Mountain bike holidays in Austria
Mountain biking and e-biking in Austria
One of the best ways to experience the Alps first-hand is to go on a mountain biking holiday in Austria. With its perfectly maintained trails, spectacular mountain scenery and 26 specialist bike hotels, Austria is a top destination for mountain bikers of all abilities. Whether you’re a beginner, leisure rider or enduro pro, you'll find the right region, tour and accommodation for your perfect mountain bike holiday in Austria.
Austria
offers a unique combination of:
- over 100,000 km of cycle routes
- perfectly signposted tours
- modern bike parks
- a high concentration of bike hotels
The Alpine landscapes offer ideal conditions for an active cycling holiday in Austria – from challenging mountain bike tours and flowing single trails to well-developed e-bike routes through valleys and along lakes.
Carinthia
Carinthia is the southernmost province in Austria. Here you can enjoy mild temperatures and a long bike season between gentle mountains and warm lakes.
- Flow Country Trail Bad Kleinkirchheim
- Three nature trails at Lake Weissensee
- Biking on historic border trails
Upper Austria
Uphill on a mountain bike in breathtaking nature - challenging climbs, crystal-clear lakes and rustic huts - you'll find it all in Upper Austria.
- The Salzkammergut Trophy
- The BergeSeen eTrail
- Cool off in the numerous bathing lakes
Salzburger Land
Rugged rocks, white water and mountain air: face the elements while mountain biking in the five regions of Salzburger Land.
- 5 (!) bike parks
- The BIG-5 Challenge
- 400 alpine pastures accessible by bike
Styria
In the green heart of Austria, you can bike through some of the most beautiful natural scenery in the country. Here you can go from glacier to vineyard and from single trail to lakeshore in the blink of an eye.
- Gentle lake tours in the Styrian Salzkammergut Altaussee
- Augst Trail in the Salzkammergut
- e-bike tours around the Sarstein
Tyrol
In Tirol, you will find challenging climbs, unforgettable panoramas and easy trails as well as bike parks, winding downhill routes and e-mountainbike tours.
- Flimjochtrail in Ischgl
- Fleckalmtrail in the Kitzbühel Alps
- Blindsee Trail in the Tiroler Zugspitz Arena
Vorarlberg
In a small area, Vorarlberg will impress you with an amazing variety of landscapes and tours that lead from Lake Constance all the way up to the mountains of Arlberg, Silvretta and Rätikon.
- The Au circuit around the Mittagsfluh
- The Mellental circuit
- The Schoppernau circuit
Mountain bike holidays in Austria
Anyone planning a cycling holiday in Austria can look forward to varied terrain and first-class facilities. Conquer peaks, push your limits and discover leisurely rides – a mountain biking holiday in Austria simply offers everything a cyclist could wish for!
Leisurely trails, easy climbs and challenging tours: in St. Anton am Arlberg there is something for every biker.
The Kitzbühel Alps-Hohe Salve offers mountain bikers a range of trails and tours that will leave you grinning with satisfaction.
Variety is guaranteed in the NOCKBIKE region! Do you love tours and trails? Excursions with the family? You're sure to find the right thing here.
Whether beginner, connoisseur or family - the tours almost always have a wonderful view of the Hahnenkamm, Kitzbüheler Horn and Wilder Kaiser.
As the name suggests, the Tiroler Zugspitz Arena is home to the Zugspitze - and it's also a great place for mountain biking.
Over 9 cable cars on 7 mountains provide unlimited mountain bike experiences in the Home of Lässig.
Unlimited bike adventure: Ride the 3-country Enduro trails from Austria through Italy to Switzerland – and back.
Crystal-clear lakes to cool off and places like Flachau that shine as certified bike spots in summer.
The Ausseerland Salzkammergut offers summer holidays and bike adventures: idyllic lakes, breathtaking mountains and cultural highlights await you.
Alpine views and top trails give you goosebumps – perfect for cross-country, downhill and freeride action.
In addition to the fantastic mountain landscape, the beautiful lake region also offers a number of bike tours.
