Cyclists can indulge themselves in Austria. Especially if you love a challenge, Austria is the place to be!
Austria is a dream destination for the avid cyclist. Practicing your favorite sport, surrounded by the beautiful surroundings of snow-capped mountain peaks, mirror-smooth mountain lakes and unspoiled nature. That's Austria. You fill your lungs with the clean and pure mountain air as you cycle up for miles. Once you arrive at the top, you can take in the beautiful views while enjoying a drink. Now that's enjoyment! The descent is also a feast because with the countless curves, Austria is the perfect destination to take turns in the brackets and enjoy the speed with the wind in your face as you descend towards the valley.
Austria has positively surprised us as cycling enthusiasts. We would like to inspire you to discover the challenging beauty of Austria for yourself and have prepared the following routes for you.
Großgloncker Hochalpenstraße -
The Großglockner Hochalpenstraße is one of the most famous roads, or perhaps THE most famous road in Austria. The road runs along the Großglockner. And those who go to Austria should definitely not miss a visit to the Großglockner. With a height of 3798 kilometers, the highest mountain in Austria is one of the biggest tourist attractions in the country. And as far as we are concerned, that is more than justified! The route along this mountain is also popular with cycling enthusiasts. The winding mountain road has no less than 36 (!) hairpin bends. The bends are numbered, so you can estimate how far it is to the top. That way we also knew approximately how high up we were, so we could adjust our cycling clothes accordingly. One of the things that makes the Großglockner Hochalpenstraße special is that you cross different climate zones along the way because of the huge difference in altitude. Down in the valley it can certainly be nice and warm in summer, while at the top of the mountain it is quite cold.
The Großglockner Hochalpenstraße is popular among avid cyclists, with the Edelweißspitze as the literal highlight. The Edelweißspitze is the highest point of the route and offers stunning views of the Alps. The road to the top is 1.5 kilometers long. That sounds short but make no mistake! It is a challenging climbing route with a maximum gradient of up to 14%. As if this challenge is not big enough, the road has no less than 7 hairpin bends and a road surface of cobblestones. So, this route is for the real diehards, but once you reach the top, all your efforts are rewarded. The top offers at 2571 km altitude, a phenomenal panoramic view over the Austrian Alps area. All soreness and muscle pain are forgotten in one fell swoop when you reach the top of the Edelweißspitze and are overwhelmed by the overwhelming beauty of the surrounding view.
Ötztaler Gletscherstraße -
The Ötztaler Gletscherstraße is a breathtaking route to the highest viewpoint in Austria, which lies at an altitude of 2830 meters. Not only are the views and the landscape breathtaking, but with an average gradient of 10.5%, the route can also be called breathtaking from a sporting perspective. The challenging route starts in the village of Sölden and leads through one of the most challenging ski areas, Rettenbach to the glacier areas in Öztal. Before you get there, you first cycle through the Rosi-Mittermeier-Tunnel, the highest tunnel in the Alps. If you cycle this route in the summer months, the icy glaciers form a surreal and impressive picture. It is important to think carefully about your cycling clothes before cycling this route. In the summer it is nice and warm down in the valley, but up on the mountain the temperature is around freezing.
Kaunertaler Gletscherstraße -
Are bends absolutely your thing? Then the Kaunertaler Gletscherstraße with its 29 bends is the route for you! The well-maintained route starts in the town of Prutz, which is seen as the gateway to the Kauntertal. The Kaunertal is a protected nature reserve characterized by the river Faggenbach which runs through it. Close to the source of this river, at the end of the Kaunertal, a mirror-smooth reservoir has been constructed in the mountains. With a length of no less than 6 kilometers, this reservoir is in the top 10 largest reservoirs in the world. The Kaunertaler Gletscherstraß route runs along the impressive reservoir and offers a magnificent view over the water. In addition, from the road along the reservoir, you can see the Kaunertal Glacier in the distance.
Bikepark Innsbruck -
Fans of mountain biking can have a great time in the bike park in Austria's capital. The Innsbruck bike park offers several trails of different levels. The park is known for its challenging downhill trails that are a dream for the experienced mountain biker. A ski elevator takes you and your mountain bike to the top of the mountain. After a short ride, you'll arrive at an information point where you can check out which trails all run downhill. Each route has its own color and difficulty level. The routes run through a beautiful, wooded area and are well-maintained. Is mountain biking really your thing? Then this bike park is a real must-go! Check out the Bike park's online brochure for more information.
