If you really want to experience the Waldviertel, the best way to explore the region is on two wheels—by cycling all the way around it. That’s exactly what the Waldviertel Bike Route offers: a loop tour approximately 365 kilometers long with more than 4,000 meters of elevation gain. As a multi-stage tour lasting five to seven days, it offers a physical challenge but rewards you with particularly immersive experiences of nature.
Dense forests, crisp air, and quiet paths define the landscape and create a special atmosphere. This character is also evident along the main Waldviertel Cycle Route. The route is fully signposted in both directions, allowing you to choose your starting point, direction of travel, and daily stages with complete flexibility.
Along the way, the Waldviertel reveals its diverse character: granite landscapes, vast forests, and idyllic stretches of river alternate one after another. Time and again, unexpected views, quiet ponds, or special places of power open up, inviting you to pause for a moment. Castles, abbeys, and palaces line the route like landmarks and add cultural highlights to the tour—all without a fixed schedule, but at your own pace.
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Author’s recommendation
Travel on your own, or—even better—let us take care of the planning in advance and your luggage transport on site, so you can focus entirely on your cycling experience in the Waldviertel!
Forinformation and assistance with booking your getaway, please call +43 2822 54109-90 or email buchung@waldviertel.at.
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Safety information
When choosing a route, make sure it’s appropriate for your fitness level. Check to see if the restaurants you plan to visit along the way are open. Pack your cell phone and maps in your backpack. An e-bike is recommended.
Tips and suggestions
Waldviertel Tourism
3910 Zwettl, Sparkassenplatz 1/2/2
(T) +43 2822 54109
(E) info@waldviertel.at
(I) www.waldviertel.at
Roadbook
Krems on the Danube train station
Aussichtsturm im Schulgarten der Gartenbauschule Langenlois
Ruine Schonenburg
Schaubühne "Sitzplatzskulptur" am Schönberger Kalvarienberg
Mondrohr am Schönberger Kalvarienberg
Burg Gars
Hamerlingwarte
Aussichtspunkt "Hoch über Maissen"
Fogstone
Nebelstein 1017m
Steingiganten am Wachtstein
Astronomical Centre Martinsberg
Großer Berg
Aussichtspavillon am Albrechtsberger Kraftweg
Heimliches Gericht
Hiesbergwarte
Schatzwand-12 Aposteln
Public transport
You can find all the information you need about bus and train routes to the Waldviertel at www.vor.at or at www.oebb.at.
Public transportation is available to the following train stations: Krems/Donau, Langenlois, Horn, Gmünd
Directions
Coming from St. Pölten, take the S33 to Krems.
Coming from Vienna, take the A22 to the Stockerau Nord exit, then continue on the S5 toward Krems/St. Pölten/Tulln.
Coordinates
Equipment
We recommend: a helmet, appropriate clothing and footwear, rain and sun protection, a first-aid kit (blister bandages), and plenty of food (snacks, granola bars, fruit, water).
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