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Stream flowing through green meadows with pink wildflowers in foreground. Forested mountains rise under blue sky with white clouds in Austria.

Bike tour from Krimml to Passau

Longer daily stages on the Tauern Cycle Path

6 Days / 5 Nights
Medium
Stream flowing through green meadows with pink wildflowers in foreground. Forested mountains rise under blue sky with white clouds in Austria.

The Bike tour from Krimml to Passau is designed for enthusiastic and experienced cyclists who want to focus on longer stages and don't want to miss out on the fantastic atmosphere of the Tauern mountains and the Alpine foothills. But it's not just the scenery that makes this cycle tour along the Salzach, Saalach and Inn rivers so unique. It is also the many wonderful towns such as Bad Reichenhall, Salzburg or Schärding, the mighty monasteries, the longest castle in the world, the narrow gorges and the impressive high mountain reservoirs that make it so wonderfully varied. The Krimml waterfalls right at the start are a magnificent prelude. There is also a good dose of nature on offer during the tour. In the Europareservat Unterer Inn thousands of birds have set up their nesting grounds. Salzburg and Passau offer a contrasting cultural program, which need not be advertised as worthwhile places to visit. Their reputation as tourist magnets has long preceded them.

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€799

Krimml – Salzburg – Passau

  • Krimml waterfalls
  • high mountain reservoirs near Kaprun
  • Lower Inn nature reserve
  • Bad Reichenhall, Salzburg, Schärding
  • Included: Admission to the Krimml Waterfalls

Facts & Map

  • Booking code
    AT-TARKP-06X-SPO
  • Accommodation level
    national 3* / 4* level
  • Duration
    6 days / 5 nights
  • Arrival days
    Daily
  • Travel documents languages
    German, English
  • Parking information
    Public parking spaces near the hotel, approx. 6 € / day.
    No reservation possible through Radweg-Reisen.
  • Return to Krimml
    Optional by minibus (daily), approx. 2 p.m. Duration approx. 4 hours, must be specified when booking.
    You can also book the transfer from Passau to Krimml before the bike tour. Please write your booking request in the online booking form in the open text field.
    Alternatively on your own by train, connections hourly, 3 train changes, duration approx. 7 hours.
Map showing cycling route through Austria and Germany from Passau to Krimml via Salzburg and Saalfelden, with rivers and lakes marked in blue.

Map – Bike tour from Krimml to Passau

Itinerary

Day 1

Individual arrival in Krimml

Welcome to your bike tour from Krimmel to Passau. The Hohe Tauern National Park awaits you. Here stunning mountain ranges featuring snow-capped peaks like the Großvenediger, Großglockner, and Kitzsteinhorn will line your way. Don't miss the iconic Krimml Waterfalls, an awe-inspiring natural spectacle with a total drop of 380 meters across three cascades. Take a leisurely stroll on the four-kilometer Waterfall Trail, which guides you from the lowest to the highest falls. The following day, you’ll be ready to embark on your bike tour from Krimml to Passau. Your rental bikes will be conveniently available at the hotel.

Day 2

Krimml – Saalfelden

approx. 90 km

You’ll begin your bike tour from Krimml to Passau with the longest stage ahead of you. As you cycle through the enchanting scenery of Hohe Tauern National Park and the Oberpinzgau region, you’ll reach Kaprun, where you can explore the impressive high mountain reservoirs. The dam walls soar over 100 meters high, holding an astounding 160 million cubic meters of water. A refreshing dip in Lake Zell would is delightful way to unwind. Your journey continues through lush green meadows, charming villages, and past the iconic pilgrimage church of Maria Alm, leading you to Saalfelden am Steinernen Meer.

