Gravel biking in the Salzkammergut is freedom on two wheels. Between lakes, mountains, forest roads and quiet byways, a biking world opens up that lies somewhere between a road bike and a mountain bike - fast, challenging and full of discoveries. Sometimes you roll along crystal-clear waters, sometimes you climb tough climbs on gravel through forests and alpine pastures, then again the view opens up to striking peaks and wide valleys. It is precisely this mixture that makes the region so appealing: Gravel biking in the Salzkammergut combines exercise, sporting challenge, nature and joie de vivre in a particularly versatile way. The big plus is the variety. From sporty circular tours to multi-day adventures, you will find routes with character here - full of views, challenging and always surprising. If you are looking for the best of both worlds and want to experience the landscape intensively, the Salzkammergut offers ideal conditions for unforgettable gravel moments.
The WOSSA Bikepacking Route is one of the most exciting gravel adventures in the Salzkammergut region. The route, specially designed for gravel bikes, covers just over 560 kilometres and around 8,000 metres in altitude and is designed to take five to seven days. In the Salzkammergut, it leads through Gosau, Hallstatt, Obertraun, Bad Goisern, Bad Ischl and on towards Lake Wolfgangsee. This means that WOSSA is not just a route, but a multi-day bikepacking experience along water landscapes, alpine areas and impressive natural scenery. WOSSA is a strong highlight with an international character, especially for those who see gravel biking not just as a day trip but as a journey.