Drau Cycle Path Family Tour
Experience Austria’s Beauty on the Drau Cycle Path Family Tour
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Drau Cycle Path Family Tour Overview
Come along and discover Austria's sunny region of Carinthia with your entire family on the Drau Cycle Path Family Tour! Starting near the Italian border in Toblach, the tour follows the Drau-cycle path on a leisurely route downhill alongside the River Drau - passing through East Tyrol to Lienz, onwards to Spittal and finally to Villach. The beautiful towns along this marvellously designed cycle path offer a southern Austrian flair and countless hours of sunshine!
So that it does not get too hot for you, there are plenty of natural lakes, outdoor pools, and bathing spots situated directly en route to cool off. Experience action and family fun in the climbing park, water adventure trail or the Wichtelpark.
And as a finale, the warm swimming lakes of Carinthia await! It is hard to pinpoint what will be the most beautiful part of your family cycling holiday: the spectacular views of the Lienz-Dolomites maybe? The cycle route through the cool wetlands, stunning scenery, and tranquil villages? Or the diverse and delicious cuisine of East Tyrol and Carinthia? Come to Carinthia and make up your own mind while on the Drau Cycle Path Family Tour!
Trip highlights
Cycle through the picturesque Austrian region of Carinthia
Take a break from cycling to cool off in one of the many lakes that can be found along the route
Experience fun family activities while visiting the region’s water, climbing, and adventure parks
Immerse yourself in the unique traditions of Austria’s alpine culture
Day By Day Itinerary
The first day of your tour will see you welcomed by the sunny town of Lienz! Enjoy the marvellous backdrop of the Lienz-Dolomites surrounding you and soak up a few rays whilst strolling through the charming town with its Mediterranean flair.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Lienz
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- None
The train takes you comfortably from Lienz to San Candido. Before you make your way through the narrow Puster-valley along the Drau, which is still very unspoilt here, there are still plenty of chances for some swimming fun located directly en route with the adventure pool in InnichenSan Candido, the leisure centre in Assling and the ‚”Dolomitenbad”‘-pool in Lienz. But we also recommend to save some time to visit the ‚”Wichtelpark”‘ Sillian and the water adventure park ‚”Garlitzenklamm”‘. Had enough of cycling? Today’s tour can be easily cut short by train.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Lienz
- Distance:
- 44 km + train ride, 190 m of ascent, 690 m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Before leaving Lienz, be sure to sample some traditional East Tyrolean specialties, such as Osttiroler Schlipfkrapfen or Tiroler Knödel. Your cycling route then follows ancient Roman trade routes through the picturesque Upper Drau Valley, passing historic castles, palaces, and ruins along the way. There are plenty of opportunities for family fun, from the adventure pool in Oberdrauburg to the Drauoase Dellach, featuring a giant treehouse, water adventure trail, and climbing park. Continue towards Berg/Greifenburg, enjoying the beautiful scenery and exciting attractions along this memorable cycling stage.
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Berg
- Distance:
- 34 km, 100 m of ascent, 170 m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Continuing on through the wetlands and rural farmland, the Drau Cycle Path Family Tour will follow alongside the River Drau all the way to Spittal. Here. you will pass cosy villages, cycle across historic market squares and race through cool wooded scenery. In Möllbrücke you get to visit the adventure pool and enjoy a 50-metre-long tower-slide, then for the final few kilometres you will pass through the Drauenland to reach Spittal. There will still be time left to visit the Sportbad Drautalperle or enjoy a stroll through the historic centre of town, so make sure to use the time wisely!
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Spittal an der Drau
- Distance:
- 44 km, 320 m of ascent, 370 m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
Today the marvelous scenery of the Lower Drau River Valley awaits! Leaving the town of Spittal behind, you will continue cycling along the dams of the River Drau all the way to Villach. Along the easy cycling route we recommend you take a quick break in Molzbichl and visit the Carantana Museum.
On hot days a detour to the outdoor pool in Paternion or to the natural pool in Puch provides a welcome cooling off in the lovely water. However, you should make sure not to spend too much time there, since the finale of the Drau Cycle Path Villach awaits. How convenient that you get to spend not one but a total of two nights there!
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Villach
- Distance:
- 40 km, 100 m of ascent, 140 m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
The town of Villach offers so many opportunities for exciting experiences, such as Carinthia‘s Thermal springs, diverse playgrounds, adventure Mount Affenberg, the town museum and plenty more. Today, however, you are back on your bike to visit one of the most popular lakes around Villach.
Depending on how you feel - and of course your stamina - you can cycle around Ossiacher See and discover the climbing forest or embark on a trip to Faaker See to enjoy one of the family-friendly lakeside lidos. No matter what you decide to do, a stupendous cycling day with lots of fun for the entire family is guaranteed!
- Overnight Location:
- Hotel in Villach
- Distance:
- 44-50 km, 210-320 m of ascent, 210-320 m of descent
- Meals:
- Breakfast
After waking up and enjoying a filling breakfast, you will pack your things for an individual departure from Villach and the beautiful Austrian region of Carinthia.
- Overnight Location:
- None
- Distance:
- None
- Meals:
- Breakfast
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Inclusions
Included
- 6 breakfasts are included.
- Accommodations for 6 nights are included. Accommodations before the tour in Lienz and after the tour in Villach 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
- 1 train ride Lienz - San Candido incl. your bike
- App for Navigation and GPS-data available
- 24/7 service hotline
- Welcome Briefing
Not included
- Flights and transportation to and from Lienz/Villach
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Tourist tax
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Return transfer to Lienz
- Bike rental and insurance
- 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 Innsbruck Airport (INN) or Klagenfurt Airport (KLU) and take a train or bus to Lienz.
Yes, the travel documents and resources for this trip are in English.
The Drau Cycle Path Family Tour ends in the Austrian town of Villach. The closest international airports for your departure are Klagenfurt (KLU), Salzburg (SZG), or Ljubljana (LJU), all of which are reachable by train.
Yes, you can rent a bike during the booking process. Rental bikes come in 7-gear and 21/24-gear varieties, as well as childrens bikes, follow-me bikes, and child bike trailers. 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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