Cycling the Lakes and Rivers of the Salzkammergut

Arrive at the hotel in the peaceful spa gardens of Bad Goisern.

Head to Gmunden by train to explore this delightful resort. Explore with a visit to Orth castle and see the ceramic chimes in the tower of the town hall. Following a lakeside bike path you’ll reach Ebensee at the end of the lake. Continue along the River Traun to reach Bad Ischl. The former imperial city has many attractions including the Imperial Park, Imperial Villa, and Sissi’s teahouse. After your visit it is just a few kilometres back to the hotel.

Transfer to Gosau, then cycle to Gosausee for spectacular views of the Dachstein mountains. Ride back along the Gosaubach river to Lake Hallstatt before returning to Bad Goisern. Please note that some sections of this route may follow busier roads with traffic, particularly when approaching towns.

Follow the River Traun to Bad Ischl and the Ischler Ache to Lake Wolfgangsee. The town is renowned for its beautiful 15th century church and frescoed houses, and you can also take the cog railway to the top of Schafberg. Take the ferry (ticket not included) across the lake and return to the hotel via Lake Nussensee.

Today’s route takes you along the lake’s edge and allows you to explore the World Heritage area around Lake Hallstatt. Visit the oldest salt mine in the world, dating back 7000 years and the spectacular Dachstein Ice Caves, or perhaps take a relaxing boat trip on the lake.

Take the train to Bad Aussee and ride out along Lake Grundlsee, the largest lake in Styria and a quiet nature reserve where motorboats are banned. Continue to the remote Lake Toplitzsee before returning past Lake Altaussee, at the foot of the Totes Gebirge.