Salzburg & the 7 Lakes
Austria Bike Tours
A bike tour in Austria through a sparkling lake world
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- Length8 days
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Overview
Your bike tour in Austria will be in the region of Salzkammergut (Lake District) situated snugly at the foothills of the Northern Alps. It is a masterpiece of majestic mountains and mystic blue lakes that stretch across the provinces of Styria, Salzburg, and Upper Austria.
The name of the region stems from the medieval chamber estate Kammergut, which produced considerable wealth for the Hapsburgs in Vienna with their prosperous salt mining.
The area's unparalleled beauty is so great that it attracted many ambitious artists (including Romantic), whose works were noteworthy enough to draw in poets and composers as well; and thus the region soon established itself as a haven for tranquility and artistic inspiration.
Highlights
- Mozart's beloved musical city of Salzburg
- The most famous of Salzkammergut's lakes, Mondsee, Attersee, Traunsee and Wolfgangsee
- Imposing Alpine backdrop of white peaks and hidden caves
- Wolfgangsee with its imposing Schafberg
- Gmunden
- Imperial summer residence Bad Ischl
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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Salzburg
Day 2: Salzburg - Lake Wolfgangsee, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 3: Wolfgangsee - Traunsee, 31 mi. (50 km) + ship ride on Lake Wolfgang
Day 4: Traunsee - Attersee, 22 mi. (35 km)
Day 5: Attersee - Mondsee, 20 mi. (33 km)
Day 6: Mondsee - Trumer Seenland, 29 mi. (46 km)
Day 7: Trumer Seenland - Salzburg, 29 mi. (46 km)
Day 8: Departure from Salzburg*All distances are approximate.
Day 1: Arrival in Salzburg
Individual arrival and handover of the rental bikes. You can use the rest of the day to explore and stroll through the picturesque old part of this cultural and fascinating town.Sample hotels:
Cat. A: 4-star Hotel Amedia
Cat. B: 3-star Hotel Ibis NordDay 2: Salzburg - Lake Wolfgangsee, 31 mi. (50 km)
Begin the day exploring the birthplace of the world-famous classical composer, W.A. Mozart. Cycling along the breathtaking Drachenwand, you reach the beautiful Mondsee. From here, it is downhill to St.Gilgen where you will end the day with a boat ride on the “Wolfgangsee”.Sample hotels:
Cat. A: 4-star Weißer Bär
Cat. B: 3-star Hotel-Pension CarossaDay 3: Lake Wolfgangsee - Lake Traunsee, 31 mi. (50 km) + ship ride on Lake Wolfgang
After a relaxing ship ride on Lake Wolfgang (Category B), you cycle to the old imperial village of Bad Ischl, where you find traces and follow the footprints of Emperor Franz Josef and his Empress Sissi all over the area. A stop at the famous pastry shop “Zauner” is a must! Cycle along the river Traun until you reach Traunkirchen.Sample hotels:
Cat. A: 4-star Symposionhotel Post
Cat. B: 3-star Panoramahotel TraunsteinDay 4: Traunsee - Attersee, 22 mi. (35 km)
One of the many highlights on this tour is the stop in Gmunden, a scenic village on the northern bank of the Traunsee. Today it is well known for its touristic importance and beautiful handmade ceramics. You will also explore the gorgeous area of lake Attersee.Sample hotels:
Cat. A & B: 3-star Hotel SpitzerwirtDay 5: Attersee - Mondsee, 22 mi. (35 km)
Follow the gorgeous blue waters of the Attersee until Unterach. After cycling about 2 km in the narrow valley, you discover the legendary Mondsee. Cycle along the northern bank until you reach the picturesque city of this lake. The Salzkammergut area is gorgeous and offers so much to explore. This lake has already inspired famous artists like composer Gustav Mahler and painters Gustav Klimt and Christian Ludwig Attersee. Your path continues to Mondsee and then onto the village of Mondsee. Visit the church, which was used as a romantic backdrop for the wedding in the musical "The Sound of Music".Sample hotels:
Cat. A: 4-star Hotel Krone
Cat. B: 3-star Hotel PrielbauerDay 6: Mondsee - Trumer Seenland, 29 mi. (46 km)
You will cycle the land of Mondsee, passing the natural Irrsee until you reach the Trumer Seen. If you enjoy a good beer, you should visit the Trumer brewery! Sample hotels:
Cat. A/B: 3-star Gasthof NeumayrDay 7: Trumer Seenland - Salzburg, 29 mi. (46 km)
On the day before departure, if weather permits, you should take a swim and enjoy the fresh water. You will cycle to Salzburg for the last night of your tour.Sample hotels:
Cat. A: 4-star Hotel Amedia
Cat. B: 3-star Hotel Ibis NordDay 8: Departure from Salzburg
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Hotels & Bikes
You have a choice between two categories. Category A consists of mostly 4-star or high end, 3-star hotels. Category B consists of quaint inns and 3-star hotels and pensions. In each day’s detailed itinerary you will find the name of the preferred hotel(s). If the hotel listed is not available, a hotel of equal standard will be offered.
