Tauern Cycle Path for Families

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From Krimml to Salzburg

The Hohe Tauern National Park gives its name to this beautiful cycle route. The views of its snow-covered peaks will inspire you right at the start of your journey. The river valleys of the Salzach, Saalach and Inn lead you through diverse flora and fauna and take you to high culture, unknown gems, authentic cuisine and unadulterated customs. This impressive diversity makes the Tauern Cycle Trail a true feast for all the senses. The daily stages are easy for families to master, leaving plenty of time for breaks and sightseeing.

Details about a cycling vacation on the Tauern Cycle Path

Your cycling vacation starts in the picturesque village of Krimml, where you can visit the waterfalls after your arrival. The first stage takes you to Stuhlfelden in the middle of the Hohe Tauern National Park. On the way, you pass Mittersill with the National Park Worlds Museum.

Via Kaprun you reach Lake Zell and the tranquil Maria Alm. The towering village church with the Steinernes Meer in the background is the perfect photo motif, while the summer toboggan run on the Biberg is not just for children. Between Saalfelden and Unken, the Seisenbergklamm gorge awaits you as a scenic highlight before the last few kilometers of the cycle tour take you to the festival city of Salzburg.

The highlights of the cycle tour for families

The Krimml waterfalls: The roaring water falls 380 meters into the depths, making the Krimml Falls the largest in Europe. The natural spectacle that you should not miss at your starting point is correspondingly impressive. An approximately four-kilometre-long hiking trail leads along the waterfalls and offers magnificent views.

Attractions for young and old: in addition to the beautiful landscape, this route has plenty of fun and action up its sleeve. A dip in Lake Zell, the summer toboggan run on the Biberg or a visit to the Berger chocolate factory - there is guaranteed to be something for everyone. Stop at Hellbrunn Palace just outside Salzburg and enjoy the 400-year-old trick fountains.

The Mozart city of Salzburg: you have truly earned a delicious pastry at your destination, be it Salzburger Nockerl or an apple strudel. Afterwards, you will have enough energy to explore the world-famous old town, visit the House of Nature or climb up to Hohensalzburg Fortress.

Interesting facts about the cycle tour from Krimml to Salzburg

The Tauern Cycle Path measures a total of 300 kilometers between Krimml and Passau, on this Eurobike cycle tour you cover around 150 kilometers of this distance. The route from Krimml to Salzburg is suitable for families and leisure cyclists who want to enjoy the countryside, culture and culinary delights as well as the sporting activity. Thanks to the picturesque valleys, you can expect a mostly flat route on the Tauern Cycle Path. The individual stages are between 25 and 35 kilometers long.

A cycling vacation offers families incomparable experiences and a wonderful break from everyday life! Browse through the entire repertoire of our cycle tours for families and make plans for your next adventure together.