The Zillertal is the ideal MTB home base for exploring the surrounding mountains - whether with family or your bike buddies.
If your idea of mountain biking knows no bounds, then the Weissensee mountain & lake region are just the place for you.
One of the best regions for flow trails and downhill – set in the wild, impressive alpine landscapes.
With 460 bike kilometres, the Bregenzerwald region offers great biking fun despite its relatively small size.
A true paradise for mountain bikers - a varied mountain landscape and perfectly signposted trails.
Hotels for your biking holiday in Austria
From insider tips and route planning to guided tours: the hosts at our 26 mountain bike hotels in Austria have cycling in their blood. Whether it’s a long weekend or an extended mountain biking holiday in Austria – every cyclist will find their own personal highlight here!
Mountain biking is in Flachau's DNA
Individual Bregenzerwald bike base with all-round bike service
Between Dachsteinrunde & BergeSeen eTrail in Salzkammergut
MTB base with bike pioneer Harry Ploner in Nauders
Casual luxury bike holiday in St. Anton am Arlberg
Tyrolean coziness & family flair in a sunny location
Arrive & feel good between alpine tours & rustic pastures
Here, your heart beats to the rhythm of biking
Right by the Brennsee – in the middle of the Nockbike region
Feel at home in the middle of the Zillertal mountains
The boutique bike hotel for gourmets & pleasure bikers
Rustic Wälderstube meets modern Simplon test center
Alpine coziness meets true biking passion
Climate-positive mountain bike holiday with heart in Leogang
Bike & Bath at Lake Weissensee – pack your bike gear & swimwear!
You like to move it? Experience the active "Wally way of life"
Modernity meets tradition in high-alpine Paznaun-Ischgl
Tyrolean coziness, top tours and dream trails
Bike, relax & enjoy - at the Lifesporthotel Hechenmoos in Aurach
Flow, panorama & relaxation: bike time-out at the GUT Trattlerhof in…
Your MTB home base just 800 meters from the bike park
Nature resort above Leogang: trails, panorama and relaxation in the Heaven…
Summit thrills & indulgence – all under one helmet!
Pure nature & summer freshness in your own Altaussee chalet
Nomen est omen – enjoy the best views & bike expertise
Who is a mountain bike holiday in Austria suitable for?
Austria offers the right options for every level:
- Beginners: wide forest paths and easy trails
- Advanced: varied single trails
- Pros: technical descents and bike parks
Many regions also offer technical training and guided tours.
What tips will help you have a perfect MTB holiday?
The most important factor in ensuring a successful MTB holiday is a realistic assessment of your own abilities.
- Choose tours to suit your own level
- Check the weather and altitude beforehand
- Use GPS tracks or guides
- plan enough breaks
How do you get to a mountain biking holiday in Austria?
Getting to a mountain biking holiday in Austria is easy, and most people travel by car, train or plane. Austria has an extensive motorway network where a motorway toll sticker is required, as well as major international rail hubs such as Salzburg and Innsbruck. Airports such as Salzburg and Munich offer quick onward travel to the cycling regions.
Why is Austria one of the best destinations for mountain bikers?
Austria impresses mountain bikers with an exceptional combination of varied MTB tours and trails for every level, a very well-developed bike infrastructure with lift support and certified bike hotels. Regions such as Vorarlberg, Tyrol, Salzburg and Carinthia also offer a dense network of single trails, bike parks and guided tours for beginners to pros.
When is the best time to go mountain biking in Austria?
The ideal season is between:
- May to October: Classic mountain bike season
- July to September: High alpine trails usually snow-free
Spring and autumn often offer the best conditions for relaxed tours.
What equipment is needed for a mountain bike holiday in Austria?
Basic functional equipment is essential for a mountain bike holiday in Austria. This includes a helmet, gloves and weatherproof clothing, as the weather in the Alps can change quickly. In many cycling regions, a spare inner tube is also recommended, as longer mountain trails can be remote and lack direct access to facilities.
