A stage-by-stage adventure through alpine landscapes
With every section, new valleys, alpine huts and mountain peaks unfold, turning your ride into an immersive alpine experience. The Hohe Tauern Bike Trail leads you across 14 stages through the Hohe Tauern National Park holiday region, combining physical challenge with the sense of space and calm that defines a holiday in the Alps.
Across around 530 kilometres and approximately 12,000 metres of ascent, you expierence the diversity of the region in a truly active way. Crystal-clear mountain lakes, traditional alpine huts, rushing glacial streams and striking peaks accompany you through impressive National Park valleys, making every stage unique.
What to expect on the trail
From the Großarltal to the Krimml Waterfalls, the route takes you through an alpine landscape stretching from the valley floor along the Salzach river up into high alpine terrain. This combination of variety, openness and authenticity is what makes the trail so appealing.
You mainly ride on forest and alpine roads closed to public traffic, allowing you to enjoy a peaceful and nature-focused biking experience. With mostly moderate gradients, the trail is also well suited to riders who prefer a more relaxed pace.
Hohe Tauern Bike Trail at a glance
The Hohe Tauern Bike Trail combines sporting stages with outstanding scenery and a strong connection to nature.
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14 stages
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approx. 530 km distance
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around 12,000 metres of ascent
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mainly on forest and alpine roads
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connected to the Tauern Cycle Path
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only two short singletrack sections
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max. approx. 1,250 metres ascent or 50 km per stage
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suitable for e-MTB, mountain bike (full-suspension or cross-country hardtail mountain bike) and gravel bike
Who the trail is for
The Hohe Tauern Bike Trail is ideal if you enjoy multi-day tours and want to experience nature actively. It's perfect for riders who value scenic views, quiet surroundings and a meaningful connection to the landscape.
Wheter on an e-mountain bike, a mountain bike or as an ambitious gravel rider, the trail offers varied stages and the rewarding feeling of exploring the Alps under your own power.
Bike holidays in Piesendorf Niedernsill
Set between the Kitzbühel Alps and the Hohe Tauern, Piesendorf and Niedernsill offer the perfect setting for an active and relaxing holiday. The Hohe Tauern Bike Trail is a highlight for anyone looking to combine multi-day riding with impressive scenery and enjoyable moments along the way.
It turns your stay into a varied alpine escape filled with movement, nature and a sense of calm.
Plan you route and explore the stages
Would you like to explore the full route of the Hohe Tauern Bike Trail or plan you tour in detail? Here you'll find all stages and useful information for your personal bike adventure.
FAQs - Your questions, our answers
The Hohe Tauern Bike Trail is a multi-day mountain bike route through the Hohe Tauern National Park region in SalzburgerLand. Spanning 14 stages and around 530 kilometres, the trail leads through impressive valleys and stunning alpine landscapes.
The full route covers around 530 kilometres with approximately 12,000 metres of elevation gain.
The trail consists of a total of 14 stages.
The trail is ideal for e-mountain bikers, mountain bikers and ambitious gravel bikers who enjoy multi-day tours in an alpine setting.
Yes, the trail is also suitable for e-mountain bikes. With proper planning, the stages are designed to be comfortably manageable on an e-bike.
You can find the complete route, including all stages and additional planning information, on the official Hohe Tauern Bike Trail website.
Yes, one section of the Hohe Tauern Bike Trail runs through the Piesendorf Niedernsill region. Stage 7 leads from Kaprun via Piesendorf to Niedernsill, continuing into the Niedernsill Mühlbach valley as far as the Schaunbergalm, before returning to the village and following the Tauern cycle path on to Uttendorf, the stage destination.
The Niedernsill Mühlbachtal is particularly known for its peaceful, unspoilt natural setting and offers an immersive experience of nature away from the larger visitor hotspots.
Tip 📌
The Schaunbergalm is a lovely place to stop for refreshments (closed on Mondays and Tuesdays). From here, experienced hikers can also set out on a hike to the picturesque Hacklsee (approx. 3.5 hours return, around 670 metres of elevation gain).
The Hohe Tauern Bike Trail is primarily designed as a summer activity. In the Piesendorf Niedernsill region, mountain biking on officially designated trails and forest roads is permitted from 1st May to 15th November.
Outside this period, riding is not allowed. Please respect the regulations, as well as nature, landowners and trail usage, so that this experience can be preserved for the long term.