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Family with bicycles refreshing at a stone fountain in an Alpine village. A chapel and traditional buildings are visible in the background.

Tauern cycle path for families

From Krimml to Salzburg

7 Days / 6 Nights
Challenging
158  kg
CO₂-Emissions are offset
158  kg
CO₂-Emissions are offset
Family with bicycles refreshing at a stone fountain in an Alpine village. A chapel and traditional buildings are visible in the background.

The essentials at a glance

This family cycling tour follows the Tauern Cycle Path through Austria from Krimml to Salzburg. Daily stages range from 20-35 km on well-signposted, mostly asphalted paths. Highlights include the Krimml waterfalls (Europe's highest), Lake Zell, Seisenbergklamm gorge, and Salzburg's attractions like Mozart's birthplace and Hellbrunn Palace. The route passes through the National Park with snow-capped mountain views, authentic villages, and opportunities to visit chocolate manufacturers and museums.

The Hohe Tauern National Park gives its name to this beautiful cycle path. The views of the snow-capped peaks will delight you right from the very start. The Salzach, Saalach and Inn river valleys will guide you past a wide range of flora and fauna, authentic cultural and culinary delights as well as past truly genuine customs. This impressive diversity offered up by the Tauern Cycle Path ensures that all your senses are truly awakened. The daily stages are well-suited for families and leave enough time in the day for breaks and sight-seeing.

Upper Krimml Waterfalls cascading down rocky slopes surrounded by green meadows and dense forests under a blue sky with white clouds.
Four cyclists with bikes at a fountain in Maishofen village square, with a church spire and mountains in the background under blue sky.
Smiling girl peeks through wooden playground structure while woman stands on elevated walkway in background. Sunny day with blue sky and trees.
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Your cycling vacation begins in the picturesque village of Krimml, where, upon arrival, a visit to the waterfalls is recommended. The first stage takes you to Stuhlfelden in the heart of the Hohe Tauern National Park. Along the way, you'll pass through Mittersill with the National Park Worlds Museum.

Passing through Kaprun, you'll discover Lake Zell and the picturesque village of Maria Alm. The iconic village church, set against the backdrop of the Steinernes Meer, offers an ideal photo opportunity. Meanwhile, the summer toboggan run at Biberg is not only for kids. Between Saalfelden and Unken, the scenic Seisenbergklamm awaits you before you wrap up the final kilometers of your cycling adventure in the festival city of Salzburg.

  • The Krimml Waterfalls: With a thunderous roar, the water plunges 380 meters, establishing the Krimml Falls as the largest in Europe. The natural spectacle at your starting point is equally awe-inspiring and not to be missed. A roughly four-kilometer hiking trail runs along the waterfalls, providing excellent perspectives.
  • Attractions for young and old: In addition to the stunning natural landscape, this route has plenty of fun and action in store. Take a dip in Lake Zell, experience the summer toboggan run at Biberg, or visit the Berger chocolate factory – there's something for everyone. Make a stop at the outskirts of Salzburg at Hellbrunn Palace and delight in the 400-year-old water features.
  • The Mozart city of Salzburg: At your destination, you‘ll have well and truly earned a delicious Austrian specialty, be it Salzburger Nockerl or apple strudel. Afterwards, you will still have enough energy to explore the world-famous old town, visit the House of Nature or climb up to Hohensalzburg Fortress.

The Tauern Cycle Path spans 300 kilometers from Krimml to Passau. During this Eurobike cycling tour, you'll cover about 150 kilometers of this route. The segment from Krimml to Salzburg is well-suited for both families and recreational cyclists seeking to savor not just the physical activity but also the scenery, culture, and culinary experiences. The Tauern Cycle Path, with its picturesque valleys, primarily features a flat route. The individual stages range from 25 to 35 kilometers in length.

A cycling vacation provides families with unparalleled experiences and a wonderful break from everyday life! Explore the entire repertoire of our family cycling tours and forge plans together for the next adventure.

Upper Krimml Waterfalls cascading down rocky slopes surrounded by green meadows and dense forests under a blue sky with white clouds.
Four cyclists with bikes at a fountain in Maishofen village square, with a church spire and mountains in the background under blue sky.
Smiling girl peeks through wooden playground structure while woman stands on elevated walkway in background. Sunny day with blue sky and trees.

