--- title: Mountainbike url: "https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/en/mountainbike.html" description: Mountainbike-Touren in der Donauregion in Oberösterreich image: "https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/fileadmin/_migrated/ooeneu/menu_logos/WDG_4c_ohne_claim_E_300_web_02.jpg" date: 2022-02-08 modified: 2023-03-23 --- # Mountainbike ![Mountainbiker fahren zur Ameisbergwarte in Sarleinsbach.](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/fileadmin/_processed_/a/2/csm_MTBGranitlandAmeisbergwarte23_TourismusverbandDonauOberoesterreichCMVisuals_dafb700ddb.jpg "©TourismusverbandDonauOberösterreichCMVisuals Mountainbike Shooting, Mountainbiker fahren durchs Mühlviertler Granitland bei der Ameisbergwarte in Sarleinsbach") ![Mountainbiker fahren zur Ameisbergwarte in Sarleinsbach.](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/fileadmin/_processed_/a/2/csm_MTBGranitlandAmeisbergwarte23_TourismusverbandDonauOberoesterreichCMVisuals_d64a84d1a6.jpg "©TourismusverbandDonauOberösterreichCMVisuals Mountainbike Shooting, Mountainbiker fahren durchs Mühlviertler Granitland bei der Ameisbergwarte in Sarleinsbach") Mountain biking in the Danube region © Open copyright © ©TourismusverbandDonauOberösterreichCMVisuals Mountainbike Shooting, Mountainbiker fahren durchs Mühlviertler Granitland bei der Ameisbergwarte in Sarleinsbach Close copyright [ Accommodation Booking ](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/en/book-accommodations.html) Biking between the Danube region and the Mühlviertel ===================================================== The fantastically hilly landscape and tours with varying degrees of difficulty make the granite country from the Danube to the Bohemian Forest a paradise for mountain bikers. Of course, the encounters with the rock may not be missing! Whether nature trails, scenic features, rock formations or even people who work with the rock. In the Mühlviertler Granitland there are now [two brand new mountain bike tours](https://www.donauregion.at/en/mountainbike.html#ttgNCEWrapper258464) – from leisurely to very sporty, everything is included. © Open copyright © ©TourismusverbandDonauOberösterreichCMVisuals Mountainbike Shooting, Mountainbiker fahren durchs Mühlviertler Granitland in Obermühl, St. Martin Close copyright ![Eine Gruppe von Mountainbikern an der Donau in Obermühl, St. Martin.](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/fileadmin/_processed_/a/b/csm_MTBGranitlandWasser_TourismusverbandDonauOberoesterreichCMVisuals_41f044e4f9.jpg "©TourismusverbandDonauOberösterreichCMVisuals Mountainbike Shooting, Mountainbiker fahren durchs Mühlviertler Granitland in Obermühl, St. Martin") [Video](//www.youtube.com/watch?v=NBldN4TXoKc?si=BFxNpKGhGX2I-1nT "The YouTube video will open in a new window.") [ Overview ](#ttgNCECollapse258471) ------------------------------------- Mountain biking in the granite country -------------------------------------- Maximum variety is promised by mountain biking in Granitland from the Danube to the Mühlviertel highlands and further on into the Bohemian Forest. On **17 signposted trails of all levels of difficulty**, the crisp ups and downs add up to **950 kilometers and 27,000 meters of altitude**. Granitland is one of the centers of mountain biking in Austria and guarantees carefree MTB fun in a picturesque landscape with bookable packages including luggage transfer. **NEW since 2023:** Sporty ones book the **Grande Granit Tour** with 260 kilometers and 6,900 vertical meters in **five daily stages**. For those who prefer a more leisurely approach, there is the **Granite Beer Tour**, which covers 160 kilometers and 4,000 meters of altitude in **three daily stages**. ![](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/fileadmin/_processed_/5/e/csm_MountainbikerGranditland52_TourismusverbandDonauOberoesterreichErwinHaiden_8a7c672355.jpg "©TourismusverbandDonauOberoesterreichErwinHaiden MTB Granitland Shooting, Mountainbiken im Mühlviertler Granitland in der Donauregion") Mountain biking in the Mühlviertel granite country © Open copyright © ©TourismusverbandDonauOberoesterreichErwinHaiden MTB Granitland Shooting, Mountainbiken im Mühlviertler Granitland in der Donauregion Close copyright Book mountain bike vacation --------------------------- ### Granite Beer Tour **Mountain bike trip from Untermühl-Oberkappel-Peilstein-Untermühl** 4 days/3 nights, approx. 160 km/4,100 am 50-55 km/1.200-1,600 am daily 3-star hotels, also suitable for E-MTB's The Mühlviertel hill country near the Bavarian border offers top-class biking fun. Lonely forest and meadow paths that lead past hop plantations await you when mountain biking in the granite country. The fermented version of the small and fine Mühlviertel breweries can be tasted in the local inns. [ ![](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==) Book offer: Granite Beer Tour To the offer ](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/en/mountainbike/oesterreich-angebot/detail/9712/n-a.html) ### Grande Granite Tour **Mountain bike trip from Wesenufer-Kohlstatt-St. Stefan-Waxenberg-Untermühl-Wesenufer** 6 days/5 nights, approx. 