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Characteristics

Skill

Fitness

The tour in numbers

Level of difficulty medium

Route 21,1 km

Time 2:00 h

Uphill 506 hm

Downhill 1200 hm

Highest point 1863 m

Sporty MTB tour at Hauser Kaibling with a gondola ride and a challenging climb.

This varied tour starts comfortably with the 8-person gondola at Hauser Kaibling, followed by a demanding gravel climb.

The last 200 meters before the transmission mast are especially steep and rough, requiring good fitness and riding skills. In return, you’ll be rewarded with stunning views and a detour to the Kaiblingalm and the reservoir.

The tour can also be combined with the Gumpental Loop or the Kaibling Loop.

The ascent is made with the 8-seater gondola lift at Hauser Kaibling:

MTB signage is being further improved
Throughout 2026, we continue to improve and standardize our MTB signage system. As part of this process, existing signposts are being adjusted, locations are being optimized, and some route numbers are being updated.

During this transition period, there may occasionally be minor differences in the signage on site. Thank you for your understanding – these improvements will create a clearer and more user-friendly guidance system for your bike experience.

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From Salzburg: Follow the A10 to Altenmarkt. There, take the B320 and continue towards Liezen. Leave the road at the exit "Hauser Kaibling".

From Graz: Follow the A9 to Liezen. There, take the B320 and continue in the direction of Schladming. Leave the road at the exit "Hauser Kaibling".

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You start with the ascent on the 8-person gondola to Hauser Kaibling. From the top, follow a gravel road that climbs steadily in several switchbacks. Along the way, you’ll enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding mountains.

The closer you get to the transmission mast, the more demanding the climb becomes. Especially the last 200 meters are very steep and rough, requiring a strong final effort.

Afterwards, a detour to the Kaiblingalm and the nearby reservoir is well worth it, offering great views.

For the descent, you have two options: either enjoy the long ride all the way down into the valley, or descend only part of the way and then join the Gumpental Loop, which takes you back to the top station.

Plan breaks: Along the route, many huts and inns invite you to stop for a relaxing break and enjoy regional specialties.
E-mountain bike: With electric support, the tour is also suitable for less experienced bikers. There are several e-bike charging stations along the route. Their locations can be seen on the map and in the elevation profile, making it easy to plan your tour and possible charging stops.

By train to the station Bahnhof Haus im Ennstal, then 2 km by bike to the valley station of the Hauser Kaibling cable car.

Timetable ÖBB

Sufficient free parking spaces available at the Hauser Kaibling valley station.

For further information, please contact us at:

Tourismusverband Schladming-Dachstein