Cycling Holidays In Austria

Austria is a superb destination for summer cycling. If scenery is high on your priority list then Austria certainly delivers. As a backdrop for a cycling holiday, the mountains and lakes of the Salzkammergut (Austria’s ‘Lake District’) are perfect. The secret for a reasonably leisurely holiday is to ensure you are not cycling up the mountains, and we’ve taken care of that!

Freewheel’s two cycling holidays in Austria use Salzburg as the arrival point, and many people add on extra nights to appreciate this fine city to the full. Our two itineraries make extensive use of cycle paths so you are kept away from traffic as much as possible – important if you have younger children in your party. Cycle routes are in river valleys with minimal upward gradients. Hotels are of excellent quality, many being in the 4 star bracket with impressive facilities including swimming pools. Our tour host will meet you on arrival in Salzburg and take you back there at the end of your holiday. He or she will make sure you have all the information you need to get the most from your holiday, including what to do on your ‘rest days’.

Our ‘Into the Valley of the Alps’ holiday was featured on the BBC’s Holiday programme in 2006, and has consistently been one of our best sellers. You can see the TV programme by clicking the ‘Video Gallery’. Both holidays in Austria are ideal for anyone trying a cycling holiday for the first time, for families with children, and for those who want a leisurely holiday with plenty of time to enjoy other activities. Both offer unbeatable value for money.

Wonderful scenery in Austria’s lake district and beyond, with many activities to suit all!

A wonderful ride through an area of outstanding natural beauty – definitely one of your favourites!