The Best of Bavaria: Munich to Salzburg

Splendid towns line the day’s cycling which ghosts around ancient salt routes and the River Isar, heading through the lush forests of the aptly named Grünwald towards the proud spa town of Bad Tölz.

Kms: 60

A shorter route today as your pedal around lake Tegensee to Gmund for some truly amazing vistas. Then it’s on to explore the greenest meadows around Lake Schliersee. This area is known as ‘Bavarian Merano’, famed for its mild climate and 30,000 fruit trees.

Kms:35

Another day in the lush scenery of the ‘Bavarian Merano’, pedalling through the delightful Rosenheim district which is renowned for health-promoting atmosphere. Your undulating path leads to Bad Feilnbach, an unassuming little town which itself has a big reputation for its spa and wellness opportunities. Sounds like the ideal place to relax and reflect on your day when you reach your comfortable hotel.

Kms:35

Head out across Bavaria’s largest peat plot to Neubeuern whose coat of arms betrays its debt to boat building history. On to Frasdorf at the foot of the Chiemgau Alps before a pedal to the refreshing expansive waters of the Bavarian Sea – Lake Chiemsee. Anchor up here on the south bank for the night.

Kms:45

Strangely enough the mountains seem to get higher and the roads even flatter! Up and over the Bergner Moos today, a moorland at the foot of Hochfelln. Then its on to the medicinal waters of Bad Adelholzen and the natural history treasures of Siegsdorf. The River Rote Traun leads to the idyllic town of Inzell with its wonderfully painted houses, some of the most stunning examples of the local floral decorative art of ‘Lüftlmalerei’.

Kms: 35

Cycle the greenest of valleys today along the river Saalach via Schneitzelreuth to the mighty spa town of Bad Reichenhall and on to Berchtesgaden. Spa parks, castles, salt springs and Eagle’s Nests – the choice is yours.

Kms: 45

Enjoy the inspiring loop route round to Lake Königsee before heading silently past ice caves and cable cars over the invisible border into Austria. Salzburg beckons, but Castle Heilbrunn is a must on the way, famed for its Baroque water games and zoo park. Finally immerse yourself in the magic of Mozart in the tiny streets and under the shadows of the mighty castle in Salzburg… time to relax on the terraces again and reflect on the highlights of a tour which has taken you to the top of the Bavarian world.

Kms: 45

Extra nights in Salzburg may be booked if you would like longer to enjoy the unique experience and rich cultural offerings of this wonderful city.