--- title: A1 Westautobahn in Upper Austria - Stops, excursion and travel tips along the route url: "https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg.html" description: "Are you travelling on the A1 Westautobahn motorway towards Salzburg, Tyrol, Vienna or on to the Adriatic? Then your route will take you right through the middle of Upper Austria - and thus through a region full of hidden highlights, crystal-clear lakes, cool places to take a break and cultural discoveries right next to the motorway." image: "https://www.upperaustria.com/fileadmin/user_upload/upperaustria/Logo_upperuastria_RGB_300x300px_Websites.png" date: 2025-06-30 modified: 2025-06-30 --- # A1 Westautobahn in Upper Austria - Stops, excursion and travel tips along the route Travelling on the A1: The most beautiful stops in Upper Austria =============================================================== Ideal for travellers from Vienna, Salzburg and southern Germany --------------------------------------------------------------- Are you travelling on the A1 Westautobahn motorway towards Salzburg, Vienna or on to the Adriatic? Then your route will take you right through the middle of Upper Austria - and thus through a region full of hidden highlights, crystal-clear lakes, cool places to take a break and cultural discoveries right next to the motorway. The A1 motorway in Upper Austria is more than just a thoroughfare ----------------------------------------------------------------- The A1 motorway leads through a region full of surprises. Whether you are coming from **Slovakia, Lower Austria**, **Vienna** or from **Germany** or **Salzburg** - **in Upper Austria,** **baroque monasteries, lively towns, bathing lakes and places of pleasure** await you just a few minutes from the exit. Why sweat in a traffic jam when culture, nature and relaxation are waiting right next to the motorway? ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Whether you stay for **an hour**, **a night** or **several days**: Between **Linz and Mondsee**, your holiday often starts earlier than expected. Discover where a stopover is particularly worthwhile - or extend your stay and go on holiday in Upper Austria right away. 1. 2. Highlights along the route -------------------------- Open copyright © Copyright: TVB Mondsee-Irrsee Close copyright ![A wintry setting with a large yellow basilica in the valley, a lake and a mountain behind.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: TVB Mondsee-Irrsee") Mondsee - Seenland (Mondsee exit) Turquoise-coloured water, baroque basilica and lively waterfront promenade. Tip: don't forget your swimsuit! [ To MondseeLand ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-destination/detail/10/mondsee-irrsee.html) Open copyright © Copyright: TVB Attersee-Attergau/Moritz Ablinger Close copyright ![Tourismusverband Attersee-Attergau administrative office & company headquarters in St. Georgen im Attergau: The picture shows a couple standing relaxed on a jetty by a beautiful lake. The woman is wearing a swimming costume, while the man is dressed in swimming shorts. The surroundings are characterised by mountains and an idyllic landscape.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: TVB Attersee-Attergau/Moritz Ablinger") Attersee (exit St. Georgen or Seewalchen) The **turquoise-blue Attersee** is perfect for a summer break with a lake view. Tips: Swimming in the lake, **Klimt theme trail**. [ To the Attersee ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-destination/detail/152/attersee-attergau.html) Open copyright © Copyright: www.traunseehotels.at Close copyright ![winter-panorama-feuerkogel-view-from-the-kranabetthuette-c-www-traunseehotels-at](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: www.traunseehotels.at") Lake Traunsee (Regau exit) A dream between mountain and shore: **Lake Traunsee**. The charming ceramics town of **Gmunden** with its **lakeside castle Ort** invites you to enjoy cosy cafés right on the water. [ To the Traunsee ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-destination/detail/153/traunsee-almtal.html) Open copyright © Copyright: Grüne Erde Close copyright ![Grüne Erde-Welt – Aussenansicht-21588](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Grüne Erde") Grüne Erde-Welt in the Almtal (exit Vorchdorf) 15 minutes from the **A1** motorway, everything is green and quiet. The hilly **Almtal valley** also offers a very special experience: the **Grüne Erde-Welt**. [ Grüne Erde-Welt ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-poi/detail/430023057/gruene-erde-green-earth-world.html) Open copyright © Copyright: Tourismusverband Region Wels Close copyright ![Welser Weihnachtswelt](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Tourismusverband Region Wels") Wels (exit Wels) 5 minutes from the A1: The city of **Wels** with its lively old town, shopping, **Welios Science Centre** and charming **zoo**. [ To Wels ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-stadt-ort/detail/430000879/wels.html) Open copyright © Copyright: Linztourismus, Martin Stoebich Close copyright ![A small dog on a sandy beach next to a yellow inflatable mattress, with a river and city skyline in the twilight.