The Cycling Austria’s Mur Cycle Path is a wonderfully scenic adventure in the Austrian countryside that showcases the natural wonders of this beautiful central European country. Each morning of your adventure will begin with a look out of your hotel window to see the green hills and forests, for which Styria is famous, and the charming Austrian towns and villages that dot the landscape. The Austrian part of the Mur Cycle Path is 330 kilometres long and begins in St Michael in Lungau, in Salzburg. A little further along the route you will meet the River Mur, which will accompany you to the endpoint of the tour in Bad Radkersburg. On the seventh day of your cycling holiday you can watch the landscape change – from the mountainous Lungau to the lush green hills of Styria. The special thing about this adventure is that you’re always travelling a little downhill alongside the Mur, which makes for an easy-going adventure filled with breathtaking riverside scenery! If you are searching for an unforgettable adventure set in the picturesque Austrian countryside, then the Cycling Austria’s Mur Cycle Path is exactly the right trip for you! Day 1: Arrival in St. Michael im Lungau. Briefing and bike fitting, then free time. Recommended cycling trip to the Spring of the River Mur (approx. 55km), involving cycling past meadows, a steep route to the Stickler alpine hut, and a hike to the spring. Distance: None. Overnight Location: Hotel in St. Michael im Lungau. Included Meals: None. Day 2: Cycle to the Historic Town of Murau. Travel to Tamsweg (historic market place, pilgrimage church of St. Leonhard). Region characterized by wood (wood museum St. Ruprecht). Destination: tranquil town of Murau (medieval beer brewing town, beer museum, castle Murau, beautiful center). Distance: 55 km. Overnight Location: Hotel in Murau. Included Meals: Breakfast. Day 3: Bike Through the Mur Valley. Passages of the Mur Valley at the foot of the Niedere Tauern lead to Frojach (narrow-gauge railway museum), legendary ruins in Frauenburg, and the oldest mineral water spring in Styria in Sauerbrunn. Historic sites in Judenburg: city tower, former sovereign’s castle, townhouses, Magdalen Church. Distance: 65 km. Overnight Location: Hotel in Judenburg and Surroundings. Included Meals: Breakfast. Day 4: Cycle Through Loeben to Bruck an der Mur. Visit Maria Buch (pilgrimage church) and monastery Seckau (Benedictine abbey). Old industrial towns with well-kept old towns, vibrant pedestrian zones, and interesting museums. In Leoben: monastery Göss and Gösser brewery. In Bruck an der Mur: Schlossberg hill, Kornmesserhaus, city hall. Distance: 60 km. Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Bruck an der Mur. Included Meals: Breakfast. Day 5: Traverse the Austrian Countryside to Graz. Cycle to Frohnleiten. Exposure to natural beauty: old farmhouses, orchards, high cliffs. Landmarks: Rabenstein castle, Lurgrotte caves, open-air museum in Stübing. Graz attractions: Schlossberg hill with clock tower, Eggenberg castle, country house, town hall, museums, restaurants. Distance: 60 km. Overnight Location: Hotel in Graz. Included Meals: Breakfast. Day 6: Visit Seggau Castle. Visit Seggau Castle (Fürstenzimmer, art gallery), enjoy wine in the 300-year-old wine cellar. Experience the South Styrian wine road. Visit the church, city hall, and ship mill in Mureck. Distance: 65 km. Overnight Location: Hotel in Mureck. Included Meals: Breakfast. Day 7: Cycle Mureck to Bad Radkersburg and End of Tour. Short final stage characterized by water. River Mur guides the way. Swim in Lake Röcksee, visit mineral water spring Peterquelle, relax in thermal waters of Bad Radkersburg. Departure from Bad Radkersburg. Option to extend trip. Distance: 25 km. Overnight Location: None. Included Meals: Breakfast. This self-guided cycling tour is always run as a private tour for your group only. This tour can be customized for you, with prices depend on group size, room types, trip customizations, and date of travel. 2026 Pricing: Departures available daily from April 25 to September 20, 2026. Starting price for two people sharing a double or twin room is $1,095USD per person. Premium hybrid bike rental: $275USD. E-bike rental: $425USD. Accommodations are based in hotels and guesthouses of a 3-star standard, offering modern conveniences. Rooms may feature fireplaces or access to amenities like hot tubs, steam rooms, or private decks. Option to upgrade accommodations for an additional fee. Single occupancy upgrades and solo traveler supplements are available. In some cases, listed accommodations may be substituted for comparable ones. This tour is rated as 3/5 difficulty. Cyclists need to be able to cover between 40 and 70 kilometers per day, with one longer ascent throughout the tour. Mandatory health and medical insurance is required, covering cycling. Travel documents and resources for this trip are in English. To start the tour in St. Michael im Lungau: Fly into Salzburg Airport (SZG), transfer to Salzburg Central Train Station, then take a bus or taxi. The tour ends in Bad Radkersburg, from where a bus to Graz International Airport (GRZ) is available for departure. Bike rental options include 7-gear, 21/24-gear, and e-bike varieties. Bringing your own road bike suitable for the tour demands is also an option. Self-guided Specialists: Combines the freedom of solo travel with expertly handled logistics. Packed with Inclusions: Accommodations, luggage transfers, gear rentals, and more are included. World Class Support: Hassle-free booking process and excellent support for changing travel plans.
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