Gravel biking routes

Gravel biking means cycling on mixed surfaces - from tarmac to gravel and natural paths. Gravel bike tours take you along quiet, unsurfaced paths with plenty of contact with nature. They offer more variety in the terrain, more tranquillity and often deeper experiences of the landscape than conventional cycle paths.

They combine nature trails with cultural stops, regional cuisine and the opportunity for mindful exercise through varied landscapes.

The Leiser Berge route offers panoramic views from the Buschberg - the highest point in the Weinviertel - as well as quiet resting places with far-reaching views. On the Ötscherland gravel tour, cyclists always have the majestic Ötscher in view.

Yes, for example the Ötscherland gravel tour with the Gaming Charterhouse or the Langenlois - Gföhl gravel tour with the Kronsegg castle ruins and wine culture in Langenlois. There are also some culturally exciting stops along the Vienna Alps Cycle Tour, such as the Dr Karl Renner Museum.

Many starting points such as Retz, Ladendorf or Langenlois can be reached by train & bus. Information on how to get there can be found in the tour description.

The Vienna Alps Cycle Tour offers scenic tranquillity, cultural stops and, with the Linsberg Asia thermal spa, the opportunity to relax and unwind.

Yes, many tours lead past inns, wine taverns or wineries. Particularly recommended: the Vineyard restaurant at LOISIUM in Langenlois or seasonal wine bars along the vineyards.