Bicycles
Electric bicycle
Electrically assisted bikes can be provided for those who love to cycle but who find it increasingly difficult to either master the terrain or the distance. E-bikes are not motorized, but have a battery which enables you to pedal with ease. It has been described as similar to having a constant tailwind at your back.
Inclusions
What’s Included
- Hotel accommodations for 7 nights
- Breakfasts
- 7-speed bikes with back pedal brake or 21-speed standard bicycle (please specify at time of booking)
- Bicycle accessories including pannier bag, handlebar bag (1 per room), and odometer
- Route descriptions and maps
- Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel (1 piece p.p./ max. 23 kg)
- 7-day service hotline
- Boat ride on Lake Wolfgang
- Ferry ride St. Wolfgang - Abersee incl. bike
- Sweet break “Zauner Jause” in Bad Ischl (coffee and cake)
What’s Not Included
- Lunches and dinners (5 dinners can be included with a supplement)
- Local tax payable on spot (approx. €1-2.50/person/night)
- Bike Protection
- Travel Insurance
Dates & Pricing
Dates
Not available in 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
2023
Category A Category B Season 1 $ 1408 £ 728 $ 1,248 € 833 kr 127713 ₪ 3378 ¥ 139014 Mex$ 15222 NZ$ 1533 NOK 9926 kr 9779 $ 919 $ 1165 £ 602 $ 1,032 € 689 kr 105635 ₪ 2794 ¥ 114983 Mex$ 12590 NZ$ 1268 NOK 8210 kr 8088 $ 760 Single room $ 1882 £ 973 $ 1,668 € 1113 kr 170642 ₪ 4514 ¥ 185742 Mex$ 20338 NZ$ 2049 NOK 13262 kr 13066 $ 1,228 $ 1510 £ 781 $ 1,338 € 893 kr 136912 ₪ 3621 ¥ 149027 Mex$ 16318 NZ$ 1644 NOK 10641 kr 10483 $ 985 Season 2 $ 1628 £ 842 $ 1,443 € 963 kr 147644 ₪ 3905 ¥ 160709 Mex$ 17597 NZ$ 1773 NOK 11475 kr 11305 $ 1,062 $ 1402 £ 725 $ 1,242 € 829 kr 127100 ₪ 3362 ¥ 138347 Mex$ 15148 NZ$ 1526 NOK 9878 kr 9732 $ 914 Single room $ 2102 £ 1087 $ 1,863 € 1243 kr 190573 ₪ 5041 ¥ 207437 Mex$ 22714 NZ$ 2288 NOK 14811 kr 14592 $ 1,371 $ 1747 £ 903 $ 1,548 € 1033 kr 158377 ₪ 4189 ¥ 172391 Mex$ 18876 NZ$ 1901 NOK 12309 kr 12127 $ 1,139 Season 3 $ 1983 £ 1025 $ 1,758 € 1173 kr 179841 ₪ 4757 ¥ 195755 Mex$ 21434 NZ$ 2159 NOK 13977 kr 13770 $ 1,294 $ 1638 £ 847 $ 1,452 € 969 kr 148564 ₪ 3930 ¥ 161711 Mex$ 17707 NZ$ 1784 NOK 11546 kr 11376 $ 1,069 Single room $ 2457 £ 1270 $ 2,177 € 1453 kr 222770 ₪ 5893 ¥ 242482 Mex$ 26551 NZ$ 2674 NOK 17314 kr 17057 $ 1,603 $ 1983 £ 1025 $ 1,758 € 1173 kr 179841 ₪ 4757 ¥ 195755 Mex$ 21434 NZ$ 2159 NOK 13977 kr 13770 $ 1,294 Extra Options