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Linztourismus, Martin Stoebich") Linz (Linz exit) 10 minutes from the A1 motorway: **Ars Electronica Center, Lentos Art Museum,** historic old town. Ideal for day visitors or a spontaneous city trip. [ To Linz ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-stadt-ort/detail/430000877/linz.html) ![The picture shows an aerial view of St. Florian Abbey in the fall. The impressive baroque architecture of the monastery is clearly visible, with its striking towers and extensive grounds. The monastery is surrounded by a picturesque landscape with autumn-colored trees that create a warm and idyllic atmosphere.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "StFlorian Abbey Aerial view") St. Florian Abbey (exit Enns/St. Florian) One of the most magnificent monasteries in Austria with a baroque basilica, crypt and **Bruckner organ** - a place to recharge the mind and senses. [ To St. Florian ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-poi/detail/401299/st-florian-monastery-of-the-augustinian-canons-regular.html) Open copyright © Copyright: Wolfgang Simlinger Close copyright ![A snow-covered place with historic buildings surrounded by bare trees. A tall tower with a clock stands in the centre. The facades of the buildings are white and have traditional architectural elements. A peaceful winter landscape.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Wolfgang Simlinger") Enns - Austria's oldest town (Enns exit) Fancy a cultural walk or a break? Discover the **city tower**, the **Lauriacum** Roman **Museum** and charming pubs. [ To Enns ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-stadt-ort/detail/430001046/enns.html) Open copyright © Copyright: Mauthausen Memorial Close copyright ![Concentration camp memorial / Mauthausen Memorial in Mauthausen: A group of people gather in a large, open square in front of an imposing complex of buildings with high walls and towers. The sky is dotted with numerous cloud formations. The place appears to be a historical sight that is being visited by visitors.](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "© Copyright: Mauthausen Memorial") Mauthausen Memorial (exit Enns) A stopover with depth. The Mauthausen Concentration Camp Memorial is a quiet, dignified place of remembrance. [ To the memorial ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-poi/detail/400933/mauthausen-memorial-site.html) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. From stopover to holiday - it's quick and easy here --------------------------------------------------- If you prefer to enjoy pure nature, splash around in crystal-clear lakes or stroll through old town streets instead of being stuck in traffic jams, **Upper Austria** is the place for you. Route-friendly, traffic jam-free, surprisingly beautiful. No detours, no overcrowded places - but real experiences, delicious specialities, fantastic nature and the certainty that **the south can wait.** Because what was planned as a short break quickly turns into a real holiday in Upper Austria. If you add a few more days, you will discover the nearby [**Salzkammergut** ](https://www.salzkammergut.at/en/ "Link https://www.salzkammergut.at/en/ opens in new window")with its mountains and lakes, the mystical and idyllic [**Mühlviertel**](https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/ "Link https://www.muehlviertel.at/en/ opens in new window") the pulsating [**provincial capital Linz**](https://www.linztourismus.at/en/leisure "Link https://www.linztourismus.at/en/leisure opens in new window"), the varied [**region of Wels**](https://www.wels.at/en/welsmarketing/tourism-region-of-wels.html "Link https://www.wels.at/en/welsmarketing/tourism-region-of-wels.html opens in new window") the romantic Steyr and the south with its unspoilt nature in the [**Kalkalpen National Park**](https://en.kalkalpen.at/ "Link https://en.kalkalpen.at/ opens in new window") or the west between **the Inn and Hausruckwald**. Travelling in Upper Austria --------------------------- Open copyright © Copyright: Brunnwald Close copyright ![301115541_601616481555528_652930462390678263_n](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "301115541_601616481555528_652930462390678263_n | © Copyright: Brunnwald") Nature Fasting | Fasting & Hiking XL 9 nights **Bad Leonfelden** Therapeutic fasting according to Dr. Buchinger