Discovery cycle tour
in several variants
Discovery cycle tour
Leisurely cycling - enjoyable refreshments. This delightful cycle route winds its way through the Quellenviertel, showcasing all the natural beauty and cultural highlights of the region – from the Salzburg region to Bavaria and through the beautiful Innviertel, including the Mattigtal.
Discovery cycle tour
The Discovery Cycle Tour was officially opened in spring 2025. It circumnavigates the region and can be experienced over approx. 200 kilometres in 3 to 4 days. There are two variants to choose from in the south and west: the lake variant leads past 8 lakes in Upper Austria and Salzburger Land, while the panorama variant offers magnificent views of the Alps and passes the "Ibmer Moor" moorland nature trail and the "Weidmoos" bird paradise. In the west, you can cycle on the Bavarian side of the Salzach and Inn rivers as well as on the Austrian side of the rivers - discovery experiences guaranteed!
Explorer tips
Outstanding views, special museums and extraordinary gems - you should take some time to discover them. You will find information along the way.
- Braunau am Inn city adventure trail
The adventure trail invites you to discover original sites of Bavarian and Upper Austrian history and leads through the picturesque historic centre to the sixth-highest church tower in Austria. - Branch church in Gebertsham - lake view
Beautiful church on the edge of the path with a marvellous view of Lake Mattsee and the mountains. - Hildegard Naturhaus herb garden
The 6,000 m2 Hildegard herb garden invites you to rest and take a deep breath and is an experience for all the senses. Discover over 200 medicinal herbs in the medicinal garden. - Ibmer Moor nature trail
The largest contiguous moor complex in Austria is located on the Upper Austrian - Salzburg border. A 4 km long moor nature trail with information boards explains the formation of the moor and its habitat. - Viewing platform in Hochburg
Wonderful view of the longest castle in the world in Burghausen, on the Bavarian side of the Salzach. The six metre high castle window is a wonderful photo opportunity.
Accommodation for your cycling holiday
The ideal accommodation is where you feel comfortable. It serves as a retreat, for relaxation, for switching off. It is an important part of the ideal cycling holiday. Choose one that suits you.
