Biking & cycling in Dorfgastein

Dorfgastein not only scores with its variety of routes, but also with its infrastructure: bike transport by gondola, rental stations, service points and family-friendly offers make the village an attractive starting point for your next bike tour in the Alps.

Whether you are looking for pleasure cycling, altitude meters or trails - in Dorfgastein you will experience biking vacations as they should be: authentic, close to nature and versatile.

• Bike swing Dorfgastein-Großarltal with single trail and panoramic views - with cable car support on request

• Gastein cycle path - family-friendly, flat and signposted throughout

• Pump track Dorfgastein directly at the valley station: fun for beginners and kids

• E-bike tours through the picturesque Gastein Valley with numerous refreshment stops

Whether leisurely cycling along meadows and alpine pastures or sporty biking on high-altitude trails - Dorfgastein is the perfect starting point for unforgettable biking moments in Salzburger Land.

Alpine idyll meets action here! The bike swing between Dorfgastein and Grossarltal connects two valleys - and offers plenty of riding fun on the trail.

• Thestarting point is theDorfgastein community park. From here, the route leads along wooded paths and panoramic sections up to the Gipfelbahn-Fulseck mountain station. If you want to make the ascent easier, take the gondola lift - ideal for saving energy for the following descent.
• A signposted mountain bike route leads from the Gipfelbahn Fulseck mountain station to the Panoramabahn in Grossarltal - where the alpine bike experience begins on an S1-classified flow trail.
• The Panoramabahn Grossarltal then takes you back up again in a relaxed manner - for the next descent to Dorfgastein.

The trail is ideal for sporty beginners, advanced bikers and real trail enthusiasts. E-bikes weighing up to 22.8 kg (incl. battery) are also allowed on the cable car - for maximum comfort on the ascent.

If you prefer a leisurely ride, the best place to start is the Gastein cycle path, which meanders along the Ache river through the valley and leads from Dorfgastein to Bad Gastein. The family cycle route also offers an easy, flat route through Dorfgastein and its surroundings - ideal for relaxed rides with children.

Dorfgastein also has plenty to offer mountain bike fans : Whether to the Strohlehenalm - an ideal introductory tour for those who want to take it easy - or up to the Kögerlalm with its impressive views across the Salzach Valley to the Hochkönig massif: Dorfgastein combines sporting challenges with impressive natural moments.

Feel the flow - that's the motto at the pump track in Dorfgastein. Located directly at the valley station of the Fulseck summit lift, this modern bike facility offers a special riding experience for children, teenagers and adults. It's not about pedaling here, but about "pumping": by shifting your weight - i.e. pushing in the waves and pulling in the steep turns - the bike moves through the circuit as if by itself. The result? Maximum flow and lots of fun!

For little adventurers and big experts:

With three levels of difficulty - from mini kids to beginner to pro - there's something for every ability. Even the little ones can do their first laps on a balance bike, while advanced riders can jump over waves or perform tricks in the air. The clearly laid out course and well thought-out design ensure safety and variety at the same time.

Key technical data:

• Length: 180 running meters

• Width: 1.5 m

• Can be used free of charge

• 3 levels: mini kids | beginner | pro