Cycling in Austria
Cycling escapes and waterscapes go together as well as Schnapps and Schnitzel in Austria. Which is amazing, given that it’s a landlocked country. But with our Austria cycling holidays taking you to aquatic gems such as Lake Constance, the River Danube, Carinthian Lakes and, the mightiest of them all for many, the Salzkammergut Lake District, you are never short of dips on these trips. And, for a country where over half the country is covered in mountains, we also have plenty of Austrian alpine cycling adventures, many of them epic rides across borders.
Popular bike tours in Austria
New cycling holidays
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Best time to go to Austria
We offer a wide array of holidays in Austria, from hiking and cycling to cross-country skiing. If you want to hear the sound of music on your travels, check out our tips on the best time to go to Austria.
Everything you need to know about cycling the Ciro Trail
This is a superb 140km journey between Mostar in Bosnia-Herzegovina and Dubrovnik in Croatia, following a former railway line. Our version starts in Sarajevo, so that you can enjoy the mountains enveloping the great capital before sliding onto the Ciro.
E-bike holidays that aim high
E-bikes have done so much for cycling holidays. When they first arrived on the scene, traditional cyclists were cynical, and now many are going electrical. We highlight some of our tougher trails, made so much more accessible by powering up.
Breaking boundaries with our guide to multi-country cycling holidays
Fancy making a break for the border? Experience true freedom of movement on a bike with our wide array of self-guided cycling holidays through two or three countries. Just stick a passport in your pannier and start pedalling.
Top cycling holidays accessible by train
If you enjoy the slow travel aspect of a cycling tour, watching landscapes gradually unfold around you, and taking in the view as you traverse new terrain, then you’ll love travelling by train. Read more to swap contrails for loco-rails.
What to pack for a cycling trip
A few top tips on must haves for a velo-vacay, starting with a helmet and working from head down to your toes. From sustainable gear to chafing and cleats, there’s a lot to ponder.