at the Hotel Brunnwald Renunciation does not take away, renunciation gives. Fasting according to… **Time period:** 23.10.2026 - 31.10.2026 [ From € 890,00 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/11163/nature-fasting-fasting-hiking-xl-9-nights.html) Open copyright © Copyright: TVB Mühlviertel | Robert Diesenreither Close copyright ![RennradhügelweltmitAussichtBearbeitet_TVBMuehlviertelRobert Diesenreither.jpg](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "RennradhügelweltmitAussichtBearbeitet_TVBMuehlviertelRobert Diesenreither.jpg | © Copyright: TVB Mühlviertel | Robert Diesenreither") Road bike & gravel enthusiasts (biobikers) **Rechberg** "Pure biobiking" The gentle hills and challenging climbs of the Mühlviertel. There are hardly any flat kilometers, which makes the training… **Time period:** 23.10.2026 - 30.10.2026 [ From € 210,00 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/11170/road-bike-gravel-enthusiasts-biobikers.html) Open copyright © Copyright: Oberoesterreich Tourismus GmbH Hermann Erber Close copyright ![Golfvergnügen Golfpark Böhmerwald](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Golfvergnügen Golfpark Böhmerwald | © Copyright: Oberoesterreich Tourismus GmbH Hermann Erber") AIGO Golf Safari **Aigen-Schlägl** While you relax on the fairways, your children are well taken care of and enjoy exciting adventures no matter the weather. Enjoy golf and… **Time period:** 30.03.2026 - 01.11.2026 [ From € 734,00 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/11012/aigo-golf-safari.html) Open copyright © Copyright: Hotel Rockenschaub Close copyright ![Kurvenreich Motorradwoche](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Kurvenreich Motorradwoche | © Copyright: Hotel Rockenschaub") FULL OF CURVES: Motorcycle Week **Liebenau** Endless fun on winding roads in the Mühlviertel and Waldviertel regions and beyond. Countless tours on quiet, winding roads through a diverse… **Time period:** 04.10.2025 - 31.12.2027 [ From € 772,00 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/4431/full-of-curves-motorcycle-week.html) Open copyright © Copyright: Kern Franz Close copyright ![Radfahren in der Huegelwelt](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Radfahren in der Huegelwelt | © Copyright: Kern Franz") Cycling in the Hilly Countryside **Hagenberg im Mühlkreis** Enjoy cycling adventures with breathtaking views in the rolling hills of the Mühlviertel—without sacrificing a comfortable night’s sleep or… **Time period:** 30.09.2025 - 30.12.2027 [ From € 240,00 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/10582/cycling-in-the-hilly-countryside.html) Open copyright © Copyright: Sabine Kern Close copyright ![Urlaub mit Hund bei Sabine Kern-Eingang](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Urlaub mit Hund bei Sabine Kern-Eingang | © Copyright: Sabine Kern") Stay 7 nights, pay for 6 **Unterweißenbach** Enjoy the peace and quiet of nature! It’s perfect for taking a walk right from your front door! Beautiful hiking trails (Tanner Moor Nature… **Time period:** 12.01.2026 - 03.01.2027 [ From € 495,00 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/11471/stay-7-nights-pay-for-6.html) Open copyright © Copyright: Faustschlössl Zauner OG Close copyright ![Hotel mit Donaustrand](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Hotel mit Donaustrand | © Copyright: Faustschlössl Zauner OG") Cycling pleasure on the Danube River! **Feldkirchen an der Donau** Spend your holiday in what is probably the smallest hotel in the Danube region with spectacular views of the Danube and the personal, loving… **Time period:** 01.03.2026 - 31.10.2026 [ From € 180,00 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/5413/cycling-pleasure-on-the-danube-river.html) Open copyright © Copyright: Bio- und Reiterhof Gollner Close copyright ![Reiten BIO und REITERHOF Gollner](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Reiten BIO und REITERHOF Gollner | © Copyright: Bio- und Reiterhof Gollner") Trail Days - Trail Riding for 2 People **Ulrichsberg** 3 days riding experience in the Bohemian ForestDay - leisurely introductory ride Day ride with lunch stop Half-day ride to round off the day … **Time period:** 01.03.2026 - 19.12.2026 [ From € 325,00 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/11321/trail-days-trail-riding-for-2-people.html) Open copyright © Copyright: Biobauernhof Matheis-Weiß Close copyright ![Family days on an organic farm](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Family days on an organic farm | © Copyright: Biobauernhof Matheis-Weiß") Family days on an organic farm **Neustift im Mühlkreis** Family days on an organic farm Leave everyday life behind you from the very first moment and feel the power of nature to help you feel good,… **Time