Extra nights, Category A Twin/Double Single Salzburg $ 167 £ 87 $ 148 € 99 kr 15178 ₪ 401 ¥ 16522 Mex$ 1809 NZ$ 182 NOK 1180 kr 1162 $ 109 $ 252 £ 130 $ 223 € 149 kr 22844 ₪ 604 ¥ 24866 Mex$ 2723 NZ$ 274 NOK 1775 kr 1749 $ 164 Extra nights, Category B Twin/Double Single Salzburg $ 132 £ 68 $ 117 € 78 kr 11959 ₪ 316 ¥ 13017 Mex$ 1425 NZ$ 144 NOK 929 kr 916 $ 86 $ 201 £ 104 $ 178 € 119 kr 18245 ₪ 483 ¥ 19859 Mex$ 2175 NZ$ 219 NOK 1418 kr 1397 $ 131 Extra nights in other cities possible. Please ask about prices.
Dinners included* Category A $ 314 £ 163 $ 279 € 186 kr 28517 ₪ 754 ¥ 31040 Mex$ 3399 NZ$ 342 NOK 2216 kr 2184 $ 205 Category B $ 269 £ 139 $ 238 € 159 kr 24377 ₪ 645 ¥ 26535 Mex$ 2905 NZ$ 293 NOK 1895 kr 1867 $ 175 Additional options (must be reserved at the time of booking) Electric bike $ 169 £ 87 $ 150 € 100 kr 15332 ₪ 406 ¥ 16688 Mex$ 1827 NZ$ 184 NOK 1192 kr 1174 $ 110 Helmet purchase $ 66 £ 34 $ 58 € 39 kr 5979 ₪ 158 ¥ 6508 Mex$ 713 NZ$ 72 NOK 465 kr 458 $ 43 Child discounts available. Must accompany two full paying people.
Children’s bikes and other specialized equipment for children on request.Please note that extra nights can only be requested at time of booking.
Extra Info
Skill Level — Easy–Moderate
This is an easy to moderate self-guided hotel tour on country roads, cycling paths, and field paths. The terrain is hilly with some longer uphill stretches. Please note that there will be more traffic on country roads during the summer holiday. Daily distances range from 20 to 30 miles (33 to 48 km).
Airport Info
It is recommended that you fly into Salzburg International Airport (SZG), which is located just 4 miles (7 km) from the city center. Another option is to fly to Munich International Airport (MUC).
Local Travel
From the Salzburg Airport, city bus line 2 departs regularly and will take you to Salzburg Hbf (main train station). From the main train station, it is recommended that you take a taxi to your first hotel. You can also take a taxi from the airport which will cost between €18 and €25.
From the Munich Airport, you can take a train to Salzburg Hbf. The ride takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes and costs around €35.Climate
Please check local conditions before your arrival. The climate of the Salzkammergut region during the Spring and Summer months is relatively mild.
Recommended
We recommend booking extra nights which are possible in Salzburg, Wolfgangsee, Traunsee, and Attersee!
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.Extra Stay
Extra nights in Salzburg is highly recommended
Tour Operator
This tour is run by Rad und Reisen.
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