$ 2380 NZ$ 217 NOK 1390 kr 1438 $ 129 N/A N/A $ 184 £ 97 $ 160 € 109 kr 16154 ₪ 451 ¥ 17573 Mex$ 2180 NZ$ 199 NOK 1273 kr 1317 $ 118 Extra nights possible in each overnight town. Please ask for pricing.
Extra Info
Skill Level — Moderate
This is a moderate self-guided hotel tour with average daily distances of about 35 miles over bike paths, country lanes and quiet side roads. Landscape is mainly flat since the Tauern bike path follows the course of the Salzach River but you will encounter slightly hilly terrain with an incline of approx. 750 m from Krimml to Passau. Some long gradients are unavoidable.
Airport Info
Fly to Salzburg.
Local Travel
Train transfer to Krimml from Salzburg. Travel time is approximately 3 hrs and 20 min.
Climate
The average high in °F in Salzburg is approx. 66° in May, 71° June, 74° Jul, 73° Aug, 68° Sept & 57° Oct. A good website to research average high/low temperatures and other important weather-related facts is weatherbase.com
Recommended
Book an extra night in Salzburg and/or Krimml/Wald to thoroughly explore and enjoy this unique tour.
Important to know
Documents:
It is each traveler's responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance with the country or countries you plan to visit. This includes and is not limited to passport validity, visa requirements and acquisition, blank passport pages required for your destination (s), etc.
US citizens: A good website to research the requirements of the Schengen Agreement and entry into other countries is travel.state.gov.
Non-EU and EU residents: Please research the requirements of your country of residence for international travel and your destination country or countries.
*Important note: Please check on the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) status as once implemented, this will be required to visit any of the 26 Schengen-member countries for tourism, business, medical, or transit. This is an additional check on security rather than a visa.Covid-19 Info
Country Entry Requirements
Due to the changing requirements for entry, it is imperative that you stay up to date on requirements set by the country/countries that you are visiting. Please visit our Travel Restrictions Tool page and the country/countries government webpage for this information.
Extra Stay
Additional nights available in Krimml, Passau, and Salzburg.
Tour Operator
This tour is run by Austria Radreisen.
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Photos
![Maria Alm/Steinernes Meer Mountain Range, Zell am See, Austria. © Austrian National Tourist Office]()
![Beautiful Gothic city of Schärding in Upper Austria. Flickr:Matheus Swanson]()
![Krimml Waterfall in the Hohe Tauern National Park, Austria. Flickr:Harry Pammer]()
![Matjes in Burghause, Germany. Flickr:Jakob Tiefenthaler]()
![Burghausen, Germany. Flickr:Manolo Gomez]()
![Cable car in Kaprun, Austria. Flickr:Leo-setä]()
![Salzburg, Austria. Flickr:Hjjanisch]()
![Austrian desserts. Flickr:Su-May]()
![Famous Getreidegasse shopping street in Salzburg, Austria. Flickr:Flightlog]()
![Misty morning in St Johann, Austria. Flickr:Conor Lawless]()
![Zell am See in the Salzburg district, Austria. Flickr:Leo-setä]()
![Altstadt in Burghausen, Chiemsee, Bavaria, Germany. Flickr:Allie_Caulfield]()
![Winefest in Oberndorf, Austria. Flickr:Stanglalm]()
![Salzburg along the Salzach River, Austria. Flickr:Mike Norton]()
![Mirabell Palace & Gardens in Salzburg, Austria. Flickr:Sarah L Donovan]()
![Riesling wine from Germany. Flickr:Vidalia 11]()
![Hohensalzburg Fortress on the Salzach River in Salzburg, Austria. CC:Jiuguang Wang]()
![Krimml Waterfall in the Hohe Tauern National Park, Austria. Flickr:Richard Franklin]()
![Hohensalzburg Fortress in Salzburg, Austria. © Austrian National Tourist Office]()
![Burghausen, Altötting, in Bavaria, Germany along the Salzach. Flickr:Allie_Caulfield]()
![Mirabell Gardens & Palace in Salzburg, Austria. Flickr:Karlis Dambrans]()
![Residenzplatz in Salzburg, Austria. Flickr:Mike Norton]()
![Reichersberg's famous monastery, Austria. Flickr:Janos Korom Dr.]()
![Passau, where 3 rivers converge, in Germany. FlickrBrian Burger]()
![Traditional German food in Burghausen, Germany. Flickr:Jakob Tiefenthaler]()
![Passau on the Inn River (and 2 more), Germany. CC:High Contrast]()
![This area is famous for its Riesling wines. Flickr:M Hagemann]()
![Passau is "the 3 river city" in Germany. Flickr:robroodselaar]()
![Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte in Germany! Flickr:Larry Hoffman]()
![Salzach River in Burghausen, Germany. Flickr:Volker Kannacher]()
![Schnitzel in Austria, of course! Flickr:skjaidev]()
![Burghausen in Bavaria, Germany. Flickr:Susanne Tofern]()
![Glacier in Kaprun, Austria. Flickr:Leo-setä]()
![Lofer, Austria. Flickr:marc weber]()
![Bike rest in Burghausen, Bavaria, Germany. Flickr:Janos Korom Dr.]()
![Burghausen has Europe's longest castle. Bavaria, Germany. Flickr:vil.sandi]()
![The famous Mozart chocolate balls at Hohensalzburg Castle, Salzburg, Austria. Flickr:Karlis Dambrans]()
![Apple Strudel in Germany is awesome! Flickr:Cat]()
![Schärding, Austria. Flickr:Kevin Talec]()
![Mozart's chocolate balls are famous in Salzburg, Austria. Flickr:slgckgc]()
![White sausage & pretzel are Bavarian favorites. Flickr:Wanghah]()
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