The 13 STP road cycling routes around St. Pölten offer a wide range of experiences – from the challenging queen stage to Mariazell and alpine adventures through the Ötscher-Tormäuer and Kalkalpen regions, to culture-rich pleasure routes through the Wachau and the Tulln Danube area – combining, for cyclists of all skill levels, demanding climbs, fast flat sections, breathtaking panoramas, historic highlights like Melk Abbey and the Mariazell Basilica, as well as charming villages in valleys, forests, and vine-covered hills.
👑 The Mariazell queen stage offers the ultimate athletic challenge 💪 with 169 kilometers and 1,930 meters of elevation gain – set in breathtaking landscapes 🌄.
🚴♂️ From St. Pölten to Mariazell and back, you’ll pass through the idyllic Pielach and Traisen valleys as well as the Mariazell region with its forests 🌲 and peaks ⛰️.
🌀 Enjoy the serpentines from Puchenstuben, spectacular views at Josefsberg 🔭, and the impressive basilica in the heart of the pilgrimage site Mariazell ⛪.
🍽️ After a hearty meal at the Wuchtlwirtin, the route leads past Hubertussee and Walster back toward the state capital.
✨ This route combines athletic challenge with unforgettable impressions.
🚴♂️ The 143-kilometer route with 1,920 meters of elevation gain leads through the stunning landscape of the Ötscher-Tormäuer Nature Park 🌲.
🌄 From St. Pölten, you’ll experience the picturesque Texing Valley, gentle hills, and challenging climbs ⛰️.
🏰 Highlights like Plankenstein Castle, the beautiful and secluded Schlagerboden 🌾, and the impressive view from Annaberg of the Ötscher and its rugged ridge 🏔️ make this route a true eye-catcher 👀.
💪 A perfect mix of athletic challenge and untouched nature 🌿.
🚵♂️ Over 123 kilometers and 1,710 meters of elevation gain, the Summit Tour Kalkalpen offers an unforgettable road cycling experience through the impressive region of the Lower Austrian Kalkalpen 🏔️.
⬆️ Challenging climbs like Klammhöhe, Hegerberg, and Stollberg test your endurance 💪 and offer fast descents ⬇️,
🌄 while breathtaking views and idyllic spots like the Araburg 🏰 create unforgettable moments.
🌿 This tour combines athletic challenge with a unique experience of nature – perfect for ambitious cyclists 🚴♂️!
🚴♀️ The 128-kilometer route with 850 meters of elevation gain offers a perfect combination of speed ⚡ and scenic variety 🌄.
🏘️ From St. Pölten, the route leads through charming villages like Kilb, Mank, and St. Leonhard to the Ybbs-Persenbeug Danube Power Plant ⚙️.
☕ After a quick coffee break in the garden of Gasthof Böhm, the route continues with views of the Danube all the way to Melk.
⛴️ After crossing the Danube at Klein-Pöchlarn and passing the impressive Melk Abbey 🏰, it winds back to St. Pölten over the gentle hills of the Mostviertel cultural landscape 🌾.
✅ An ideal, flatter tour for speed enthusiasts 🏁.
🚴♂️ This 118-kilometer route with 1,710 meters of elevation gain leads through the UNESCO World Heritage Wachau, one of the most beautiful river landscapes in Europe.
🍇 Along the Danube, you’ll pass picturesque wine villages like Weißenkirchen and Spitz.
🚫 From Mautern to Spitz, a driving ban applies on the main road, so the route follows the official cycling path here.
⛰️ Shortly after Spitz, the challenging climb with switchbacks begins up to the Jauerling (960 m), the highest elevation in the Wachau, rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views.
🌟 Highlights like Jauerling, Maria Langegg, and the Dunkelsteinerwald make this route a unique mix of athletic challenge 💪 and scenic beauty 🌿.
🚴 Over 114 kilometers and 1,370 meters of elevation gain, this challenging road bike route leads into the scenic region of the Gutenstein Alps.
⛰️ First, you’ll tackle the Morigraben, the link between the Traisen and Pielach valleys, before continuing to the legendary Ochssattel and Kalte Kuchl 🍽️ (Tip: be sure to take a break for a cheese or apple strudel!).
🌄 Picturesque valleys, gentle plateaus, and dense forests shape the route, while charming places like Eschenau, Hohenberg, and Kleinzell 🏘️ provide variety.
💪 Perfect for ambitious cyclists seeking both nature 🌳 and challenge.
🚴 The 113-kilometer route with 910 meters of elevation gain leads through the beautiful alpine foothills near Melk 🌾.
🌄 The gentle hills and wide fields of this region create a varied cycling experience.
