Experience Beautiful Salzburg on the Salzburg and the Ten Lakes Cycling Tour
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
This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only, where the pricing depends on your travelling dates, as well as the types of rooms that you need.
2025 Departures:
The departures are available daily, from April 12th to October 5th, 2025.
- Single room: from $1,175 USD*
- Sharing a double room: from $950 USD*
*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip. Please click the booking button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates. The prices listed are per person.
Book NowAccommodation 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.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Hotel Ganslhof
With close proximity to a number of popular landmarks in Salzburg, this charming hotel is a great option for exploring the city.
Gasthaus Mitterhof
A lovely guesthouse with plenty of charm, you will certainly have a comfortable stay when visiting the Mattsee area.
Landhaus Meingast at Lake Mondsee
This charming guesthouse offers modern amenities and makes for a comfortable stay near Mondsee.
Hotel Hocheck
Modern amenities and beautifully scenic mountain views make this guesthouse an excellent choice for an overnight stay.
Hotel Aberseehof in Lake Wolfgangsee
The hotel offers a sun terrace, newspaper, and sun umbrellas, to make your visit even more pleasant. The property also features a restaurant. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking.
Hotel Ganslhof
With close proximity to a number of popular landmarks in Salzburg, this charming hotel is a great option for exploring the city.
What’s Included in the Salzburg and the Ten Lakes Cycling Tour?
Meals
6 breakfasts are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 6 nights are included in your selected category. Accommodations before or after the tour in Salzburg are not included, but can be added as a supplement.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for your luggage is included throughout the tour.
Also Included
- Welcome briefing (German, English)
- Route map/details
- Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English)
- Boat ride on Lake Attersee incl. your bike in July and August
- App for Navigation and GPS-data available
- 24/7 service hotline
Not included
- Flights and transportation to and from the starting point of the tour
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Tourist tax
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Bike rental and insurance
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