Salzburg is a region in Austria characterized by its diverse landscapes, encompassing the foothills of the Alps, the Hohe Tauern mountain range, extensive forests, and numerous lakes. This varied terrain provides a setting for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more. The region's natural features, including valleys, rivers, and alpine meadows, support a wide range of outdoor pursuits.
The Salzburg region offers a wide array of outdoor activities for all levels. With more than 21,000 routes available across several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more, there are extensive options for exploration. More than 6,257,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars. Hikers can find everything from easy valley paths and family-friendly routes to challenging alpine trails, with many options for family-friendly hikes around Salzburg or easy hikes around Salzburg. Cyclists can explore the region's network of paths, including the Tauern Cycle Path, with dedicated routes for cycling around Salzburg, mountain biking, and road cycling.
228
Routes
4.7
(29248)
Average rating
203093
People visited

4.8
(1770)
9,543
hikers
11.4km
03:05
130m
130m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
(774)
3,062
hikers
7.07km
02:48
450m
450m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
(584)
2,113
hikers
7.06km
02:41
450m
450m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.9
(499)
2,455
hikers
17.8km
05:12
720m
720m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4.6
(74)
4,614
riders
73.3km
04:03
1,200m
1,200m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.8
(92)
4,728
riders
72.1km
04:22
1,780m
1,780m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.6
(35)
3,502
riders
89.6km
04:43
1,040m
1,040m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.4
(53)
1,770
riders
100km
04:28
780m
780m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.9
(627)
3,145
riders
65.6km
05:27
550m
550m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(333)
2,266
riders
12.1km
00:43
50m
50m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(329)
1,544
riders
62.9km
03:35
310m
460m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(314)
1,303
riders
27.3km
01:46
230m
240m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(60)
3,022
runners
11.9km
01:20
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(8)
449
runners
26.3km
03:38
1,110m
1,110m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.2
(5)
211
runners
18.7km
04:05
1,690m
1,680m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

3.8
(5)
180
runners
6.66km
00:47
160m
160m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(301)
1,792
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.8
(344)
1,542
riders
67.8km
04:12
620m
620m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(217)
1,366
riders
46.2km
04:44
1,470m
1,490m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.9
(220)
1,214
riders
46.0km
04:32
1,480m
1,480m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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4.8
(82)
378
riders
55.4km
04:56
1,150m
1,150m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(52)
431
riders
63.2km
04:50
640m
630m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(17)
189
riders
67.8km
05:28
1,000m
1,000m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(17)
157
riders
59.1km
04:51
900m
900m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(23)
622
hikers
13.4km
09:01
1,120m
1,100m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(32)
320
hikers
11.8km
07:27
1,230m
1,230m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.9
(11)
328
hikers
10.8km
07:45
1,330m
1,330m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.9
(24)
318
hikers
11.5km
05:22
900m
900m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Hiking adventures for the whole family in Zell am See-Kaprun
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Walking in a winter wonderland – 4 Tours in Saalfelden Leogang
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The Salzburg region offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Gravel biking, Jogging, and Mountaineering. There are more than 21,000 routes available across these sports. The region features diverse terrain from alpine foothills to the Hohe Tauern mountain range.
Outdoor activities in Salzburg are highly rated on komoot, with an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars. More than 6 million visitors have shared their experiences in the region. There are nearly 10,000 hiking routes and over 2,800 touring cycling routes available.
Salzburg offers a wide range of hiking trails, from easy valley paths to challenging alpine routes. Komoot provides a comprehensive guide for Hiking around Salzburg. Specific guides are also available for different difficulty levels and interests.
Yes, Salzburg features numerous family-friendly hiking routes suitable for all ages. These often include gentle paths and scenic spots. A dedicated komoot guide for Family-friendly hikes around Salzburg is available.
Salzburg has an extensive network of cycling paths for various disciplines. This includes touring cycling, road cycling, and mountain biking. The Cycling around Salzburg guide provides an overview of options.
The Salzburg region offers numerous mountain biking trails, from forest roads to dedicated singletracks and bike parks. The MTB Trails around Salzburg guide details various routes. The Bikepark Leogang is a notable destination for advanced riders.
Yes, Salzburg provides diverse terrain for road cycling enthusiasts. Routes range from scenic valley rides to challenging climbs in the alpine foothills. Explore options through the Road Cycling Routes around Salzburg guide.
Salzburg is known for its natural wonders, including the Hohe Tauern National Park, the Untersberg mountain, and the Nockberge mountains. Dramatic gorges like Liechtenstein Gorge and the Krimml Waterfalls are also prominent features. The region also has numerous crystal-clear lakes and picturesque valleys such as Bluntautal.
Yes, the Salzburg region is home to impressive waterfalls, including the Krimml Waterfalls, Europe's highest. There are trails that lead alongside these natural spectacles. A komoot guide for Waterfall hikes around Salzburg is available.
Many hiking trails in the Salzburg region are accessible via public transport. This allows for convenient access to various starting points without needing a car. Komoot offers a guide specifically for Hikes from bus stations around Salzburg.
Komoot offers several guides for the Salzburg region, covering various sports and interests. These include guides for Family-friendly hikes, Easy hikes, Cycling, and MTB Trails. Other guides focus on specific themes like waterfall hikes or traffic-free bike rides.
For information regarding the city of Salzburg, the official tourism website is www.salzburg.info. For the broader SalzburgerLand region, www.salzburgerland.com is a key resource. The general phone number for Salzburg Tourism (Tourismus Salzburg GmbH) is +43 662 88987 0.

