Piste cyclable du Tauern Krimml - Passau 10/9

From the Krimml Waterfalls you go down to the Salzach. From the cycle path you can admire the snow-covered mountains. The valley gets wider and wider and you cycle comfortably over green meadows to Mittersill. Since you are in the middle of the national park, you can also visit the National Park Worlds Museum here.

Hotel example:

Cat. A.: Bräurup

Cat. B .: Flatscher

From Oberpinzgau we continue towards Mittelpinzgau. The area here is characterised by particularly lush flora and fauna. Authentic cuisine and genuine customs make this region particularly endearing. Once you arrive in Kaprun, a visit to the high mountain reservoirs is a special experience.

Hotel example:

Cat. A.:  Zum Hirschen

Cat. B.:  Martini

The Kitzsteinhorn glacier is reflected in Lake Zell. The crystal-clear water is also perfect for swimming. Austria's highest mountain, the Grossglockner, is not far away and can be reached by public transport. Or you can take the cable car up to the Schmittenhöhe and enjoy the view far into the valley.

Hotel example:

Cat. A.:  Zum Hirschen

Cat. B.:  Martini

You should take a refreshing swim in Lake Zell. Via the castle village of Maishofen and Maria Alm with its famous pilgrimage church, you will quickly reach Saalfelden, where you can enjoy your lunch break. Other highlights on your way to Lofer are the Seisenbergklamm and the Lamprechtshöhle near Weißbach.

Hotel example:

Cat. A.: To the Swiss

Cat. B.:  Bad Hochmoos

On today's day tour you will cycle through the tranquil Saalach Valley. Bad Reichenhall in the small German corner will enchant you with its Bavarian flair. Just a short distance more and you have reached the Mozart city of Salzburg. The rich cultural offering will inspire you. You should plan enough time for a stroll through the old town and a visit to Mozart's birthplace.

Hotel example:

Cat. A.:  Arcotel  Castellani

Cat. B.:  Ganslhof

Oberndorf with the "Silent Night Chapel" and extensive floodplain forests lead to Tittmoning. From here you follow the "Unterer Inn Nature Adventure Trail" to Burghausen. A magnificent old town and the largest castle complex in Central Europe are the most outstanding features of this town.

Hotel example:

Cat. A.:  Glöcklhofer

Cat. B.:  Bayerischer Hof

You can cycle comfortably along the Inn cycle path to the Gothic town of Braunau. Further along the route you will come across many bird colonies that nest near the river bank. You cycle along the German-Austrian border to your overnight stay in Obernberg with its well-known market square and baroque buildings. You may spend the night in the spa town of Bad Füssing.

Hotel example:

Cat. A.: Hotel Garni Bellevue 

Cat. B.:  Gasthof Post

The tour continues along the Inn, where the famous Reichersberg Abbey is located. In Schärding you should take another break at the baroque market square before you reach your destination, Passau. A river cruise would definitely be a fitting end to your cycling trip.

Hotel example:

Cat. A.:  Passauer Wolf

Cat. B.:  Hotel Spitzberg

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