Königstour Bike light
Biking through the Hochkönig region
Three days, three villages and plenty of time for panoramic views, refreshment stops and special moments: the Königstour Bike Light combines varied bike routes with selected trail sections and the support of several summer mountain lifts.
The route takes you from Maria Alm via Dienten and Mühlbach back to Maria Alm.
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Your highlights
Panoramic start on the Natrun
The Natrunbahn takes you directly into the mountains above Maria Alm. The Prinzensee and Jufenalm offer special views right from the start.
Three villages in three days
The route connects Maria Alm, Dienten and Mühlbach, showcasing the scenic diversity of the Hochkönig region.
Support from mountain lifts
Depending on operating times, the Natrunbahn, Bürglalmbahn and Karbachalmbahn can be used for selected ascents.
Enjoyment and trail fun
Scenic forest roads, alpine huts and selected trail sections make for a varied multi day bike tour.
Tour description
Day 1: From Maria Alm to Dienten
25.32 kilometres | 930 metres of elevation gain | approx. 2 hours 35 minutes
The first stage begins in the centre of Maria Alm at the valley station of the Natrunbahn. Take the gondola up to the mountain station on the Natrun, where you will find the first checkpoint.
From the mountain station, follow the signposted route towards Prinzensee. The Jufen Rosa Trail, an easy gravel path, then continues to the Jufenalm. From there, descend via the winter toboggan run.
In the lower section, briefly follow the route towards Krallerwinkel. Then turn right towards Primbach and follow the MA08 signs.
The route climbs first on an asphalt road and then on a well-surfaced forest road to the Primbachsattel. Alternatively, you can take the Wawi Trail, which can be ridden in both directions. The next checkpoint is located at the Primbachsattel.
After a short North Shore element, a winding gravel trail descends to Hinterthal. You will find another checkpoint in the village.
From Hinterthal, continue towards the Aueralm. After the alpine hut, you will reach a stream crossing where you need to push your bike for approximately 25 metres. Around 500 metres later, you will reach the B164 Hochkönig road.
Follow the B164 uphill to the Filzensattel. Turn right onto Grüneggweg. The following descent takes you past the Grüneggalm and down to Dienten. The stage finish and checkpoint are located in the village centre.
Route at a glance:
Maria Alm village centre → Natrunbahn → Natrun mountain station → Prinzensee → Jufen Rosa Trail → Jufenalm → winter toboggan run → Krallerwinkel → Primbach → MA08 route → Primbachsattel → Hinterthal → Aueralm → B164 → Filzensattel → Grüneggweg → Grüneggalm → Dienten
Day 2: From Dienten to Mühlbach
16.31 kilometres | 760 metres of elevation gain | approx. 2 hours 20 minutes
You start in the centre of Dienten and ride to the ski centre.
From there, you have two options:
Option with mountain lift:
Take the Bürglalm chairlift up to the Bürglalm. Please check the current operating times and bicycle transport conditions in advance.
Option under your own power:
Ride through the car park at the ski centre and follow the signs for the DI04 Bürglalm Loop. A well-surfaced forest road leads uphill towards the Bürglalm.
From the Bürglalm, continue to the Wastlhöhe. Here you will find a checkpoint and a particularly scenic viewpoint.
Then follow the route towards the Dacheggbahn mountain station. The descent starts from there. Ride past the Tiergartenalm and follow the signposted route downhill to Mühlbach.
In the centre of Mühlbach, you will reach the checkpoint and the finish of the second stage.
Route at a glance:
Dienten village centre → ski centre → Bürglalmbahn or DI04 route → Bürglalm → Wastlhöhe → Dacheggbahn mountain station → Tiergartenalm → Mühlbach village centre
Day 3: From Mühlbach to Maria Alm
34.93 kilometres | 1,060 metres of elevation gain | approx. 3 hours 20 minutes
The final stage starts in the centre of Mühlbach. From there, ride to the valley station of the Karbachalmbahn.
Once again, you can choose between two options:
Option with mountain lift:
Take the Karbachalmbahn uphill. Please check the current operating times and bicycle transport regulations in advance.
Option under your own power:
Follow the Karbachalm Tour or Toni’s Family Bike Tour uphill to the Zapferlalm.
Both options meet again at the Zapferlalm. From there, the route continues towards the Dientalm.
Then follow the B164 towards Dienten. At the valley station of the Zachhofalmbahn, leave the main road and turn towards the Zachhofalm.
After approximately two kilometres on the ascending road, you will reach a junction. Keep right and descend towards the Deantnerin.
After passing the Deantnerin, the route leads through the centre of Dienten. Follow the L216 for a short distance and turn left at Grünegg.
The next climb begins here. Ride past the Grüneggalm and follow the gravel forest road to the Filzensattel.
At the Filzensattel, follow the B164 for a short distance. At the first prominent left-hand bend, turn sharply right onto the old Filzenweg. This route descends to Hinterthal.
From Hinterthal, you once again have two options:
Panoramic option:
Follow the MA09 Primbach Tour with views of the Steinerne Meer. Depending on the chosen route, trail options may be available.
Easier valley option:
Follow the Urslau through the valley back to Maria Alm.
The final checkpoint of the Light Tour awaits you in the centre of Maria Alm.
Route at a glance:
Mühlbach village centre → Karbachalmbahn or Karbachalm Tour → Zapferlalm → Dientalm → B164 → Zachhofalmbahn valley station → towards Zachhofalm → Deantnerin → Dienten → L216 → Grünegg → Grüneggalm → Filzensattel → old Filzenweg → Hinterthal → MA09 Primbach Tour or Urslau valley route → Maria Alm