Enjoyable cycling in the Lungau region

Enjoy a unique cycling holiday in Mauterndorf

Cycling fun in the UNESCO Biosphere Park Lungau

You feel free. Enjoy the warm rays of the sun, refresh yourself only a little later in the breeze and discover hidden places in the midst of picturesque nature - cycling in the Lungau is a unique experience for the whole family and every level of ability. Explore our homeland around Schau’s Lüftenegger, Mitterberg to the 13 side valleys of the UNESCO Biosphere Park Lungau and experience unique cycling moments.

Family biking on trail near 3-star pension in Salzburger Lungau, surrounded by mountains and countryside.
Two women biking on a trail with mountain scenery in Lungau, Austria.
Two cyclists pass a wayside shrine near a 3-star family pension in Mauterndorf, surrounded by lush mountains.

You simply have to experience it. Cycling in the Lungau. Only when you are on a bike can you really feel our Salzburg region, our breathtaking nature and the UNESCO Biosphere Park Lungau. With all your senses. With your whole body. The Lungau offers cycling holidays for every level of fitness! Leisurely family cycling tours around the Mitterberg or to the valley heads of the 13 side valleys are manageable for all levels of ability. Look forward to an exceptional holiday and cycling in the Lungau for young and old. Those who want something more challenging will find a well-developed network of mountain bike trails around Schau’s Lüftenegger: It's 500 kilometres of speed over hill and dale!

We are at your side at all times with advice and support for your planned cycling excursion. Which tour is recommended? Where are the most beautiful viewpoints? Where is cycling in the Lungau particularly beautiful? If you wish, we can of course accompany you on your ride. Stop at the alpine huts, take advantage of one or the other vantage point for a few breaths for the eye and the mind.

Directly at Schau’s Lüftenegger you will also find an in-house mountain bike, e-bike and helmet rental, a bike room and a place to wash your bike. The next big bike shop is not far away at Sport Pichler in Mauterndorf. A complete package for all bike lovers is guaranteed here.

After hearing these words, are you already eager for an extensive discovery tour through the Salzburger Land? To be honest, so are we! To increase the anticipation a bit more, we already have three wonderful cycling tours for you:

 

Trogalm Loop

You start in Mauterndorf in the direction of Begöriach - gravel road and work your way steadily uphill here in a few hairpin bends. When you reach the apex, you have two options to reach the Trogalm: One is the variant via the Peterbaueralm, the other via Grosseck. Both routes offer wonderful views and insights into the mountain world and nature. A true culinary feast also awaits you. Whether Peterbauer Almstub`n (1,910 m), Panorama Alm (1,980 m/variant Grosseck) or Speiereckhütte (2,066 m/variant Grosseck) - real moments of pleasure await you.

Cyclists on a rural road in Salzburg Lungau, with mountains and lush greenery under a cloudy sky.
Two cyclists ride on a country road in a scenic mountain area near Mauterndorf, Salzburg.

Longa Loop

Over 12 kilometres of pure enjoyment await you. After the starting point in Weißpriach, you make your way along idyllic gravel and field roads and experience additional feel-good moments through 2 huts along the route. The Dicktlerhütte snack station and the Granglerhütten will make the hearts of nature lovers beat a notch higher. Experience cycling in the Lungau in its original way

Neusess Loop

15.2 kilometres, 480 metres in altitude - the Neusess Loop, starting in Mauterndorf, offers cycling pleasure of the highest order. Past lush green alpine meadows and blossoming wildflowers, you will discover a natural region.

Family cycling on a forest path with mountain view in Salzburger Lungau.


Lungau extrem

Here the name says it all: 166.8 kilometres in total length and 6,060 metres in altitude are to be completed in one tour or in sections (4 tours). This is cycling in the Lungau for professionals! The final split is up to your physical condition. A possible route plan to help you:

Day: Tamsweg - Göriach
Göriach - St. Michael
Michael - Katschberg - St. Michael
Michael - Tamsweg

And then? You've made it and have many unique holiday moments in your luggage. That's what your cycling holiday in the Lungau feels like. Beautiful, isn't it?