The Trail Route

You’re curious about the route?
For 2026, we’ll be scouting a brand-new course — once again stunning, challenging, and packed with dreamy gravel sections that will reward every drop of sweat.

The final track will be sent out to participants by end of August 2026,
and a draft version is already released here.

Wanna ride the SALT 2026?
Then don’t wait too long — spots are limited!

Route A – “the long one”

Route B – “the short one”

Start / Finish:
Mondsee

On the shores of Lake Mondsee, our journey begins in the heart of the Salzkammergut — surrounded by crystal-clear waters and gentle mountain landscapes.

Start your adventure relaxed along the lakeside promenade, enjoy the view of the Drachenwand, and grab one last coffee in the village center before setting off.

Our start and finish area is located directly on the promenade. On the evening before the event, we invite you to join us here for the route briefing and a relaxed get-together while watching the sunset over the lake.

Mondsee

On the shores of Lake Mondsee, our journey begins in the heart of the Salzkammergut — surrounded by crystal-clear waters and gentle mountain landscapes.

Start your adventure relaxed along the lakeside promenade, enjoy the view of the Drachenwand, and grab one last coffee in the village center before setting off.

Our start and finish area is located directly on the promenade. On the evening before the event, we invite you to join us here for the route briefing and a relaxed get-together while watching the sunset over the lake.

Styria

Lake after lake. From the start at Lake Mondsee, the route leads to Lake Attersee and on to the breathtaking Lake Traunsee. The climbs up to Lake Laudachsee and across Lake Almsee to Lake Offensee are just as stunning as they are demanding.

Passing through Bad Ischl, the journey continues into the Styrian part of the Salzkammergut. Two more highlights await you here: Lake Altaussee and Lake Grundlsee. In between, you’ll face repeated climbs on beautiful gravel roads surrounded by spectacular scenery.

This is also where you’ll have to make your decision — continue on “der Zache” route, or turn back toward the finish line.

Styria

Lake after lake. From the start at Lake Mondsee, the route leads to Lake Attersee and on to the breathtaking Lake Traunsee. The climbs up to Lake Laudachsee and across Lake Almsee to Lake Offensee are just as stunning as they are demanding.

Passing through Bad Ischl, the journey continues into the Styrian part of the Salzkammergut. Two more highlights await you here: Lake Altaussee and Lake Grundlsee. In between, you’ll face repeated climbs on beautiful gravel roads surrounded by spectacular scenery.

This is also where you’ll have to make your decision — continue on “der Zache” route, or turn back toward the finish line.

Styria and Bavaria

Via the romantic village of Pürgg, the route descends into the Enns Valley. Towering views of the Dachstein and flowing gravel sections along the River Enns define the character of this part of the course.

A steep crossing leads into the Lammertal valley, followed by another major highlight: from Golling through the Bluntautal valley, climbing up to the Stahlhaus before descending into Bavaria.

The demanding hike-a-bike section of around one hour can be bypassed via an optional “Chicken Line.”

Lake Königssee, Berchtesgaden, and Bad Reichenhall await next — regions shaped once again by salt and lakes, and a true gravel biking highlight thanks to their incredibly long and scenic gravel stretches.

Finish strong in Salzkammergut

From Salzburg via Fuschl to Mondsee.

The route takes you through the historic center of Salzburg — a striking contrast to the nature and tranquility of the surrounding landscapes, but an absolute must-see. Beneath the slopes of the Gaisberg, the course leads you to Lake Fuschl and onward to Lake Wolfgang.

Soon after, you’ll follow the historic Ischlerbahn railway trail down toward Lake Mondsee, riding along the lakeshore straight to the finish line, where we’ll personally welcome every rider with a well-deserved drink.