270 km/6,500 am 45-65 km/800-1,700 am daily 3-star hotels, also suitable for E-MTB's A MTB tour through the Mühlviertel granite highlands leads through rustic mixed forests, along amber-colored streams and past scattered farm hamlets. While mountain biking, look forward to scenic highlights between the Bohemian Forest and the Danube and the ever-present grandiose distant views of the Alps. [ ![](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg==) Book offer: Grande Granite Tour To the offer ](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/en/mountainbike/oesterreich-angebot/detail/9762/n-a.html) Tours and signage in the granite country ---------------------------------------- In the Mühlviertler granit country mountain bike enthusiasts will find dreamlike hilly landscape and **two brand new mountain bike offers**. The routes in the granit country are signposted with red boards and are easy to see. © Open copyright © Signage © Andreas Kranzmayr Close copyright ![Signage © Andreas Kranzmayr](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/fileadmin/_processed_/f/6/csm_MTBGranitland_E1_Niederranna-Kohlstatt_AndreasKranzmayr-_331__720x405px_121b1009f9.jpg "Signage © Andreas Kranzmayr") ### Fair play rules in the forest For a common coexistence and mutual consideration for the diverse interests in the forest, it is important to adhere to certain principles. These can be read here. [ About the principles ](https://www.bundesforste.at/english.html) [ © Open copyright © Map Granitland english © Visionic Design Close copyright ![Map Granitland english © Visionic Design](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/fileadmin/_processed_/9/8/csm_Granitland-Karte_englisch_84d47b14dd.jpg "Map Granitland english © Visionic Design") To the map ](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/fileadmin/user_upload/danube/Rebrush_2017/Mountainbiken/Granitland-Karte.jpg) Information on diversions and closures Current news: Danube Cycle Path [ read more ](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/en/current-news-danube-cycle-path.html) Hornet Trail Pfenningberg in Steyregg ------------------------------------- The [**Hornet Trail**](https://www.donauregion.at/en/mountainbike/oesterreich-tour/detail/430008283/hornissen-trail.html) is the first mountain bike single trail in the Linz Central Region with a distance of 1.2 km. The MTB trail has about 200 meters of depth and offers experienced mountain bikers claim and a lot of fun. The course is rated with a difficulty level "red" or S1-S2 according to the singletrack scale and is designed to be winding. Even though the Hornissen trail requires a certain trail experience and riding technique, it also provides great riding pleasure for trail beginners. © Open copyright © MTB Hornissentrail Steyregg © Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH_Peter Zeitlhofer Close copyright ![MTB Hornissentrail Steyregg © Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH_Peter Zeitlhofer](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/fileadmin/_processed_/d/2/csm_MTBLinzAnnaKantnerBaumstamm_OberoesterreichTourismusGmbHPeterZeitlhofer_750x422px_26cda88dee.jpg "MTB Hornissentrail Steyregg © Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH_Peter Zeitlhofer") [Video](//www.youtube.com/watch?v=wnI80U7Ksu4 "The YouTube video will open in a new window.") [ ![Mountainbikerin fährt durch den Wald](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/fileadmin/_processed_/f/5/csm_MTBGranitland4_TourismusverbandDonauOberoesterreichCMVisuals_284098f6ce.jpg "©TourismusverbandDonauOberösterreichCMVisuals Mountainbike Shooting, Mountainbiker fahren durch den Wald im Mühlviertler Granitland in Kleinzell") Hornet Trail ](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/en/mountainbike/oesterreich-tour/detail/430008283/hornissen-trail.html) © Open copyright © ©TourismusverbandDonauOberösterreichCMVisuals Mountainbike Shooting, Mountainbiker fahren durch den Wald im Mühlviertler Granitland in Kleinzell Close copyright Free mountain bike map and brochures ------------------------------------ Free cycling map and brochures ------------------------------ Order the free 1:60,000 scale cycling map with 15 new cycling tours for e-bikes and 4 circular tours on the Danube Cycle Path and other interesting brochures and information material from the Danube region in Upper Austria and plan your next tour from home. [ © Open copyright © Mountain Bike Map Granite Country Close copyright ![Mountain Bike Map Granite Country](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/fileadmin/_processed_/0/8/csm_Mountainbike_Granitland_0320e1bffc.png "Mountain Bike Map Granite Country") MTB map (GER) ](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/fileadmin/user_upload/danube/Rebrush_2017/Mountainbiken/MTB-Granitland-Sued-2022_web.pdf) [ © Open copyright © Broschures Danube Upper Austria Close copyright ![Broschures Danube Upper Austria](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/fileadmin/_processed_/1/4/csm_Werbemittel_Collage_2b2e4877f1.jpg "Broschures Danube Upper Austria") Order brochures ](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/en/danube-brochures.html) More e-bike tours & service info ------------------------------------ E-bikes also make it possible to conquer steeper passages at a leisurely pace. The change of perspective from the flat riverside path along the Danube and Inn to higher points in the surrounding countryside allows for fabulous panoramic views and far-reaching vistas over this fascinating landscape. Ferries and bridges connect both riverbanks and complete the comprehensive network of cycle paths in the Danube region in Upper Austria. **Tip:** Use [e-bike rental points](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/en/danube-cycle-path/bike-rentals.html) directly in the region. Some [accommodations](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/en/cycling/accommodation-with-e-bike-rental.html) also lend e-bikes to their guests. [ ![](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/fileadmin/_processed_/d/1/csm_RadtourDonauradwegBlickAufGreinPerg_WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals_9__12886c2656.jpg "©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals Donauradweg reloaded, Radfahrer radeln am Donauradweg mit Blick auf Grein Perg") Delightful tours with the e-bike Cycling Region Danube Upper Austria ](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/en/cycling/bike-tours.html) © Open copyright © ©WGDDonauOberoesterreichTourismusGmbHCMVisuals Donauradweg reloaded, Radfahrer radeln am Donauradweg mit Blick auf Grein Perg Close copyright [ ![Cycling Tour Cycling Region Danube Upper Austria near Pyrawang © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/CMVisuals](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/fileadmin/_processed_/9/6/csm_Radtour_am_Donauradweg_Pyrawang_gr__CM_Visuals__19__fe823c3b5a.jpg "Cycling Tour Cycling Region Danube Upper Austria near Pyrawang © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/CMVisuals") Overnight stay & e-biking Accommodations with e-bike rental for guests ](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/en/cycling/accommodation-with-e-bike-rental.html) © Open copyright © Cycling Tour Cycling Region Danube Upper Austria near Pyrawang © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/CMVisuals Close copyright [ ![Cyclists at the Waldhausen bathing lake © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/CMVisuals](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/fileadmin/_processed_/8/2/csm_Radfahrer_auf_dem_Badesee_Waldhausen_GR___CM_Visuals__5__614b9cf9c5.jpg "Cyclists at the Waldhausen bathing lake © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/CMVisuals") Bicycle friendly accommodation Certified as bett+bike ](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/en/danube-cycle-path/bett-bike-accommodations.html) © Open copyright © Cyclists at the Waldhausen bathing lake © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/CMVisuals Close copyright [ ![E-bikes Danube Cycle Path © Energie AG Oberösterreich](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/fileadmin/_processed_/d/b/csm_Energie_AG_E-Bike_Aschach_1486_gr_3d2005607b.jpg "E-bikes Danube Cycle Path © Energie AG Oberösterreich") E-charging stations Charging facilities for e-bikes ](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/en/danube-cycle-path/e-bike-charging-stations.html) © Open copyright © E-bikes Danube Cycle Path © Energie AG Oberösterreich Close copyright [ ![Women cyclists on the Obermühl Danube Cycle Path © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/CMVisuals](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/fileadmin/_processed_/0/e/csm_Radfahrerinnen_Gasthof_Gierlinger_Oberm%C3%BChl_an_der_Donau_gr____CM_Visuals_e8012f0d16.jpg "Women cyclists on the Obermühl Danube Cycle Path © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/CMVisuals") Bicycle repair shops For small bicycle breakdowns on the road ](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/en/radfahren/bike-repair-shops.html) © Open copyright © Women cyclists on the Obermühl Danube Cycle Path © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/CMVisuals Close copyright [ ![Cyclists in Au an der Donau © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/CMVisuals](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/fileadmin/_processed_/1/f/csm_Radfahrer_an_der_Donau_Au_Donau_3s___CM_Visuals__3__9a8526beb3.jpg "Cyclists in Au an der Donau © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/CMVisuals") Rental points Bicycle and e-bike rental in the Danube Region ](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/en/danube-cycle-path/bike-rentals.html) © Open copyright © Cyclists in Au an der Donau © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH/CMVisuals Close copyright Discounts and free benefits --------------------------- Experience the whole region, for example with the [DONAU.Erlebnis Card](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/en/donau-card.html). The new guest card for the Danube region in Upper Austria offers numerous free services and discounts at around 95 partners in the region - and that already from the first overnight stay in many accommodation establishments! [ © Open copyright © DONAU.Erlebnis Card © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH Close copyright ![DONAU.Erlebnis Card © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/fileadmin/_processed_/2/d/csm_DONAU.Erlebnis_Card_Veranstaltungen_neu_85c45cc752.jpg "DONAU.Erlebnis Card © WGD Donau Oberösterreich Tourismus GmbH") About the Card ](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/en/donau-card.html) ### Danube Shop Order useful cycling and hiking guides, functional clothing, branded accessories and interesting books from the Danube region in Upper Austria in our [Danube Shop](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/en/donaushop.html). [ © Open copyright © Shopping in Perg © Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich_Good Morning World-MSchillinger Close copyright ![Shopping in Perg © Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich_Good Morning World-MSchillinger](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/fileadmin/_processed_/5/e/csm_Staedte_Perg_Laden___Tourismusverband_Donau_Ober%C3%B6sterreich_Good_Morning_World_Melanie_Schillinger__16__8457f133f4.jpg "Shopping in Perg © Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich_Good Morning World-MSchillinger") Danube-Shop -------------- To the shop ](https://staging-donauregion.ttg.at/en/donaushop.html)