Bike & Hike Tour Wörschachklamm Gorge

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30.10. - 30.04.2026

The Wörschachklamm gorge is closed over the winter from October 30th to April 30th.

It is not possible to bypass the gorge itself.

Tour description

Relaxed and scenic Bike & Hike tour. The route runs mostly on gravel roads and paved cycle paths, with only a few climbs along the way. The tour can be combined with the well-signposted bike tour Spechtensee Loop (315) and with a visit to the wild and romantic Wörschach Gorge.

Please note the opening hours of the Wörschach Gorge: the regular season runs from early May to the end of October.

The tour

easy

Starting and end point Information Office Irdning

Tour characteristics

Information

Distance: 17.21 km

Duration: 1 h 27 min

Ascent: 131 m

Descent: 132 m

highest point: 685 m

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Map, elevation profile & further information

Start opposite the Irdning tourist information office and first ride north towards the Enns Cycle Path R7. Follow the Enns Cycle Path along the river Enns in the direction of Liezen. After the airfield turn left and continue on the L742 via Maitschern to Wörschach.

In Wörschach follow the signs of the Spechtensee Loop (315). Ride through the village center and turn left at the junction “zur Wörschachklamm”. At the entrance of the Wörschach Gorge you will also find a Bike & Hike station, which is the ideal starting point for the hike.

For the return ride, first follow the same route back through Wörschach to Maitschern. Then follow the Wörschach country road to the Enns path and switch back to the cycle path along the Enns. At the junction towards Hohenberg turn left and continue with a moderate climb via Hohenberg.

The route passes Lake Putterersee, where a short detour to the Eichschacherl Trail is possible – an easy mountain bike trail suitable for families and beginners. Afterwards continue to Schlattham and from there follow an asphalt cycle path back to the starting point at the tourist information office in Irdning.

Turn off the B320 at Trautenfels or Wörschach and follow the signs towards the Irdning town center.

A free parking area is located directly opposite the starting point at the tourism office.
Google LinkA free parking area is located directly opposite the starting point at the tourism office.
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With the bus 940/941 to the busstop ,,Busbahnhof Irdning''. There is also the start point.

The next trainstation is far away 5 kilometres.

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Stay Safe on Your Bike & Hike
Weather conditions in the mountains can change quickly. Thunderstorms, wind, fog and sudden temperature drops are serious hazards. Plan your tour realistically and don’t overestimate your abilities.

In case of thunderstorms: Avoid summits, ridgelines and isolated trees.

Emergency numbers:
140 – Mountain Rescue
112 – European emergency number

Recommended equipment:
Helmet, suitable bike and hiking clothing, sturdy shoes, sufficient water.
Always lock your bike.

There are E-bike charging stations along the route (see map/elevation profile) – bring your charger.

For via ferrata routes: Via ferrata set, helmet, appropriate footwear.

Visit the Wörschach Gorge: Plan enough time for the hike through the wild and romantic Wörschach Gorge – it is one of the most beautiful nature experiences in the region. Please check the opening hours (usually early May to the end of October).
Combine the tour: The Bike & Hike tour can be perfectly combined with the signposted Spechtensee Loop (315).
Trail detour: At Lake Putterersee it is worth making a short detour to the Eichschacherl Trail, an easy mountain bike trail for families and beginners.

Information about the Wörschach Gorge:
The Wörschach Gorge is open daily from 08:00 to 18:00 from early May until October 31.

For further information please contact:
Schladming-Dachstein Tourism Association