Take a walk today to see Europe’s highest waterfalls

Today’s stage takes you through the Hohe Tauern National Park and the Upper Pinzgau region. Stunning views of snow-covered, three-thousand-metre peaks will accompany you the whole way. Your immediate surroundings will alternate between lush green meadows and cute little villages, which offer you a fairytale backdrop. Take a stroll in Zell am See along the edge of the lake and enjoy the special flair found in this mountain town.

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. Maria Alm is a great place to take a lunch break. Other highlights along the way to Lofer include the Seisenberg gorge and Lamprechtshöhle (Europe’s deepest cave) near Weißbach.

On today’s bike ride, you will be cycling through the tranquil Saalach valley. Bad Reichenhall tucked away in a little corner of Germany is bound to enchant you. Just a little bit further left to go before you will arrive in Salzburg, the city of Mozart. The vast amount of culture there will enthral you for sure. Make sure to leave enough time for a wander around the historic city and to visit Mozart’s birthplace.

In Oberndorf you can visit the ”Silent Night” chapel. Obendorf’s extensive alluvial forests will then lead you to Tittmoning. From there you follow the “Naturerlebnisweg Unterer Inn“ (Lower Inn nature discovery trail) to Burghausen. A magnificent old town and the largest castle complex in Central Europe are the two most noteworthy features in this town.

You will leisurely cycle along the Inn cycle path to the gothic town of Braunau. Along the way, you will see many bird colonies nesting close to the riverbanks. You continuously follow the German-Austrian border until you get to Obernberg where you will be staying tonight. Check out its well-known marketplace and its baroque architecture. Bad Füssing, a Bavarian spa town, is just a stone’s throw away from here.

You continue along the Inn river, which the famous Reichersberg abbey lies next to. In Schärding make sure to take a break at its baroque market square before reaching Passau, today’s destination. In Passau a three rivers cruise would most certainly be a fitting end to your cycle tour.

Take a stroll today to Europe’s largest waterfalls, where water plunges a total of 380 meters (1,247 feet) across three impressive tiers. Well-marked trails lead to several breathtaking viewpoints, and the mist rising from the roaring falls adds to the unique, enchanting atmosphere of this extraordinary place.

The stage through Hohe Tauern National Park and Oberpinzgau is defined by views of snow-capped peaks towering over 3,000 meters (9,840 feet). You’ll cycle past lush meadows and charming villages—a truly fairytale setting. Your stop at Zell am See, a picturesque lakeside town, invites you to swim, enjoy water sports, or stroll along the promenade.

Start your day with a refreshing swim in Lake Zell. Along the route, you’ll pass the castle village of Maishofen and the charming town of Maria Alm before stopping in Saalfelden for a midday break. Spectacular natural scenery awaits you at Seisenbachklamm gorge, leading you onward to your day’s destination, Lofer.

Today, you’ll cycle along the banks of the Saalach River to Bad Reichenhall, a town full of Bavarian charm and tradition. Just a few miles remain until you reach the Mozart city of Salzburg, renowned for its art, cuisine, and culture. Take your time exploring the old town, the Salzach riverfront, the Mirabell Gardens, and the fortress overlooking the city.

In Oberndorf, visit the “Silent Night Chapel” before cycling through expansive riverbank forests on your way to Tittmoning. From there, you’ll follow the “Lower Inn Nature Trail” all the way to Burghausen. Along with its charming old town, Burghausen invites you to explore the largest castle complex in Central Europe.

Along the Inn Cycle Path, enjoy a leisurely ride to the Gothic town of Braunau, where you can pause to listen to the many birds nesting in the riverside meadows. Following the German-Austrian border, you’ll continue to the Baroque town of Obernberg, known for its lively market square. Your day ends in Bad Füssing, where you can relax and unwind with a soothing evening at the thermal spa.

Continue along the Inn River, passing the renowned Reichersberg Abbey. Pause in Schärding to stroll along the famous Silberzeile. The final kilometers take you once more through charming nature and picturesque villages. When you arrive in Passau, you’ll be welcomed by the meeting of three rivers—the Danube, Inn, and Ilz. A river cruise here makes for the perfect finale to your cycling adventure.Continue along the Inn River, passing the renowned Reichersberg Abbey. Pause in Schärding to stroll along the famous Silberzeile. The final kilometers take you once more through charming nature and picturesque villages. When you arrive in Passau, you’ll be welcomed by the meeting of three rivers—the Danube, Inn, and Ilz. A river cruise here makes for the perfect finale to your cycling adventure.