Cycling & mountain biking in Tyrol

Many cycle paths lead through Tyrol's valleys without any noticeable incline. Here you will find the most beautiful cycle tours in the valley.

The choice of the right bike depends heavily on the type of tour:

1. Road and tarmac paths - Road bikes or trekking bikes are suitable for tours on well-surfaced roads. They are lightweight and designed for speed on tarmac roads.
2. Gravel and forest tracks - Gravel bikes or hardtail mountain bikes offer stability and good grip on uneven surfaces on these routes.
3. Challenging mountain trails - Fully mountain bikes (full-suspension mountain bikes) are ideal for steep, technical trails as they have front and rear suspension and therefore offer comfort and stability on demanding terrain.
4. Long distances and high-altitude trails - E-mountainbikes are ideal for longer distances or large differences in altitude and support endurance on longer tours.
5. Family and leisure cycling tours - Trekking bikes or e-bikes are perfect for longer, leisurely routes without high levels of effort.

Each type of bike has specific advantages for different terrains and levels of difficulty, which increases fun and safety on every tour.

Mountain biking is only permitted on forest roads between 1 April and 1 October where it is expressly permitted - usually on designated mountain bike trails. These authorised routes are well signposted and encourage you to stay on them. In addition to the signposted enduro trails, there are also high-quality bike parks and a well-developed trail network that can be easily reached by mountain railway, which also transports bikes. Mountain bikers have over 5,000 kilometres of officially approved routes at their disposal. There is a general ban on riding in the winter months.