Itinerary at a glance

The Krimml waterfalls, a true natural spectacle, await you. Jump into Lake Zell and explore the mystical Seisenbergklamm gorge. To end the week, visit the House of Nature in Salzburg.

Take a walk today to see Europe’s highest waterfalls.

Hotel (example): Klockerhaus

Leaving the Krimml waterfalls behind you, you will cycle along the Salzach river. From the bike path, you can see the snow-capped mountains. The valley gets wider and wider allowing you to comfortably ride over green meadow to Mittersill and Stuhlfelden. As you are in the National Park, you can also visit the “Nationalparkwelten” (National Park Worlds) museum.

Hotel (example): Flatscher

From Oberpinzgau we continue towards Mittelpinzgau. The region here knows how to impress with its particularly lush flora and fauna. Authentic cuisine and unadulterated customs make this region particularly lovable. Once in Kaprun, a visit to the high mountain reservoirs is a special experience.

Hotel (example): Martini

Take the opportunity for a refreshing dip in Lake Zell. You will soon arrive in Saalfelden having cycled via the castle village of Maishofen and Maria Alm with its well-known pilgrimage church. The summer toboggan run is great fun for kids and adults.

Hotel (example): Ritzenhof 

The cycle path along the Saalach river leads you to the impressive Seisenbergklamm gorge and the Lamprechtshöhle (Europe’s deepest cave). The well-known chocolate manufacturer “Berger” is located in Lofer. Re-energised, you cycle a little further to the tranquil village of Unken.

Hotel (example): Kirchenwirt

You continue on the bike path running along the Saalach into the little German corner. Here, the next sweet temptation awaits - Konditorei Reber, a cake shop. You are sure to have burnt the extra calories by the time you arrive in Salzburg. Your children will love the water games at Hellbrunn Palace. Plan time for a visit to Mozart’s birthplace too.

Hotel example: Harry's Home

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Cyclist with child trailer on paved path through green meadows with Steinernes Meer mountain range in background under blue sky.
Two brown horses with halters standing in a green meadow in Pinzgau. Snow-capped mountains and blue sky visible in the background.
Woman and child on a terrace overlooking Lake Zell with green mountains in the background. A table and chairs are visible on the deck.
Expansive green meadow with mountain valley view near Zeller See. Alpine peaks and villages visible under blue sky with white clouds.
Child in red shirt reading an educational sign at Seisenbergklamm gorge. A rushing stream flows through lush green forest with birch trees.
Three cyclists riding through green fields on Hellbrunner Allee near Salzburg with the Untersberg mountain in the background under blue sky.

Difficulty level

Challenging

The Tauern Cycle Path is continuously signposted and runs on quiet, asphalted cycle paths and country roads. The cycling stages are between 25 and 35 km long and the topography ranges from flat to hilly. We recommend that children have a good basic level of fitness and good cycling skills (including safety in traffic).

Prices & Dates

*Children's prices valid in a room with 2 full-paying adults. Charges for children under 6 years (for example Child bed) to be paid for on site.

Prices per person in EUR

Our rental bikes

Eurobike unisex rental bike with 21/24 gears
Unisex bike 21/24-speed
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

High-quality unisex touring bike with comfortable low entry

Body size approx. 148 cm - 190 cm

43 cm |
46 cm |
51 cm |
56 cm
Eurobike Men's Rental Bike with 21 gears
Men's bike 21-speed
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

High-quality men's touring bike with classic diamond frame

Body size approx. 165 cm - 205 cm

56-51 "sloping" cm |
60 cm |
64 cm
Eurobike Rental Bike PLUS
Rental Bike PLUS 20/27-speed
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

Sportier, lighter and more precise premium rental bike with diamond frame

Body size approx. 155 cm - 205 cm

46 cm |
50 cm |
51 cm |
55 cm |
60 cm |
63 cm
Eurobike e-bike rental from KTM
Unisex Electric Bike 8-speed
Hub gears with freewheel