Cyclists can indulge themselves in Austria. Especially if you love a challenge, Austria is the place to be!
Austria is a dream destination for the avid cyclist. Practicing your favorite sport, surrounded by the beautiful surroundings of snow-capped mountain peaks, mirror-smooth mountain lakes and unspoiled nature. That's Austria. You fill your lungs with the clean and pure mountain air as you cycle up for miles. Once you arrive at the top, you can take in the beautiful views while enjoying a drink. Now that's enjoyment! The descent is also a feast because with the countless curves, Austria is the perfect destination to take turns in the brackets and enjoy the speed with the wind in your face as you descend towards the valley.
Großglockner Hochalpenstraße -
The Großglockner Hochalpenstraße is one of the most famous roads, or perhaps THE most famous road in Austria. The road runs along the Großglockner. And those who go to Austria should definitely not miss a visit to the Großglockner. With a height of 3798 kilometers, the highest mountain in Austria is one of the biggest tourist attractions in the country. And as far as we are concerned, that is more than justified! The route along this mountain is also popular with cycling enthusiasts. The winding mountain road has no less than 36 (!) hairpin bends. The bends are numbered, so you can estimate how far it is to the top. That way we also knew approximately how high up we were, so we could adjust our cycling clothes accordingly. One of the things that makes the Großglockner Hochalpenstraße special is that you cross different climate zones along the way because of the huge difference in altitude. Down in the valley it can certainly be nice and warm in summer, while at the top of the mountain it is quite cold.
The Großglockner Hochalpenstraße is popular among avid cyclists, with the Edelweißspitze as the literal highlight. The Edelweißspitze is the highest point of the route and offers stunning views of the Alps. The road to the top is 1.5 kilometers long. That sounds short but make no mistake! It is a challenging climbing route with a maximum gradient of up to 14%. As if this challenge is not big enough, the road has no less than 7 hairpin bends and a road surface of cobblestones. So, this route is for the real diehards, but once you reach the top, all your efforts are rewarded. The top offers at 2571 km altitude, a phenomenal panoramic view over the Austrian Alps area. All soreness and muscle pain are forgotten in one fell swoop when you reach the top of the Edelweißspitze and are overwhelmed by the overwhelming beauty of the surrounding view.
Ötztaler Gletscherstraße -
The Ötztaler Gletscherstraße is a breathtaking route to the highest viewpoint in Austria, which lies at an altitude of 2830 meters. Not only are the views and the landscape breathtaking, but with an average gradient of 10.5%, the route can also be called breathtaking from a sporting perspective. The challenging route starts in the village of Sölden and leads through one of the most challenging ski areas, Rettenbach to the glacier areas in Öztal. Before you get there, you first cycle through the Rosi-Mittermeier-Tunnel, the highest tunnel in the Alps. If you cycle this route in the summer months, the icy glaciers form a surreal and impressive picture. It is important to think carefully about your cycling clothes before cycling this route. In the summer it is nice and warm down in the valley, but up on the mountain the temperature is around freezing.
Kaunertaler Gletscherstraße -
Are bends absolutely your thing? Then the Kaunertaler Gletscherstraße with its 29 bends is the route for you! The well-maintained route starts in the town of Prutz, which is seen as the gateway to the Kauntertal. The Kaunertal is a protected nature reserve characterized by the river Faggenbach which runs through it. Close to the source of this river, at the end of the Kaunertal, a mirror-smooth reservoir has been constructed in the mountains. With a length of no less than 6 kilometers, this reservoir is in the top 10 largest reservoirs in the world. The Kaunertaler Gletscherstraß route runs along the impressive reservoir and offers a magnificent view over the water. In addition, from the road along the reservoir, you can see the Kaunertal Glacier in the distance.
Bikepark Innsbruck -
Fans of mountain biking can have a great time in the bike park in Austria's capital. The Innsbruck bike park offers several trails of different levels. The park is known for its challenging downhill trails that are a dream for the experienced mountain biker. A ski elevator takes you and your mountain bike to the top of the mountain. After a short ride, you'll arrive at an information point where you can check out which trails all run downhill. Each route has its own color and difficulty level. The routes run through a beautiful, wooded area and are well-maintained. Is mountain biking really your thing? Then this bike park is a real must-go! Check out the Bike park's online brochure for more information.