🏰 A special highlight is the impressive Melk Abbey, majestically perched above the Danube, offering an unforgettable view 👀.
🗻 Another gem along the route is the climb to Osterburg, which you’ll often have all to yourself – a rare moment of peace.
🏘️ Charming villages in the Texing Valley, like Mank, Kilb, and St. Leonhard am Forst, invite you to take a short break ☕.
🚴♂️ The 94-kilometer route with 910 meters of elevation gain leads through some of the most beautiful landscapes of Lower Austria and has already been voted the most beautiful cycling route multiple times by triathlon participants.
🌊 From St. Pölten, it heads past Lake Ratzersdorf toward the Traisen Valley.
⬆️ The first climb awaits you in Krustetten, with a magnificent view of Göttweig Abbey 🏰.
🍇 From here, the picturesque Wachau, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, opens up with its impressive vineyards and historic towns like Rossatzbach, Spitz, and Weißenkirchen.
🌲 In the final third, the Dunkelsteinerwald awaits Gansbach cyclists with a shady but demanding climb.
🛣️ The route deviates from the original triathlon course at the start, as the closed S33 highway is not passable – nevertheless, it offers an unparalleled riding experience with sporting challenges and scenic highlights.
🚴♀️ The 85-kilometer route with 1,260 meters of elevation gain leads through the Region Elsbeere Wienerwald, known for its hilly landscape, dense forests 🌳, and the rare service tree that gives the region its name.
⬆️ Challenging climbs like Stollberg and Hegerberg demand strength and endurance 💪, but reward with breathtaking views of the picturesque surroundings 🌄.
🏘️ The route passes through charming villages like Michelbach, Stössing, and Kasten.
📏 With a challenging elevation-to-distance ratio, this route is ideal for ambitious cyclists who want to combine sporting challenge with natural experience 🍃.
🚴♂️ The 88-kilometer route with only 350 meters of elevation gain leads through the Tulln Danube Region and offers an ideal mix of relaxed riding and fascinating landscapes 🌾.
🚶♀️ The route starts in St. Pölten and follows the bike path to Pottenbrunn, passing Wasserburg Castle and Sitzenberg Palace 🏰.
🛶 Along the Danube, you’ll discover interesting insights, such as the historic Zwentendorf nuclear power plant, which was never put into operation but became a symbol of 1970s energy policy ⚡.
🌄 The journey continues toward the Wachau, where Göttweig Abbey towers majestically over the valley, and towns like Paudorf and Meidling enhance the scenic charm.
🌊 At the end of the route, Lake Viehofen invites you to take a refreshing break – perfect for cooling down and catching your breath.
🟢 With its flat elevation profile, this route is especially suited for leisure cyclists and anyone seeking a tour with varied landscapes and historical character.
🚴♂️ The route covers 80 kilometers and 930 meters of elevation gain and leads through some of the most beautiful and challenging landscapes of the region 🌄.
🏁 The route was part of the classic category of the St. Pölten Cycling Marathon, held until 2019, and offers both athletic challenges and scenic highlights.
⬆️ With climbs like Wetterluckn, Luft, and the challenging Plambacheck, you’ll face real endurance tests, but be rewarded with magnificent views 💪.
🌿 The route passes through the Pielach Valley, known for its picturesque nature and peaceful atmosphere.
🚴♀️ The return to St. Pölten takes place on familiar, quiet bike paths – a perfect end to the tour.
✨ This route offers a unique combination of athletic ambition and fascinating nature.
🚴♀️ The Pielachtal Circuit Geiseben spans 65 kilometers with only 500 meters of elevation gain, passing through one of the most beautiful regions of Lower Austria – the picturesque Pielach Valley 🌿.
🌇 This route is ideal for a relaxed evening ride or a gentler outing.
🛤️ The path leads over the remote, quiet Geiseben, where a short climb offers a sporting challenge – but the stunning views into the valley quickly make up for the effort 🌄.
📏 With its flat profile and relaxed atmosphere, this route is perfect for cyclists who want to enjoy nature and handle moderate climbs 🚵♂️.
✨ Ideal for anyone seeking a sporty escape in beautiful surroundings.
St. Pölten is the capital of Lower Austria and is known for a mix of baroque architecture and modern buildings. The city lies on the Traisen River, has a historic old town, a vibrant cultural scene, and good transport connections, especially to Vienna.
St. Pölten is the capital of Lower Austria and is known for a mix of baroque architecture and modern buildings. The city lies on the Traisen River, has a historic old town, a vibrant cultural scene, and good transport connections, especially to Vienna.
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