FAQ: Gravel biking & road cycling in the Mühlviertel

Velorama is the go-to destination for gravel and road cycling in the Mühlviertel region of Upper Austria. It combines carefully selected gravel and road cycling routes with GPX navigation, specialist bike hosts, services, events and community activities. Velorama is characterised by its hilly granite landscape, significant elevation gain, varied terrain and the combination of challenging cycling and regional delights.

Velorama is situated in the Mühlviertel region in the north of Upper Austria. The area stretches across a variety of landscapes between the Danube, the Bohemian Forest and the borders with Bavaria and the Czech Republic. The cycling experience is characterised by numerous quiet side roads, forest trails, granite paths and scenic hills.

Velorama is aimed at gravel cyclists, road cyclists and anyone who would like to actively explore the Mühlviertel by bike. The range of tours on offer extends from shorter, leisurely rides to challenging routes with significant elevation gain. 

The Mühlviertel  offers a dense network of side roads, forest tracks and gravel paths, undulating terrain and ridges with stunning views. For gravel cyclists, this means varied surfaces and plenty of nature; for road cyclists, it means numerous bends, climbs and quiet roads. Granite shapes the landscape, the ground and the character of the region.

Velorama currently comprises 108 selected routes totalling 8,932 kilometres of road and gravel cycling and more than 162,500 metres of elevation gain. The routes are spread across the entire Mühlviertel region and cater for gravel, road cycling and various levels of difficulty.  View all tours

On velorama.atyou can find bike shops, repair centres, charging points and other services for your ride. The services on offer, opening hours and costs vary depending on the location. It’s therefore best to check the details before setting off.

Velorama lists cycle workshops and repair points in the Mühlviertel. region. In addition, there are public cycle service points at certain locations, equipped with tools and a pump for minor repairs. For more serious faults, you should contact a specialist workshop.

Yes, selected businesses and bike shops offer bike or e-bike hire. The range of bikes, types of bike, prices and availability vary from provider to provider. Where possible, book the bike you want in advance, particularly at weekends and during holiday periods.

Yes. In the Mühlviertel region, there are selected bike charging points at accommodation providers’ premises and public locations. You can find out whether a charging point is free or subject to a charge, and what types of sockets are available, on the relevant details page.

Charging options for electronic circuits, cycle computers and lights depend on the host or location in question. If you’re charging overnight, it’s best to check in advance whether a suitable socket or USB charging point is available, and to bring your own charger.

Some Velorama Bike Hosts offer shuttle services, transfers or luggage transport on request. The services vary from one host to another and may be subject to a charge. When planning your trip, you should discuss the service you require directly with your host.Can I charge electronic circuits, GPS devices or lights?

Velorama brings together key information on emergency services and accidents on a dedicated service page. Save relevant emergency numbers to your smartphone before setting off on long rides, and allow plenty of time, particularly when cycling on unfamiliar routes. Emergency Services & Accidents

Travelling by train and bike is possible, depending on your point of departure and accommodation. For some destinations, you’ll need to continue your journey from Linz by regional train, bus or shuttle. Check timetables, bike transport options and bookings in advance, and arrange any station transfers directly with your host.

Parking is available at many tour starting points, local authorities and accommodation providers. The exact parking arrangements, any charges and access regulations vary depending on the starting point. Please therefore refer to the information on the relevant tour or venue page. 

A long weekend is ideal for getting a first impression. If you’d like to combine different parts of the Mühlviertel, several gravel or road cycling tours and stops to sample local specialities, we recommend at least four days. For repeat visitors, the extensive network of routes offers plenty to keep you coming back for more.

Both. Velorama works just as well for a sporty cycling weekend as it does for a cycling holiday lasting several days. Thanks to the wide range of tours and different starting points, you can stay in the same accommodation for several days or combine different parts of the Mühlviertel.

The classic Velorama season runs from the snow-free months of spring through to autumn. Spring and autumn often offer pleasant temperatures, whilst in summer the longer days are ideal for extended rides. The weather and trail conditions can change at short notice at higher altitudes – so be sure to check the current conditions before every ride.

Yes. Thanks to its location in northern Upper Austria, the Mühlviertel is easily accessible from Bavaria and the Czech Republic. In addition, selected tours take you across the border into the Bavarian Forest or the Czech Republic, making Velorama particularly well-suited for a short cycling break in the border triangle.

Yes. Velorama combines tours and cycling holidays with events, group rides, challenges and other community activities centred around gravel and road cycling. You can find the latest dates in the events section at velorama.at.  View upcoming events

Yes. The Mühlviertel is ideal for clubs, groups of friends, training groups and group cycling weekends. With rides of varying lengths and levels of difficulty, it’s easy to put together suitable routes for different ability levels.

Yes. You can meet other gravel and road cyclists at advertised Events, community rides and group rides. Check the date, meeting point, fitness level and any registration requirements in the relevant event listing beforehand.

Guided rides and community rides are offered on selected dates. In addition, individual hosts offer guided activities or personalised route recommendations. You can find the latest options under ‘Events’ and on the Bike Hosts’ details pages.

The Velorama Bike Weekend is a cycling event in the Mühlviertel region that focuses on group rides, community, hospitality and experiences on gravel and road routes. Dates, the programme and registration details are announced via the Velorama channels and the events section.

On velorama.at you’ll find all the key information you need for your gravel or road cycling holiday in the Mühlviertel: routes with GPX data and elevation profiles, bike hosts, offers, services, places to stop for refreshments and events. Discover Velorama