Day 3

Saalfelden – Salzburg

approx. 75 km

Next stop: Salzburg! This exciting destination will inspire you as you cycle the next 75 kilometers through the serene Pinzgauer Saalachtal. Take the opportunity to explore breathtaking natural attractions such as Seisenbergklamm, Lamprechtshöhle, and Vorderkaserklamm. You’ll find plenty to enjoy in the Alpine town of Bad Reichenhall, located in Berchtesgadener Land. Stroll through the royal spa gardens, visit Marzoll Castle, or admire the 70 fountains scattered throughout this charming Bavarian town. Salzburg is just around the corner, offering a rich cultural experience that extends far beyond its association with Mozart.

Day 4

Salzburg – Simbach am Inn

approx. 80 km

As you leave the majestic Alps behind, you’ll pedal into the picturesque Alpine foothills. Your first highlight is the scenic bend in the Salzach River near Oberndorf. Next, the impressive Burghausen Castle looms above the charming old town, which is well worth exploring. Notably, Burghausen Castle holds the Guinness World Record for being the longest castle in the world. Continuing on, you will reach the confluence of the Inn and Salzach rivers, where the Europareservat Unterer Inn begins. This unique reserve serves as a breeding ground for thousands of birds amidst expansive dammed waters and small alluvial islands. Your overnight stay will be in Simbach, home to the beautiful 15th-century pilgrimage church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary.

Day 5

Simbach am Inn – Passau

approx. 70 km

The final stage of your bike tour from Krimml to Passau awaits you, filled with majestic monasteries and charming towns along the Inn River. These towns, with their colorful stucco-decorated houses, will surely lift your spirits. Notably, Schärding features the stunning Silberzeile, where the pastel-colored facades reflect the medieval guild colors—once a blue bakery, a red butcher, and yellow and green inns. As you continue along the Inn, you’ll soon arrive in Passau. Take the time to stroll through the baroque old town or visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral, home to the world’s largest cathedral organ, for a memorable conclusion to your journey.

Day 6

Individual departure

Enjoy a final stroll through the enchanting Three Rivers town or consider a scenic boat trip on the rivers, which is a delightful way to take in the sights. Your bike tour from Krimml to Passau has now come to an end. If you wish to extend your stay in Passau, we would be happy to assist you. Otherwise, you can begin your individual return journey or utilize the pre-booked return transfer.

Hohensalzburg Fortress on a hilltop overlooking Salzburg's historic center with baroque churches and the Salzach River in the foreground.

Hohensalzburg Fortress

St. George's Fountain statue in Schärding with colorful baroque buildings in yellow, orange, green, and blue behind it. Flower beds surround the monument.

St. George Fountain in Schärding

Colorful historic buildings and church towers of Passau reflected in the Danube River at sunset under a blue sky with soft clouds.

Evening atmosphere in Passau

Prices and dates

Prices per person in EUR

Services & Information

  • 5 nights incl. breakfast, national 3* / 4* level
  • Luggage transport from hotel to hotel to Passau, no limit on the number of pieces, max. 20 kg / piece
  • Admission to the Krimml Waterfalls
  • Cycle route description with maps (1 x per room)
  • Service hotline (7 days, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.)

Not included is the city or visitor's tax (if payable).

 

Due to the demanding stages, we do not recommend this trip for children.

  • Start / Destination
    Krimml / Passau
  • Length
    approx. 315 km
    Daily routes between 70 and 90 km, Ø 80 km
    Altitude profile between 130 and 330 m, Ø 275 m elevation gain
  • Trail conditions
    The signposting on the Tauern Cycle Path is continuous and very detailed. You cycle on quiet, asphalted cycle paths and country roads, with only some sections on busier routes. Some short sections are without asphalt.
  • Tour operated by
    Local cooperation partner
  • Mobility note
    The trip is only conditionally suitable for people with limited mobility.
    Please do not hesitate to contact us regarding your individual needs.

Rental bikes

Types of rental bikes

  • 21-gear unisex bike, derailleur gears with freewheel (men's bike from 1.80 m)
  • E-bike / pedelec
 

Fittings

Pannier, handlebar bag, bike lock, repair kit (1 x per booking)

On request: milometer, map holder (must be specified when booking)

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