Quick ride by bicycle from Bad Ischl to Sankt Wolfgang im Salzkammergut

If you're looking for a scenic ride through the Austrian countryside, this 15.5 km cycling route from Bad Ischl to Sankt Wolfgang im Salzkammergut is a charming choice. Starting in Bad Ischl, a town famously known as the summer retreat of Emperor Franz Joseph I and Empress Elisabeth (Sisi), you'll make your way through beautiful rolling landscapes.

The route is mostly along quiet roads with the reassuring hum of asphalt beneath your tires 83% of the time, making it a peaceful ride. As you pedal, you'll ascend about 287 meters, offering just the right amount of challenge to keep things interesting, and then enjoy a pleasant 203 meters of descent.

Sankt Wolfgang im Salzkammergut is your reward at the end of the ride. This postcard-perfect village sits right on the shore of Wolfgangsee, a stunning alpine lake. Once you arrive, take the chance to explore the quaint streets, indulge in some local pastries, or just relax by the water. With only 1% of the route being busy roads, it's a mostly carefree journey ideal for enjoying the natural beauty of the Salzkammergut region.