period:** 01.04.2026 - 30.10.2026 [ From € 673,00 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/10723/family-days-on-an-organic-farm.html) Open copyright © Copyright: Big-Sky-Ranch Close copyright ![Alm Aktiv](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Alm Aktiv | © Copyright: Big-Sky-Ranch") ALM Active **Liebenau** Our ranch is located at 960 meters above sea level in the northern part of the Mühlviertler Alm in Liebenau—pure freedom! In our beautiful… **Time period:** 10.09.2025 - 31.12.2026 [ From € 265,00 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/6961/alm-active.html) Open copyright © Copyright: TVB Inneres Salzkammergut Close copyright ![%c2%a9 TVB – Bad Goisern DSCN2062_kl](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "%c2%a9 TVB – Bad Goisern DSCN2062_kl | © Copyright: TVB Inneres Salzkammergut") Salzkammergut - World Heritage Hiking Tour **Bad Ischl** - Including luggage transfer - **Time period:** 21.04.2026 - 25.10.2026 [ From € 920,00 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/8157/salzkammergut-world-heritage-hiking-tour.html) Open copyright © Copyright: Hotel Fürst Close copyright ![Kurventraum](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Kurventraum | © Copyright: Hotel Fürst") Curve Dream Package - 5 Days - Hotel Fürst **Unterweißenbach** Thanks to its winding roads, the Mühlviertler Alm is ideal for extended, multi-day motorcycle tours. After a wonderful ride, you can park your… **Time period:** 01.04.2026 - 31.10.2026 [ From € 239,00 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/10937/curve-dream-package-5-days-hotel-fuerst.html) Open copyright © Copyright: Luger Close copyright ![Restaurant Luger](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Restaurant Luger | © Copyright: Luger") Gourmet days **Neustift im Mühlkreis** Gourmet package **Time period:** 06.01.2026 - 10.01.2027 [ From € 425,00 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/8608/gourmet-days.html) ![star-wheel-tour-new](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "star-wheel-tour-new") Lake Tour Salzkammergut and Salzburg – Short tour **Bad Ischl** Bad Ischl – St. Wolfgang - St. Gilgen – Thalgau – Lake Mondsee – Lake Irrsee – Neumarkt – Lake Wallersee Circular Tour – Seekirchen – Eugendorf… **Time period:** 29.04.2027 - 07.10.2027 [ From € 639,00 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/8909/lake-tour-salzkammergut-and-salzburg-short-tour.html) ![salt-worlds_hallstatt_world-heritage-view_key-visual](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "salt-worlds_hallstatt_world-heritage-view_key-visual") Hiking in the Salzkammergut with Hallstatt **Bad Goisern am Hallstättersee** Discovering a cultural landscape - under the sign of salt with luggage transfer overnight in ***hotels/inns start on arrival possible every… **Time period:** 21.04.2026 - 25.10.2026 [ From € 865,00 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/8155/hiking-in-the-salzkammergut-with-hallstatt.html) ![Wesenufer Hotel & Seminarkultur an der Donau](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Wesenufer Hotel & Seminarkultur an der Donau") Danube Resonance Trail - A Weekend of Hiking and Enjoyment **Waldkirchen am Wesen** The Danube Resonance Trail offers experiential exercises in resonance with the elements and nature—including your own!—at 12 pristine natural… **Time period:** 09.10.2026 - 11.10.2026 [ From € 106,00 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/11080/danube-resonance-trail-a-weekend-of-hiking-and-enjoyment.html) Open copyright © Copyright: TTG - Reisenbichler Close copyright ![European cross (c) TTG - Reisenbichler_kl](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "European cross (c) TTG - Reisenbichler_kl | © Copyright: TTG - Reisenbichler") Hut hike through the hell mountainside **Ebensee** This hike through the Höllengebirge (hell mountainside) offers you appealing ascents, breathtaking panorama and wonderful walks through the… **Time period:** 15.06.2027 - 01.10.2027 [ From € 432,00 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/7305/hut-hike-through-the-hell-mountainside.html) Open copyright © Copyright: Bestseller Reisen Close copyright ![Cycling and walking in the Salzkammergut](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Cycling and walking in the Salzkammergut | © Copyright: Bestseller Reisen") Cycling and Walking Holidays in Austria Salzkammergut **Abersee - St. Gilgen** Take the change and see the lake and mountain district from the valley and mountain. Wonderful views, exciting experience and wonderful sights… **Time period:** 01.05.2026 - 17.10.2026 [ From € 995,00 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/1704/cycling-and-walking-holidays-in-austria-salzkammergut.html) Open copyright © Copyright: Nordweide Close copyright ![Nordweide](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Nordweide | © Copyright: Nordweide") A week-long vacation with your own horse in a log cabin **Unterweißenbach** This is where a rider’s dreams come true. Nestled amid a wild and romantic landscape, our log cabins are idyllically situated on the edge of… **Time period:** 03.09.2025 - 30.12.2026 [ From € 606,00 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/2994/a-week-long-vacation-with-your-own-horse-in-a-log-cabin.html) Open copyright © Urheber: Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich Copyright: Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich | Lisa Feucht Close copyright ![StillesTalWanderdorfBadKreuzen_TourismusverbandDonauOberoesterreichLisaFeucht2.jpg](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "StillesTalWanderdorfBadKreuzen_TourismusverbandDonauOberoesterreichLisaFeucht2.jpg | © Urheber: Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich Copyright: Tourismusverband Donau Oberösterreich | Lisa Feucht") Autumn Days at the Curhaus in BAD KREUZEN - 6 Nights **Bad Kreuzen** ENJOY AN ACTIVE FALL AT THE CURHAUS BAD KREUZEN Offer valid from August 30, 2026, to November 29, 2026 Experience fall actively while finding… **Time period:** 30.08.2026 - 29.11.2026 [ From € 790,00 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/11448/autumn-days-at-the-curhaus-in-bad-kreuzen-6-nights.html) Open copyright © Copyright: Gästehaus Weitblick Close copyright ![Cycling-Fam_WEB02](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Cycling-Fam_WEB02 | © Copyright: Gästehaus Weitblick") Cycling with a View **St. Leonhard bei Freistadt** The Weitblick Guesthouse offers MTB and e-bike riders the perfect home base for day trips. From St. Leonhard near Freistadt, you can explore… **Time period:** 01.03.2026 - 31.10.2026 [ From € 148,00 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/7976/cycling-with-a-view.html) ![salt-worlds_hallstatt_world-heritage-view_key-visual](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "salt-worlds_hallstatt_world-heritage-view_key-visual") From salt to brine – on the trail of the local miners **Bad Ischl** Explore the World Heritage region of Hallstatt-Dachstein/Salzkammergut from Ebensee to Hallstatt - or vice versa with daily luggage… **Time period:** 21.04.2026 - 25.10.2026 [ From € 534,00 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/8156/from-salt-to-brine-on-the-trail-of-the-local-miners.html) Open copyright © Copyright: Wien Tourismus, Peter Rigaud Close copyright ![Heuriger Wieninger am Nussberg](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Heuriger Wieninger am Nussberg | © Copyright: Wien Tourismus, Peter Rigaud") Danube Cycle Path - Get to Know Austria and the Austrians **Engelhartszell** 10 days / 9 nights, 30–50 km per day, mostly flat, 4- and 3-star-category **Time period:** 28.03.2026 - 10.10.2026 [ From € 817,00 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/3287/danube-cycle-path-get-to-know-austria-and-the-austrians.html) Open copyright © Copyright: TVB Mühlviertel | Alexander Kaiser Close copyright ![Gravel biking in the Mühlviertel](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "Gravel biking in the Mühlviertel | © Copyright: TVB Mühlviertel | Alexander Kaiser") 3 nights Forest & Bike | The Ramenai **Ulrichsberg** The Bohemian Forest Village - ten exciting huts are located in a small clearing in the middle of the Bohemian Forest. … **Time period:** 01.05.2026 - 31.10.2026 [ From € 445,70 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/11183/3-nights-forest-bike-the-ramenai.html) Open copyright © Copyright: Robert Maybach Close copyright ![EurothermenResortBadSchallerbachAquapulcoKinder_OberoesterreichTourismusGmbHRobertMaybach](data:image/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAABAAAAAJCAQAAACRI2S5AAAAEElEQVR42mNkIAAYRxWAAQAG9gAKqv6+AwAAAABJRU5ErkJggg== "EurothermenResortBadSchallerbachAquapulcoKinder_OberoesterreichTourismusGmbHRobertMaybach | © Copyright: Robert Maybach") Aquapulco family days **Bad Schallerbach** Family short vacation with pirate feeling for small and big water rats! **Time period:** 06.10.2025 - 30.12.2026 [ From € 395,00 ](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a1-westautobahn-the-axis-vienna-linz-salzburg/oesterreich-angebot/detail/5656/aquapulco-family-days.html) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. Unfortunately you have to go further south? Too bad. Continue south on the A9 motorway via Sattledt and Kirchdorf, Klaus, St. Pankraz and Spital am Pyhrn towards Graz. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [Continue to the section of the A9 motorway](https://www.upperaustria.com/en/reise-ideen/stopover/a9-pyhrn-motorway-from-the-north-to-the-south.html)