7-Day Chiemgau Cycling Tour
Explore the Bavarian Alps on the 7-Day Chiemgau Cycling Tour
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7-Day Chiemgau Cycling Tour Overview
Home to stunning alpine lakes, dramatic mountain peaks, some of the most iconic elements of German culture, Bavaria is a fantastic place to explore, especially by bike! Luckily for you, the 7-Day Chiemgau Cycling Tour is the perfect adventure that will expose you to all of the above and more!
At 80 square kilometres, the Chiemsee is the largest lake in Bavaria and is often referred to as the "Bavarian sea". But it's not just the imposing body of water that's worth a visit, the Chiemgau region itself is absolutely worth exploring!
Discover the refreshing lakes, picturesque villages, rich culture, and the warm hospitality that make the Chiemgau region of Bavaria such a special place to visit. If you have been searching for an unforgettable adventure in the south of Germany, then the 7-Day Chiemgau Cycling Tour is the perfect tour for you!
Trip highlights
Explore the landscape surrounding the picturesque shores of the Chiemsee
Take in the stunning mountain scenery of the Bavarian Alps
Experience the renowned spa town of Bad Reichenhall
Visit Mozart’s hometown, the Austrian city of Salzburg
Day By Day Itinerary
After arriving at the shores of the Chiemsee, you will attend a welcome meeting and rental bike fitting, before enjoying free time for the evening. This is a nice time to take a stroll along the lakeside.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Bernau am Chiemsee
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- None
Today the mountains will get higher and higher, but the cycling route continues to be nearly flat as you approach them. You will cycle through Aschau with its historic palace, which can be seen from far away lying at the foot of the Chiemau mountains, and past the Kampenwand on the Priental cycle path towards Tyrol. In Austria, you can take a break at idyllic Lake Walchsee, before once again crossing the German-Austrian border to reach the spa town of Reit im Winkl with its typical Bavarian alpine atmosphere.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Reit im Winkl
- Distance:
- 53 km, 641 m of ascent, 471 m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Day 3 of the cycling tour will take you along the German Alpine Road along a narrow route through the mountains. On Mozart Cycle Path you will pass Lake Weitsee and with a little luck you can see famous biathlon athletes in Ruhpolding during their summer training.
Afterwards, you will have time to enjoy a lunch break in Inzell, another famous spa town, before you continue cycling along the River Saalach to the famous spa town Bad Reichenhall. Here you can experience the thermal baths or take a ride in the oldest cable car in the world to the Predigtstuhl, 1.600m above sea level.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Bad Reichenhall
- Distance:
- 58 km, 740 m of ascent, 960 m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Today will be a short stage with plenty of time to enjoy the fantastic views on Watzmann Mountain as you make your way to Berchtesgaden. The Obersalzberg or famous Kehlsteinhaus is definitely worth a visit. Alternatively, you can cycle a couple of kilometres further along the Königssee Ache to reach the famous Lake Königssee.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Berchtesgaden
- Distance:
- 32 km, 510 m of ascent, 408 m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Continuing along the Königssee Ache, you will pass the Bavarian-Austrian border once again and bike further on to reach Salzburg with its many cultural attractions. After an extensive visit of Salzburg you will enjoy a leisurely cycle on the Tauern Cycle Path, following the River Salzach until you reach charming Laufen and Oberndorf with its famous “Silent Night Chapel“. Here, you can enjoy a nice stroll in the evening at the riverside to end your day.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Oberndorf bei Salzburg or Waging
- Distance:
- 46 km, 210 m of ascent, 390 m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
The final stage of the cycle tour will lead you through small villages and farms to Lake Waginger See and further along the River Traun to Traunstein, which is famous for its small Hofbrauhaus. As you make your way back to the lakeside of Chiemsee, you will enjoy views of the romantic Lake Tüttensee. To wrap up the cycling portion of the tour, you will follow the shoreline of the Chiemsee back to the starting point of your tour.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Bernau am Chiemsee
- Distance:
- 72 km, 580 m of ascent, 440 m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
After breakfast, you will pack your things and bid auf wiedersehen to the Chiemsee and Bavaria, as you make your individual departure.
- Overnight Location:
- None
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Tour Map
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Inclusions
Included
- 6 breakfasts are included.
- Accommodations for 6 nights are included in the tour. Accommodations before or after the tour in Prien am Chiemsee are not included, but can be added as a supplement.
- Transportation for your luggage is included throughout the tour.
- Welcome briefing (German, English)
- Detailed Digital travel information documents
- App for Navigation and GPS-data available
- 24/7 service hotline
Not included
- Flights and transportation to and from the starting point of the tour
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Tourist tax
- Helmets (can be purchased locally)
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Bike rental and insurance (helmets not included)
- Printed Route Book
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FAQ
We rate this tour as a 3 / 5. Cyclists will need to be able to cover between 40 and 70 km per day, and there is one longer ascent throughout the tour.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
6 breakfasts are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover cycling. Get your travel insurance.
Fly into either the Munich (MUC) or Salzburg (SZG) airports, then transfer to Prien train station.
Yes, the travel documents and resources for this trip are in English.
The 7-Day Chiemgau Cycling Tour ends where it began, in the town of Prien am Chiemsee. From there, you can make your way to the Prien Train Station and transfer to either the Munich (MUC) or Salzburg (SZG) airports.
Yes, you can rent a bike during the booking process. Rental bikes come in 7-gear and 21/24-gear varieties. You can also rent an e-bike.
Yes. If you bring your own bike, it should be a road bike suitable for the demands of the tour.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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