BergeSeen 09 with the eMTB from Grünau im Almtal to Steinbach am Attersee

The push sections on stage BergeSeen 9 are manageable but require fitness and skill. 

This stage includes two downhill and two uphill single trails (shared trail). Riding is possible for experienced riders; the rest improve their riding technique or push on these sections.

The following highlights make this tour, besides the wonderful nature, an unforgettable experience:

• The Wildpark-Cumberland and shortly after the bath in the Almsee,


• the path through the wilderness to the Offensee, 


• the Rindbachtal and the panoramic view towards Ebensee, 


• the gondola on the Feuerkogel to speed down one of the most difficult downhill routes,


• the Vorderer and Hinterer Langbathsee and the panoramic views back over the Traunsee 


• and the Taferlklause, the nostalgic Kienbachtal towards Attersee, which lies at our feet shortly after.

The BergeSeen 9 stage starts at the tourism office in Grünau. We first follow the bike path heading towards the Almsee, which we reach after about 11.2 km. There, our route (S800) turns right before the lake and before the bridge at 589 m above sea level. At first, it goes gently uphill on gravel, but after a few kilometers, the path steadily climbs towards the Offensee. We follow the S800 BergeSeen 9 marking and reach after about 9.4 km a junction, which leads in a left curve as a natural path up right to the Gschirrsattel. The path narrows constantly, and after a few meters, we reach the highest point of the tour at 1031 m. From now on, it goes downhill (1031 m elevation, km 20.8). Most will still ride about 500 - 600 m before dismounting to push the eMTB down the path. It is also possible to divert at the first opportunity to the gravel heap, where pushing is much easier. Those with very good riding skills will get excited and will likely ride the remaining 600 m trail (756 m elevation, km 22.1) all the way down. The last curve at the trail exit is a bit tricky and should be approached with caution. Now, follow a steep forest road to the left following the marking until after 700 m, you reach a junction. If you want to swim or take a break, go straight; if not, turn right to see the lake directly on the left after 400 m. Along the lake, it goes 700 m further towards the parking lot on Offensee district road (654 m elevation, km 23.9).

We cross the parking lot and after 1.1 km turn sharply right onto a straight forest road heading towards Rindbach. After about 1.9 km, turn left, cross the Steinbach on a wooden bridge, and after another 800 m turn right into the uphill trail (710 m elevation, km 27.7). Now, unpack your riding skills, concentrate, and depending on ability and assessment, ride as far up as possible. It takes more courage to push than to ride. Therefore, no overestimation, better push with the assist feature. 

The shared trail now leads in curves and steep sections about 900 m up (847 m elevation, km 28.6) and then joins a forest road to the right. We follow this past beautiful forestry houses always downhill to Rindbach. After about 5.1 km, after a right curve (542 m elevation, km 33.7), there is a panoramic view over the Rindbachtal to Ebensee.

The journey continues straight ahead, following the signposting until in Ebensee we cross the Traun, passing the point we visited the day before coming from Bad Ischl.

This time we take the underpass towards the town center from the lake side and after about 300 m, turn right (428 m elevation, km 38.4) onto Langbathstraße. Passing the Feuerkoglbahn, we ride 2.3 km on asphalt upstream, then turn right onto the forest road.

There is an option to shorten the route by continuing on asphalt. Savings potential is around 600 m elevation.

The original route leads again about 700 m uphill through the Rumitzgraben, below the Hochlacken on the left, the route goes around Fahrnaugupf with wonderful views over the Traunsee. After about 13.7 km, there is an option to stop at the Hochsteinalm, otherwise continue until the next junction. After about 100 m, which we cross straight uphill, after 1.9 km leave the forest road steeply to the left on an uphill trail (861 m elevation, km 54.3, use the push assist). This section is clearly easier and shorter than at Offensee. Those who can ride the 200 m and 55 m elevation uphill can take the path to the left downhill at the top, which after 700 m rejoins the forest road to the right.

Shortly after, at the next junction (804 m elevation, km 55.3), turn left downhill and stay on this forest road for 1.8 km to Langbathstraße (654 m elevation, km 56.9).

We turn right onto asphalt and after 700 m slightly left onto the forest road. After 200 m, sharply right towards Vorderer Langbathsee.

After 600 m, we see Vorderer Langbathsee on the right below us. The journey continues, following the signs past the Jagdschloss to the Hinterer Langbathsee (733 m elevation, km 60.7), which we reach after 2.3 km. Swim trunks on and into the lake. We circle the lake on the left side and after 2.2 km are immediately back at the starting point. 

After another 400 m, we take the forest road (728 m elevation, km 62.5), which leads steeply up to the left, and pedal about 200 m elevation upwards, to then meet the L544 near Grossalm after 4.5 km (732 m elevation, km 67.4). We turn left onto the L544, ride past Taferlklause downhill to the junction at Wirtshaus Kienklause, which we reach after 4.5 km. Here, we now go on the beautiful Kientalstraße 3.9 km downhill to B152, where we turn left (478 m elevation, km 75.8), but leave this already after 400 m diagonally left uphill. A short rest on a bench overlooking the Attersee before we reach today’s destination, Steinbach am Attersee. 

Careful study of the description of stages BergeSeen 8 and 9 to assess whether the existing single trails will bring joy or frustration. Pushing is definitely doable, but depending on the route, you should plan about 30-45 minutes more.

Pay attention to battery management because this route is demanding. With Turbo and maximum speed, you won’t get through with 2 batteries.

For a welcome refreshment break: swimming stop at Offensee and at the Hinterer Langbathsee.

For a successful, accident-free, and exciting day, you will find tips for planning before the tour here.

Please note that any MTB tours must always be completed with flawless equipment.

Here is our recommendation for tour preparation and equipment.

As new players on the field of mountain and recreational sports, we eMTB riders have a special responsibility to behave appropriately.

In Graubünden, bikers and hikers share the trails. A project that should become a model. But that only works with mutual respect. Black sheep setback us by years.

With common rules, we ensure that the forest continues to offer a unique recreational and living space as well as a workplace for all.

Information on cycling in the forest from the Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Regions and Tourism.