Salzburg To Vienna Cycle
A unique cycle journey to experience the very best of Austria's sublime scenery, from the deep blue lakes of Salzkammergut, known as Austria's Lakes District, to the majestic Danube River, renowned for its vineyards, castles and historic towns.
From Mozart's home town, Salzburg, the cycle route heads west to the banks of several lakes including Mondsee and Attersee. There is ample time to explore the valleys and small towns in the vicinity before continuing to the Danube and the town of Linz, the capital of Upper Austria.
Following the Danube bends past monasteries, and the UNESCO listed Wachau Valley, famous for its wines and classic scenery, the cycling ends in the magnificent city of Vienna.
Staying in specially selected 3 and 4 star hotels, this cycle trip offers both comfort and a sense of achievement.
From Mozart's home town, Salzburg, the cycle route heads west to the banks of several lakes including Mondsee and Attersee. There is ample time to explore the valleys and small towns in the vicinity before continuing to the Danube and the town of Linz, the capital of Upper Austria.
Following the Danube bends past monasteries, and the UNESCO listed Wachau Valley, famous for its wines and classic scenery, the cycling ends in the magnificent city of Vienna.
Staying in specially selected 3 and 4 star hotels, this cycle trip offers both comfort and a sense of achievement.
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Itinerary / Highlights
DAY 1 Arrive SalzburgDAY 2 Cycle to Attersee via an old railroad track (45km)
DAY 3 Pass through the Wei�enbachtal Valley enroute to Gmunden, the former imperial capital of salt (39km)
DAY 4 Cycle to Lambach, then by train to Linz (32km)
DAY 5 Visit Monastery of Florian and the oldest town in Austria, Enns, enroute to the baroque village of Grein (or Ardagger) (58/56km)
DAY 6 Cycle through the Wachau, visiting the Benedictine Monastery at Melk, or sampling local wine at one of the 'Heurigen' (typical wine taverns) (70/76km)
DAY 7 Pass through the medieval town of Krems to Tulln, then by train to Vienna (62km)
DAY 8 Trip concludes Vienna
