A cycling holiday in Austria, taking in rivers, lakes, wine and the Alps

Depending on the region, a cycling holiday in Austria takes you along the Danube, Mur or Inn rivers, around Lake Neusiedl and Lake Wörthersee, or through wine-growing regions and Alpine valleys. Velontour helps you compare suitable destinations based on landscape, lifestyle preferences and type of trip. This way, you can find a region for relaxed day trips, circular cycle tours or a multi-day cycling holiday.

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Flat trails and wine in Burgenland, lakes and alpine valleys in Carinthia and Salzburg, landscapes along the Danube and other rivers in Lower and Upper Austria, thermal spas in Styria, or the River Inn and mountain scenery in Tyrol: compare the regions based on landscape, experiences on offer and your preferred type of holiday.

Burgenland

Flat routes, vineyards and Lake Neusiedl make Burgenland ideal for a relaxed cycling holiday with regional flavour.

Carinthia

Lake Wörthersee, the Drava Valley and Alpine views make Carinthia ideal for cycling, swimming breaks and southern flavours.

Lower Austria

Lower Austria links the Danube Cycle Path and Wachau with wine villages, river valleys and relaxed cycling days.

Upper Austria

The Danube, Salzkammergut and clear lakes shape cycling holidays in Upper Austria between rivers and Alpine scenery.

Salzburger Land

Lakes, the Salzach Valley and Alpine valleys make SalzburgerLand a varied destination for relaxed cycling holidays.

Styria

The Mur Cycle Path, vineyards and thermal spas turn Styria into a cycling region rich in scenery and local flavour.

Tyrol

In Tyrol, the Inn Cycle Path and quiet Alpine valleys lead to historic towns, scenic stops and relaxed cycling days.

Destinations for your cycling holiday in Austria

Austria’s Velontour destinations offer a variety of cycling holiday experiences: lakes and wine-growing villages around Lake Neusiedl, thermal spas and rolling hills in the south-east, alpine valleys in the Salzburg region and Tyrol, as well as city life, culture and a chance to take a dip in Klagenfurt. Compare the destinations and find the setting that suits your holiday.

Accommodation as a base for your cycling holiday

First choose your cycling region, then select the right accommodation to serve as a base for your holiday. The filter will guide you to hotels, guesthouses, apartments and other accommodation options in the Austrian Velontour destinations. Specific cycling services are clearly listed on the relevant details page.

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Cycling holidays in Austria – which region is right for you?

A cycling holiday in Austria offers great variety: from flat lakeside landscapes and well-known riverside cycle routes to alpine panoramas. For relaxed cycling without any hills, Burgenland around Lake Neusiedl is ideal – Austria’s flattest cycling region with vast wine-growing landscapes. Running alongside the Danube, the Danube Cycle Path winds its way through Upper and Lower Austria – past cultural cities, castles and riverside scenery.

In Carinthia, Lake Wörthersee and other lakes perfect for swimming await – ideal for cycling with breaks for a dip. Styria combines wine, thermal spas and rolling hills to create one of the most diverse regions for leisure and enjoyment. In the Salzburg region, crystal-clear lakes such as Lake Wolfgang and Lake Zell meet impressive mountain backdrops – ideal for cycling amidst water, nature and alpine scenery. In Tyrol, the Inn Cycle Route and stunning alpine scenery characterise the cycling experience.

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TV Thermen & Vulkanland - Harald Eisenberger

How a cycle tour becomes your cycling holiday in Austria

A cycling holiday in Austria begins with a decision: will you stay in one place or travel from stage to stage? On a radial cycle tour, you set off daily from your accommodation – ideal around lakes such as Lake Wörthersee or in the Salzkammergut. On a cycling tour, you move from place to place and experience how the landscape, cuisine and culture change – for example, on the Danube Cycle Path or the Alpe-Adria Cycle Path.

Key information:

Danube Cycle Path: one of Europe’s most popular cycle routes
Lake Neusiedl: a UNESCO natural site, ideal for leisurely cycling
Salzkammergut: a landscape of lakes and mountains
Alpe-Adria Cycle Route: from Salzburg to the Mediterranean
Inn Cycle Route: connecting Tyrol, Bavaria and Switzerland

First choose the region – then your accommodation, tour or cycling holiday. This creates a holiday that feels like an adventure, not a count of kilometres.

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Max Dräger

FAQs on cycling holidays in Austria

Which destination in Austria is ideal for a relaxing cycling holiday by the water?

Lake Neusiedl, the Salzburg Lake District and Klagenfurt on Lake Wörthersee are particularly well suited to leisurely cycling along the water’s edge. Lake Neusiedl combines vast landscapes with wine-growing villages; the Salzburg Lake District combines rolling hills with four lakes; and Klagenfurt combines urban charm with the Carinthian lake landscape. The Salzburg Lake District boasts around 600 kilometres of cycle paths.

Where in Austria can I go on a cycling holiday that combines wine and local cuisine?

For wine and regional cuisine, we recommend Lake Neusiedl, Mittelburgenland-Rosalia, Southern Burgenland, the Mostviertel and the Thermen- & Vulkanland. There, vineyards, Heurige, Buschenschänken and regional producers are all part of the holiday experience. In the Thermen- & Vulkanland region, vineyards, orchards and thermal springs are situated between Bad Radkersburg and Bad Waltersdorf.

Which destination is best for leisurely cycling amidst Alpine panoramas?

For Alpine panoramas that aren’t purely about performance, Radstadt, the Salzburg Lungau, the Kufsteinerland, Maishofen and the Murtal adventure region are ideal. Radstadt lies between the Dachstein and the Radstädter Tauern, whilst the Kufsteinerland lies between the Zahmer Kaiser and the Wilder Kaiser. In the Salzburg Lungau, almost all 15 villages are situated at an altitude of more than 1,000 metres above sea level.

Which cycling region in Austria combines nature, culture and city life?

Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, the Kufsteinerland and Radstadt combine outdoor experiences particularly well with culture and city life. In Klagenfurt, Lake Wörthersee, the old town and Alpine-Adriatic cuisine come together. The Kufsteinerland region links the River Inn and the Kaiserberge mountains with Kufstein Fortress, whilst Radstadt combines a medieval townscape with mountain scenery.

Which Austrian Velontour destination suits me best?

The right destination depends above all on the kind of landscape and holiday atmosphere you’re looking for. For lakes, Lake Neusiedl, the Salzburg Lake District or Klagenfurt are ideal; for wine regions, Central Burgenland-Rosalia and the Thermal & Volcanic Region; and for alpine landscapes, Lungau, Radstadt or the Kufstein Region. Velontour currently showcases 14 Austrian destinations across seven federal states.

Which destination in Austria is best suited for a cycling holiday with children?

Lake Neusiedl and the Salzburg Lake District are particularly well-suited for a cycling holiday with children. The cycle paths around Lake Neusiedl are mostly flat, whilst the Salzburg Lake District links four lakes, swimming spots and rolling hills. The Lake Neusiedl region boasts around 1,000 kilometres of cycle paths, and the Salzburg Lake District around 600 kilometres.

Where can I go for a cycle and then visit the thermal baths afterwards?

The Thermen- & Vulkanland and Southern Burgenland are particularly well suited for cycling followed by relaxation at the thermal spa. Between Bad Radkersburg and Bad Waltersdorf, the region is characterised by thermal springs, vineyards and rolling hills. In South Burgenland, Bad Tatzmannsdorf complements a cycling holiday with therapeutic peat, carbonated water and thermal water.