Zillertal Cycle Path and Hohe Tauern

After your arrival, you should not miss out on a visit to the Tyrolean capital. Stroll through the beautiful old town of the Alpine metropolis. It's not big, but the city's landmark is certainly magnificent. A roof adorned with 2,657 golden shingles, Goldenes Dachl is located in the middle of the Gothic Old Town. An excursion to the famous Bergisel ski jump, from whose tower you have a unique view of the city and the Nordkette mountain range, is well worthwhile.

Leaving Innsbruck, you are accompanied by the high Alpine peaks. You follow the banks of the Inn on the cycle path of the same name and enjoy the passing landscape. Take a break in Wattens and visit the Swarowski Crystal Worlds (not included). This unique place of fantasy with thousands and thousands of glittering crystals will inspire you. Leisurely set off on the last few kilometers of your first cycling stage. Once you arrive in Strass, at the entrance to the Zillertal, you have reached your overnight accommodation for today.

You cycle along the Zillertal cycle path into the wide valley. To the left and right, the mountain giants over 3000 meters high, in the middle the river and you. Enjoy the view and the sun as you cycle through small villages and green meadows. In the early afternoon, you will cross the Gerlos Pass. But don't worry – you don't have to pedal and sweat, but sit comfortably in the transfer bus that takes you to Krimml. During the journey, you will pass Europe's largest waterfalls.

Before you leave Krimml, visit the Krimml Waterfalls, which you can reach via a high-level trail. A unique natural spectacle awaits you – the thundering masses of water plunge 380 meters over three steps. Then hop on your bike and enjoy a leisurely ride along the Salzach through the Hohe Tauern National Park. Enjoy the peace and quiet and the beautiful scenery of this fairytale landscape.

Take a refreshing dip in Lake Zell before starting your exciting stage. There is a lot to see today. First, the route takes you to the famous Maria Alm pilgrimage church. Soon after, you will reach Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer. Take a break with a view of the sea, which in this case is not water but a mountain range. On your way towards Lofer, you will come across further highlights. The Seisenbergklamm gorge and the Lamprechtshöhle cave, both of which are open to visitors.

On your last day's tour, you cycle through the tranquil Saalachtal valley. You cross the border into Germany and reach Bad Reichenhall, a town with typical Bavarian flair. Take a break in a café in the charming old town and enjoy the hospitality of the locals. Another short stretch in the saddle and you have reached the Mozart city of Salzburg. Numerous cultural attractions await you. A must is a visit to the Hohensalzburg Fortress, from where you have a magnificent view over the city.

Your eventful journey on the Zillertal cycle path and through the Hohe Tauern region has already come to an end. If you still have some time before your departure, visit Salzburg's old town with the famous Getreidegasse and Mozart's birthplace. We would be happy to book you an extra night in Salzburg if you would like to spend more time in the festival city.