High-quality unisex electric bike with comfortable low entry

Body size approx. 148 cm - 195 cm

46 cm "xs" |
46 cm |
51 cm |
56 cm
Eurobike children's rental bike 24
Children's bike
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

High-quality children's bike whose number of gears is determined by the size of the bike

Body size approx. 115 cm - 150 cm

20 inch |
24 inch |
26 inch
Eurobike Follow-Me
Follow-Me
Children's bike + Follow-Me

For children who are already able to ride the bike on their own, but would also like to be pulled along the route by their parents, we offer a Follow-Me always in combination with an Eurobike 20 inch children's bike (body size approx. 115 cm - 150 cm) and a rental bike for the parents.

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accommodation in 3***-hotels, inns and guesthouses
  • Breakfast
  • Luggage transfer
  • EUROBIKE developed route
  • Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English, French)
  • App for Navigation and GPS-data 
  • Service hotline

Optional extras

  • Bike rental, including rental bike insurance
  • Return transfer by minibus to Krimml, every day in the afternoon, costs EUR 99 per person, extra EUR 39 for your own bike, reservation is necessary, to be paid for in advance.

Arrival / Parking / Departure

  • Krimml train station
  • Salzburg airport
  • Parking in Krimml: free public parking spaces
  • Parking in Salzburg: Hotel parking spaces, costs approx. EUR 12 to EUR 25 per day,
    public parking garage, costs approx.. EUR 80 to EUR 115 per week

Things to note

  • Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price
  • Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!

Join us in achieving greater sustainability by choosing our digital route book, rather than the printed version. As a small thank you we will give you a discount of €20 per room.

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accommodation in 3***-hotels, inns and guesthouses
  • Breakfast
  • Luggage transfer
  • Digital travel documents incl. navigation app, GPS-data, route book
    Service hotline

Optional extras

  • Printed route book, per room EUR 20

  • Bike rental, including rental bike insurance

  • Return transfer from Salzburg to Krimml, every day in the afternoon, costs EUR 109 per person, extra EUR 45 for your own bike, reservation is necessary, to be paid for in advance.

Arrival / Parking / Departure

  • Arrival by train to Krimml
  • Salzburg, Innsbruck or Munich airport
  • Parking: hotel parking spaces, costs approx. EUR 10 per week, hotel garage, costs approx. EUR 6 per day, free public parking space
  • Departure by train from Salzburg to Krimml, duration approx. 3 hours with 1 change in Zell am See

Things to note

  • Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price
  • Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!

Travel stories of this tour

Personally on site for you

Team on Tour
A Cycling Vacation for the Whole Family
A cycling vacation with Eurobike is about so much more than just riding a bike in a new place. It’s the moments along the way - both big and small - that make your cycling vacation truly special. Whether you're chasing adventure, savoring local flavors, or simply enjoying time with your loved ones, the focus is entirely up to you. Cycling holidays for families are a wonderful way to take a break from the everyday and spend meaningful time together - and that’s exactly what some of our Eurobike team members did. Alongside their families, they hit the trails on the Alpe-Adria Cycle Path, the Danube Cycle Path, and the Tauern Cycle Path. We’ve compiled the most beautiful highlights from their journeys for you in this blog post.
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Our contribution to climate protection

158 kg
CO₂-Emissions are offset
With a cycling holiday, you are opting for an extremely climate-friendly form of travel. We are aware that even this generates a certain amount of CO2 emissions, even if this is low compared to other forms of travel. The emissions caused are calculated per travel and person using the internationally recognised ‘Carmacal’ CO2 calculator and offset by supporting carefully selected climate protection projects. A detailed overview of emissions in the areas of transport, accommodation, activities and on-site catering can be found here.
158 kg
CO₂-Emissions are offset
With a cycling holiday, you are opting for an extremely climate-friendly form of travel. We are aware that even this generates a certain amount of CO2 emissions, even if this is low compared to other forms of travel. The emissions caused are calculated per travel and person using the internationally recognised ‘Carmacal’ CO2 calculator and offset by supporting carefully selected climate protection projects. A detailed overview of emissions in the areas of transport, accommodation, activities and on-site catering can be found here.

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