Alongside their own muscle strength, more and more cyclists are making use of the supplementary energy provided by batteries. This is also - indeed, especially - the case in Upper Austria. Why? Because bicycles with batteries and auxiliary electric motors always come to the assistance of the cyclist's calves in those precise moments when a crucial boost in power, speed and stamina is required.

Such as when heading away from the flat riverside of the Danube into the hilly terrain beyond. Or when the ascent to that eagerly-anticipated viewpoint in the hills of the Mühlviertel region becomes a challenge. And in the Salzkammergut region, when one last ridge lies between the cyclist and that well-deserved cooling dip in the lake.

These are just some of the reasons why Upper Austria is a pioneer in all things e-bike, offering a dense network of e-bike rental companies and battery-charging stations. This means that you can rely on power being available to your pedals when the key sections of your trip are on the horizon.