Fast or leisurely: Biking holiday in the Alps
The Vorarlberg mountains are an invitation etched in stone for all bikers. The beautifully diverse landscape of the Austrian Alps is an unmatched backdrop for any cycling holiday.
Ambitious mountain bikers and leisurely e-bikers can’t get enough of the green mountain pastures, cool forests, glistening mountain lakes and the different trail conditions. As soon as you get into the saddle, you will know: Everything is possible here. From an adrenalin rush on the freeride trail to a relaxed bike tour across blossoming meadows and through dreamy valleys. So, put on your helmet – your cycling holiday at the Arlberg in Austria can begin.
The hotel for cyclists
It’s not just the fantastic location that makes the Hotel Sonnenburg the first choice for cyclists. Amidst the Austrian Alps, we offer our guests all the biking essentials and handy extras that they might need for a carefree holiday in Lech am Arlberg:
- lockable bike storage
- bike wash area in front of the bike storage
- snacks for your next tour
- charging for your e-bike
- access to the Burgwald Trail right outside the door
- laundry service for bike clothing
- small bike repair kit in the bike storage
- request repairs and spare parts at the reception
- coordination with local bike guides
- bike rental at Sportalp close by
- tour tips at the reception
It is by riding a bicycle that you learn the contours of a country best, since you have to sweat up the hills and coast down them.
Ernest Hemingway
Tips from the Sonnenburg
Bike map for Lech am Arlberg
Cycling trips in the Austrian Alps: Our favorites
Indulge in a hearty breakfast, pack your backpack and put on your helmet –and set out on your next cycling trip in the Austrian Alps.
You are on the look-out for a mountainbike experience in Vorarlberg? Well, you don’t have to look far. Step outside the hotel, hop in the saddle and start right at the Hotel Sonnenburg. Bike to the picturesque Spullersee lake at 1,826 metres above sea level via the Speichersee lake and through the Zugertobel. Or conquer the summit at 2,173 metres on the challenging Kriegerhorn Tour. Those longing for speed instead of height, can hurtle down the Burgwald Trail, the first freeride and enduro trail in Vorarlberg. The downhill route with its many bends is plenty of fun for riders of every level – from ‘easy’ to ‘extreme’.
Whatever you prefer, we are looking forward to turning your next cycling holiday in Austria into a memorable experience. See you soon at the Hotel Sonnenburg!
Take a break
Whether the athletic challenge or the stunning landscape lead you to Austria – enjoy a nice break on your cycling holiday and visit one (or many) of the local rustic mountain cabins. The regional delicacies from Vorarlberg are always worth a stop. And the breathtaking views are the cherry on top.
After an exhausting yet rewarding day in the mountains, treat yourself to a delicious dinner at our restaurant in Lech am Arlberg right at the Hotel Sonnenburg.
Explore the Arlberg bike paradise
The Arlberg is a playground full of challenging mountain bike routes and daring downhill trails – promising heart-pounding descents to all adventurous bikers on holiday in the Austrian Alps. Meanwhile, easygoing cyclists can soak in the stunning alpine scenery on gentler paths that invite you to slow down and connect with nature.
Want to reach new heights without breaking a sweat? E-bikes are your best friend. Conquer steep ascents and long distances with ease and boost your speed on flat terrain. And for an even smoother ride uphill, hop aboard one of the region’s summer mountain cableways. With the Lech Card, you and your bike enjoy unlimited lift access across the area.
The best thing about the variety of tours and bikes? The whole family on holiday in Austria can bike together – no matter their fitness level: parents, children and even grandma and grandpa will find the right route for a shared holiday experience. Some with a little e-bike support, others with pure pedal power.
