Mountain biking in the Vienna Woods

The high density and quality of legal routes, without having to wait long for the next descent. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced cyclist, the Vienna Woods offer numerous routes and trails that provide exciting exploration opportunities from the first buds of spring until the end of golden autumn. Those looking for even more activity will also find what they are looking for in hiking or cycling. In addition to nature experiences, culinary delights and cultural highlights make your stay unforgettable.

Yes, use of the mountain bike trails in the Vienna Woods is generally free of charge. With an impressive 98 per cent of the trails financed by the municipalities of the Vienna Woods, a unique infrastructure has been created. The Trailcenter Wien also offers additional amenities such as a lift and a practice area for a small fee.

The hilly Vienna Woods Biosphere Reserve offers ideal conditions for mountain bikers. A dense network of forest roads has been supplemented by numerous trails created through joint projects between the MTB community and active cooperation with forest owners. This creates a wealth of opportunities for both casual riders and ambitious bikers. This results in a total of 1,370 km of signposted routes.

Our cycling partners in the Vienna Woods are the ideal place for cyclists to stop for refreshments before or after their tour. You can find nearby establishments on the map.

Many partner establishments in the Vienna Woods are Bett+Bike certified and offer cyclists comfortable accommodation. These establishments are geared towards the needs of mountain bikers and can be found on maps or online here.

Information on route closures can be found clearly online here. The reasons for and duration of the closures are also noted there, which helps to avoid inconvenience and increase safety.

The routes are signposted with the optimal direction of travel. It is possible to travel routes and laps in the opposite direction, but this means that you will not see any signposts. Please note that most trails and uphill sections may only be used in the direction indicated by the signposts. Very flat trails are an exception, which is noted in the description.

For safety reasons, entering and driving on forestry land is not permitted by the authorities during forestry work. Even if no machinery can be heard, there is still a risk and the closure remains in place. Actively informing yourself about closures when planning your route protects everyone – and helps to avoid unnecessary detours.

Shared trails are narrow forest paths and part of marked routes that are accessible to both hikers and horse riders. This means that you can expect to encounter a wide variety of people seeking relaxation, so always be considerate. After all, the forest and the trail are shared.

Single trails have been opened specifically for mountain bikers, but pedestrians are still to be expected here. Safety is paramount here: always ride with half your vision in order to master unexpected encounters. Please note: exceptions are the trails on the Anninger or in the Weidlingbach Trail Park, which are open exclusively to mountain bikes.

According to Austrian forestry law, access has been permitted since 1975, but cycling is only allowed with the consent of the owners. To make cycling possible in the beautiful Vienna Woods, we enter into agreements with them, creating legal and nature-friendly paths that benefit everyone.